Active Minds

Sat, Oct 04, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Storytime Corner

Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming.

Sat, Oct 04, 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.

Mon, Oct 06, 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.

Charge Into Fire Safety With AFR

Tue, Oct 07, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

Non-Fiction Book Club

Tue, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Central Small Community Room

Join us every 1st Tuesday of the month for a lively discussion with fellow book enthusiasts. October's book: The Day the World Came to Town by Jim DeFede

Tue, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Large Community Room

Discover valuable fire safety and prevention resources, ask a firefighter your burning questions, and visit a real firetruck outside the library!

Library For All: Coloring

Wed, Oct 08, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

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

Stroke Support Group

Wed, Oct 08, 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.

Thu, Oct 09, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Central Large Community Room

Come and build connections through coloring and conversation!

Tween Movie Club - Ages 9-13

Thu, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Central Activity Room

Enjoy a movie with friends! Snacks and refreshments will be provided!

Cancelled

Teen Roundup: Indigenous Peoples' Day Art - Ages 12-18

Thu, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Join us in welcoming artist Cal Duran as we explore, celebrate, and create Indigenous art and artists.

Teen Roundup: Ghost In A Jar - Ages 12-18

Thu, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Central Small Community Room

Come make a spooky ghost in a jar! Just in time for spooky season! Snacks also provided!

Thu, Oct 09, 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.

Fri, Oct 10, 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!

Legendary Library League: Pokémon Card Trade Night - All Ages

Fri, Oct 10, 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.

Fri, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Central Small Community Room

Starlight Ranch: Teen Therian Lock-In - Ages 12-18

Fri, Oct 10, 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!

Sat, Oct 11, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Storytime Corner

Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming.

Books at the Bar

Sat, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Title: Holly by Stephen King Location: Vanishing West Ciders

Sat, Oct 11, 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.

Hunger Free Colorado

Mon, Oct 13, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Central Nook

Apply for SNAP and Food Access Resources

Mon, Oct 13, 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.

Central Library Teen Alliance - Ages 12-18

Tue, Oct 14, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

Tue, Oct 14, 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.

Daytime Booklovers' Book Club

Wed, Oct 15, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

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

Wed, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Central Small Community Room

Join us every 3rd Wednesday of the month for a lively discussion with fellow book enthusiasts. October's book: A Calamity of Souls by David Baldacci

SLEEPY-TIME STORYTIME

Wed, Oct 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Activity Room

Join us for an evening storytime all about sleep! Wear your favorite pjs and bring your favorite stuffy for this evening full of family relaxation!

SPECIAL SENSORY STORYTIME WITH JOLENE GUTIÉRREZ

Thu, Oct 16, 10:15am - 11:15am

Central Large Community Room

Read about overwhelming sensory environments with local author Jolene Gutiérrez, and explore sensory “diet” activities with a local occupational therapist! Designed for ages 2-5 and their caregivers.

Midday Board Games

Thu, Oct 16, 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.

Colorado State University Master Gardeners - Fall and Winter Landscape Care

Thu, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Central Large Community Room

This class will cover everything you need to know about putting your gardens to bed for the winter season.

Teen Roundup: Pin Pals - DIY and Trade Party - Ages 12-18

Thu, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Central Activity Room

Make your own custom pins using Shrinky Dinks, bottle caps, and more! Bring your own pins to swap with others and grow your collection. It’s a craft-and-trade hangout for pin fans of all kinds!

Thu, Oct 16, 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.

Fri, Oct 17, 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!

Active Minds - Mount Everest

Fri, Oct 17, 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.

Fri, Oct 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Small Community Room

Active Minds: Mount Everest

Sat, Oct 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Storytime Corner

Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming.

Rocky Horror Picture Show

Sat, Oct 18, 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.

Sat, Oct 18, 6:30pm - 9:00pm

Central Large Community Room

Let's do the Time Warp again! It's all about the audience participation in this interactive viewing of Rocky Horror Picture Show.

Library For All: Bingo

Mon, Oct 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Large Community Room

Come play bingo, build connections, and win prizes!

Mon, Oct 20, 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.

Central Library Teen Alliance - Ages 12-18

Tue, Oct 21, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

Rescheduled

Tue, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

New date Tuesday, October 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Come hang in a welcoming and supportive space for teens. Connect with others and celebrate individuality through various activities and discussions.

After-School Activity: Think Like a Scientist - Ages 6-11

Tue, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Large Community Room

In partnership with Think Like A Scientist, enjoy a variety of science experiments focused on the environment!

Nintendo Switch Club - Ages 12-18

Wed, Oct 22, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

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

Wed, Oct 22, 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!

Teen Roundup: Colorado Cryptid Talk - Ages 12-18

Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Activity Room

Join us to learn about the cryptids of Colorado from the Rocky Mountain Paranormal Society. Bigfoots, and Bolters, and Tommyknockers....oh my!

Starlight Ranch: Cryptid Hunt Lock-In - Ages 12-18

Thu, Oct 23, 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.

Thu, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Central Activity Room

Join us for a special, spooky lock-in! Team up, learn about cryptids, decipher clues, and meet the "experts" as you search the library for a mysterious creature lurking somewhere among the books.

C.A.F.E. Series: Cancer and Community: A Forum for Exchange

Fri, Oct 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Small Community Room

Pull Up a Chair. Let's talk caner research, together.

Fri, Oct 24, 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!

Día De Muertos- A Living Tradition

Fri, Oct 24, 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.

Fri, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Large Community Room

Join Museo De las Americas in decorating sugar skulls and creating paper marigolds and papel picado.

In-Be-TWEEN: Digital Escape Room

Fri, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Will you be able to escape the mysterious castle? Join us and find out while discovering clues and problem solving as a team. Open to ages 9-13.

Sat, Oct 25, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Storytime Corner

Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming.

Sat, Oct 25, 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.

Mon, Oct 27, 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.

After-School Activity: Pumpkin Crafts - Ages 6-11

Tue, Oct 28, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

Tue, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Large Community Room

Make jack-o-lanterns and fall gourds out of paper, pony beads, and more!

Teen Roundup: Small Tin Dioramas - Ages 12-18

Wed, Oct 29, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

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

Thu, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Central Activity Room

We'll be turning old, small, mint tins into amazing mini dioramas using resin, moss, and more!

Fall Storytime and Candy Parade

Thu, Oct 30, 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.

Fri, Oct 31, 10:15am - 11:15am

Central Large Community Room

Celebrate fall with an autumn-themed storytime followed by a candy parade around the Central Library. Costumes are optional.

Sat, Nov 01, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Storytime Corner

Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming.

Sat, Nov 01, 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.

Mon, Nov 03, 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.

Think Like A Scientist: Aviation Exploration - Ages 6-11

Tue, Nov 04, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

Non-Fiction Book Club

Tue, Nov 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Central Small Community Room

Join us every 1st Tuesday of the month for a lively discussion with fellow book enthusiasts. November's book: Demon of Unrest by Erik Larson

Tue, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Large Community Room

Discover the science behind flight as we soar through a variety of aerodynamic activities!

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) - Ages 12-18

Wed, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 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, October 6 2025 at 4:00pm

Thu, Nov 06, 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.

Thu, Nov 06, 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.

Fri, Nov 07, 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!

Teen Howl: "Wolfwalkers" Watch Party - Ages 12-18

Fri, Nov 07, 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.

Fri, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Central Small Community Room

Join us as we watch "Wolfwalkers".

Active Minds - Whiskey

Fri, Nov 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Large Community Room

Active Minds: Whiskey

Sat, Nov 08, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Storytime Corner

Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming.

Books at the Bar

Sat, Nov 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Title: The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians Location: Dry Dock Brewing Co - 15120 E. Hampden Ave, Aurora, CO 80014

Gateway to the Rockies Reception

Sat, Nov 08, 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.

Sat, Nov 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Large Community Room

Gateway to the Rockies art show reception.

Hunger Free Colorado

Mon, Nov 10, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Central Nook

Apply for SNAP and Food Access Resources

Mon, Nov 10, 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.

Special Toddler Storytime: Dinosaurs - Ages 2-5

Wed, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 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.

Aurora Rhythms

Wed, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Studio

Aurora Rhythms

Thu, Nov 13, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

Join us as we read about prehistoric creatures with the Aurora History Museum!

Library For All: Coloring

Thu, Nov 13, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Central Large Community Room

Come and build connections through coloring and conversation!

Registration opens Tuesday, October 14 2025 at 12:30pm

Tween Movie Club - Ages 9-13

Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Central Activity Room

Enjoy a movie with friends! Snacks and refreshments will be provided!

Teen Roundup: Design Your Own Scarf - Ages 12-18

Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Central Small Community Room

Create your own designs and use heat transfer to apply them to a scarf. Make a one-of-a-kind scarf to keep you warm this winter! All supplies provided.

Thu, Nov 13, 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.

Fri, Nov 14, 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!

Fri, Nov 14, 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.

Sat, Nov 15, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Storytime Corner

Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming.

Sat, Nov 15, 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.

Library For All: Bingo

Mon, Nov 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Large Community Room

Come play bingo, build connections, and win prizes!

Registration opens Saturday, October 18 2025 at 10:00am

Mon, Nov 17, 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.

Central Library Teen Alliance - Ages 12-18

Tue, Nov 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

Tue, Nov 18, 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.

Daytime Booklovers' Book Club

Wed, Nov 19, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

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

Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Central Small Community Room

Join us every 3rd Wednesday of the month for a lively discussion with fellow book enthusiasts. November's book: Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson

Active Minds - Coffee: A Brief History

Wed, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Small Community Room

Active Minds - Coffee: A Brief History

Midday Board Games

Thu, Nov 20, 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.

Colorado State University Master Gardeners - Intro to Xeriscaping - Water Wise Gardening

Thu, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Central Large Community Room

Join Colorado Master Gardener Judy Cale for an informative talk about Water Wise Landscaping, also known as xeriscaping.

Teen Roundup: Friendship Bracelets - Ages 12-18

Thu, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Central Activity Room

Make fun and colorful bracelets to give to your friends, family, or keep for yourself!

C.A.F.E. Series: Cancer and Community: A Forum for Exchange

Thu, Nov 20, 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.

Fri, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Small Community Room

Pull Up a Chair. Let's talk cancer research, together.

Fri, Nov 21, 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!

Fri, Nov 21, 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.

Sat, Nov 22, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Storytime Corner

Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming.

Sat, Nov 22, 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.

Mon, Nov 24, 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.

Afternoon Activity: Perler Beads - Ages 6-11

Tue, Nov 25, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

Tue, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Large Community Room

Make designs and characters out of melty perler beads!

Nintendo Switch Club - Ages 12-18

Wed, Nov 26, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

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

Wed, Nov 26, 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!

Sat, Nov 29, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Storytime Corner

Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming.

Sat, Nov 29, 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.

Mon, Dec 01, 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.

Non-Fiction Book Club

Tue, Dec 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Central Small Community Room

Join us every 1st Tuesday of the month for a lively discussion with fellow book enthusiasts. December's book: Plato and a Platypus Walk Into A Bar by Cathcart & Klein

Merry Maker Market

Tue, Dec 02, 3:00pm - 8:00pm

Merry Makers Market is a free, one-stop shopping event with a selection of products to choose from local and regional vendors.

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) - Ages 12-18

Wed, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 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, November 3 2025 at 4:00pm

Thu, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Small Community Room

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

Tween Movie Club - Ages 9-13

Thu, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Central Activity Room

Enjoy a movie with friends! Snacks and refreshments will be provided!

Thu, Dec 04, 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.

Fri, Dec 05, 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!

Teen Howl: Felt Animal Bow Ties - Ages 12-18

Fri, Dec 05, 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.

Fri, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Central Activity Room

Ever wanted a shark bow tie? How about a dinosaur? Well, this month we'll be making felt animal bow ties. Spruce up your fit and show off your fursona, theriotype, or favorite animal in a stylish way!

Sat, Dec 06, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Storytime Corner

Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming.