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Abstract Painting Class
2026-08-04 16:00:00 2026-08-04 17:30:00 America/Denver Abstract Painting Class Join one of the educators from the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art for a colorful painting session inspired by the work of Mila Garcia, the exhibiting artist at Hoffman Heights Library. APL Hoffman Heights Library -

Tuesday, August 04
4:00pm - 5:30pm

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Join one of the educators from the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art for a colorful painting session inspired by the work of Mila Garcia, the exhibiting artist at Hoffman Heights Library.

AGE GROUP: | Young Children (0-5) | Tween (9-12) | Teens (12-18) | Older Adults | Children (6-11) | All Ages | Adults (21+) | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts Education | Arts and Crafts |

APL Hoffman Heights Library
Phone: 303.739.1572
Branch manager
Tessy Walker
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Mon, Jul 20 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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Wed, Jul 22 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jul 23 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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Sat, Jul 25 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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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

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Saturday Morning Puzzle Club
Sat, Jul 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoffman Heights Makerspace
Enjoy a quiet Saturday morning with tea and puzzles! Guests can work collaboratively or individually.
Beginner's Acrylic Painting
Sat, Jul 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoffman Heights Makerspace
Every Last Saturday, Follow step-by-step instructions and create a beautiful landscape.
Registration is now closed
Block of the Month
Mon, Jul 27, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Every month create a new quilt block! Participants are encouraged to bring their own machine. Ages 13+
Storytime - Hoffman
Tue, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play
Learn & Play - Hoffman
Tue, Jul 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
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, Jul 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! July: My Friends by Frederick Backman
The Dirt on Composting - Hoffman Marketplace
Wed, Jul 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Turn scraps into garden gold with Aurora Water, and then join Hoffman's farmers market!
Pressed Flower Bookmarks - Hoffman Marketplace
Wed, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Attend a community farmers market and make your own bookmarks out of beautiful flowers! While supplies last
Hoffman Marketplace
Wed, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Every last Wednesday May-August join APL and Rebel Marketplace for an after-hours local vendor market with fun activities!
Dino Storytime - Hoffman Marketplace
Wed, Jul 29, 6:15pm - 6:30pm
For children and their families, join us for a special storytime at the farmers market featuring the mighty beasts of Earth's past!
Freestyle Diamond Dots!
Thu, Jul 30, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Hoffman Heights Makerspace
Enjoy the Hoffman makerspace for a self-guided diamond dot craft!
Sewing Certification
Sat, Aug 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Hoffman Heights Makerspace
Learn to use a sewing machine safely so you can be certified to reserve one for independent use at Hoffman. Patrons need only attend this certification once.(Ages 15+)
This event is full
Storytime - Hoffman
Tue, Aug 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play
Learn & Play - Hoffman
Tue, Aug 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Following Storytime, join us for a freeform craft or activity during play group time, and connect with other parents and caregivers!
Abstract Painting Class
Tue, Aug 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join one of the educators from the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art for a colorful painting session inspired by the work of Mila Garcia, the exhibiting artist at Hoffman Heights Library.
Tech 101 - Computer Basics
Wed, Aug 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hoffman Heights Quiet Computer Lab
Learn the basics of computer use and navigation or improve your skills!
Lemonade Stand
Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoffman Heights Makerspace
Cool off from the summer sun with some fancy, fruity lemonade!
PJ Movie Night - Sonic 3
Fri, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Join a family-friendly movie night featuring "Sonic 3” (2024, PG). Free popcorn! PJs welcome but not required.
Stop the Bleed! - Aurora Fire Rescue
Sat, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Learn life-saving skills that can make the difference in an emergency in this hands-on class (Participants will receive official certification and a certificate upon completion). Ages 14+
LGBTQ+ Book Club - Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Sat, Aug 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hoffman Heights Makerspace
Read and discuss queer stories in a variety of genres! August's title: Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid.
Learn to Sew
Mon, Aug 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Learn a basic sewing craft with friends! Participants are encouraged to bring their own machine. Ages 13+
This event is full
Storytime - Hoffman
Tue, Aug 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play
Learn & Play - Hoffman
Tue, Aug 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Following Storytime, join us for a freeform craft or activity during play group time, and connect with other parents and caregivers!
Get Outside! - Finding Nature
Wed, Aug 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join other outdoor enthusiasts as we discuss how to find nature and get outside, no matter where you are! Plan to spend part of the program outside, so be prepared!
Get Outside! - Finding Nature
Wed, Aug 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Join other outdoor enthusiasts and discuss how to find nature and get outside, no matter where you are.
Teen Fiber Arts Club
Wed, Aug 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hoffman Heights Makerspace
Bring your knitting, crochet, cross stitch, any and all fiber and textile art for an after-school chillout hour! Introduction to knitting and crochet available for beginners.
Crafty Club
Fri, Aug 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Hang out after school and make new crafts every other week! Open to kids 6-11. This month:
Yarn 'n Yap
Sat, Aug 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Hoffman Heights Makerspace
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.
Sewing Certification
Mon, Aug 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Hoffman Heights Makerspace
Learn to use a sewing machine safely so you can be certified to reserve one for independent use at Hoffman. Patrons need only attend this certification once.(Ages 15+)
This event is full
Learn & Play - Hoffman
Tue, Aug 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Following Storytime, join us for a freeform craft or activity during play group time, and connect with other parents and caregivers!
Learn & Play - Hoffman
Tue, Aug 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Following Storytime, join us for a freeform craft or activity during play group time, and connect with other parents and caregivers!
Abstract Painting Class
Tue, Aug 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join one of the educators from the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art for a colorful painting session inspired by the work of Mila Garcia, the exhibiting artist at Hoffman Heights Library.
Teen Taste Test - S'mores Bar
Wed, Aug 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hoffman Heights Makerspace
Get creative with s'mores toppings like peanut butter, strawberries, caramel, and more!
Hot Wheels
Thu, Aug 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Race your car against other competitors, then enjoy free play time! First hour is the race, second hour is free play.
Let's Cook - Quick Pickling
Thu, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Learn how to add some crunch and spice to your summer harvest! All supplies provided.
Saturday Morning Puzzle Club
Sat, Aug 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoffman Heights Makerspace
Enjoy a quiet Saturday morning with tea and puzzles! Guests can work collaboratively or individually.
Block of the Month
Mon, Aug 24, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Every month create a new quilt block! Participants are encouraged to bring their own machine. Ages 13+
Learn & Play - Hoffman
Tue, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Following Storytime, join us for a freeform craft or activity during play group time, and connect with other parents and caregivers!
Learn & Play - Hoffman
Tue, Aug 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
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, Aug 25, 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! August: Under the Tulip Tree by Michelle Shocklee
Cancelled
Hoffman Marketplace - Mushroom Growing
Wed, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Join the Colorado Mycological Society to learn how you can grow your own mushrooms indoors!
Salt & Sugar Preservation - Hoffman Marketplace
Wed, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
At the marketplace, learn a quick and easy way to preserve fruit using salt and sugar!
Hoffman Marketplace
Wed, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Every last Wednesday May-August join APL and Rebel Marketplace for an after-hours local vendor market with fun activities!
Campfire Storytime - Hoffman Marketplace
Wed, Aug 26, 6:15pm - 6:30pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
For children and their families, join us for a special storytime at the market featuring camp stories and s'mores!
Intro to AI - For Teens!
Thu, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Learn the basics of AI. What it is, and how to use it responsibly. Ages 12-18
TOTS TUNES
Fri, Aug 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Come make some music and boogey to dance tunes! For ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Crafty Club
Fri, Aug 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Hang out after school and make new crafts every other week! Open to kids 6-11. This month:
Beginner's Acrylic Painting
Sat, Aug 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoffman Heights Makerspace
Every Last Saturday, Follow step-by-step instructions and create a beautiful landscape.
This event is full
Cancelled
Storytime + Learn & Play - Hoffman
Tue, Sep 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play
Cancelled
Storytime + Learn & Play - Hoffman
Tue, Sep 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play
Storytime + Learn & Play - Hoffman
Tue, Sep 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play
Tech 101 - Computer Basics
Wed, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hoffman Heights Quiet Computer Lab
Learn the basics of computer use and navigation or improve your skills!
Registration opens Monday, August 17 2026 at 3:00pm
Fire Extinguisher Training
Sat, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Join Aurora Fire to learn how to use an extinguisher with confidence!
Crafty Club
Fri, Sep 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room
Hang out after school and make new crafts every other week! Open to kids 6-11. This month:
Saturday Morning Puzzle Club
Sat, Sep 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoffman Heights Makerspace
Enjoy a quiet Saturday morning with tea and puzzles! Guests can work collaboratively or individually.
See all events