THORNTON, Colo.–Nov. 23, 2010– This December, Anythink’s annual food drive begins Wednesday, Dec. 1, and runs all month long. Food from the Heart encourages Adams County residents and library customers to bring non-perishable food items to their local Anythink. All donations will go to Adams County Food Distribution for distribution to local families. While you’re giving back to your community, help us give back to you by enjoying one of our fabulous programs in December.Special Programs
Creating Photo Gifts with Snapfish
Tuesday, Dec. 7, 7 pm
Looking for a great holiday gift idea? Learn how to create photo gifts such as calendars, books, and mugs using online retailer Snapfish. Feel free to bring a flash drive or CD of photos to get started with your project. Participants will learn how to set up a free Snapfish account, add photos, and order gifts. Basic Internet skills and email account required.
Gifts From the Heart
Saturday, Dec. 11, 11 am-2 pm
Everyone is invited to make gifts for loved ones for the 2010 holiday season – snowball-shaped soaps and wire art projects, plus instructions on how to make mulled spice sachets for mulling your own bottle of wine or cider. It’s sure to be a cozy and fun holiday experience.
Children’s Programs
Family Story Times
Wednesdays, Dec. 1, 8 & 15, 6-6:30 pm and Saturdays, Dec. 4 & 18, 10 am
Have lots of fun with rhymes and stories for the whole family. Open to all ages.
Anythink Afternoons For Kids
Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30 pm
Each week features another activity for school-aged kids. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Dec. 1 On Your Own Loom – Learn how to weave on a handmade loom. You will learn the basics to design your own items, including a set of coasters. Participants are welcome to bring their own yarn for more color choices. Appropriate for students grades 4-6.
Dec. 8 Puzzle Frames – We’ll use recycled puzzles to create one-of-a-kind frames perfect for telling someone “you love them to pieces.” Appropriate for students grades k-3.
Dec. 15 Puzzle Frames – We’ll use recycled puzzles to create one-of-a-kind frames perfect for telling someone “you love them to pieces.” Appropriate for students grades 4-6.
Baby Bounce
Mondays, Dec. 6 & 13, 9:45 am-10:05 am
Share time with your little one at your local Anythink with songs, rhymes, and stories for babies and their caregivers. Appropriate for ages birth-23 months. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Prime Time for Preschoolers
Mondays, Dec 6 & 13, 10:15-10:45 & 11-11:30 am
Enjoy stories, finger plays, songs, and other fun activities just for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Toddler Tales
Tuesdays, Dec. 7 & 14, 10-10:20 am
Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs, and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Music and Movement
Tuesdays, Dec. 7 & 14, 10:30-11 am
Sing, dance, play games and learn how to play some basic instruments. Appropriate for kids ages 3-6. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Teen Programs
Game Night
Thursday, Dec.2 & Dec. 16 6-7:30 pm
Play Wii, XBOX 360, and board games. Appropriate for students grades 6-12.
Teen Book Club
Tuesday, Dec. 7, 4-5 pm
Bring books you've read and share them with your peers. Appropriate for students grades 6-12.
Movie Night
Thursday, Dec. 9, 6-7:30 pm
Have a movie night with friends at the library. Appropriate for students grades 8-12.
Teen Advisory Board
Tuesday, Dec. 14, 4-5 pm
What types of teen programming would you like to see at your local Anythink? Come and voice your opinion about the library. Appropriate for students grades 6-12.
Tween Time
Wednesdays, Dec. 1, 8 & 15, 3-5 pm
Something new and exciting for tweens every week. Appropriate for students grades 6-8.
Adult Programs
Wright Farms Readers - AM
Tuesday, Dec. 21, 9:30 am
Please join us to discuss Shanghai Girls by Lisa See. Refreshments will be served.
Wright Farms Readers - PM
Wednesday, Dec. 15, 7 pm
Please join us to discuss Touching the Clouds by Bonnie Leon. Refreshments will be served.
Tech Programs
Connect! - Email 101
Wednesday, Dec. 1, 10 am
Email allows you connect with friends, family, and employers with the click of a button. No postage necessary! Participants will learn how to set up a free email account with Gmail and get started sending and receiving emails. Basic computer skills required.
Good Times with Goodreads
Tuesday, Dec. 14,7 pm
Social networking for booklovers! See book recommendations from friends and strangers, make lists of books you want to read, rate and review the books you’ve already read, and even join the Anythink discussion group. Participants will learn how to set up a free Goodreads account, add books, find friends, and use other features. Basic Internet skills and email account required.
All events are free and open to the public. For more information, please call Anythink Wright Farms at 303-405-3200; visit the library at 5877 E. 120th Ave., Thornton, CO 80602; or go to anythinklibraries.org.
About AnythinkTM
Anythink is a new style of library – a place of unlimited imagination, where play inspires creativity and lifelong learning. Rangeview Library District serves the residents of Adams County with seven Anythink libraries and Anythink in Motion – the district’s mobile library. Construction and renovations are underway on two existing libraries scheduled to open in 2011. For more information, go to anythinklibraries.org.
