Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Park Hill
Who are you writing for? Join our community led circle to hone your writing skills and share your work. All skill levels and genres welcome.
Friday, June 2, 10-11 a.m., ONLINE
We will share writings and poetry about mindfulness including its history, philosophy, and practical application before a silent group meditation and reflection sharing. Register to receive the Zoom link. Contact Amy at adelpo@denverlibrary.org with questions or to share a reading.
Friday, June 2, 1-2:30 p.m., Hampden
Join us every first Friday for older adult creative time while exploring tools within our ideaLAB. This month we’re making bracelets. Space is limited. First come, first served. Ideal for ages 50 and up.
Tuesday, June 6, 10:15-11 a.m., Woodbury
Qi Gong includes slow, dance like movements to improve breathing, reduce stress, and gently move the body. Meet at Highlands Park near the corner of Grove Street and W. Highlands Park Place near the play structure. If the weather is bad, we’ll meet inside the library.
Tuesday, June 6, 1:30-3 p.m., Hadley
This watercolor class offers creative engagement to people with Alzheimer’s/dementia. Families, friends, children, and caregivers are also welcome. Supplies and refreshments provided. No artistic experience necessary. No registration required; just show up! Email olderadults@denverlibrary.org for more information.
Wednesday, June 7, 10:30-11:30 a.m., ONLINE
Learn how to borrow eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines with your library card using the Libby app by OverDrive.
Thursdays, June 8, 15, 22, 29 and July 6, 13, 3-4:30 p.m., Ross-University Hills
Using ink, watercolors, graphite, and various kinds of paper, participants will do creative expression exercises in order to create a one of a kind book over six weeks. Registration required at denlib.org/bookmake
Fridays, June 9, 16, 23, 30, 10-11 a.m., ONLINE
A regular meditation practice can help you cultivate kindness and inner peace. Join us for a lesson on mindfulness themes followed by 30 minutes of practice. Registration required to receive the Zoom link. For help or more information, email olderadults@denverlibrary.org
Saturday, June 10, 8-9:30 a.m., James A. Bible Park, 6802 E. Yale Ave.
Join Dr. Andrew M. Freeman from National Jewish Health on a walk to improve your health, learn about important health topics, and meet new friends. Ask medical questions in an informal, relaxed, and fun way. We’ll meet near the baseball diamond.
Saturday, June 10, 10-11:30 a.m., Ford-Warren
Discover the joy of cruising on two wheels in our new library bike club! Folks from VAMOS will lead us through five Denver neighborhoods. Use the Low Stress Denver Bike Map to comfortably navigate anywhere in Denver by bike. Registration required at denlib.org/biking. All levels welcome.
Join us at Virginia Village Branch for Memory Cafe, a fun place to socialize, relax, and engage with people experiencing memory loss along with their friends, family members, and caregivers. Each cafe has a unique focus to facilitate social connection and joy. No registration required. For event details visit: denverlibrary.org/memorycafe
Sage Singers Concert
Tuesday, June 13, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Name that Tune TV Theme Song Trivia
Tuesday, June 20, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Sing Along with Kristen McSorely of Swallow Hill Music
Tuesday, May 23, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 14, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Park Hill
Bring back the days of sharing vacation pictures on the big screen. Listen to neighbors’ travel tales while sipping tea and having a nosh. Sign up to share your travel story by emailing sgelwickknight@denverlirbrary.org or stop by.
Thursday, June 15, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Washington Park, 701 S. Franklin St.
Denver Field Ornithologists will accompany us on a slow amble around Grasmere Lake in Washington Park. Bring your binoculars or use ours. We’ll meet at the restrooms adjacent to the parking lot near Mississippi and Franklin. For exact coordinates, visit tinyurl.com/WalkWashPark
Thursdays, June 15, 20, 4-5 p.m., Ford-Warren
Join us for creative self care through art journaling! Each month we will create a new journal page exploring a medley of art mediums. All experience levels welcome. To register, email scrain@denverlibrary.org.
Friday, June 16, 2-3 p.m., Eugene Field
Bee populations in Colorado are declining. Join Christine Webster from The People’s Bees to learn about pollination and the important role bees play in agriculture and our native ecosystem. An observation case with live bees will be offered (weather permitting) as well as honey tasting.
Wednesday, June 28, 1-3 p.m., Ross-University Hills
Create a summer wreath using topographical maps and colorful construction paper flower petals! Explore your own creativity as you layer and manipulate the papers to create textures.
Wednesday, June 28, 2-3 p.m., Park Hill
Snip, glue, repeat. Enjoy a charming hour collaging handmade cards to give to loved ones. Ideal for ages 18 and up.