All older adult (50+) programs are funded by the NextFifty Initiative. For assistance with a program, email olderadults@denverlibrary.org. Find more information at denverlibrary.org/olderadults
Every Tuesday, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Virginia Village
A fun place for people experiencing memory loss and their friends, family members, and caregivers. No registration required. Learn more at denverlibrary.org/memorycafe.
January 7 - Ageless Grace Brain Workout
January 14 - Watercolor Painting
January 21 - Circle Singing with Roy Willey
January 28 - Jenga Social
Every Friday, 10-11 a.m., Online
Join us to learn different meditations and practice them. Connect with other members of your community and experience the power of meditating in a group. This is a drop in class. All levels welcome. Registration required by emailing olderadults@denverlibrary.org.
Thursday, Jan. 2, 3:30-5 p.m., Online
Each month, we will create a new journal page exploring a medley of art mediums. All experience levels are welcome. Each class is designed as a standalone experience–come to as few or as many as you like. Registration required. Register at denlib.org/art-journal.
Tuesday. Jan. 7, 5:30-7 p.m., Woodbury
Gather with others who have suffered a death loss for an open, supportive discussion about grief with a facilitator from the HeartLight Center. Registration encouraged at denlib.org/growing.
Qi Gong uses slow movements to improve breathing and reduce stress. No registration required. Learn more at denlib.org/qigong.
Wednesday, Jan. 8, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Park Hill
Tuesday, Jan. 14, 10:15-11 a.m., Woodbury
Wednesday, Jan. 8, 12-3 p.m., 2510 E .Colfax Ave.
Join the Matinee Movie Club at the Sie FilmCenter every 1st Wednesday afternoon for a film screening followed by a discussion. Registration required. Learn more at denlib.org/matinee.
Thursday, Jan. 9, 1-2 p.m., Sam Gary
Join Active Minds as we explore the historical roots of the formation of the EU and issues that challenge its future.
Friday, Jan. 10, 17, 2-3 p.m., Schlessman Family
Ageless Grace program consists of 21 simple seated exercise tools done to a handpicked playlist that matches movement to music. It has both physical and cognitive benefits. And it’s fun! No registration required.
Wednesday, Jan. 15, 9:30-10 a.m., Ross-University Hills
You're cordially invited to join us for a delightful session of donuts and camaraderie. Let's gather as neighbors to share laughs, stories, and maybe even a few sprinkles. We will meet upstairs in the small community room. No registration required.
Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2-3 p.m., Blair-Caldwell
Join us with the Museum of Food and Culture to discuss foods that fueled community activism of the Civil Rights Movement. We will do a collage craft activity with recipes to create a keepsake. Registration required at denlib.org/collage
Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2-3:30 p.m., Virginia Village
Let’s celebrate the new year with personalized vision boards! We’ll take time to reflect and identify aspirations for the year. Each person will be able to create a vision board that highlights goals and hopes for 2025 and beyond. Register at denlib.org/vision-25
Thursday, January 23, 1-2 p.m., Sam Gary
Join Active Minds as we explore the Mississippi River’s role as both a vital transportation artery and a fertile agricultural region throughout the entire history of North America.
Thursday, Jan. 23, 2-3 p.m., Eugene Field
Learn how to borrow eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, and videos with your library card using the Libby app by OverDrive. No registration required.