MLK Writing Workshop with Ahja Fox

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.

Tue, Dec 02, 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, 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.

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.

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) - Ages 12-18

Thu, Dec 04, 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.

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.

Discover Through Play - Ages 2-5

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!

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.

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

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.

Sat, Dec 06, 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, Dec 08, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Central Nook

Apply for SNAP and Food Access Resources

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.

Art Workshop with BMOCA - Ages 6-11

Tue, Dec 09, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

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!

Tue, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Central Small Community Room

Join APL to help clean seeds for the seed library.

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.

Library For All: Coloring

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.

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!

Thu, Dec 11, 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.

Discover Through Play - 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!

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.

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

Winter Circus Workshop and Show

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.

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!

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.

Central Library Teen Alliance - Ages 12-18

Tue, Dec 16, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

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

Tue, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Central Small Community Room

Join APL to help clean seeds for the seed library.

Daytime Booklovers' Book Club

Wed, Dec 17, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

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

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

Teen Roundup: Crafts and Cocoa - Ages 12-18

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.

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!

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

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.

Fri, Dec 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Small Community Room

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

Discover Through Play - 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!

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.

Sat, Dec 20, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Storytime Corner

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

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.

Nintendo Switch Club - Ages 12-18

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

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Afternoon Activity: Slime Time

Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Central Small Community Room

Join APL to help clean seeds for the seed library.

Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Large Community Room

Make slime!

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.

Registration opens Monday, December 8 2025 at 4:00pm

Library For All: Coloring

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.

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.

Teen Howl: Crash Pandas - Ages 12-18

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.

Fri, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Central Small Community 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!

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

Beginning Your Family History: Genealogy 101

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.

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

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.

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!

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.

MLK Writing Workshop with Ahja Fox

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

Central Small Community Room

Develop early literacy skills through reading, singing, and rhyming. Designed for ages 2-5 and their caregivers.

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.

Tarot as a Creative Mirror for Writing - Using Tarot Cards for Story and Self-Discovery

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.

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

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.

Afternoon Activity: Paper Roller Coaster

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!

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.

Daytime Booklovers Book Club

Wed, Jan 21, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

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

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

Teen Roundup: Library Feud - Teens vs. Librarians - Ages 12-18

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.

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!

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

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.

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!

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

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.

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!

Afternoon Activity: World Dance and Drumming

Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Central Small Community Room

Join APL to help clean seeds for the seed library.

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.

Nintendo Switch Club - Ages 12-18

Wed, Jan 28, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Large Community Room

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

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!

Teen Roundup: Cereal Party - Ages 12-18

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.

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!