Free October Events at Anythink Huron Street Library!

Address: 9417 Huron St, Thornton, CO 80260
See All Events and Register Here on the Anythink Events Calendar

Kids Cafe
Mon-Thurs 3:30pm-4:30pm
Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for children ages 18 and younger, while supplies last.

Papel Picado
Tuesday, October 1st 4:00pm-4:45pm
Make your own papel picado or "punched paper" by cutting elaborate designs into sheets of colorful tissue paper. Have fun learning about this traditional Mexican folk art that dates back to the Aztecs. Appropriate for ages 6 and older. Supplies are limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register. Register each child who will be participating in the program.

Story Time
Thursday October 10, 24, and 31 10:00-10:30am
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and other fun activities perfect for preschoolers ages 3-5. No advanced registration necessary.

Music & Movement
Thursday October 10, 24, and 31 10:45-11:15am
Sing, dance, and play games! Appropriate for ages 3-6, but younger participants are welcome to attend. Parents and caretakers are encouraged to dance, too! No advanced registration necessary.
 

Dia de los Muertos Shrines
Tuesday, October 15 | 9:30-10:30 am (for children in grades K-2)
Tuesday, October 15 | 10:30-11:30 am (for children in grades 3-5)
Join Denver Botanic Gardens in a heartfelt and culturally rich art program dedicated to Dfa de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead. Create "nichos" (personalized shrines) to honor and celebrate the memories of departed loved ones. Bring a 4x6 photo of a loved one whose passed (family member, pet, or favorite artist) you would like to dedicate the nicho as well as some items from home that represent your loved ones. The nicho made will measure 10" x 7". Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register. Register each child who will be participating in the program.

Children's Art Program with BMoCA
Wednesday, October 16 | 1-2 pm
Make some art with the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art (BMoCA)! Young artists will make something creative using lots of different art materials during this interactive workshop inspired by the artists and artwork on display at BMoCA. What will inspire you and what will you create? Appropriate for ages 5 to 12. No advanced registration necessary.

Ballet Folklorico Workshop
Wednesday, October 16 | 3-4 pm
Learn basic steps of folkloric dances in a fun and interactive workshop with Ballet Folklorico Patria Mexicana. Appropriate for ages 5 to 8. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register. Register each child who will be participating in the program.

Harmonica Workshop
Thursday, October 17 | 1-1:45 pm
Discover a new form of self-exploration through the harmonica with Swallow Hill Music! Participants will be given a harmonica of their own and learn how to play two songs. Appropriate for ages 8 to 12. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register. Register each child who will be participating in the program.

Cooking for Kids
Monday, October 21 | 5-6 pm
Join us for a fun cooking program with Sticky Fingers Cooking. Make amazing Italian Biscotti di Ricotta", blueberry-lemon compote drizzle, and sparkling blueberry limonata. Appropriate for ages 5 to 12. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register. Register each child who will be participating in the program.
*All recipes offered by Sticky Fingers Cooking are nut-free.

Sugar Calaveritas for Toddlers and Kids
Tuesday, October 29 | 4-5 pm
Make and decorate sugar calaveritas, or sugar skulls, with vibrant colors and intricate designs. Sugar calaveritas are crafted for Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead, to honor and remember departed loved ones. Deeply rooted in Mexican culture, this tradition serves as a means of preserving heritage and fostering creativity. Appropriate for ages 2 and older. Supplies are limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register. Register each child who will be participating in the program.