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Monthly Art Club: Blackout Poetry
2026-09-11 16:00:00 2026-09-11 18:00:00 America/Denver Monthly Art Club: Blackout Poetry Make art and socialize at the library! Feel free to bring in any personal projects if you’d like to work on that instead. APL Tallyn's Reach Library - Tallyn's Reach Activity Room

Friday, September 11
4:00pm - 6:00pm

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APL Tallyn's Reach Library

Tallyn's Reach Activity Room

Make art and socialize at the library! Feel free to bring in any personal projects if you’d like to work on that instead.

Cultivate your creative side with the Monthly Art Club! This relaxed and flexible program supports artists by providing the space, materials, and information to explore diverse topics, from mindful watercolors to 21st century media literacy. We want to foster the art community by sharing resources in an atmosphere that is welcoming and accessible for all. Join us to develop skills, discover fresh passions, and strengthen social connections. Bring your own supplies and works-in-progress or try something new with our provided materials. All skill levels are welcome!

AGE GROUP: | Teens (12-18) | Older Adults | Adults (21+) | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Social Events | Makerspace | General Interest | Community Events | Arts Education | Arts and Crafts |

APL Tallyn's Reach Library
Phone: 303.627.3050
Branch manager
Angie Andre
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We're open 10:00AM to 6:00PM

Mon, Jul 13 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jul 14 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Jul 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jul 16 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jul 17 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 18 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 19 Closed
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About the Library

 

The Tallyns Reach Library is located at the interesection of Aurora Parkway and Arapahoe Road.

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Upcoming Events

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Independent Sewing - Sewing Certification Required
Sat, Jul 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Activity Room
Register for independent sewing in our Makerspace and work on your project. Certification required.
Registration is now closed
Bubble Lab
Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Experiment, play, and create bubbles! Located outside of the library, with the Community Room open to cool off.
Rescheduled
Bubble Lab
Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
New date Saturday, July 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Experiment, play, and create bubbles! Located outside of the library, with the Community Room open to cool off.
Nourish & Thrive - Healthy Grilling & Safety Pop-Up
Sat, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Parking Lot
Discover healthy grilling with real food! Join Tallyn's Reach Library and Aurora Fire at Sprouts to expand your nutritional literacy and safety skills in this high-impact community experience.
Book Buddies
Sat, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tallyn's Children's Area
Work on your summer reading goals 1:1 with teen volunteers!
Heartstopper Forever Party
Sat, Jul 18, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
A place for teens and adults to celebrate the finale of the "Heartstopper" series!
Monday Matinee - Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Mon, Jul 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Enjoy some of your favorite classic films with coffee and popcorn.
Tallyn's Reach Library For All - For Adults
Tue, Jul 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Fireplace Open Space
A weekly, themed library experience for adults with I/DD and caregivers. Build literacy and life skills through group reading, writing, games, and community knowledge-sharing.
Tallyn's Reach Tots Tunes
Tue, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Develop early literacy and motor skills through music and movement.
Tallyn's Reach Music Playgroup
Tue, Jul 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Freeform playgroup.
Tallyn's Reach Cookbook Club - Tried & True Treasures
Tue, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Conference Room
Classic cookbooks, time-tested recipes, and comforting culinary nostalgia.
STEAM Club - 6-12 years
Tue, Jul 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Activity Room
Explore science, technology, engineering, art, or math! 7/7: LEGO - Free Build 7/14: Marble Run Challenge 7/21: STEMsters - Tonoscope 7/28: Aurora Water
Tallyn's Reach Family Storytime
Wed, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Great stories and fun songs for children 18 months to 5 years.
Tallyn's Reach Learn & Play
Wed, Jul 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Enjoy educational toys and music as you connect with others!
Tallyn's Reach Tots Tunes
Thu, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Develop early literacy and motor skills through music and movement.
Tallyn's Reach Music Playgroup
Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Freeform playgroup.
Dungeons & Dragons - Tallyn's Reach Library
Thu, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Side A Community Room
Adventure awaits! Join our table and take part in the world's most popular tabletop roleplaying game!
Cancelled
Tallyn's Reach Baby Storytime
Fri, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Sing, read, and rhyme with babies ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.
Tallyn's Reach Baby Storytime Rave
Fri, Jul 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Bounce, wiggle, and groove to electronic and techno remixes of your favorite storytime songs!
Cancelled
Tallyn's Reach Baby Playgroup
Fri, Jul 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join a freeform playgroup for babies 23-months-old and younger and their caregivers. Registration is not required for this program.
Dinosaur Hand Puppets
Fri, Jul 24, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Tallyn's Reach Activity Room
Build your own dinosaur hand puppets out of paper!
Chess Club
Fri, Jul 24, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Stop in for some friendly games of chess! Beginners to masters are welcome. Chess sets are provided.
Fiber Arts Community - For All Ages
Sat, Jul 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Fireplace Open Space
Connect with fellow fiber artists over two hours of creativity, conversation, and skill sharing.
Book Buddies
Sat, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tallyn's Children's Area
Work on your summer reading goals 1:1 with teen volunteers!
Summer Self-Care
Sat, Jul 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Summer can be stressful, so take this opportunity to practice some self-care by making crafts, listening to relaxing music, and more!
Mature Living Truth - Navigating Home Care Options
Mon, Jul 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Want to age in place? Learn practical tips from industry pros.
Read to a Therapy Dog - Tallyn's Reach Library
Mon, Jul 27, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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.
Tallyn's Reach Library For All - For Adults
Tue, Jul 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Fireplace Open Space
A weekly, themed library experience for adults with I/DD and caregivers. Build literacy and life skills through group reading, writing, games, and community knowledge-sharing.
Tallyn's Reach Tots Tunes
Tue, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Develop early literacy and motor skills through music and movement.
Tallyn's Reach Music Playgroup
Tue, Jul 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Freeform playgroup.
STEAM Club - 6-12 years
Tue, Jul 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Activity Room
Explore science, technology, engineering, art, or math! 7/7: LEGO - Free Build 7/14: Marble Run Challenge 7/21: STEMsters - Tonoscope 7/28: Aurora Water
Tallyn's Reach Family Storytime
Wed, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Great stories and fun songs for children 18 months to 5 years.
Tallyn's Reach Learn & Play
Wed, Jul 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Enjoy educational toys and music as you connect with others!
Cancelled
Tallyn's Reach Tots Tunes
Thu, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Develop early literacy and motor skills through music and movement.
Sunny & Friends Puppet Show
Thu, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Take a walk with Sunny as he explores the Aurora Reservoir while learning to conserve water and prevent water pollution.
Cancelled
Tallyn's Reach Music Playgroup
Thu, Jul 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Freeform playgroup.
Aurora 911: Ancient 911
Thu, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Activity Room
Join members from our 911 Dispatch team to discuss how archaeology tells stories about emergencies and crime!
Tallyn's Reach Baby Storytime
Fri, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Sing, read, and rhyme with babies ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.
Tallyn's Reach Baby Playgroup
Fri, Jul 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Join a freeform playgroup for babies 23-months-old and younger and their caregivers. Registration is not required for this program.
Chess Club
Fri, Jul 31, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Stop in for some friendly games of chess! Beginners to masters are welcome. Chess sets are provided.
Book Buddies
Sat, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tallyn's Children's Area
Work on your summer reading goals 1:1 with teen volunteers!
Back to School Fair
Sat, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Get ready to head back to school with this fair full of supplies, crafts, and more!
SOI End of Summer Party
Sat, Aug 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Take the time to turn in your reading logs and get your party on to celebrate the end of summer reading!
Monday Matinee - Jason and the Argonauts
Mon, Aug 03, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Enjoy some of your favorite classic films with coffee and popcorn.
Movies & Popcorn - The Iron Giant (1999, PG)
Tue, Aug 04, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Grab some popcorn and enjoy a few film favorites in our community room.
Tallyn's Reach Library For All - For Adults
Tue, Aug 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Fireplace Open Space
A weekly, themed library experience for adults with I/DD and caregivers. Build literacy and life skills through group reading, writing, games, and community knowledge-sharing.
Tallyn's Reach Cookbook Club - Young Chefs Edition
Tue, Aug 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Conference Room
A fun cooking club for kids, teens, and families alike!
Rock Tumbling - All Ages Welcome
Wed, Aug 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Learn how to tumble rocks, and watch our batches as they progress through the tumbling cycle all the way to gems.
Nourish & Thrive - Rerun: Protein Bites
Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Fuel your body and feed your life with this DIY, no-cook food program.
Movies & Popcorn - Turning Red (2022, PG)
Fri, Aug 07, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Grab some popcorn and enjoy a few film favorites in our community room.
Wood Shop - Build Your Own Dinosaur Pull Toy
Fri, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Activity Room
Learn hands-on woodworking and build practical projects.
This event is full
Chess Club
Fri, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Stop in for some friendly games of chess! Beginners to masters are welcome. Chess sets are provided.
"I Survived" TRL
Sat, Aug 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Explore science and history stations inspired by the popular "I Survived" book series!
Movies & Popcorn - Hidden Figures (2016, PG)
Tue, Aug 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Grab some popcorn and enjoy a few film favorites in our community room.
Tallyn's Reach Library For All - For Adults
Tue, Aug 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Fireplace Open Space
A weekly, themed library experience for adults with I/DD and caregivers. Build literacy and life skills through group reading, writing, games, and community knowledge-sharing.
Movies & Popcorn - Babe (1995, G)
Fri, Aug 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Grab some popcorn and enjoy a few film favorites in our community room.
Chess Club
Fri, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Stop in for some friendly games of chess! Beginners to masters are welcome. Chess sets are provided.
Junk Journaling - For Ages 13+
Fri, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Activity Room
Discover the art of junk journaling! Use recycled papers, ephemera, and creative techniques to craft a unique journal that blends memory-keeping with artistic expression.
Monday Matinee - Planet of the Apes
Mon, Aug 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Enjoy some of your favorite classic films with coffee and popcorn.
Movies & Popcorn - Willow (1988, PG)
Tue, Aug 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Grab some popcorn and enjoy a few film favorites in our community room.
Tallyn's Reach Library For All - For Adults
Tue, Aug 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Fireplace Open Space
A weekly, themed library experience for adults with I/DD and caregivers. Build literacy and life skills through group reading, writing, games, and community knowledge-sharing.
Tallyn’s Reach Cookbook Club - Global Bites
Tue, Aug 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Conference Room
Taste the world through international recipes and global flavors.
Registration opens Sunday, July 19 2026 at 4:00pm
Rock Tumbling - All Ages Welcome
Wed, Aug 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Learn how to tumble rocks, and watch our batches as they progress through the tumbling cycle all the way to gems.
Dungeons & Dragons - Tallyn's Reach Library
Thu, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Adventure awaits! Join our table and take part in the world's most popular tabletop roleplaying game!
Registration opens Thursday, August 6 2026 at 4:00pm
Nourish & Thrive - TRCC Recipe Remix
Thu, Aug 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Transform a Cookbook Club favorite into a health-conscious masterpiece! Join us to remix a popular recipe for better wellness without sacrificing flavor.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 21 2026 at 4:30pm
Animal City
Sat, Aug 22, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Join our PROS Rangers and help them build an Animal City! Learn how animals build their own homes and ecosystems then try it out yourself.
Registration opens Thursday, July 23 2026 at 12:00pm
Fiber Arts Community - For All Ages
Sat, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Fireplace Open Space
Connect with fellow fiber artists over two hours of creativity, conversation, and skill sharing.
Mature Living Truth - Emergency Preparation & Calling 911
Mon, Aug 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Learn the truth from the people who answer your 911 calls and the first responders who show up at your door.
Read to a Therapy Dog
Mon, Aug 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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. Registration begins on the 1st of each month.
Tallyn's Reach Library For All - For Adults
Tue, Aug 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Fireplace Open Space
A weekly, themed library experience for adults with I/DD and caregivers. Build literacy and life skills through group reading, writing, games, and community knowledge-sharing.
Mysteries with a Cup of Tea Bookclub - The Cereal Murders by Diane Mott Davidson
Fri, Aug 28, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Fireplace Open Space
A Cozy Mystery Book Club
Registration opens Wednesday, July 29 2026 at 12:00pm
Chess Club
Fri, Aug 28, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Stop in for some friendly games of chess! Beginners to masters are welcome. Chess sets are provided.
Dog Man Party
Sat, Aug 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
TBD
Monday Matinee - Gaslight
Mon, Aug 31, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Enjoy some of your favorite classic films with coffee and popcorn.
Tallyn's Reach Library For All - For Adults
Tue, Sep 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Fireplace Open Space
A weekly, themed library experience for adults with I/DD and caregivers. Build literacy and life skills through group reading, writing, games, and community knowledge-sharing.
Tallyn's Reach Cookbook Club - Fresh Off the Press
Tue, Sep 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Conference Room
Discover trending flavors from newly released cookbooks.
Registration opens Sunday, August 2 2026 at 4:00pm
Rock Tumbling - All Ages Welcome
Wed, Sep 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Learn how to tumble rocks, and watch our batches as they progress through the tumbling cycle all the way to gems.
Nourish & Thrive - DIY: Perfect Pizza Dough
Thu, Sep 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Knead your way to wellness! Master the art of homemade pizza dough from scratch under the tutelage of our expert team.
Registration opens Tuesday, August 4 2026 at 4:30pm
Wood Shop - Build Your Own
Fri, Sep 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Activity Room
Learn hands-on woodworking and build practical projects.
Registration opens Wednesday, August 5 2026 at 2:00pm
Cancelled
Tallyn's Reach Service Saturday - Volunteer Opportunity
Sat, Sep 05, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Event Portal Registration for Service Saturday
Cancelled
Tallyn's Reach Teen Advisory Group (TAG) - Volunteer Opportunity
Sat, Sep 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Help make teen voices heard at the library while earning volunteer hours! Eat snacks and make new friends too.
Tallyn's Reach Library For All - For Adults
Tue, Sep 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Fireplace Open Space
A weekly, themed library experience for adults with I/DD and caregivers. Build literacy and life skills through group reading, writing, games, and community knowledge-sharing.
Monthly Art Club: Blackout Poetry
Fri, Sep 11, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Activity Room
Make art and socialize at the library! Feel free to bring in any personal projects if you’d like to work on that instead.
Stop the Bleed - With Aurora Fire
Sat, Sep 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Fireplace Open Space
Learn life-saving skills that can make the difference in an emergency in this hands-on class
Registration opens Thursday, August 13 2026 at 11:00am
Tallyn's Reach Jigsaw Puzzle Competition - For Ages 9 and Up
Sat, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Teams of up to 4 race to complete 500-piece puzzles.
Tallyn's Reach Library For All - For Adults
Tue, Sep 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Tallyn's Reach Fireplace Open Space
A weekly, themed library experience for adults with I/DD and caregivers. Build literacy and life skills through group reading, writing, games, and community knowledge-sharing.
Tallyn's Reach Cookbook Club - Tried & True Treasures
Tue, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Conference Room
Classic cookbooks, time-tested recipes, and comforting culinary nostalgia.
Registration opens Sunday, August 16 2026 at 4:00pm
Rock Tumbling - All Ages Welcome
Wed, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Learn how to tumble rocks, and watch our batches as they progress through the tumbling cycle all the way to gems.
Nourish & Thrive - Chef Demo: Lemon Meringue Pie
Thu, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tallyn's Reach Full Community Room (Sides A & B)
Watch and learn as Chef Tom demonstrates the delicate art of the perfect lemon meringue pie. Master advanced techniques and enjoy a delicious sample!
Registration opens Tuesday, August 18 2026 at 4:30pm
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