The High Plains and Clearview library districts as well as the Loveland Public Library offer a variety of programs and activities for all ages.
Check out this list of some of the events taking place at local libraries for the week of Nov. 4-10.
To see a full list of events taking place at libraries in Weld and Larimer counties, go to www.mylibrary.us, www.clearviewlibrary.org or www.lovelandpubliclibrary.org.
Clearview Library
Teens ages 12-18 are invited to register for Dungeons and Dragons at noon Saturday in the James Peak room at the library, 720 Third St., Windsor. The program will teach newbies as well as advanced players the ins and outs of the interactive game. For more information, or to register, go to https://bit.ly/3Fz3q6W.
Pick up some new reading materials for the week when the bookmobile makes a stop at 3:30 p.m. Monday at Harmony Ridge, 36181 Kingswood Drive, Windsor. All ages are welcome to come out and visit with staff, register for a library card and browse materials.
The Teen Cooking Club: Firehouse Pumpkin Cookies kicks off at 4:30 p.m. Monday at the Windsor Severance Fire Rescue Station Number 4 at 1350 New Liberty Road. Teens ages 12-18 will learn how to make some festive cookies to share with firefighters as well as some handy kitchen fire safety tips. For more information, or to register, go to https://bit.ly/3QBXFMr.
The bookmobile is scheduled to stop at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Severance Town Hall, 3 Timber Ridge Parkway. All ages are invited to come out and see what the bookmobile has to offer.
A Look Into the Past takes place at noon Tuesday in the Pikes Peak room at the library, 720 Third St., Windsor. The program, open to adults age 18 and older, will teach attendees the process of researching their family tree. Registration is required and can be done by going to https://bit.ly/3FdVJD3.
Learn what the bookmobile has to offer when it makes a stop at 5 p.m. Tuesday at Greenspire, 635 Moonglow Drive, Windsor. All ages are welcome to come out and pickup some reading materials.
Clearly Creative Writing: Adult Writing Club meets at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Long Peak room at the library, 720 Third St., Windsor. Adults age 18 and older can pick up some handy writing tips, share their work with other members and more. Registration is required to attend the meeting. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3sgVaFF.
Imagine Stories Together Family Book Club meets at 6 p.m. Wednesday via Zoom. The group, open to families with children of all ages, will discuss the book, “The Girl Who Speaks Bear” by Sophie Anderson. Kits with copies of the book and supplies for activities are available after registration has been completed. For more information, or to register, go to https://bit.ly/3FEbt2B.
The bookmobile is scheduled to make a stop at 3 p.m. Thursday at Overlook Park, 10007 County Road 72 in Severance. Community members of all ages are encouraged to come out and see what the bookmobile has to offer.
High Hops Brewery and the library are hosting Pub Trivia Night at 6 p.m. Thursday at 6461 Highway 392 in Windsor. Adults age 21 and older are invited to come and test their trivia knowledge for prizes and bragging rights. Registration is not required to attend. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3Qgbhvp.
Gather up some reading materials for the weekend when the bookmobile makes a stop at 4 p.m. Friday at Severance Shores Park, located at Shoreview Parkway. All ages are welcome to come out and see what the bookmobile has to offer.
High Plains Library District
The Weld County Health Department has partnered with the Eaton Public Library to host a free flu shot and COVID-19 booster clinic from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at 132 Maple Ave., Eaton. All ages are welcome to attend the clinic and registration is not required. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3FBMJbe.
Expand your skills by registering for Public Speaking Without Fear at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the LINC, 501 Eighth Ave., Greeley. The class will teach attendees why public speaking skills are essential, basics for preparing and delivering speeches and more. The class is open to adults ages 18 and older. For more information, including registration, go to https://bit.ly/3MlGyMl.
All ages are invited to attend Fencing on the High Plains at 11 a.m. Saturday at the LINC, 501 Eighth Ave., Greeley. The program will feature live fencing bouts, introductions to rules and equipment and more. Registration is not required to attend. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3SbRW0W.
Farr Music and Movement Storytime starts at 9:30 a.m. Monday at the Farr Regional Library, 1939 61st Ave., Greeley with activities designed to enhance motor skills for children ages 3-5 years and their caregivers. Registration is not required to attend. For more information, contact Audrey at (888) 861-7323.
Woodworkers are invited to bring their knives and chisels for free sharpening at 3 p.m. Monday at the LINC, 501 Eighth Ave., Greeley. Professionals will also teach adults and teens how to put a sharp edge on tools and keep them sharp. Registration is required. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3QBDG0k.
Turkey Tea Light Crafts takes place at 4 p.m. Monday at the Eaton Library, 132 Maple Ave., Eaton. Children and teens are invited to come and make some festive and fun Thanksgiving inspired decorations. Registration is not required to attend. For more information, contact the library at (970) 454-2189.
Spruce up your resume by registering for a resume writing workshop at 6 p.m. Monday at the LINC, 501 Eighth Ave., Greeley. Adults age 18 and older can learn how to create or revamp their resume with necessary information that will make attendees’ resumes stand out. For more information, or to register, go to https://bit.ly/3Q9VQom.
The LINC Wood Carvers are meeting at 9 a.m. Tuesday at the LINC, 501 Eighth Ave., Greeley. Experienced and novice wood carvers can come and work on projects, learn techniques and share tips with each other. Attendees must be 16 or older to attend. Registration is not required. For more information, contact Melissa Beavers at (888) 861-7323.
The bookmobile makes a stop at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Carbon Valley Parks and Recreation District, 701 Fifth St., Frederick. All ages are welcome to come out and see what the bookmobile has to offer.
Registration is open for the Book to Movie Club at 5 p.m. Tuesday at the Eaton Library, 132 Maple Ave., Eaton. The group, open to adults age 18 and older, will discuss the book, “The Outsiders” by S. E. Hinton and watch the film adaptation. Attendees will also receive a copy of the book to keep. For more information, or to register, go to https://bit.ly/45NW8XW.
The Short Story Discussion Club meets at 6:20 p.m. Tuesday online. The group provides adults age 18 and older the opportunity to participate in a literary group without having to read full books. Members will read a short story and discuss it together. Registration is required to receive a link to the chosen story and meeting. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/40dtqyg.
Once Upon a Sign, set for 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Centennial Park Library, 2227 23rd Ave., Greeley, teaches little ones ages birth to 18-months basic sign language using stories, songs and rhymes. Registration is not required to attend. For more information, contact Terri at (888) 861-7323.
The bookmobile is scheduled to make a stop at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Pine Meadows Apartments, 1815 Second St., Greeley. All ages are welcome to come out and visit with staff, register for a library card and see what the bookmobile has to offer.
How to Start a Small Business takes place at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Riverside Library and Cultural Center, 3700 Golden St., Evans. Adults age 18 and older will learn about a variety of things they should consider before starting their own business such as market research, financial considerations, creating a team and more. Registration is requested and can be done by going to https://bit.ly/46FRzQB.
The Teen Anime Club meets at 6 p.m. Wednesday at Centennial Park Library, 2227 23rd Ave., Greeley. Teens ages 12-18 can come meet fellow anime fans, watch anime, play games for prizes and more. Registration is required to attend. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/478iX9B.
Farr Twinkle Babies Storytime takes place at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at 1939 61st Ave., Greeley. The lapsit storytime is designed for little ones ages birth to new walkers and their caregivers. Attendees can enjoy stories, plays, songs, books and activities that help promote early literacy skills. Registration is not required, however space is limited to the first 16 attendees. For more information, contact Audrey at (888) 861-7323.
All ages are invited to attend a K-Pop Social at 3:30 p.m. Thursday at the LINC, 501 Eighth Ave., Greeley. The event features crafts, activities, streaming videos and more. Registration is not required to attend. For more information, contact the LINC at (888) 861-7323.
The bookmobile makes a stop at 6 p.m. Thursday at Guadalupe Apartments, 1520 N. 11th Ave., Greeley. All ages are welcome to come out and see what the bookmobile has to offer.
The Eaton Library is closed all day Friday. The library will reopen on Saturday during its regular operating hours.
The Farr Family Storytime is set for 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Farr Regional Library, 1939 61st Ave., Greeley. The program is designed for children ages 3-5 years and their caregivers. Attendees can share stories, songs, plays and music. Registration is not required to attend. For more information, contact Audrey at (888) 861-7323.
Mini-Makers Storytime kicks off at 11 a.m. Friday at the LINC, 501 Eighth Ave., Greeley. The program is designed for preschool to Pre-K age children and their caregivers. Attendees will be making their own dinosaur fossils using salt dough. Registration is required to attend and can be done by going to https://bit.ly/3QiP1B2.
Loveland Public Library
Pick up a new skill by registering for the library’s Intro to Typing at 10 a.m. Saturday in the iLearn Classroom at 300 N. Adams Ave. Teens and adults will learn the techniques and basics of typing using computer keyboards and programs. For more information, or to register, go to https://bit.ly/49qvnMj.
Inspire, Explore, Create: Polymer Clay Projects takes place at 10 a.m. Saturday at the library, 300 N. Adams Ave. Teens ages 11-17 can exercise their creative muscles using polymer clay. Registration is not required to attend. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3QiX5BT.
Dungeons and Dragons 5e-Open Play meets at 4:30 p.m. Monday at the library, 300 N. Adams Ave. Teens ages 11-17 can get help building their characters, explore a fantasy world and learn the rules of the popular games. Registration is not required to attend. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3Si3qji.
Writers of all levels and ages are invited to attend NaNoWriMo Write In at 5 p.m. Monday in the Erion Room at the library, 300 N. Adams Ave. The class celebrates November’s National Novel Writing Month with opportunities to meet fellow writers, enjoy refreshments and more. Registration is not required to attend. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/45KMvJz.
Learn how to organize your home and space by registering for The Life Uncluttered at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Gertrude Scott Meeting Room at 300 N. Adams Ave. Hosted by the Aspen Club, the program will teach attendees age 18 and older how to simplify their lives through organization and decluttering. Registration can be done by calling (970) 495-8565.
Baby and Toddler Storytime is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday at the library, 300 N. Adams Ave. The program, geared toward little ones ages birth to 3 and their caregivers, offers attendees the opportunity to share books, rhymes, music and more to build early literacy skills. Registration is not required to attend. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3QyrkWH.
Making Cents of Caregiving Costs kicks off at 10 a.m. Wednesday in the Gertrude Scott Meeting Room at 300 N. Adams Ave. The class provides caregivers with information on the world of caregiving, how to navigate financials and more. Registration is required and can be done by calling the Aspen Club at (970) 495-8565.
A Gardening Year-in-Review takes place at noon Wednesday online via Zoom. The program, open to adults age 18 and older, will discuss this year’s past gardening season and how to prepare for 2024’s season. Registration is required. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/49aCOa5.
Swing by the library for a family storytime at 10 a.m. Thursday at the library, 300 N. Adams Ave. The program is designed for children ages birth to 5 and their caregiver and features books, songs and learning activities that help foster early literacy skills. Registration is not required to attend. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3QCccHY.
Mindfulness: Letting Go of Stressful Holiday Habits is set for 1 p.m. Thursday in the Gertrude Scott Meeting Room at the library, 300 N. Adams Ave. Taught by Deanna O’Connell, a UCHealth registered dietician and mindfulness practitioner, adults age 18 and older can learn the seven keys to feeling enriched and mentally healthy this holiday season. Registration is required to attend. For more information, or to register, call (970) 495-8586.
Expand your computer skills by registering for Basic Word at 10 a.m. Friday in the iLearn Classroom at the library, 300 N. Adams Ave. The program is open to adults age 18 and older and will discuss how to create, edit, save and format documents. Registration is required to attend. For more information, including how to register, go to https://bit.ly/40vjDUJ.