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Teen Trading Post

All Ages
2025-07-25 13:00:00 2025-07-25 16:00:00 America/Denver Teen Trading Post APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Friday, July 25
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-25 13:00:00 2025-07-25 16:00:00 America/Denver Teen Trading Post APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

APL Central Library

Central Large Community Room

Mosey on into the Teen Trading Post and explore a showcase of teen-made creativity! From art and jewelry to zines and crafts, local teens will be sharing their handmade goods. Drop in to browse, chat with the makers, and celebrate the talent of our teen community at this relaxed, come-and-go event. If you are a teen who is interested in exchanging your homemade goods, fill out this form: Teen Trading Post Application. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the teen librarian at crobinso@auroragov.org.

AGE GROUP: | Young Children (0-5) | Tween (9-12) | Teens (12-18) | Older Adults | Children (6-11) | All Ages | Adults (21+) | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Community Events | Careers and Skills | Arts and Crafts |

APL Central Library
Library@AuroraGov.org
Phone: 303.739.6600
Branch manager
Virginia De La Paz
Hours
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Today's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 6:00PM

Mon, Dec 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Dec 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Dec 10 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Dec 11 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Dec 12 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 13 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Dec 14 Closed
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About the Library

 

The Central Library is located near the intersection of Alameda Avenue and Chambers Boulevard on the Aurora Municipal Campus.

To reserve a community room, visit https://auroraco.libnet.info/meetingroom

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To see upcoming library programs and events, visit https://auroraco.libnet.info/events

Upcoming Events

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Hunger Free Colorado
Mon, Dec 08, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Nook
Apply for SNAP and Food Access Resources
English Conversation Class
Mon, Dec 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Large Community Room
Practice speaking and listening with others in English. Free, walk-in classes. For more information, call Adult Services at 303.739.6630.
Tots Tunes - Ages 2-5
Tue, Dec 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Art Workshop with BMOCA - Ages 6-11
Tue, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Large Community Room
Come and create whimsical, colorful drawings and prints inspired by local artists. Take your art home or display it at the Central Library for the rest of the year!
Seed Cleaning
Tue, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Small Community Room
Join APL to help clean seeds for the seed library.
Baby Storytime - Ages 0-2
Wed, Dec 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Sing, read, and rhyme with babies ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.
Stoke Support Gathering
Wed, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Small Community Room
Free and open to anyone affected by stroke! Please join us to connect, share experiences, and access resources for recovery with fellow stroke survivors.
Toddler Storytime - Ages 2-5
Thu, Dec 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming. Designed for ages 2-5 and their caregivers.
Library For All: Coloring
Thu, Dec 11, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Central Quiet Study Room
Come and build connections through coloring and conversation!
Rescheduled
Tween Movie Club - Ages 9-13
Thu, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
New date Thursday, December 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Enjoy a movie with friends! Snacks and refreshments will be provided!
Teen Roundup: DIY Stickers - Ages 12-18
Thu, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Activity Room
Join us as we make our own stickers using everyday items!
Cancelled
Adult Writing Group
Thu, Dec 11, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Come together with writers of all genres for a weekly writing group. All writing projects welcome! Peer workshop will take place the final Thursday of each month.
Tots Tunes - Ages 2-5
Fri, Dec 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Develop early literacy skills through music and movement. Together, you'll dance and move with your child! 
Discover Through Play - Ages 2-5
Fri, Dec 12, 10:45am - 11:15am
Central Activity Room
Caregivers will engage with their children in activities focused on process and play. This program is designed for children ages 2-5 to practice skills needed for kindergarten.
All Ages Storytime
Sat, Dec 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Storytime Corner
Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming.
Books at the Bar
Sat, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Title: Little Souls by Sandra Dallas Location: Cheluna Brewing Company, 2501 Dallas St #148, Aurora, CO 80010
English Conversation Class
Sat, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Small Community Room
Practice speaking and listening with others in English. Free, walk-in classes. For more information, call Adult Services at 303.739.6630.
Winter Circus Workshop and Show
Sat, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Large Community Room
Join Spoon Circus and try juggling, walking the tightwire, hula hoop, plate spinning, and plenty more, led by local circus artists. Stay to the end for a special circus show-off!
Library For All: Bingo
Mon, Dec 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Large Community Room
Come play bingo, build connections, and win prizes!
English Conversation Class
Mon, Dec 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Small Community Room
Practice speaking and listening with others in English. Free, walk-in classes. For more information, call Adult Services at 303.739.6630.
Tots Tunes - Ages 2-5
Tue, Dec 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Central Library Teen Alliance - Ages 12-18
Tue, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Activity Room
Come hang in a welcoming and supportive space for teens. Connect with others and celebrate individuality through various activities and discussions.
LEGO Club - Ages 6-11
Tue, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Large Community Room
Seed Cleaning
Tue, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Small Community Room
Join APL to help clean seeds for the seed library.
Baby Storytime - Ages 0-2
Wed, Dec 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Sing, read, and rhyme with babies ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.
Daytime Booklovers' Book Club
Wed, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central Small Community Room
Join us every 3rd Wednesday of the month for a lively discussion with fellow book enthusiasts. December's book: Plot Against America by Philip Roth
Toddler Storytime - Ages 2-5
Thu, Dec 18, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming. Designed for ages 2-5 and their caregivers.
Midday Board Games
Thu, Dec 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central Small Community Room
Play board games with your peers! Games provided. Designed for ages 5 to 13 and their caregivers. 
Teen Roundup: Crafts and Cocoa - Ages 12-18
Thu, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Activity Room
Join us for a variety of different crafts while enjoying a wicked cup of cocoa!
Colorado State University Master Gardeners - Vegetable Gardening Basics
Thu, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Large Community Room
Join us for an informative class all about vegetable gardening!
Adult Writing Group
Thu, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Quiet Study Room
Come together with writers of all genres for a weekly writing group. All writing projects welcome! Peer workshop will take place the final Thursday of each month.
C.A.F.E. Series: Cancer and Community: A Forum for Exchange
Fri, Dec 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Small Community Room
Pull Up a Chair. Let's talk cancer research, together.
Tots Tunes - Ages 2-5
Fri, Dec 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Develop early literacy skills through music and movement. Together, you'll dance and move with your child! 
Discover Through Play - Ages 2-5
Fri, Dec 19, 10:45am - 11:15am
Central Activity Room
Caregivers will engage with their children in activities focused on process and play. This program is designed for children ages 2-5 to practice skills needed for kindergarten.
In-Be-TWEEN - Cookie Decorating and Cozy Movie
Fri, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Activity Room
Get in the holiday spirit with our cookie decorating and cozy movie! Decorate delicious cookies, enjoy hot chocolate, and relax into the season. Ages 9-13.
All Ages Storytime
Sat, Dec 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Storytime Corner
Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming.
English Conversation Class
Sat, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Small Community Room
Practice speaking and listening with others in English. Free, walk-in classes. For more information, call Adult Services at 303.739.6630.
English Conversation Class
Mon, Dec 22, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Large Community Room
Practice speaking and listening with others in English. Free, walk-in classes. For more information, call Adult Services at 303.739.6630.
Cancelled
Nintendo Switch Club - Ages 12-18
Wed, Dec 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Try your hand at Super Smash Bros, Mario Party and more! You're welcome to bring your own Switch or games to share with other players. All skill levels welcome!
English Conversation Class
Sat, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Small Community Room
Practice speaking and listening with others in English. Free, walk-in classes. For more information, call Adult Services at 303.739.6630.
English Conversation Class
Mon, Dec 29, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Large Community Room
Practice speaking and listening with others in English. Free, walk-in classes. For more information, call Adult Services at 303.739.6630.
English Conversation Class
Sat, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Small Community Room
Join us weekly every Saturday to practice speaking and listening with others in English. Classes are free and no registration is needed.
English Conversation Class
Mon, Jan 05, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Large Community Room
Join us weekly every Monday to practice speaking and listening with others in English. Classes are free and no registration is needed.
Tots Tunes - Ages 2-5
Tue, Jan 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Develop early literacy skills through music and movement. Together, you'll dance and move with your child!
Non-Fiction Book Club
Tue, Jan 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Small Community Room
Join us the 1st Tuesday of every month for a lively book discussion. January's book: TBD
Seed Cleaning
Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Small Community Room
Join APL to help clean seeds for the seed library.
Afternoon Activity: Slime Time
Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Large Community Room
Make slime!
Baby Storytime - Ages 0-2
Wed, Jan 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Sing, read, and rhyme with babies ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.
Citizenship Study Group
Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Small Community Room
Studying for the citizenship interview? Join others in practicing and preparing for the different sections of the interview.
Toddler Storytime - Ages 2-5
Thu, Jan 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming. Designed for ages 2-5 and their caregivers.
Library For All: Coloring
Thu, Jan 08, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Central Large Community Room
Calling all adults with I/DD and their caregivers! Come and build connections through coloring and conversation! Program designed for adults with I/DD, however everyone is welcome!
Registration opens Tuesday, December 9 2025 at 12:30pm
Teen Advisory Group (TAG) - Ages 12-18
Thu, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Activity Room
Help make teen voices heard at the library while earning volunteer hours! Eat snacks and make new friends too.
Adult Writing Group
Thu, Jan 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Quiet Study Room
Come together with writers of all genres for a weekly writing group. All writing projects welcome! Peer workshop will take place the final Thursday of each month.
Rescheduled
Teen Howl: Crash Pandas - Ages 12-18
Fri, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
New date Wednesday, January 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Race through chaotic streets in "Crash Pandas", a hilarious tabletop game where you and your fellow raccoons team up to drive cars, cause mayhem, and chase victory!
Books at the Bar
Sat, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Title: The Bewitching by Silvia Morena-Garcia Location: Two22 Brew - 4550 S Reservoir Rd, Aurora, CO 80015
English Conversation Class
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Small Community Room
Join us weekly every Saturday to practice speaking and listening with others in English. Classes are free and no registration is needed.
Beginning Your Family History: Genealogy 101
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Computer Lab A
Have you always wanted to organize your family tree? Work with the Aurora Genealogical Society to uncover the absolute basics of researching and organizing your family history.
Hunger Free Colorado
Mon, Jan 12, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Nook
Apply for SNAP and Food Access Resources
English Conversation Class
Mon, Jan 12, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Large Community Room
Join us weekly every Monday to practice speaking and listening with others in English. Classes are free and no registration is needed.
Tots Tunes - Ages 2-5
Tue, Jan 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Develop early literacy skills through music and movement. Together, you'll dance and move with your child!
LEGO Club - Ages 6-11
Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Large Community Room
Use building blocks to complete a challenge or design your own creation!
Baby Storytime - Ages 0-2
Wed, Jan 14, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Sing, read, and rhyme with babies ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.
Stroke Support Gathering
Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Small Community Room
Free and open to anyone affected by stroke! Please join us to connect, share experiences, and access resources for recovery with fellow stroke survivors.
Teen Howl: Crash Pandas - Ages 12-18
Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Activity Room
Race through chaotic streets in "Crash Pandas", a hilarious tabletop game where you and your fellow raccoons team up to drive cars, cause mayhem, and chase victory!
Toddler Storytime - Ages 2-5
Thu, Jan 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming. Designed for ages 2-5 and their caregivers.
MLK Writing Workshop with Ahja Fox
Thu, Jan 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Small Community Room
Join our Poet Laureate Ahja Fox for a writing workshop where you can draft a flash story/poem/comics of how you first came to know or feel impacted by MLK.
Teen Anime Club - Ages 14-18
Thu, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Large Community Room
Explore, watch, and discuss your favorite anime! Meet fellow fans and dive into the world of Japanese animation. Ages 14-18.
Tween Movie Club - Ages 9-13
Thu, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Activity Room
Adult Writing Group
Thu, Jan 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Quiet Study Room
Come together with writers of all genres for a weekly writing group. All writing projects welcome! Peer workshop will take place the final Thursday of each month.
Tarot as a Creative Mirror for Writing - Using Tarot Cards for Story and Self-Discovery
Sat, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Large Community Room
This guided workshop invites participants to explore tarot as a tool for imagination and creative expression. Using the symbolism of the cards we will spark writing, reflection, and new ways of seeing
English Conversation Class
Sat, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Small Community Room
Join us weekly every Saturday to practice speaking and listening with others in English. Classes are free and no registration is needed.
Tots Tunes - Ages 2-5
Tue, Jan 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Develop early literacy skills through music and movement. Together, you'll dance and move with your child!
Central Library Teen Alliance - Ages 12-18
Tue, Jan 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Afternoon Activity: Paper Roller Coaster
Tue, Jan 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Large Community Room
Learn about potential and kinetic energy by building a roller coaster out of paper.
Baby Storytime - Ages 0-2
Wed, Jan 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Sing, read, and rhyme with babies ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.
Daytime Booklovers Book Club
Wed, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central Small Community Room
Join us the 3rd Wednesday of every month for a lively book discussion. January's book: TBD
Toddler Storytime - Ages 2-5
Thu, Jan 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming. Designed for ages 2-5 and their caregivers.
Midday Board Games
Thu, Jan 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central Small Community Room
Play board games with your peers!
Teen Roundup: Library Feud - Teens vs. Librarians - Ages 12-18
Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Small Community Room
Test your knowledge and compete with friends in a fast-paced game of Teen Jeopardy! Snacks provided!
Adult Writing Group
Thu, Jan 22, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Quiet Study Room
Come together with writers of all genres for a weekly writing group. All writing projects welcome! Peer workshop will take place the final Thursday of each month.
C.A.F.E. Series: Cancer and Community: A Forum for Exchange
Fri, Jan 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Small Community Room
Pull Up a Chair. Let's talk cancer research, together.
Starlight Ranch: Teen Therian Lock-In - Ages 12-18
Fri, Jan 23, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Large Community Room
Whether a therian, otherkin, otherhearted, or just excited to try something new, craft therian-inspired masks, ears, gloves, tails, and more. Meet new friends, express yourself, and enjoy some pizza!
Meet with Mayor Mike
Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Large Community Room
Town Meetings
Library For All: Bingo
Mon, Jan 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Large Community Room
Calling all adults with I/DD and their caregivers! Come play bingo, build connections, and win prizes! Program designed for adults with I/DD, however everyone is welcome!
Registration opens Saturday, December 27 2025 at 10:00am
English Conversation Class
Mon, Jan 26, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Large Community Room
Join us weekly every Monday to practice speaking and listening with others in English. Classes are free and no registration is needed.
Tots Tunes - Ages 2-5
Tue, Jan 27, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Develop early literacy skills through music and movement. Together, you'll dance and move with your child!
Seed Cleaning
Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Small Community Room
Join APL to help clean seeds for the seed library.
Afternoon Activity: World Dance and Drumming
Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Large Community Room
Learn about geography, arts, and culture in this hands-on exploration of various cultures.
Baby Storytime - Ages 0-2
Wed, Jan 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Sing, read, and rhyme with babies ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.
Nintendo Switch Club - Ages 12-18
Wed, Jan 28, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Small Community Room
Try your hand at Super Smash Bros, Mario Party and more! You're welcome to bring your own Switch or games to share with other players. All skill levels welcome!
Toddler Storytime - Ages 2-5
Thu, Jan 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming. Designed for ages 2-5 and their caregivers.
Teen Roundup: Cereal Party - Ages 12-18
Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Activity Room
Come customize your own bowl of cereal, do cereal themed crafts, and challenge a friend to a cereal themed game or two!
Adult Writing Group
Thu, Jan 29, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Quiet Study Room
Come together with writers of all genres for a weekly writing group. All writing projects welcome! Peer workshop will take place the final Thursday of each month.
Cancelled
English Conversation Class
Sat, Jan 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us weekly every Saturday to practice speaking and listening with others in English. Classes are free and no registration is needed.
English Conversation Class
Mon, Feb 02, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Large Community Room
Join us weekly every Monday to practice speaking and listening with others in English. Classes are free and no registration is needed.
Tots Tunes - Ages 2-5
Tue, Feb 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Develop early literacy skills through music and movement. Together, you'll dance and move with your child!
Non-Fiction Book Club
Tue, Feb 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Small Community Room
Join us the 1st Tuesday of every month for a lively book discussion. February's book: TBD
Baby Storytime - Ages 0-2
Wed, Feb 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Sing, read, and rhyme with babies ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.
Citizenship Study Group
Wed, Feb 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Small Community Room
Studying for the citizenship interview? Join others in practicing and preparing for the different sections of the interview.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 4:00pm
Toddler Storytime - Ages 2-5
Thu, Feb 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Large Community Room
Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming. Designed for ages 2-5 and their caregivers.
Teen Advisory Group (TAG) - Ages 12-18
Thu, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Activity Room
Adult Writing Group
Thu, Feb 05, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Quiet Study Room
Come together with writers of all genres for a weekly writing group. All writing projects welcome! Peer workshop will take place the final Thursday of each month.
Teen Howl: Therian Mask Keychains - Ages 12-18
Fri, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Activity Room
Paint your own 3D-printed animal mask and turn it into a custom keychain in a fun, creative way to express yourself in a small but meaningful way!
English Conversation Class
Sat, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Small Community Room
Join us weekly every Saturday to practice speaking and listening with others in English. Classes are free and no registration is needed.
How Money Works
Sat, Feb 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Small Community Room
Join this class to learn about financial literacy.
Cancelled
English Conversation Class
Mon, Feb 09, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Join us weekly every Monday to practice speaking and listening with others in English. Classes are free and no registration is needed.
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