Arapahoe Libraries invites families to take part in its Summer Reading program, featuring a free book giveaway, drop-in activities and special events.
From June 1 through July 31, babies, children and teens canvisit any Arapahoe Libraries branch to receive a tote bag and choose a free book, while supplies last. They can also explore drop-in activities and crafts (available anytime during library hours) and adventure-themed events.
The program offers families ways to explore and connect during the summer while encouraging reading for fun.
Who: all babies, kids and teens ages 0–18
When: June 1–July 31
Where: all Arapahoe Libraries branches and the Bookmobile
FREE BOOK GIVEAWAY
The book giveaway is open to all babies, kids and teens, no sign-up or library card required. Participants can choose from a variety of new and exciting titles (available in multiple languages) and receive a free tote bag, while supplies last.
To participate, stop by any of the following Arapahoe Libraries locations from June 1 through July 31:
- Bookmobile
- Castlewood Library (6739 S. Uinta St., Centennial)
- Davies Library (128 2nd Ave., Deer Trail)
- Eloise May Library (1471 S. Parker Rd., Denver)
- Kelver Library (585 S. Main St., Byers)
- Koelbel Library (5955 S. Holly St., Centennial)
- Sheridan Library (3425 W. Oxford Ave., Denver)
- Smoky Hill Library (5430 S. Biscay Cir., Centennial)
- Southglenn Library (6972 S. Vine St., Centennial)
DROP-IN ACTIVITIES
Visit the library anytime for hands-on activities and crafts.
FEATURED EVENTS
Summer event registration is open now. RSVP at arapahoelibraries.org/summer-reading. (Specific activities could change based on weather or availability.)
Roar & Lore: Creatures of Wonder
Sunday, June 14, 10 am–noon at Smoky Hill Library (5430 S. Biscay Cir., Centennial)
Ages 5–12. Younger siblings welcome.
A festival inspired by fictional creatures — dragons, fairies, yetis and more. Includes:
- Meet mythical creatures
- Wildlife presentations
- Arts and craft stations
- Inflatable obstacle course
- Treat truck
Once Upon an Enchanted Ocean
Saturday, June 13, 2–3:30 pm at Koelbel Library (5955 S. Holly St., Centennial)
Saturday, June 20, 10–11:30 am at Castlewood Library (6739 S. Uinta St., Centennial)
Saturday, June 27, 2–3:30pm at Eloise May Library (1471 S. Parker Rd., Denver)
Ages 0–5 Children and their caregivers can explore ocean-themed activities to spark their imaginations.
Heroes Destiny: A Medieval Role-Play Adventure
Thursday, June 18, 4–6 pm at Sheridan Library (3425 W. Oxford Ave., Denver)
Ages 5–12 Kids and tweens will step into a fantasy kingdom to become royalty, traitors and spies — solving challenges and using foam swordplay to save the day. Presented by Heroes Destiny.
Main Character Energy
Friday, July 10, 6–8 pm at Koelbel Library (5955 S. Holly St., Centennial)
Friday, July 24, 6–8 pm at Smoky Hill Library (5430 S. Biscay Cir., Centennial)
Ages 9–18
After-hours festival for teens and tweens inspired by their favorite books and movies —Project Hail Mary, Spider-Man, Wednesday and more. Includes:
- Physical challenges
- Art stations
- Costume contest
- Special effects make-up
- Treat truck
CONTACT
To learn more, visit arapahoelibraries.org/summer-reading or call 303-LIBRARY (303-542-7279).