REC & READ BOOK KIOSKS

Youth Programming

Lil Patty's Birthday Party

Everyone's favorite library axolotl is turning 7 years old! Come celebrate with birthday crafts, games, and snacks. Registration required. ALL AGES

Sa Aug 12 2-3 p.m. IR

Solve It: CSI with WPD

A crime has been committed at the library and you are on the case! With the help of the Westminster Police Department, you’ll examine the evidence, follow the clues, and try to catch the thief. Registration required.

AGES: 9-12

Sa Sep 9 2 -3 p.m. CH L107

The Secret Lives of Prairie Dogs

You wouldn't want to live in a world without prairie dogs! These social creatures are a keystone species in the Colorado ecosystem. Join a Standley Lake Park Naturalist as we learn about these amazing creatures. A short nature walk is included! ALL AGES

Sa Sep 23 2-4 p.m. CH L107

An Author's Journey

Local author, Jenny Goebel, offers a behind-the-scenes look at how an idea becomes a book. Author of two narrative non-fiction picture books, Chocolate Chirp Cookies and Adelita: a Sea Turtle's Journey, Jenny will share her process and learning. Registration required.

AGES: 5-8

Su Oct 1 2-3 p.m. CH L107

Storytime Sparkles with Author Jenny Goebel

Meet local author, Jenny Goebel, for a special storytime featuring her newest picture book, My Sparkly New Boots. A sparkly craft is included! AGES: 2-5

M Oct 2 10:30-11:30 a.m. CH L107

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

Try a variety of acoustic instruments at this hands-on experience. Knowledgeable “Zookeepers” from Swallow Hill Music will share ukuleles, hand drums, guitars, mandolins, banjos, mini-pianos, and more! AGES: 5-12

Sa Oct 7 2-3 p.m. IR

Potions Class

Muggles and wizards are invited to explore the wonderful wizarding world of Harry Potter! We will enjoy Butterbeer, make Troll Bogeys, and create our own potions to take home. Registration required. AGES: 9-12

Su Oct 29 2-3 p.m. CH L107

T-Rex Tea Party

You are cordially invited to sip and chomp at a T-Rex Tea Party. Whether you're into dinosaurs, tea parties, or both, you'll love the games, crafts, snacks, and stories.

T Nov 7 4-5 p.m. IR

Walking with Dinosaurs

AGES: 3-8

Travel back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth and made Colorado their home! Explore dinosaur fossils and artifacts with staff from Dinosaur Ridge and make your own dino craft. AGES: 3-8

W Nov 8 3:30-4:30 p.m. CH L107

Lost World Dinosaur Lab

Explore the world of dinosaurs as we dig into this handson science experience. Bring out your inner paleontologist with experiments and crafts! Registration required.

AGES: 5-12

T Nov 14 4-5 p.m. IR

Kids Can Cook: Take-and-Bake Pies

Create pie dough and a fruit filling from scratch for 6 mini-pies that you can take and bake at home! Feed your family or treat yourself with these tasty homemade pies. Registration required. AGES: 5-12

T Nov 21 2-3 p.m. CH L104

Gifts from the Heart

Celebrate the season of giving at this holiday gift-giving workshop. With a focus on generosity, each child will create a special gift to give to someone they love. Gift wrapping and a card included. Registration required. AGES: 5-12

Sa Dec 2 2-3 p.m. IR

Crazy 8s Math Club

Math gone wild! This eight-session club turns math into a fun learning adventure. Register online in your child’s name. Participants are expected to attend all 8 weeks. Questions? Please email Kim (kbaker@cityofwestminster.us).

GRADES: 3-5

Mondays 4-5 p.m. IR

Paws to Read

Reading with therapy dogs helps kids gain confidence. Bring your own book or choose one at the library. Sign up for a 15-minute session when you arrive.

EVERY OTHER MONDAY (beginning Aug 7) 4-5 p.m. | CH L104

2ND SATURDAYS 2-3 p.m. | IR

AGES: 5-12

Afterschool Special

Bring your creativity and curiosity to the library after school every Wednesday. Whether it's LEGO® Club, amazing art, or spectacular science, each week offers a new boredom buster. AGES: 5-12

Wednesdays 3:30-5 p.m. CH L104

Wacky Wednesdays

Unleash your creative side at this weekly, afterschool drop-in event. Imagine it, create it, and know you might get messy while exploring hands-on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) projects. AGES: 5-12

Wednesdays 4-5 p.m. IR

Wonder Lab

Toddlers and preschoolers are natural scientists! Together we will explore with our senses to inspire wonder and curiosity each month with hands-on, nature-based activities. AGES: 2-5

1st Thursdays 11 a.m.-12 p.m. CH L104

Story Ballet

Dance like snowflakes in the Land of Sweets, pretend to be pumpkins, and go to the Ball. Explore four exciting stories and learn creative dance moves while enjoying timeless music. AGES: 3-5

Sep 14: Carnival of the Animals

Oct 12: 5 Little Pumpkins

Nov 9: The Sleeping Beauty

Dec 4: The Nutcracker

2nd Thursdays 9:30-10:30 a.m. IR

LEGO® Club

We’ve got the bricks, you bring the creativity to this dropin program! No personal LEGO® sets allowed. New theme each month. AGES: 5-12

1st Sundays 2-3:30 p.m. IR

STEAM Creation Station

Make and explore unique projects! Participants engage with science, technology, engineering, art, and math in new and fun ways. As a bonus, you’ll get to take home your completed projects. AGES: 5-12

2nd Sundays 3-4 p.m. CH L104