Summer of Imagination: Color Our World Garlands

Wed, Jun 18, 10:00am - 4:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Daytime Booklovers' Book Club

Wed, Jun 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Wed, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

APL Central Library - Central Small Community Room

Join us every 3rd Wednesday of the month for a lively discussion with fellow book enthusiasts. June's book: Silent Hearts by Gwen Florio

Wed, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Great stories and fun songs for children 18 months to 5 years.

Marble Run Learning Activity

Wed, Jun 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Enjoy educational toys and music as you connect with others!

Hand-Sewn Ugly Dolls

Wed, Jun 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Heights Maker Space

Learn a new skill, make a new toy using safe plastic needles! Ages 5-9

Leather Crafting Class

Wed, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Iliff Square Library

Make a leather bookmark. This class will be taught by local business, Tandy Leather.

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Teen Chaos Art

Wed, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Activity Room

Art meets chaos! Let your artistic flow run free, splatter, or pop!

Wed, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - MLK Boston Community Room

Learn about simple machines and physics with a fun activity building a marble run tower out of cardboard. Decorate and assemble the marble run using the materials.

Rainbow Butterflies

Wed, Jun 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Design vibrant butterflies using coffee filters, markers, and water in this fun and simple craft.

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Aurora Rhythms

Wed, Jun 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

The People's Building

Aurora Rhythms

Fri, Jun 20, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Fri, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Iliff Square Library

Come listen to stories, learn rhymes, socialize and play!

Fri, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Sing, read, and rhyme with babies ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.

Fri, Jun 20, 10:45am - 11:15am

APL Central Library - Central Activity Room

Fri, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Freeform playgroup.

Pride Button Making

Fri, Jun 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

APL Chambers Plaza Library

Come make buttons with us to prepare for Pride! We'll make pronoun and flag buttons, with the option to make other Pride-related buttons! Templates will be available and snacks are provided.

Instrument Petting Zoo - Ages 6-11

Fri, Jun 20, 4:00pm - 5:45pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Activity Room

Stop in for some friendly games of chess! Beginners to masters are welcome. Chess sets are provided.

Fri, Jun 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Watercolor Squirt Guns

Fri, Jun 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

Make a beautiful piece of art with squirt guns! Supplies provided, event will take place outside.

Sat, Jun 21, 10:00am - 4:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Sat, Jun 21, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Storytime Corner

Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat, Jun 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

What better way to practice reading aloud than with a friendly dog? Call Mission Viejo Library (MVL) at 303.326.8600 to register for a 15-minute session.

Sat, Jun 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

Play and learn with many toys.

Yarn 'n Yap

Sat, Jun 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Heights Maker Space

Bring your yarn projects for a cozy yap session complete with snacks and drinks! An introduction to knitting is available in the first hour, as well as supplies for practicing during the program.

Contemporary Workshop for Adults

Sat, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

APL Central Library - 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.

Paint Like A Pro

Sat, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Join a fun challenge of recreating Keith Haring's "Untitled (Dance)" with a twist!

This event is full

Sat, Jun 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Small Community Room

Adult Workshop: BMoCA provides free and fun educational workshops led by local arts educators to the public. Join our local arts educator in colorful and collaborative large scale paintings.

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D&D Bingo

Sat, Jun 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Dungeons & Dragons - meets bingo!

Vitalant Blood Drive

Mon, Jun 23, 11:00am - 3:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library

Donate blood to one of the nation’s largest nonprofit blood healthcare organizations. Hosted in their bloodmobile. To schedule an appointment, call 877-258-4825 and ask for code DENA828.

Bookmobile at Central Recreation Center

Mon, Jun 23, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

APL Central Library - 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.

Mon, Jun 23, 4:30pm - 7:00pm

Central Recreation Center

Visit the Bookmobile at the City of Aurora Central Recreation Center

Tue, Jun 24, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Develop early literacy and motor skills through music and movement.

Mature Living Truth About Medicare and Social Security

Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Develop early literacy and motor skills through music and movement.

Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Small Community Room

Join industry experts for an informative panel on Medicare and Social Security.

Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Fireplace Open Space

A weekly, hands-on library experience for adults with disabilities featuring crafts, games, and creative projects tailored to participant interests and abilities.

Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Children's Area

Weekly Storytime for ages 0 -8

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Freeform playgroup.

Crafty Club - Spinning-Top Craft

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Children's Area

Following Storytime, join us for a freeform craft or activity during play group time, and connect with other parents and caregivers!

Tue, Jun 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

APL Chambers Plaza Library

Hang out after school and make new crafts every week! Open to kids 6-11.

Book of the Month Club - Aurora Center of Active Adults

Tue, Jun 24, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library

Try out a new book! Every month, the ACAA will have a featured Book of the Month. Read the book and join us for tea and snacks to tell us what you think! June: Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult

Summer Movie: The Wild Robot

Tue, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Tue, Jun 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Activity Room

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, or math!

Sand Art

Tue, Jun 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Iliff Square Library

Use sand to color a picture using special sticker paper.

This event is full

Wed, Jun 25, 10:00am - 4:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Wed, Jun 25, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Cancelled

Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library

Great stories and fun songs for children 18 months to 5 years.

Family Storytime Rave

Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Bounce, wiggle, and groove to electronic and techno remixes of your favorite storytime songs!

Color of Hot Sauce and Peppers Around the World

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Enjoy educational toys and music as you connect with others!

Wed, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Activity Room

Horrifying Hot Sauce Presents the Color of Hot Sauce and peppers around the world! Go through four stages of heat in this spicy, colorful experience.

LGBTQ+ Chat and Craft

Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

APL Chambers Plaza Library

Join us for refreshments, a relaxing craft, and a chance to socialize with other LGBTQ+ community members!

Aurora Water Kids Hour

Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Activity Room

Join Aurora Water for a special summer program!

Nintendo Switch Club - Ages 12-18

Wed, Jun 25, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Central Library - Central Activity Room

Adulting 101 - Budgeting Basics - A Blueprint for Smart Spending

Wed, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Small Community Room

Adulting 101 Budgeting Basics will help you build a solid financial foundation by covering budgeting, income and expense tracking, spending plans, savings, and debt reduction.

Build a Bridge

Wed, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

Build a bridge that can lift with a kit. Learn about hydraulics and engineering in a fun way. This activity will be held in the cafe space.

Lava Lamps

Wed, Jun 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Make your own lava lamp to take home and keep!

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Music at the Movies

Wed, Jun 25, 5:00pm - 9:00pm

APL Bookmobile

Come see Dance Decades Band and a sing-along showing of Grease at Aqua Vista Park 18700 E. Wagon Trail Cir.

Thu, Jun 26, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

SPECIAL STORYTIME: Dragons

Thu, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Develop early literacy and motor skills through music and movement.

Thu, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Children and caregivers engage in storytime about dragons and create a dragon craft!

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Freeform playgroup.

Colorado State Universtiy Master Gardeners - Creating Pollinator Habitat

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

APL Chambers Plaza Library

Spend the afternoon playing a curated selection of board games with staff, snacks, and new friends! Ages 8+

Teen Drawing Hangout

Thu, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Get drawing advice from a professional artist in this laid-back teen art program.

Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Join us for an informative talk covering how to create a habitat for pollinators in your yard.

Teen Roundup: How To Make Hot Sauce - Ages 12-18

Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Activity Room

Renters' Rights (bilingüe) - Understand Your Lease

Thu, Jun 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library

Join a representative from CED Law for a remote access class about illegal lease terms! Patrons must register to receive a link.

Fri, Jun 27, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Fri, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Iliff Square Library

Come listen to stories, learn rhymes, socialize and play!

Fri, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Sing, read, and rhyme with babies ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.

Fri, Jun 27, 10:45am - 11:15am

APL Central Library - Central Activity Room

Adult Craft Crew - Social Craft Time

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Freeform playgroup.

Fri, Jun 27, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

Bring your own project to work on and socialize or make a simple craft of your own.

Teen Taste Test - Sodapop

Fri, Jun 27, 4:00pm - 5:45pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Activity Room

Stop in for some friendly games of chess! Beginners to masters are welcome. Chess sets are provided.

Fri, Jun 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library

Step right up to the soda fountain and try these unique soda flavors! Open to ages 12-18.

In-Be-TWEEN - Studio Ghibli Movie- Showing: Ponyo

Fri, Jun 27, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

APL Central Library

Enjoy a screening of the Studio Ghibli movie “Ponyo” with snacks and activities! All materials provided. Open ages 9 to 13.

Page to Screen Club - Hidden Figures

Fri, Jun 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

APL Central Library

Join us for our Page to Screen Club! Kick off with a screening of the movie adaptation of “Hidden Figures,” and dive into a discussion of the book on July 3.

Saturday Morning Puzzle Club

Sat, Jun 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library

Every 4th Saturday, Enjoy a quiet Saturday morning with tea and puzzles! Guests can work collaboratively or individually.

DnD - 4-hour block

Sat, Jun 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - MLK Boston Community Room

Role-play alongside fellow players and our Dungeon Masters in a tabletop collaborative storytelling game! Please arrive before 10:30am for character creation.

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DnD - 2-hour block- Morning

Sat, Jun 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

Role-play alongside fellow players and our Dungeon Masters in a tabletop collaborative storytelling game! Please arrive by 10:30am for character creation.

This event is full

Sat, Jun 28, 10:00am - 4:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Sat, Jun 28, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Storytime Corner

DnD - 2-hour block- Afternoon

Sat, Jun 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

Play and learn with many toys.

Sat, Jun 28, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

Role-play alongside fellow players and our Dungeon Masters in a tabletop collaborative storytelling game! Please arrive before 12:30pm for character creation.

This event is full

Social Security for Disabilities

Sat, Jun 28, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Are you uncertain about the Social Security disability benefit application process? Professionals from the Colorado Department of Human Services will explain the system and answer your questions.

Rainbow Stencil Art - Beginner's Acrylic Painting

Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

APL Central Library - 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.

Dinosaur Double Feature

Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

The Land Before Time (1988, G) at 2 p.m. Jurassic Park (1993, PG-13) at 3:30 p.m.

Sat, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Heights Maker Space

Make beautiful negative-space rainbow art using stencils and black paint!

Mature Living Truth: Dementia and Alzheimers

Mon, Jun 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Mature Living Truth Series

Block of the Month

Mon, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Interested in quilting? Join us every last Monday of the month to create a quilt block!

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Read to a Therapy Dog

Mon, Jun 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

What better way to practice reading aloud than with a friendly dog? Call Tallyn's Reach Library (TRL) at 303.627.3050 to register for a 15-minute session.

Cancelled

Mon, Jun 30, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

APL Central Library

Practice speaking and listening with others in English. Free, walk-in classes. For more information, call Adult Services at 303.739.6630.

Tue, Jul 01, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Develop early literacy and motor skills through music and movement.

Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Develop early literacy and motor skills through music and movement.

Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Fireplace Open Space

A weekly, hands-on library experience for adults with disabilities featuring crafts, games, and creative projects tailored to participant interests and abilities.

Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Children's Area

Weekly Storytime for ages 0 -8

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Freeform playgroup.

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Children's Area

Following Storytime, join us for a freeform craft or activity during play group time, and connect with other parents and caregivers!

Tallyn's Reach Cookbook Clubs: Young Chefs Edition - For Ages 18 and Under

Tue, Jul 01, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

APL Chambers Plaza Library

Bring your kids to crafty club, and spend the afternoon playing a curated selection of board games with staff, snacks, and new friends!

Non-Fiction Book Club

Tue, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Small Community Room

Join us every 1st Tuesday of the month for a lively discussion with fellow book enthusiasts. July's book: Confederates in the Attic by Tony Horwitz

Tue, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Conference Room

A fun cooking club for kids, teens, and families alike!

Tue, Jul 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Activity Room

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, or math!

Doodle Bags

Tue, Jul 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Iliff Square Library

Design your own canvas bookbag.

This event is full

Wed, Jul 02, 10:00am - 4:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Wed, Jul 02, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Great stories and fun songs for children 18 months to 5 years.

Color Our World Writing Contest

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Enjoy educational toys and music as you connect with others!

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Join poet laureate Ahja Fox for a short story writing workshop. Entries close July 31st! (Ages 8-12)

Citizenship Study Group

Wed, Jul 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Small Community Room

Studying for the citizenship interview? Join others in practicing and preparing for the different sections of the interview.

Paint a Fairy Door

Wed, Jul 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - MLK Boston Community Room

Paint a bisque fairy door to add to your garden of painted rocks.

4H Kids Fun Hour

Wed, Jul 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Activity Room

Color your world with Arapahoe 4H in this kid friendly program!

Pinwheel Craft

Wed, Jul 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Make a fun pinwheel that spins in the breeze.

Thu, Jul 03, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Come listen to stories, learn rhymes, socialize and play!

Cancelled

Tallyn's Reach Tots Tunes Rave

Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library

Develop early literacy and motor skills through music and movement.

Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Bounce, wiggle, and groove to electronic and techno remixes of your favorite Tots Tunes songs!

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) - Ages 12-18

Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Freeform playgroup.

Thu, Jul 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Activity Room

Bubble Lab

Thu, Jul 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Experiment, play, and create bubbles!

Process Art: Ages 6-11

Thu, Jul 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Sidewalk Chalk Murals

Thu, Jul 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

Decorate our sidewalks with chalk! Draw or use a stencil!

PJ Movie Night - Treasure Planet

Thu, Jul 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Join a family-friendly movie night featuring "Treasure Planet” (2002, PG). Free popcorn and coco! PJs welcome but not required.

Reverse Coloring Hangout

Thu, Jul 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Try out a cool new coloring book trend where you start with a colored painting and then draw in the lines.

Page to Screen Club - Hidden Figures

Thu, Jul 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Small Community Room

Join us for our Page to Screen Club! Discuss “Hidden Figures,” written by Margot Lee Shetterly. Movie viewing will take place on June 27.

Renters' Rights (Bilingüe) - Warrant of Habitability

Thu, Jul 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library

Join a representative from CED Law for a remote access class all about your rights as a renter in the state of CO. Participants must register to receive a link.

Sat, Jul 05, 10:00am - 4:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Sat, Jul 05, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Storytime Corner

Leathermaking: Snap Card Case

Sat, Jul 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

Play with a large collection of toys and practice early literacy skills.

Sat, Jul 05, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

New venue APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Join Tandy Leather in making a snap card case!

Tallyn's Reach Service Saturday - Volunteer Opportunity

Sat, Jul 05, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Activity Room

Event Portal Registration for Service Saturday

Tallyn's Reach Teen Advisory Group (TAG) - Volunteer Opportunity

Sat, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

APL Central Library - 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.

Sat, Jul 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Conference Room

Help make teen voices heard at the library while earning volunteer hours! Eat snacks and make new friends too.

Family Science Hour: Aurora Water & Aquatic Critters

Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Join Aurora PROS Park Ranger in exploring local fishy wildlife!

Mon, Jul 07, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

APL Central Library - 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.

Tue, Jul 08, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Develop early literacy and motor skills through music and movement.

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Develop early literacy and motor skills through music and movement.

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Fireplace Open Space

A weekly, hands-on library experience for adults with disabilities featuring crafts, games, and creative projects tailored to participant interests and abilities.

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Children's Area

Weekly Storytime for ages 0 -8

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Freeform playgroup.

Tissue Paper Flower Bouquets

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Children's Area

Following Storytime, join us for a freeform craft or activity during play group time, and connect with other parents and caregivers!

Crafty Club for Adults

Tue, Jul 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

APL Chambers Plaza Library

Want something to do while your child is at Crafty Club? Do you also want to make a fun craft? Join us for an adult version of Crafty Club! This month: Diamond Dotz and Polymer Clay Earrings.

Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Small Community Room

Make tissue paper flower bouquets! Supplies provided.

LEGO Club - Ages 6-11

Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Tue, Jul 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Activity Room

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, or math!

Registration opens Tuesday, June 24 2025 at 4:30pm

Pinwheel Craft

Tue, Jul 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Iliff Square Library

Make a fun pinwheel that spins in the breeze.

Aurora Rhythms

Tue, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 9:00pm

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Aurora Rhythms

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 4:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Wed, Jul 09, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Special Storytime (featuring ASL)

Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Great stories and fun songs for children 18 months to 5 years.

Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

APL Chambers Plaza Library

Join us for a Special Storytime featuring American Sign Language (ASL)! We'll read books featuring ASL and even learn some signs! Please note: this program will be conducted in English.

Rebel Marketplace - Succulent Pot Painting

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Enjoy educational toys and music as you connect with others!

Stroke Support Gathering

Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

APL Central Library - 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.

DIY Drink Mixers

Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Activity Room

Experiment with what you drink! A pinch of this here, a splash of this there.

Reverse Coloring

Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Iliff Square Library

Add lines and designs to pages filled with color.

Doodle Bags

Wed, Jul 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Design your own canvas bookbag.

Music at the Movies

Wed, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 9:00pm

APL Bookmobile

Come see The Man Cubs and IF at Country Lane Park 10055 E. Colorado Ave.

Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Heights Maker Space

Paint a pot, then plant your very own succulent in it! Pots and succulents will be provided.

Rebel Marketplace - Farmers Market

Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library

Every 2nd Wednesday June - September, Join APL and Rebel Marketplace for an after-hours community farmers market, featuring local vendors and activities!

Thu, Jul 10, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Come listen to stories, learn rhymes, socialize and play!

Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Develop early literacy and motor skills through music and movement.

Teen Anime Club - Ages 14-18

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Freeform playgroup.

Process Art for Adults

Thu, Jul 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Heights Maker Space

Splatter paint on canvases with flowers, sponges, whatever you can find! Enjoy the process without worrying about the result. Program designed with adults with I/DD in mind, but all are welcome!

Thu, Jul 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Tween Anime Club - Ages 9-13

Thu, Jul 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Small Community Room

Beach Bear Snack Craft

Thu, Jul 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Make a teddy bear beach scene with graham cracker cookies, blue frosting and more in this fun snack craft. Just watch out for gummy sharks!

Fri, Jul 11, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Iliff Square Library

Come listen to stories, learn rhymes, socialize and play!

Cancelled

Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library

Sing, read, and rhyme with babies ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.

Tallyn's Reach Baby Rave

Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Bounce, wiggle, and groove to electronic and techno remixes of your favorite storytime songs!

Fire Safety & Emergency Preparedness Presentation

Fri, Jul 11, 10:45am - 11:15am

APL Central Library - Central Activity Room

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Mission Viejo Library

The Community Risk Reduction (CRR) of Aurora Fire Rescue invites you to access valuable resources, including fire safety guides and preparedness tips to help protect your home from fire hazards.

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Freeform playgroup.

Legendary Library League: Rainbow Energy Challenge - All Ages

Fri, Jul 11, 4:00pm - 5:45pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Activity Room

Stop in for some friendly games of chess! Beginners to masters are welcome. Chess sets are provided.

Fri, Jul 11, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Small Community Room

MakerStuff: Candles

Fri, Jul 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - MLK Study Room B

Make a candle!

Arts and Snacks - Candy and Cookie Campfires

Fri, Jul 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Chambers Plaza Library

Learn how to make a tasty piece of art! This month: Candy and Cookie Campfires!

Teen Hang - Bedazzle Your World

Fri, Jul 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Heights Maker Space

Every 2nd Friday hang out, eat snacks, have fun! July: Bring an item, bedazzle it!

Page to Screen Club Movie - The Lovely Bones

Fri, Jul 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Kick off with a screening of the movie adaptation of “The Lovely Bones,” and dive into a discussion of the book on July 18th.

How Money Works for Women

Sat, Jul 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

APL Central Library - Central Small Community Room

This class equips women with the essential tools and knowledge to triumph through every stage of life.

DnD - 4-hour block

Sat, Jul 12, 10:00am - 2:00pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - MLK Boston Community Room

Role-play alongside fellow players and our Dungeon Masters in a tabletop collaborative storytelling game! Please arrive before 10:30am for character creation.

This event is full

DnD - 2-hour block- Morning

Sat, Jul 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

Role-play alongside fellow players and our Dungeon Masters in a tabletop collaborative storytelling game! Please arrive by 10:30am for character creation.

This event is full

Sat, Jul 12, 10:00am - 4:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Sat, Jul 12, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Storytime Corner

Colorado Cryptids Lecture

Sat, Jul 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

Play with a large collection of toys and practice early literacy skills.

Sat, Jul 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Exploring Colorado Legends About Cryptids

DnD - 2-hour block- Afternoon

Sat, Jul 12, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

Role-play alongside fellow players and our Dungeon Masters in a tabletop collaborative storytelling game! Please arrive before 12:30pm for character creation.

Leathermaking: Drawstring Coin Pouch Kit

Sat, Jul 12, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Join Tandy Leather in making a Drawstring Pouch Kit for your coin (or dice) storage needs!

Craft Swap

Sat, Jul 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Conference Room

Swap out your craft supplies!

Books at the Bar

Sat, Jul 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Second Dawn Brewing Co.

Title: The September House by Carissa Orlando Location: Second Dawn Brewing Co.

Beginning Your Family History: Genealogy 101

Sat, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

APL Central Library - 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.

LGBTQ+ Book Club - Disfigured by Amanda Leduc

Sat, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

APL Central Library - 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.

Embroidery Craft

Sat, Jul 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - MLK Boston Community Room

Embroider a design using a needle and thread. Kits provided.

Sat, Jul 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Read and discuss queer stories in a variety of genres! July's book: Disfigured by Amanda Leduc.

Teen Anime Club

Sat, Jul 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Conference Room

Watch anime! For 6th to 12th graders.

Hunger Free Colorado

Mon, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Nook

Apply for SNAP and Food Access Resources

Learn to Sew

Mon, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Every Second Monday, Are you interested in learning how to use a sewing machine? Join a group class, learn the basics of using a sewing machine and work on a small project to practice.

This event is full

Tinker Tots

Mon, Jul 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Activity Room

Explore STEAM with your preschooler!

Bookmobile at Central Recreation Center

Mon, Jul 14, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

APL Central Library - 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.

Mon, Jul 14, 4:30pm - 7:00pm

Central Recreation Center

Visit the Bookmobile at the City of Aurora Central Recreation Center

Special Tots Tunes: Baby Dance Party

Tue, Jul 15, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Develop early literacy and motor skills through music and movement.

Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Develop early literacy and motor skills through music and movement.

Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Fireplace Open Space

A weekly, hands-on library experience for adults with disabilities featuring crafts, games, and creative projects tailored to participant interests and abilities.

Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Children's Area

Weekly Storytime for ages 0 -8

Walking Book Club - The Cat Who Saved Books by Sosuke Natsukawa

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Freeform playgroup.

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Horseshoe Park- 2125 S Kittredge Way

Join our Walking Book Club at Horseshoe Park located at 2125 S Kittredge Way.

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Children's Area

Following Storytime, join us for a freeform craft or activity during play group time, and connect with other parents and caregivers!

Central Library Teen Alliance - Ages 12-18

Tue, Jul 15, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

APL Chambers Plaza Library

Bring your kids to crafty club, and spend the afternoon playing a curated selection of board games with staff, snacks, and new friends!

Tue, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Activity Room

Afternoon Activity: Think Like A Doctor

Tue, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Tallyn’s Reach Cookbook Clubs: Global Bites - For All Ages

Tue, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Conference Room

Taste the world through international recipes and global flavors.

Tue, Jul 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Activity Room

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, or math!

Registration opens Tuesday, July 1 2025 at 4:30pm

Foil Dinosaurs

Tue, Jul 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Iliff Square Library

Make a colorful dinosaur scene using shiny foil stickers.

Wed, Jul 16, 10:00am - 4:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Daytime Booklovers' Book Club

Wed, Jul 16, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Wed, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

APL Central Library - Central Small Community Room

Join us every 3rd Wednesday of the month for a lively discussion with fellow book enthusiasts. July's book: In Cold Blood by Truman Capote

Wed, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Great stories and fun songs for children 18 months to 5 years.

Poetry Breakfast - Disability Pride

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Enjoy educational toys and music as you connect with others!

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 12:30pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library - Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Join Aurora’s poet Laureate Ahja Fox for a light breakfast and guided conversation about disabled voices in poetry.

Nature Experiments

Wed, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - MLK Full Community Room (Akron & Boston)

Be the heat and be a cool scientist! Ask questions and explore the wonderful world of nature through a series of guided experiments meant for fun and creative learning.

Scratch Art

Wed, Jul 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Draw using special paper that lets you scratch off a coating to reveal rainbow colors underneath.

Summer Vibes

Wed, Jul 16, 5:00pm - 9:00pm

APL Bookmobile

Featuring...A DJ, mobile ropes course and sports themed inflatable games.

Thu, Jul 17, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Thu, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Come listen to stories, learn rhymes, socialize and play!

Thu, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Develop early literacy and motor skills through music and movement.

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Freeform playgroup.

Cancelled

Colorado State Universtiy Master Gardeners - Dealing With Drought in the Landscape

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

APL Chambers Plaza Library

Every 3rd Thursday, spend the afternoon playing a curated selection of board games with staff, snacks, and new friends! Ages 8+

Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Join Arapahoe County Master Gardeners to learn how our regions prolonged droughts affect our landscapes.

Teen Roundup: Hot Glue Embroidery - Ages 12-18

Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

APL Central Library

Process Art: Ages 6-11

Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

APL Central Library - Central Small Community Room

Anime Club

Thu, Jul 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

A monthly anime hangout with snacks and crafts. We'll watch shows participants voted for in the previous meeting.

Registration opens Thursday, June 19 2025 at 4:30pm

Renters' Rights (Bilingüe) - Move-Out Best Practices

Thu, Jul 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

APL Hoffman Heights Library

Join a representative from CED Law for a remote access class all about your rights as a renter in the state of CO. Participants must register to receive a link.

Fri, Jul 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

APL Central Library - Central Large Community Room

Fri, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Iliff Square Library

Come listen to stories, learn rhymes, socialize and play!

Fri, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Sing, read, and rhyme with babies ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.

Fri, Jul 18, 10:45am - 11:15am

APL Central Library - Central Activity Room

CSI Tallyn's - The Black Dahlia Murder

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)

Freeform playgroup.

Fri, Jul 18, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Conference Room

Explore a true crime case and share your theories!