WORKSHOPS

= STEAM concepts * = Registration required

*PAINT-ALONG

Wednesday, Aug. 16, 10 a.m.–noon at Meadows – Ages 10+

Follow along with an instructional painting video and create your own work of art. All supplies provided.

Social Stitchers

Third Wednesday of the month, 5:15–6:30 p.m. at Main in the Flatirons Room

All crafters are invited to connect through making – from crochet enthusiasts to avid knitters, keen stitchers to skilled embroiderers. Show off your latest projects, exchange valuable tips and immerse yourself in a supportive space where creativity flourishes. Bring your own project materials. There will be some common tools available for use.

Board Game Party

Saturday, Aug. 5, 2–4 p.m. at Reynolds

Play old favorites like Chess or Scrabble, and try new games like Wingspan or Catan. Grandmaster Games will provide a selection of tabletop games to choose from and will teach new players how to play. Light refreshments will be served.

*2013 FLOOD COMMEMORATION STORY CIRCLE

Tuesday, Sept. 12, 6–8 p.m. at Carnegie Library for Local History

The 2013 floods were a defining moment for the Boulder community. As we reflect on the event ten years later, we know many personal stories haven’t been told, and new perspectives have emerged as we consider how our community has grown stronger. Join city staff and staff from the Maria Rogers Oral History Program to share and listen in story circles.

*YOU’VE GOT THIS! CAR MAINTENANCE FOR NEW DRIVERS

Saturday, Sept. 16, 1–2:30 p.m. at Meadows – Ages 16+ Learn basic car maintenance skills from DriveSafe Colorado. Watch a live demonstration of how to maintain key elements of the vehicle, such as replacing wipers, cleaning head lights, tire maintenance and more.

LGBTQ+ SAFETY, STORYTELLING, AND SANCTUARY SUMMIT 2023

Saturday, Oct. 7, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. at Main in the Canyon Theater

Learn more about the Drag Story Hour organization and h ow to inspire a love of reading through the art of drag. Sessions will include: Drag Story Hour 101, how to host sacred spaces, event safety workshops and more. Stay after the mini conference at 3 p.m. to enjoy a Drag Story Hour. Presenters include: Local drag artist, Shirley Delta Blow, Parasol Patrol, and Drag Story Hour’s Jonothon Hamlit. All educators and queer artists are invited. Sponsored by Born This Way Foundation. Register: bit.ly/3CfTzkU

*FERMENTED DRINKS

Tuesday, Oct. 24, 5:30–7 p.m. at Reynolds

Mara King, Director of Fermentation for Id Est Hos pitality, is back at Reynolds to teach the science behind fermented drinks!

Halloween Happenings

*SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN WORKSHOP WITH PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES

Sunday, Oct. 1, 1–2:30 p.m. at Main in the Boulder Creek Room – Ages 6-11

Build spooky ghosts and other moving decorations, learning about gear drives and other engineering concepts along the way.

*CREATE A SNOW GLOBE: LABYRINTH MOVIE CRAFT

Saturday, Oct. 14, 11 a.m.–12:50 p.m. at Main in the BLDG 61 Makerspace

Create your own snow globe diorama before the “Labyrinth” Family Film Social. This crafting activity is for children of all ages, but children under 12 will need an adult to help them. We will provide a wide array of diorama materials so that you can create a little snow globe to take away with you to the movie!

*FAMILY FILM SOCIAL: LABYRINTH

Saturday, Oct. 14, 1–3:30 p.m. at Main in the Canyon Theater

Get dressed up and step into the magical world of Jim Henson’s “Labyrinth” during an unforgettable movie experience at the library! Starring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly, this cult classic will come to life through interactive activities and surprises that will delight fans of all ages. Costumes encouraged. Rated PG. 1hr 41min. Closed captions provided.

AUTUMN FUN FOR THE FAMILY

Sunday, Oct. 22, 1–4 p.m. at Main in the Boulder Creek Room

Paint pumpkins together as a family or with friends, drink hot chocolate, eat some treats and enjoy other crafts and activities related to autumn!

HAUNTED LIBRARY

Sunday, Oct. 29, noon–2 p.m. at Reynolds

Family fun and friendly activities abound as the entirety of the George Reynolds Library is taken over by Haunted Library. Wear your costumes and join us for a not-too-spooky time. Featuring a photo booth run by The Shutterbus!

*LAST MINUTE HALLOWEEN COSTUME CREATION/REPAIR

Monday, Oct. 30, 4–6 p.m. at Main in the BLDG 61 Makerspace

Put the finishing touches on your Halloween costume at this drop-in style workshop where we’ll help you be the spookiest version of yourself. Registered participants should feel free to come for any portion of the allotted time.