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Summer Learning Program

Issue 6 / May-July 2018

What ’s InsideSummer Learning Program

APL Happenings: insights and

thoughts from library staff

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Monthly and Recurring Programs

SUMMER LEARNING PROGRAMREADINGROCKSSummer Learning is here – and we can’t wait to start the fun! Join us for these rockin’ programs, starting with our kick-off parties:

FAMILY DANCE PARTY• Friday, June 1, 11 a.m. CEN • Friday, June 1, 3 p.m. HOF

THE READLES - LIVE AT THE LIBRARY • Friday, June 1, 11 a.m. MVL

RHYMES AND BEATBOX WITH MR. KNEEL Y • Saturday, June 2, 11 a.m. TLR

READING ROCKS CONCERT!Thursday, June 28, 6:30 p.m., Aurora Municipal Center Great LawnBring your parents and friends to spend the evening with Mr. Majestyk’s 8-Track Revival, an epic classic rock tribute band. Have a picnic dinner, enjoy crafts with library staff and “Rock On!”

CRAFTING ROCKS!*Check out our special crafts we created just for the Summer Learning Program! Registration is required for all programs and are on Tuesdays, 3 p.m.

CEN MLK HOF ILF MVL TLR Popsicle Stick HarmonicasJuly 3 July 10 July 17 June 5 July 24 July 31DIY HarpsJune 26 July 3 July 10 July 31 July 17 July 24Recycled CD Button SnailsJune 12 June 19 July 17 July 3 July 10Rattle Drums June 5 June 12 June 19 July 10 June 26 July 3DIY Maracas

July 3 June 19 June 26Thumb PianosJuly 31 June 5 June 12Beaded Bell BraceletsJuly 17 July 31 June 19 June 5 June 12Fossil CastJuly 10 June 12 July 31Kinetic Sand with Dinosaurs

July 17 July 24 June 5Ribbon DancersJuly 24 July 31 June 5 June 26 June 12 June 19Trolls MicrophoneJune 19 June 26 July 3 July 24 July 10 July 17

TURBO THURSDAYS Y Thursdays, 2 p.m. MLK Starting June 7, rev it up every Thursday with a different fun active experience. Musical crafts will be on the menu with a different

activity every Thursday.

AURORA CRAFT BREW TOUR May 1 - Oct. 31, participating locations $ 21 and olderExplore Aurora and its exciting craft brews scene during our third annual Aurora Craft Brews Tour! Visit participating locations between May 1 and Oct. 31, make a purchase and have a brewery staff member stamp your passport. Make your way to five participating breweries to receive a commemorative glass; visit all nine to receive a glass growler! Each month we will be hosting a fun event at a participating brewery. Attend these special events to receive a bonus prize! Glasses and growlers are available while supplies last at all Aurora Public Library locations through Nov. 7. Passports are available at all Aurora Public Library locations, online at AuroraLibrary.org and at participating locations.

DISNEY TRIVIA @ LAUNCH PAD BREWERYWednesday, May 16, 7 p.m. $ 21 and olderLaunch Pad Brewery, 884 S. Buckley Rd.Put on your glass slippers, grab your guardian spirit and join us at Launch Pad Brewery for Disney Trivia! The top team will win a fabulous prize!

CRAFT NIGHT @ PEAK TO PEAK TAP & BREW Monday, May 21, 7:30 p.m. $ 21 and olderPeak to Peak Tap & Brew, 16701 E. Iliff Ave.Ready for a Pinterest-inspired evening at Peak to Peak Tap & Brew? Join us for our Aurora Craft Brews Tour event as we create several fun and easy crafts.

BOOK SCENE @ CHELUNA BREWING CO. * Sunday, June 10, 3:30 p.m. $ 21 and olderCheluna Brewing Co, 2501 Dallas St.Change your scene! Explore different literary genres as we travel around the Aurora/Denver area for this themed book club. This quarter, we’ll be visiting the Cheluna Brewing Co. for a tour and a discussion of international literature.

ADULT SPELLING BEE @ URSULA BREWERYTuesday, July 31, 6:30 p.m. $ 21 and older Ursula Brewery, 2101 N. Ursula St.Were you the spelling bee champ in third grade? Think you can be the Adult Spelling Bee champ? Join us for an evening of fun as we test your spelling skills. The champ will win a great prize (and bragging rights) during our Aurora Crafts Brew Tour.

#OUTSIDETHELIBRARY #INTHECOMMUNITYAPL @ SOUTHLANDS FARMERS MARKETSaturdays, May 12-Sept. 29 (except June 16), 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Southlands Town Square YPicking up produce from your local farmers market? Find your next great read while you’re there! Our Info2Go mobile library will be at the Southlands Farmers Market every Saturday this summer to check out books, register families for the Summer Learning Program and share information about all the exciting things happening at your library!

APL @ STANLEYFridays, May 18–Sept. 14, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.Stanley Marketplace, 2501 Dallas St. YAurora Public Library is coming to Stanley Marketplace! Sign up for a library card, discover your next great read at our mobile library and find out about all the exciting things happening at your library!1

SUMMER IN THE CITY 11 a.m.-2 p.m. YCome out for some fun in the sun! Visit our Info2Go mobile branch for fun activities and crafts, to sign up for the Summer Learning Program and check out books or just read in the shade. There will also be inflatables, fields games and healthy snacks from the city of Aurora Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department.• Friday, June 1 - Aurora Municipal Center Great Lawn• Wednesday, June 6, 13 - Del Mar Park• Wednesday, June 20, 27 - Montview Park• Wednesday, June 27 - Montview Park• Wednesday, July 11 - Mission Viejo Park• Wednesday, July 20 - Aurora Municipal Center Great Lawn• Friday, August 1 - Mission Viejo Park

PURRFECT READING BUDDY* Saturdays, May 26, June 23, and July 21 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Aurora Animal Shelter, 15750 E. 32nd Ave. %Kids practice their reading skills while providing enrichment for cats waiting for their forever homes at the Aurora Animal Shelter. 30-minute intervals. First grade and older. Visit AuroraLibrary.org or call 303.739.6589 to register.

STORYWALK® GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION Saturday, May 5, 10 a.m.Side Creek Park, 19001 E. Colorado Drive YIt’s a celebration! Aurora Public Library and Aurora Parks, Recreation and Open Space are excited to announce the grand opening of our StoryWalk®. Families enjoy a morning of games, crafts, prizes, cake, crafts and loads of fun!

A StoryWalk® is a way for families to get outside on an accesible walking trail while stopping along the trail to read a children’s illustrated book. Enjoy a new StoryWalk® every month at Side Creek.

StoryWalk® schedule: Upcoming books and storytimes at Side Creek ParkStorytimes are at 10 a.m. • May 25: “The Wall” premieres• June 1: “Zin! Zin! Zin! a Violin” premieres• June 4: Librarian-led StoryWalk® storytime• June 29: “The Flag We Love” premieres• July 2: Librarian-led StoryWalk® storytime• July 6: “The Drum: a Folktale From India” premieres• July 16: Librarian-led Storywalk® storytime

BOOK CLUBS Books at the Bar*Saturdays, 1 p.m. $Sat, May 26 • June 23 • July 21Meet up at a local brewery for lively discussions on popular and contemporary literature. Register online and we’ll contact you via email with the title of the next book as well as the location of that month’s brewery.

Comic Book Club Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m. CEN (Ages 16+)May 16 • Jun 20 • July 18 You never have to outgrow comics! This is the perfect club for those who appreciate the mature and dynamic storytelling that only comics can bring.

Cookbook Book Club* Saturdays, 11 a.m. TLR $May 12 • July 7Every month choose and cook a different recipe from a select-ed cookbook. Bring in a sample and discuss your cookery with other chefs.

Daytime BookLovers Book Club Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. CEN $May 16: “The Light we Lost” by Jill SantopoloJune 20: “The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane” by Lisa SeeJuly 18: “The Last Midwife” by Sandra Dallas

Family Cookbook Book Club* Saturday, July 14 • 11 a.m. TLR $Choose and cook a different recipe from a selected cookbook. Bring in a sample and discuss your cookery with other chefs. This program is designed for young chefs and their families.

International Reading Club Saturdays, 3 p.m. MLK $June 2 • June 30, July 28Read and discuss a short story set in a different region of the world and enjoy a sampling of delicacies from that region. We will read the short story together and enjoy snacks from the region while we discuss it.

Non-Fiction Book Club Tuesdays, 1 p.m. CEN $• May 1: “The Kellogs” by Howard Markel• June 5 : “Thinking in Pictures” by Temple Grandin• July 3: “Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid” by Bill Bryson

Teen Book Club Thursdays 4:30 p.m.Don’t worry: You won’t be graded on it. This book club is run by teens, for teens. Enjoy the opportunity to talk about new or popular books with other teens who share your interests. MVL b • May 3: “Wonder” by R.J. Palacio • June 7: “The False Prince” by Jennifer Nielsen • July 5: “Steelheart” by Brandon Sanderson TLR b • May 24: “Simon vs. the Homosapien Agenda” by Becky Albertalli • June 28: “Love, Simon” by Becky Albertalli • July 26: “Wonder” by R.J. Palacio 2

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RECURRING PROGRAMS: FAMILYBuild- It- Fridays* Fridays, 3 p.m. MLK YUse your imagination to engineer different buildings, cars or whatever you can imagine. We will use different materials every week for you to build with.

Chicken Foot Summer League* Wednesdays, 3 p.m. Beginning May 30 MLK YTry your hand at our friendly competition of double-twelve dominoes.

RECURRING PROGRAMS: CHILDREN LEGO Club Wednesdays, 4 p.m. TLR %Join us each week and use your imagination to engineer different buildings, cars or whatever you can imagine.

LEGO Club* 4 p.m. CEN %May 8 • June 14 • July 12We supply the LEGO blocks, you bring the creativity! Use your imagination to build something based on the month’s theme.

Reading Buddies Wednesdays (May only), 4-6 p.m. CEN %Little buddies in kindergarten through third grade may spend up to

30 minutes engaged in reading, writing and literacy activities with a volunteer or librarian.

PAWS for Reading* Saturdays, 10 a.m. MVL %May 5, 12 • June 2, 9 • July 7, 14Improve your reading skills by reading to Harvey the dog! Harvey loves listening to stories! Call 303.326.8600 to register.

Reading Tutoring, Elementary School Students Saturdays 10:15 a.m. MLK %Trained volunteers work with elementary school students to improve reading skills. Supported by Children’s Literacy Center, Colorado Springs. Registration required at 719.471.8672

RECURRING PROGRAMS: 4-8 GRADERSKids Write Tuesdays, 4 p.m. CEN &May 22 • June 26 • July 24Come get creative with fun writing prompts and games!

Boys ClubFridays, 5 p.m. CEN &Play games, learn life skills and meet new friends! Snacks provided.

Chess Club Fridays, 4:30 p.m. TLR &Ready to put your skills to the test? Join other chess lovers for friendly competitions to improve your game. Beginners will also get a chance to learn how to play.

WEEKLY STORYTIMESAGES TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYBaby (0-23 months) CEN 10 a.m.

TLR 10:30 a.m. MVL 10:30 a.m.

Baby Dance (0-3 years) MVL 10:30 a.m. CEN 10 a.m.Toddler (2-3 years) CEN 11 a.m. CEN 11 a.m. TLR 10:30 a.m. Preschool HOF 10:30 a.m.

ILF 10:30 a.m. CEN 10 a.m. TLR 10:30 a.m.

ILF 10:30 a.m.

All Ages (0-7 years) MLK 10:30 a.m. MVL 10 a.m. MVL 10 a.m. CEN 11 a.m.

We recommend arriving early for storytime; admittance is on a first-come, first-served basis. Caregivers must be present, as storytimes are designed to be interactive between child and adult.

Storytimes will be taking a break in August. Regular storytimes will resume on Sept. 1SPECIAL MONTHLY STORYTIMES PLACE WHEN TIMEAnimal Storytime TLR Wednesday, July 25 • Friday, July 27 10:30 a.m.Baby Play Group (0-23 months) TLR Tuesdays 11 a.m.Crafty Kids (2-5 years) TLR Thursdays, May 10, 24 • June 14, 28 • July 12,

2610:30 a.m.

Early Literacy Activities (2-5 years) TLR Wednesdays, Fridays 11 a.m.Musical Storytimes TLR Wednesday, July 11 • Friday, July 13 10:30 a.m.Play-Doh Playtime (2-5 years) CEN Fridays, May 4 • July 6 11 a.m.Cuentacuentos bilingũe/English-Spanish Storytime (All ages) CEN

TLR HOF

Fridays, June 15 • July 20Wednesday, May 2 • Friday, May 4Wednesdays

11 a.m.10:30 a.m.10:30 a.m.

Sensory Storytime (3-10 years) • Designed for children who have Autism Spectrum Disorder or other developmental disabilities

CEN Saturdays, June 2 • July 7 11 a.m.

STEM Storytime (2-5 years) TLR Wednesdays, June 6, 8 10:30 a.m.Stories with APD (2-5 years) TLR Wednesday, June 13 • Friday, June 15 10:30 a.m. Tots Tunes (2-5 years) TLR Thursdays, May 3, 17, 31 • June 7, 21 • July 5, 19 10:30 a.m.

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Code Club* Tuesdays, 5 p.m. MVL &May 15 • June 5, 19 • July 10, 24Learn about basic coding concepts like variables, loops and if/then statements by playing fun flash games! These are introductory lessons intended for first-time young coders. No need to register if bringing own laptop. TGI Fridays Fridays, 4:30 p.m. MVL &Lego Club • May 25 • June 22 • July 27Perler Bead Club • May 11 • June 8 • July 13Nintendo Club • May 4, 18 • June 15 • July 6, 20Tween STEAM 4 p.m. ILF &May 16 • June 20 • July 18Come create a science-based craft and learn something new in the process! All ages welcome, but younger children will require help.

RECURRING PROGRAMS: 6-12 GRADERSTeens Write Wednesdays, 4 p.m. ILF bMay 9 • June 13 • July 11Anime Club Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m. MVL bMay 2, 16, 30 • June 6, 20 • Jul 18Dungeons and Dragons Thursdays, 4:30 p.m. MVL bMay 17 • June 21 • July 19Dust off your D20s and join us for some Teen D&D. Expect beginner-level tabletop role-playing, a bit of chaos and a lot of laughter. Campaigns will usually be one-shots that last one hour. Newcomers are always welcome! Tabletop Gaming Club Learn to play popular games like Settlers of Catan, Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes, Zombie Fluxx and more. Bring your friends! Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m. MVL b May 9, 23 • June 13, 27 • July 11, 25 Saturdays, 3 p.m. ILF bMay 5, 19 • June 2, 16 • July 7, 21Teen Advisory GroupPLACE DATES TIMES CEN May 24 • June 28 • July 26 4 p.m. MVL May 10, 24 • June 14, 28 • July 12, 26 4:30 p.m. TLR May 3, 17 • June 7, 21 • July5, 19 4:30 p.m.

Volunteer Teen Book ReviewerEarn two hours of volunteer time for each approved review you submit. Your reviews will be published on the Aurora Public Library blog and posted in the library. Contact LibraryOutreach@AuroraGov.org for more information.

RECURRING PROGRAMS: ADULTSWorldbuilders* Saturdays, 3-4 p.m. CEN (Ages 16 +)May 26 • June 30 • July 28Do you love the worlds of Middle-earth, Hogwarts, Skyrim, Pandora and Arrakis? Join us to talk about them and create worlds of your own!Adult Art-ing Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.May 1, 15 • June 5, 19 • July 3, 17 HOF $

Adult Coloring Zone Saturdays, 3 p.m. ILF $May 12 • June 9 • July 14

Saturdays, 11 a.m. MLK $May 5 • June 2 • July 7

Adult Sewing Lab Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. May 9, 23 • June 13, 27 • July 11, 25 HOF $Sewing Lab Projects - Chair Upholstery Fridays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., May 4, 18 • June 1, 22 HOF $Join us as we finish our recovering old chairs project. Trouble shoot your own upholstery projects and enjoy the comradery that can only come from pulling out countless staples together!

Sewing Lab Projects – Quilts 11 a.m. -1 p.m., July 6, 20 • Aug. 17, 31 • Sept. 7, 21 HOF $Learn the basics of quilting or bring your own project to share and work on during our new Sewing Lab Project series. We will start on a small lap quilt and work through each phase until completion!

Coffee, Crafts & Coloring Saturdays, 10 a.m. - noon, May 19, June 16, July, 21 MVL $Do you have an unfinished craft project in a drawer or closet? Join us for crafting, coffee and conversation and we’ll work together to get our projects done. For non-crafters, we also have a great collection of colored pencils, markers and coloring sheets to help you destress with coffee and conversation.

Nutrition & Cooking Classes*Tuesdays, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CEN $June 26 – August 21 A fun and interactive 9-week program to learn about health eating and cooking for less, planning meals, saving money at the grocery store, keeping food safe and being active. This program is for expectant mothers or mothers of young children and is funded by the USDA’s expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program. Provided in conjunction with Colorado State University Extension. Registration is required at 720.220.8038.

Into the UnknownThursdays, 6 p.m. CEN $May 17, June 21, July 19 Does the strange and unknown fascinate you? Then, this is the group for you. Join us as we discuss a new subject every month that has to do with the strange and unknown. From cryptozoology to UFOS to the paranormal, we’ve got you covered.

Diabetes Self-Management* Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m. MVL $June 6, 13, 20, 27Learning about diabetes treatment options and the skills needed for self-care can be difficult. Join these classes provided by Tri-County Health Department and learn how to take control of your health today! Registration is required.

COMPUTER CLASSESOne-on-One Job Help 11 a.m. MLK $ Tuesdays, 11a.m. & noonA one-on-one session for guidance with any and all aspects of the job hunt. Topics can include building a resume and cover letter, searching for jobs online and interview prep. Other topics available by request. 4

APL HAPPENINGS: Discover your Roots @YourLibrary By Christine Johnson, North Region SupervisorI remember going to my local public library as a child and being so excited to check out books and sign up for the summer reading program. Back then, we didn’t really get prizes but we did get our names on the bulletin board. That was before the Internet though and now things have changed. I’ve been a librarian for about 15 years and I started out as a Children’s Librarian at the big Denver Public Library. It seemed like a dream come true to be able to do storytime and help children and their caregivers find books! Now I’m a supervisor and I spend my time doing schedules and time sheets, but I am making time to still do storytimes and hang out with children to remind myself of why I became a librarian. I remember the wonder I felt as a child when there was a new book that I hadn’t read yet and I try to instill that wonder when I’m interacting with children. I love to visit schools, do storytime for all ages and sign the children up for library cards. They still get excited! I work in the North Region and many people come to the library to look for a job, learn how to use a computer, learn how to sew (yes, we have a sewing lab!) and just have a safe place to hang out. It can be difficult to see people struggling, but also rewarding to have someone come back to tell me that they found a job because of the help they received at the library. Libraries do matter, they are relevant…just in a different way than in the past. These days you can even do yoga with a kitten!

APL HAPPENINGS: Coming soon ... Discovery Kits! Keep an eye out for Discovery Kits coming to your local branch in the coming months! Discovery Kits will have both storytime and STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) themes. Each kit will include activities, books and a parent guide for suggestions on how to use the materials. The kits can be checked out and taken home. Get excited for these fun Discovery Kits - we sure are!5

Legal Self-Help Clinics Tuesdays, 3:30- 5 p.m. CEN $May 1 • June 5 • July 3 A FREE legal clinic for people who have no attorney, via computer link. Volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help fill out forms and explain the process and procedure for the legal issues in the areas of family law, civil litigation, property law, probate law, collections, appeals, landlord-tenant law, veteran’s benefits and civil protection orders. Tech Question Thursdays* Thursdays 2-4 p.m. HOF $Is your computer not working the way it used to? Want to download eBooks to your tablet but don’t know where to start? We’re here to help! Call ahead to ensure availability. One-on-One Computer Tutoring $ PLACE WHEN TIME CEN Call 303.739.6630 to reserve a session MLK May 10, 24 • June 14, 28 • July 12, 26 10:30 & 11:15 a.m. HOF Second and fourth Tuesdays

Call 303.739.1572 to reserve a session11 & 11:45 a.m.

MVL May 1, 8, 22, 29 • June 12, 26 • July 3, 31Call 303.326.8600 to reserve a session

5 & 6 p.m.

ILF Call 303.739.1567 to reserve a session TLR Call 303.326.3050 to reserve a session

PROGRAMS FOR NEW AMERICANSEnglish Conversation GroupWed. 6:30-8 p.m. • Thur. 10-11 a.m. • Fri. 4-5:30 p.m. CEN $Practice speaking English in a group with native English speakers. TERRA4th Thursday/month, 6 p.m., May 24 • June 28 • July 26 CEN $Program designed to connect immigrants with educational, legal, medical, financial resources and job opportunities. Free immigration legal aid.

PROGRAMAS EN ESPAÑOLConversación en inglés CEN $Miércoles 6:30-8 p.m. • Jueves 10-11 a.m. • Viernes 4-5:30 p.m. ¿Lee, escribe y entiende inglés pero no lo habla? Practique su inglés con nosotros.La Entrevista de CiudadaníaJueves 6 p.m. CEN $31 de may • 14 de junio • 12 de julioObtenga información sobre cómo, dónde y quien le puede ayudar a solicitar su ciudadanía y como evitar fraudes. Practique la entrevista con nosotros. TERRA4to jueves de cada mes, 6 p.m. CEN $24 de mayo • 28 de junio • 26 de julioPrograma diseñado para inmigrantes donde ofrecemos recursos comunitarios y abogados de inmigración para dar asesoría gratuita e información sobre cómo certificar títulos universitarios en los EE.UU. obtenidos en otros países.Clases de Nutrición Martes, 10 - 11:30 a.m. CEN $Del 26 de junio al 21 de agostoUn programa divertido e interactivo de 9 semanas para aprender a alimentarse saludablemente, planear comidas, ahorrar dinero en la tienda, mantener los alimentos en buen estado y mantenerse activo. Para mujeres

embarazadas y madres de niños pequeños. Se requiere inscribirse. Llame al 720.220.8038.

The Music of Frank Sinatra Saturday, May 12 1 p.m. MVL $He was so famous, he had two nicknames. Call him Ol’ Blue Eyes or The Chairman of the Board, but it’s safe to say there will never be anyone else like Frank Sinatra. In this Active Minds program, we’ll dig into Sinatra’s huge song bag and hear once again those inimitable vocal stylings. Along the way, we’ll explore his tumultuous life.

May

TUESDAY 1May-bee Monsters 4 p.m. ILF YGoogly eyes and trails of yarn - come make your own delightfully adorable monsters!

WEDNESDAY 2 Create - Potted Plants* 4 p.m. HOF %Welcome spring by planting your own potted plant. We will talk about what makes a plant grow and how to care for our new plants.

Kool-Aid Lip Gloss 4 p.m. MLK b

SATURDAY 19Family Bingo 3 p.m. TLR YFamily Craft3 p.m. MLK Y

TUESDAY 22The Empire State and Big Apple: Online Resources for New York Genealogists 1:30 p.m. CEN $Hosted by the Aurora Genealogical Society. Presented by Jen Baldwin, certified genealogist.

WEDNESDAY 23Cookies and Coloring 4 p.m. ILF YCheese Making 101* 5:30 p.m. CEN $Join Caramel Apple Farms for an evening of learning the basics of home cheese making and learn how you can start making cheese in your own kitchen at home.

THURSDAY 24Create - Spray Paint Art* 4:30 p.m. CEN $Decorating your home can be easy! Create a small spray paint work of art.

WEDNESDAY 30Money Matters: Entry-Level Wages* 4 p.m. CEN $For newly independent adults, learn how to manage your expense on an entry-level wage.

THURSDAY 3Kid’s Sewing Lab - Mother’s Day Sachets* 4 p.m. HOF %

SATURDAY 5Community Garden10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. TLR %Bring your seeds or seedlings along with your green thumb to add your own plants to our community garden.

WEDNESDAY 9Teddy Bear Picnic 10 a.m. CEN JJoin us out on the Great Lawn for a special storytime! Bring a snack and your favorite stuffed animal. This will take the place of our regularly scheduled Preschool Storytime. The event will be held indoors in case of inclement weather.

THURSDAY 10Mother’s Day Craft 4 p.m. MLK %Craft It! Mini Canvas Magnets* 4 p.m. CEN %These will make great gifts for mom on Mother’s Day!Create-Not Your Grandma’s Cross Stitch 4 p.m. CEN $Learn basic cross stitching techniques in this informal Create session. Included will be templates for beginner skill levels.

FRIDAY 11Create - Mother’s Day Bath Bombs* 4 p.m. HOF &Learn some relaxing and luxurious household chemistry that makes a great gift!

SATURDAY 12Writer’s Workshop* 1 p.m. TLR $Talk with other aspiring writers and workshop your own creations.Mother’s Day: Cards and Cookies* 2 p.m. TLR %Make a personalized Mother’s Day card to accompany a cookie you decorate for mom!Mother’s Day: Origami Flowers* 3 p.m. MVL &

MONDAY 14Discover Your Roots: Intro to Genealogy 6 p.m. TLR $Learn how to begin your search into your past.

THURSDAY 17Kid’s Sewing Lab – Headbands* 4 p.m. HOF &

KEY:Y = All agesJ = Preschool% = K-5th Grade

& = 4th-8th Gradeb = 6th-12th Grade$ = Adults

Cosplay Camp* May 22-23, 3 p.m. HOF May 24-25, 3 p.m., ILF (8th Grade - Adult)Come to Cosplay Camp to work on your costume for Comic-Con –or any number of other events! The first two days will focus on patterns, sewing and alterations at the Hoffman Library. The second half of the week will focus on props and the creation of non-fabric items at Iliff Library. Come for this exciting cross-library fun and community! Please note: this is a single 4-day event that meets at two locations.

*Registration required. Register online at AuroraLibrary.org

Attention D.U.G. ParticipantsPick up your plants during the week of May 14. Call 303.739.6630 for pickup times.

Aurora Mini-Con Saturday, May 12 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. CEN YCelebrate comics, cosplay and everything popculture! Join us for a family-friendly day of superhero crafts, amazing costumes, panels and more! For a full schedule of activities, panels and special guests visit AuroraLibrary.org or call 303.739.6583 6

June

TUESDAY 5The Art of Observation with the Denver Zoo* 11 a.m. HOF YJoin us in welcoming the Denver Zoo and some fantastic animals! We will be observing and drawing the beautiful beasties that the zoo brings. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves and get artsy while learning about these exciting wild friends!

WEDNESDAY 6June’s Jellyfish 4 p.m. ILF %Create fabulous sea creatures!

THURSDAY 7Create - Magic Bottles 4 p.m. HOF %

Make some sparkly beautiful chemistry to put into an equally beautiful bottle.

Family Game Night 6 p.m. CEN Y

THURSDAY 14Create - Solar Oven S’Mores 4 p.m. HOF %

Just Dance Tournament* 6 p.m. MVL bDance ‘til you drop at this special after-hours event for teens. Permission slips are required to attend. The doors will lock at 6 p.m. so come early.

SATURDAY 16Father’s Day: Dads Rock!* 2 p.m. TLR %Celebrate Dad by creating musical instruments and jamming out!

TUESDAY 19Create-Sheet Music Wreaths 4 p.m. CEN $Use sheet music to create fashionable wreaths!

FRIDAY 8Zooperheroes with the Denver Zoo 10:30 a.m. CEN %Spiderman and Ironman have nothing on these amazing ZOOper heroes. Learn about Denver Zoo animals that have fantastic adaptations that help them survive the perils of the natural world. Teen Just Dance* 4 p.m. TLR b Show off your moves at our event!

SATURDAY 9Save Money and Cut the Cord 101 1 p.m. MVL $Guest speaker James Gifford examines how the world of internet-based entertainment can replace your cable and phone service for a fraction of the price and give you more choices.

WEDNESDAY 13Movin’ and Groovin’ with the Denver Zoo* 10:30 a.m. MLK JMeet and touch live small animals that move in various ways. Listen to a fun and engaging story about how animals move.Coding Party – <Bold> Beats 11 a.m. MLK & bWhere your love of music meets science and technology. We’ll explore Google’s Made with Code music projects and write code to lay down beats and create musical visuals. Bad Ties for Dads 3 p.m. MVL YDecorate paper ties with the craziest and most unfashionable patterns you can imagine just in time for Father’s Day.Water Sponge Battle 4 p.m. CEN %Join us at the Aurora Central Library on the Great Lawn for an epic Water Sponge Battle! Bring a towel and clothes you don’t mind getting a little (or a lot!) wet.

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Classical Piano Concert with Ammiel Bushakevitz*Friday June 87 p.m. CEN b $Enjoy an evening of music performed by world-renowned pianist Ammiel Bushakevitz.An Edison Fellow of the British Library in London and award-winning musician who has performed around the world, Ammiel Bushakevitz will come to Aurora to perform an exclusive concert. Space is limited.

*Registration required. Register online at AuroraLibrary.org

We’re Hatching Ducks!Join us for an “egg-citing” STEM program at the library! We’re incubating eggs and learning all about the embryology of ducklings with 4-H.

• Tuesdays, 4 p.m.May 29 • June 12, 19 MVL Y• Wednesdays, 4 p.m.May 30 • June 13, 20 HOF Y

Make Music Day on the Plaza Thursday, June 212 p.m. MLK YFriday, June 2210:30 a.m. TLR YFriday, July 64 p.m. CEN Y

Koffi Togo presents an interactive and entertaining workshop using a variety of African drums, songs, dance and fun!

KEY:Y = All agesJ = Preschool% = K-5th Grade

& = 4th-8th Gradeb = 6th-12th Grade$ = Adults

*Registration required

WEDNESDAY 20Warrior Goddess Yoga* 3 p.m. CEN %The perfect program for a mommy-and-me date! We’ll read “I Am a Warrior Goddess” and discover our warrior spirits through beginner yoga poses, empowering music and a dance party! Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel.

THURSDAY 21Sunpaper Discovery 4 p.m. HOF %Catch some rays and learn about UV rays while creating art with UV sensitive paper.

FRIDAY 22Libraries Rock with Bradley Weaver 10:30 a.m. MVL YHear and learn about various instruments such as the acoustic guitar, resonator, ukulele, harmonica, and autoharp. Computer Guts* 4 p.m. HOF &Learn the purpose of each piece of hardware inside a computer as you take apart a computer and put it back together again.

Create - Weaving Loom* 4:30 p.m. CEN $Join us for the beginning of a two-part workshop on weaving! Create a low-cost frame lap loom and explore this traditional method of textile production.

FRIDAY 29Computer Guts 4 p.m. ILF %Learn the purpose of each piece of hardware inside a computer as you take apart a computer and put it back together again. Traveling Sewing Lab - Capes and Tutus* 4:30 p.m. MVL & bCreate a cape for your own super hero creation or make a tutu for perfect twirls! It’s up to you at this beginner’s sewing lab.Karaoke* 6 p.m. TLR bIndulge your inner rock star at our karaoke event. All teens must turn in a completed permission form before the event.

SATURDAY 30Face Painting 2 p.m. MVL YHave some messy, imaginative fun at this face painting event. Painting will be done by teen volunteers from our Teen Advisory Group.

TUESDAY 26Traveling Sewing Lab: Book Bags* 4 p.m. TLR b $Learn the basics of sewing and using a sewing machine by creating a canvas book bag to carry all your library books home in!

WEDNESDAY 27Libraries Rock with Bradley Weaver 10:30 a.m. TLR JHear and learn about various instruments such as the acoustic guitar, resonator, ukulele, harmonica, and autoharp.Money Matters: Dealing With Debt* 4 p.m. CEN $Learn how to make a plan to take control of your debt repayments and spending, learn about your FICO score and what risky solutions to avoid in the process of paying off your debt. Cookies and Coloring 4 p.m. ILF YCapture the Flag* 7 p.m. CEN (Ages 16+)Exercise! Strategy! Teamwork! Join us for a nostalgic game of Capture the Flag for adults on the Great Lawn.

THURSDAY 28Create - Found Windchimes 4 p.m. HOF %Create beautiful windchimes from found items such as keys, bolts and glass beads. Feel free to bring your own interesting bits and bobs to add to your artwork.

John Williams & American Film Music Saturday, June 231 p.m. MVL $Join Active Minds as we explore some of the most recognized film scores from celebrated composer John Williams. Scores include “Jaws”, “Star Wars”, and “Schindler’s List”. We will also discuss the various and changing roles music has played in American cinema, as film music has become one of the most fluid media for modern symphonic music.

Baby Goat Visit and Storytime Saturday, June 239:30 a.m. CEN YJoin Caramel Apple Farms and its newly-born baby goats for a special visit at the library! Enjoy a morning of petting, brushing and snuggling baby goats and a special storytime at 11 a.m., all about goats and other farm animals. You don’t want to miss this one! Will be located near the lower lot of the library.

Movie Matinee: Sita Sings the Blues Saturday, June 3011 a.m. MLK YJoin us for a matinee showing of this modern animated classic that interweaves autobiographical aspects of creator Nina Paley’s life with a telling of The Ramayana and 1920s jazz and blues. 8

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THURSDAY 5Create – Stationery 4 p.m. HOF &Design something uniquely yours for letters to friends and family.

FRIDAY 6Nintendo Club: Special Rock Band Event 4:30 p.m. MVL &

SUNDAY 8Sunday Serenade - Harpist Concert 2 p.m. CEN YEnjoy an afternoon with local harpist Erin Newton. Included will be a short talk and discussion about the harp as well as a harp performance.

WEDNESDAY 11Coding Party – Digital Disco 11 a.m. MLK & b Where your love of dance meets science and technology. We’ll explore Google’s Made with Code dance projects and write code to visualize dance moves and create

dance animations.

MONDAY 16Senior Series: The Truth About Estate Liquidations 1-2:30 p.m. TLR $Liquidating personal household items is not as easy and straightforward as it may sound. This presentation will give you an opportunity to prepare for your own estate sale.

WEDNESDAY 18Harry Potter Yoga * 3 p.m. CEN %Enter the magical world of Harry Potter through themed yoga poses. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel. Wands optional!

Create – Bath Bombs 4 p.m. CEN $Learn some relaxing and luxurious household chemistry that also makes a great gift!

Water Sponge Battle 4 p.m. CEN %Join us at the Aurora Central Library on the Great Lawn for an epic Water Sponge Battle! Bring a towel and clothes you don’t mind getting a little (LOT) wet.

Family Game Night 6 p.m. CEN Y

FRIDAY 13Libraries Rock with Bradley Weaver 11 a.m. CEN YHear and learn about various instruments such as the acoustic guitar, resonator, ukulele, harmonica, and autoharp.

Teen Rock Band* 4-6 p.m. TLR bParty like a Rock Star at our teen only Wii Rock Band night. Play your favorite songs while munching on snacks!

KEY:Y = All agesJ = Preschool% = K-5th Grade

& = 4th-8th Gradeb = 6th-12th Grade$ = Adults

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*Registration required. Register online at AuroraLibrary.org

Kid’s Sewing Lab - CAMP!* July 10-132-4 p.m. HOF &Spend four days making something for yourself! Choose from clothing, bags or something of your own design! Miss Lara will help guide you through every part and at the end of the week you’ll have a wonderful creation of your own!

Coding Camp* July 17-20 11 a.m.-1 p.m. HOF &Become a junior computer programmer and participate in a series of activities over four days to help you learn the basics of computer science. Students will create a simple 2-D space shooter video game using a real game engine and code. No previous experience in computer programming is necessary to participate.

Bug Safari with the Butterfly Pavilion Wednesday, July 253 p.m. CEN Y Meet invertebrates from diverse environments around the globe, hear about their characteristics, where and how they live, and learn why they are important in our world. Those who wish may take a closer look at live, safely-enclosed spineless creatures and hold Rosie the tarantula! *Must be at least 3 years old to hold Rosie.

*Registration required

THURSDAY 19Create - Lotion Bars 4 p.m. HOF &Learn what goes into lotion and make your own (travel safe) lotion bar! Select your smell and your favorite ingredients in this great home chemistry lesson.

FRIDAY 20Libraries Rock with Hunk-Ta-Bunk-Ta Music 10:30 a.m. MVL Y

TUESDAY 24Kid’s Sewing Lab: Pencil Cases* 4 p.m. TLR %

Kids Write 4 p.m. CEN &

WEDNESDAY 25Money Matters: Car Buying* 4 p.m. CEN $This workshop will guide you through the car-buying process, including researching cars, figuring out your price range and completing the buying process.

Cookies and Coloring* 4 p.m. ILF Y

Experience 3D Printing* 4:30 p.m. TLR &Capture the Flag* 7 p.m. CEN (Ages 16+)Exercise! Strategy! Teamwork! Join us for a nostalgic game of Capture the Flag for adults on the Great Lawn.

THURSDAY 26Rock Tumbling and Geology* 4 p.m. HOF &Try out our new rock tumbler as we explore all the interesting aspects of geology and what it takes to form a rock. Take home a shiny polished rock to weigh down your pockets! Create - Woven Coaster* 4:30 p.m. CEN $Join us for the second class of the weaving workshop to learn weaving terminology and techniques as we make a woven coaster!

FRIDAY 27Tween Just Dance/Rock Band* 4-6 p.m. TLR &Party like a Rock Star by playing your favorite Rock Band songs, or show off your moves at Just Dance. Free snacks!

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Epic Water Balloon Fight Saturday, July 2811 a.m. Mission Viejo Park, 3999 S. Mission Parkway YEnd your summer with a splash at this epic water balloon showdown! The Mission Viejo Library’s Teen Advisory Group will provide the water balloons. Expect to get drenched!

CRAFT BREWS TOURAURORA

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May 1 — Oct. 31

Explore Aurora and its exciting craft brews scene

with Aurora Public Library’s Craft Brews Tour!

STORYWALK® GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION

Saturday May 5 • 10 a.m.—noonSide Creek Park

A StoryWalk® is a way for families to get outside on an accessible walking trail while stopping along the trail

to read a children’s illustrated book.

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MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. MLK 9898 E. Colfax Ave. • 303.739.1940Mon. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Tue. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.Wed.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Closed Sun.

MISSION VIEJO MVL 15324 E. Hampden Circle • 303.326.8600Mon. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Tue. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.Wed.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Closed Sun.

TALLYN’S REACH TLR 23911 E. Arapahoe Road • 303.627.3050Mon. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Sun.

ILIFF SQUARE LIBRARY PC CENTER ILF 2253 S. Peoria St. • 303.739.1567Mon. & Tue. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.Wed. 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.Thu. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.Sun. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

MOORHEAD PC CENTER2390 Havana St. • 303.326.8315Mon.-Thu. 6 a.m.-9 p.m.Fri. 6 a.m.-7 p.m.Sat. & Sun. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

HOFFMAN LIBRARY PC CENTER HOF 1298 Peoria St. • 303.739.1572Mon. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Closed Sun.

BECK PC CENTER800 Telluride St. • 303.739.6888Mon.-Thu. 5:30 a.m.-9 p.m.Fri. 5:30 a.m.-7 p.m.Sat. 6 a.m.-6 p.m.Sun. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

THE BOOK OUTLET 2243 S. Peoria St. • 720.747.7977 Operated by the Friends of Aurora Public LibraryWed. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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We are excited to announce the arrival of a very special exhibit from the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibit Service – Roots of Wisdom. We invite you and your family to explore how Native peoples are joining their traditional knowledge with cutting-edge Western science to save cultural practices and local environments.

CHINESE CALLIGRAPHY EXHIBITOn display at the Central Library Aug. 23-Sept. 2Presented by: The Rocky Mountain Chinese Calligraphy Association