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
RSVP: arapahoelibraries.org
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.
Community Roundtable: A Conversation on Life (and Death)
When: Thursday, December 11, 6–7:30 p.m.
Where: Koelbel Library (5955 S. Holly St., Centennial)
Who: adults
The community is invited to a discussion about life and death. Join us to explore aging well in small groups with trained facilitators. Light refreshments provided.
‘Sip Into the Season’: A Holiday Mixology Experience
When: Thursday, December 11, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Where: online event
Who: adults
RSVP: arapahoelibraries.org
Warm up your winter with a holiday mixology class presented by Uncorked Kitchen & Wine Bar and Arapahoe Libraries. Learn to craft a variety of seasonal cocktails. A list of ingredients will be sent to you when you RSVP.
Festivals of Light
When: Monday, December 22, 11–11:45 a.m.
Where: online event
Who: ages 5–12
RSVP: arapahoelibraries.org
Explore the role of light in celebrating Hanukkah, Christmas, Diwali and Kwanzaa. Presented by The Jewish Museum in New York. For more kid-friendly activities over winter break, visit arapahoelibraries.org/events.
For more information about library events and to RSVP, please visit arapahoelibraries.org or call 303-LIBRARY (303-542-7279).