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Teen Taste Test

Thanksgiving Sodas
2025-11-21 16:00:00 2025-11-21 17:00:00 America/Denver Teen Taste Test Why roast a whole turkey when you can have a Thanksgiving feast in liquid form? Try pumpkin-pie, corn on the cob, bacon, and more as sodas! APL Hoffman Heights Library - HOF Makerspace Patron 1

Friday, November 21
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-11-21 16:00:00 2025-11-21 17:00:00 America/Denver Teen Taste Test Why roast a whole turkey when you can have a Thanksgiving feast in liquid form? Try pumpkin-pie, corn on the cob, bacon, and more as sodas! APL Hoffman Heights Library - HOF Makerspace Patron 1

APL Hoffman Heights Library

HOF Makerspace Patron 1

Why roast a whole turkey when you can have a Thanksgiving feast in liquid form? Try pumpkin-pie, corn on the cob, bacon, and more as sodas!

AGE GROUP: | Teens (12-18) |

EVENT TYPE: | General Interest |

APL Hoffman Heights Library
Phone: 303.739.1572
Branch manager
Tessy Walker
Hours

Today's hours

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

Mon, Sep 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Sep 16 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Sep 17 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Sep 18 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Sep 19 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 20 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Sep 21 Closed
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About the Library

 

The Hoffman Heights Library is located on Peoria Street just north of 13th Avenue.

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

Hoffman Heights Lower Level Community Room

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

Upcoming Events

Silver Screenings - Pan's Labyrinth (R)
Fri, Sep 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
An afterhours movie club featuring classics (new & old), foreign films, and those off the beaten path. Featuring free popcorn! En Espanol with English subtitles.
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Auror-chitecture Walking Tour - Del Mar Parkway Neighborhood
Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Take a walk through a historic neighborhoods and learn about local architecture from a mid-century expert and a historic preservation specialist!
Yarn 'n Yap
Sat, Sep 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm
HOF Makerspace Patron 1
Bring your yarn projects for a cozy yap session! An introduction to knitting is available in the first hour for beginners, as well as knitting needles and yarn for practicing during the program.
Auror-chitecture - Landmarking Aurora
Sat, Sep 20, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Hoffman Heights Quiet Computer Lab
Want to preserve the unique architecture in Aurora? Join a historic preservationist from the Aurora History Museum to learn about the process and benefits!
Storytime - Hoffman
Tue, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoffman Children's Area
Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play
Learn & Play - Hoffman
Tue, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
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!
Lineage Societies - What, Why and How - Aurora Genealogical Society
Tue, Sep 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Presented by Sandy Carter-Duff, Experienced Genealogist, learn about lineage societies are and why it is important to join one. Zoom attendance available.
Register
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Wed, Sep 24, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Teen Taste Test - Funky Cheese
Fri, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
HOF Makerspace
Get fancy and try these funky cheeses from around the world!
Saturday Morning Puzzle Club
Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Enjoy a quiet Saturday morning with tea and puzzles! Guests can work collaboratively or individually.
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Block of the Month
Mon, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Interested in quilting? Join us every last Monday of the month to create a quilt block!
This event is full
Storytime - Hoffman
Tue, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoffman Children's Area
Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play
Learn & Play - Hoffman
Tue, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
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!
Book of the Month Club - at the ACAA
Tue, Sep 30, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Try out a new book! Every month, the ACAA will have a featured Book of the Month. Join us for tea and snacks to tell us what you think! Sept: "The First Ladies" by M. Benedict, V.C. Murray
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Computer Basics
Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoffman Heights Quiet Computer Lab
Learn the basics of computer use and navigation or improve your skills!
PJ Movie Night - Monster House
Fri, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Join a family-friendly movie night featuring "Monster House” (2006, PG). Free popcorn and coco! PJs welcome but not required.
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Sat, Oct 04, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Saturday Storytime - at Hoffman Library
Sat, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoffman Children's Area
Every first Saturday, join us for a classic storytime, featuring songs, interactive books, and fun themed activities!
Storytime - Hoffman
Tue, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoffman Children's Area
Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play
Learn & Play - Hoffman
Tue, Oct 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
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!
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Wed, Oct 08, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Books & Banter - Go As a River
Wed, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Every 2nd Wednesday, join a friendly neighborhood book group fostering thoughtful discussion, lead by a community member. October: Go As a River, Shelley Read
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Sat, Oct 11, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Woven Spiderweb Wreaths
Sat, Oct 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
HOF Makerspace Patron 1
Weave a beautiful spiderweb into seasonal wall decor! Ages 13+
This event is full
LGBTQ+ Book Club - Feast While You Can by Mikaella Clements and Onjuli Datta
Sat, Oct 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
HOF Makerspace Patron 1
Read and discuss queer stories in a variety of genres! October's book: She is a Haunting by Trang Thanh Tran.
Learn to Sew
Mon, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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
Storytime - Hoffman
Tue, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoffman Children's Area
Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play
Learn & Play - Hoffman
Tue, Oct 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
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!
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Wed, Oct 15, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Silver Screenings - Psycho (R), con subtítulos en español
Thu, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
An afterhours movie club featuring classics (new & old), foreign films, and those off the beaten path. Featuring free popcorn!
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Sat, Oct 18, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Día de los Muertos Craft Party
Sat, Oct 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Join us and Amigos de Mexico in celebration of Día de los Muertos with festive crafts and games!
Yarn 'n Yap
Sat, Oct 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
HOF Makerspace Patron 1
Bring your yarn projects for a cozy yap session! An introduction to knitting is available in the first hour for beginners, as well as knitting needles and yarn for practicing during the program.
Storytime - Hoffman
Tue, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoffman Children's Area
Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play
Learn & Play - Hoffman
Tue, Oct 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
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!
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Wed, Oct 22, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Saturday Morning Puzzle Club
Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
HOF Makerspace Patron 1
Every 4th Saturday, enjoy a quiet morning with tea and puzzles! Guests can work collaboratively or individually.
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Beginner's Acrylic Painting
Sat, Oct 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
HOF Makerspace Patron 1
Every Last Saturday, Follow step-by-step instructions and create a beautiful landscape. Ages 13+
This event is full
Block of the Month
Mon, Oct 27, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Interested in quilting? Join us every last Monday of the month to create a quilt block!
Registration opens Saturday, September 27 2025 at 3:00pm
Storytime - Hoffman
Tue, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoffman Children's Area
Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play
Learn & Play - Hoffman
Tue, Oct 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
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!
Book of the Month Club - at the ACAA
Tue, Oct 28, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
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! Oct: The Island of Missing Trees, Elif Shafak
Published Genealogies - Aurora Genealogical Society
Tue, Oct 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Presented by David Fryxell, Author, Editor and Experienced Genealogist, learn how to access thousands of published genealogies. Zoom attendance available.
Register
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Wed, Oct 29, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Ghost Family Portraits
Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Even ghosts can't escape the horror of family photos -- enjoy making yours with a seasonal family-friendly craft and snack!
Escape Room - The Haunting of Hoffman Heights
Fri, Oct 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Can you escape the haunted library? Use your wits and teamwork to find the librarian's secret and escape the clutches of her ghost! But beware! You only have 1 hour before she comes for your soul...
Escape Room - The Haunting of Hoffman Heights
Fri, Oct 31, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Can you escape the haunted library? Use your wits and teamwork to find the librarian's secret and escape the clutches of her ghost! But beware! You only have 1 hour before she comes for your soul...
Escape Room - The Haunting of Hoffman Heights
Fri, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Can you escape the haunted library? Use your wits and teamwork to find the librarian's secret and escape the clutches of her ghost! But beware! You only have 1 hour before she comes for your soul...
Escape Room - The Haunting of Hoffman Heights
Fri, Oct 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Can you escape the haunted library? Use your wits and teamwork to find the librarian's secret and escape the clutches of her ghost! But beware! You only have 1 hour before she comes for your soul...
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Sat, Nov 01, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Escape Room - The Haunting of Hoffman Heights (Day 2)
Sat, Nov 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Can you escape the haunted library? Use your wits and teamwork to find the librarian's secret and escape the clutches of her ghost! But beware! You only have 1 hour before she comes for your soul...
Escape Room - The Haunting of Hoffman Heights (Day 2)
Sat, Nov 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Can you escape the haunted library? Use your wits and teamwork to find the librarian's secret and escape the clutches of her ghost! But beware! You only have 1 hour before she comes for your soul...
Escape Room - The Haunting of Hoffman Heights (Day 2)
Sat, Nov 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Can you escape the haunted library? Use your wits and teamwork to find the librarian's secret and escape the clutches of her ghost! But beware! You only have 1 hour before she comes for your soul...
Escape Room - The Haunting of Hoffman Heights (Day 2)
Sat, Nov 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Can you escape the haunted library? Use your wits and teamwork to find the librarian's secret and escape the clutches of her ghost! But beware! You only have 1 hour before she comes for your soul...
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Wed, Nov 05, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Sat, Nov 08, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Saturday Storytime - at Hoffman Library
Sat, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Every first Saturday, join us for a classic storytime, featuring songs, interactive books, and fun themed activities!
LGBTQ+ Book Club - The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline
Sat, Nov 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
HOF Makerspace Patron 1
Read and discuss queer stories in a variety of genres! November's book: The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline.
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Wed, Nov 12, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Arts and Snacks - Apple Turkeys
Fri, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
HOF Makerspace Patron 1
Learn how to make a tasty piece of art! This month: Apple Turkeys!
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Sat, Nov 15, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Yarn 'n Yap
Sat, Nov 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
HOF Makerspace Patron 1
Bring your yarn projects for a cozy yap session! An introduction to knitting is available in the first hour for beginners, as well as knitting needles and yarn for practicing during the program.
Genealogy Open Hours - Aurora Genealogical Society
Wed, Nov 19, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!
Teen Taste Test - Thanksgiving Sodas
Fri, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
HOF Makerspace Patron 1
Why roast a whole turkey when you can have a Thanksgiving feast in liquid form? Try pumpkin-pie, corn on the cob, bacon, and more as sodas!
See all events