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NOVEMBER 2023 | NEWSLETTER
Children’s Library: 720-887-2315 broomfieldchildrenslibrary.org
Everyone is welcome. The library is a community space with free resources and opportunities to learn and play.
Programs are free and there is no registration unless otherwise stated. Space may be limited for some programs.
REGULAR PROGRAMS PROGRAMS FOR AGES 0-5
PROGRAMS FOR AGES 5-12
Storytimes - No storytimes November 21-23
Sign in at the start of these programs. Space is limited.
9:30-10:15 and 10:30-11:15 a.m. in Eisenhower Room Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and activities together. Siblings are welcome. Join when you can!
Stay & Play with LEGOs 1st Saturdays through December: Nov. 4,1-3 p.m. Ages: 5-10 Open play time with lots of LEGOs!
Toddler & Preschool Storytime Tuesdays, Ages: 2-5 with adult
Read to a Dog Every Thursday, Sept. 7 through Dec. 14: 3:45-5 p.m. Ages: Kindergarten - 5th Grade Read to a therapy dog to practice your reading skills!
Multilingual Music & Movement Wednesdays, Ages: 2-5 with adult
Baby Storytime
4th & 5th Grade Book Club
Thursdays, Ages: 0-2 with adult
3rd Wednesdays through November: Nov. 15, 4-5 p.m. Ages: 4th and 5th Grade Registration required on compass.broomfield.org Talk about this month’s book, enjoy snacks and have fun!
Baby & Toddler Play Time 3rd Saturdays: 9:30-10:30 a.m. in Story Room Ages: 0-3 with adult (siblings welcome) Mingle and play to build community, friendship and support.
No program in December. 4th & 5th Grade Book Club returns February 21 (register on January 15).
Dungeons & Dragons Community Group
Polar Express Storytime at the Depot Museum Saturday, Dec. 9, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Storytimes at 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m., noon, 2 p.m., 2:30 p.m. All ages (12 and younger with adult) Listen to the story “The Polar Express” and enjoy the magic of the holidays at the historic Broomfield Depot Museum. Come for storytime and then stay for more activities!
FEATURED PROGRAMS Early Childhood Screenings and Developmental Conversations
Saturday, Nov. 25, 1-4 p.m. Ages: 10+ (multigenerational) Ignite your problem-solving skills and stretch your imagination while socializing with others who enjoy role-playing games.
November 11: Library closed for Veterans Day November 22: Library closes at 5 p.m. November 23-24: Library closed for Thanksgiving
Cooking & Culture for Kids
Friday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Ages: 0-3 with adult Registration required at https://bit.ly/ec-screenings-nov23 Do you have questions about your child's development? Sign up for a 30-minute individualized, free developmental conversation/screening with an early childhood expert in the community. Spanish-speaking families welcome. Depending on availability, any remaining open appointments will be open to drop-ins. If you have any questions, please contact Bal Swan Children's Center at 303-466-6308 for more information. Presented in partnership with Broomfield Early Childhood Council, Bal Swan Children's Center, and ENT Credit Union.
Wednesday, Nov. 8, 4-5 p.m. Ages: 6-10 Registration required on compass.broomfield.org Get mixing! Explore the world through food with new recipes, fun and friends. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy. World vegan cuisine presented by Trini Rican Vegan.
School's Out! Fun and Games at the Library Tuesday, Nov. 21, 1-3 p.m. Ages: Kindergarten - 5th Grade Looking for something to do during school break? Come to the library for fun and games in this special program just for for elementary aged kids in Kindergarten to 5th grade.
Open Hours: Monday-Thursday (9 a.m.-9 p.m.) Friday-Saturday (9 a.m.-5 p.m.), Sunday (1-5 p.m.)
Children’s Library Calendar
NOVEMBER 2023
720-887-2315 broomfieldchildrenslibrary.org
Sunday
Monday
Oct. 29
Tuesday
Oct. 30
Wednesday
Thursday
Oct. 31
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Toddler & Preschool Storytime (Ages: 2-5) 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Multilingual Music & Movement (Ages: 2-5) 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Friday 2
Baby Storytime (Ages: 0-2) 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
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Holiday Decorations and Wrapping Paper Swap (Ages: Adults 18+) 2-4 p.m.
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Toddler & Preschool Storytime (Ages: 2-5) 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Multilingual Music & Movement (Ages: 2-5) 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Cooking & Culture for Kids (Ages: 6-10) 4 p.m.
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Toddler & Preschool Storytime (Ages: 2-5) 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Multilingual Music & Movement (Ages: 2-5) 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 4th & 5th Grade Book Club (Grades: 4-5) 4 p.m.
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21 School's Out! Fun and Games at the Library (Grades: K-5) 1-3 p.m.
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Toddler & Preschool Storytime (Ages: 2-5) 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Multilingual Music & Movement (Ages: 2-5) 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Stay & Play with LEGOs (Ages: 5-10) 1-3 p.m.
11 LIBRARY CLOSED
VETERAN’S DAY
Read to a Dog (Grades: K-5) 3:45 p.m.
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Baby Storytime (Ages: 0-2) 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
18 Baby & Toddler Play Time (Ages: 0-3) 9:30 a.m.
Read to a Dog (Grades: K-5) 3:45 p.m.
23 LIBRARY CLOSED
24 LIBRARY CLOSED
THANKSGIVING DAY
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Baby Storytime (Ages: 0-2) 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
22 LIBRARY CLOSES AT 5:00 P.M.
3 Early Childhood Screenings and Developmental Conversations (Ages: 0-3) 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Read to a Dog (Grades: K-5) 3:45 p.m.
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Saturday
30 Baby Storytime (Ages: 0-2) 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Dec. 1
25 Dungeons & Dragons Community Group (Ages: 10-Adult) 1-4 p.m.
Dec. 2 Stay & Play with LEGOs (Ages: 5-10) 1-3 p.m.
Read to a Dog (Grades: K-5) 3:45 p.m.
Events are at the library unless otherwise stated. Broomfield Library 3 Community Park Rd, Broomfield, CO 80020
*See the Library Program Calendar for information about all library events. compass.broomfield.org