‘Waste less food’ cooking presentation
When: Saturday, November 8, 2–3 p.m.
Where: Koelbel Library (5955 S. Holly St., Centennial)
Who: adults
Learn how to waste less food and save money in the kitchen. Home chef and caterer Monica Kadillak will share useful tips for grocery shopping, meal prepping and maximizing freezer space. Join us for a lively discussion with delicious samples.
Interactive storytime with author Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow
When: Wednesday, November 19, 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Where: Eloise May Library (1471 S. Parker Rd., Denver)
Who: ages 5–8
Award-winning children’s book author Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow will lead a special storytime for families. Attendees will receive a free copy of the book Together We Are Sunshine while supplies last.
Thompkins-Bigelow’s work features young Black and Muslim protagonists and has been praised by NPR and Time Magazine. Her picture book Your Name Is a Song was named an NEA Read Across America book.
Community Conversation – ‘Aging Radically: Embracing the Challenges and Gifts’
When: Thursday, November 20, 6–7:30 p.m.
Where: Koelbel Library (5955 S. Holly St., Centennial)
Who: adults
Arapahoe Libraries invites the community to a conversation on “Aging Radically.” Join us to explore the topic of aging with fellow community members and a panel of experts. All are welcome and encouraged to participate. Free refreshments provided.
‘A Storied Tradition’
When: Tuesday, November 25, 4:30–5:15 p.m.
Where: online event
Who: ages 5–12
Kids and families are invited to hear traditional Native American stories live on Zoom. Darlene Kascak of the Schaghticoke Tribal Nation will share animal tales that teach lessons about nature, kindness and the world.