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Young Chautauqua Club≈ 18 mi

Young Chautauqua Club

Today · 3:45 PM – 5 PM

Estes Park Middle School · Estes Park · ≈ 18 mi

FREEAll agesMuseums

Young Chautauqua invites youth ages 9 and up to step into the life of a historical figure! Participants research a person from history, create a costume, and develop, memorize, and rehearse a presentation based on their figure’s life, words, and writings. Led by middle school English teacher and acting coach Katherine Dumont, this program has helped young people explore history, acting, public speaking, and creative expression for more than 10 years. The program requires a commitment to research, practice, and participation. Younger children are welcome with an accompanying adult. The series ends with community performances, where participants bring their historical figures to life for an audience. Adults are encouraged to participate, too! Location: Estes Park Middle School, Room 126 More information can be found here.

Tween Dragon Slayers≈ 18 mi

Tween Dragon Slayers

Wednesday · 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Estes Park Memorial Observatory · Estes Park · ≈ 18 mi

FREEAll agesOutdoors

This ongoing program is currently full. If you are interested in joining, please email Teen Librarian Bre Vegas and with enough additional interest, we may launch a second Tween D&D Group! Tweens (10-13 years old) interested in learning to play Dungeons & Dragons are invited to join the fun! Make new friends while exploring your imagination, building cooperation, and strengthening your problem-solving skills. Snacks and refreshments provided. This program is designed for 10-13 year olds. Registration is required and space is limited. Adventure awaits!

Young Chautauqua Club≈ 18 mi

Young Chautauqua Club

Thu, Nov 12 · 3:45 PM – 5 PM

Estes Park Middle School · Estes Park · ≈ 18 mi

FREEAll agesMuseums

Young Chautauqua invites youth ages 9 and up to step into the life of a historical figure! Participants research a person from history, create a costume, and develop, memorize, and rehearse a presentation based on their figure’s life, words, and writings. Led by middle school English teacher and acting coach Katherine Dumont, this program has helped young people explore history, acting, public speaking, and creative expression for more than 10 years. The program requires a commitment to research, practice, and participation. Younger children are welcome with an accompanying adult. The series ends with community performances, where participants bring their historical figures to life for an audience. Adults are encouraged to participate, too! Location: Estes Park Middle School, Room 126 More information can be found here.

Friday Kids Club at YMCA: Fall Tree Trolls & Forest Cottages≈ 18 mi

Friday Kids Club at YMCA: Fall Tree Trolls & Forest Cottages

Fri, Nov 13 · 1 PM – 2 PM

YMCA of the Rockies- Mootz Family Craft and Design Center · Estes Park · ≈ 18 mi

FREEAll agesOutdoors

Join the library at the Mootz Craft & Design Center for a fun, nature-inspired fall crafting program! Participants will create whimsical tree trolls and enchanted rocks using air-dry clay, moss, and stone. We’ll also build charming forest cottages using rocks, recycled soda bottles, and wooden sticks, then decorate our creations with colorful mushrooms, dried oranges, acorns, and other natural materials. Let your imagination run wild as we bring a little woodland magic to life! Space is limited; please register in advance.

Tween/Teen Hydro Dip Tumbler≈ 18 mi

Tween/Teen Hydro Dip Tumbler

Sat, Nov 14 · 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

Creativity Cabin Estes Park · Estes Park · ≈ 18 mi

FREEAll agesFestivals

This week, we will be hydro-dipping and painting tumblers in celebration of Spice Up the Season November! THIS PROGRAM WILL BE AT THE CREATIVE CABIN. Registration is required for each session.

Saturday Kids Club at YMCA: Fall Tree Trolls & Forest Cottages≈ 18 mi

Saturday Kids Club at YMCA: Fall Tree Trolls & Forest Cottages

Sat, Nov 14 · 1 PM – 2 PM

YMCA of the Rockies- Mootz Family Craft and Design Center · Estes Park · ≈ 18 mi

FREEAll agesOutdoors

Join the library at the Mootz Crafts & Design Center for a fun, nature-inspired fall crafting program! Participants will create whimsical tree trolls using air-dry clay, moss, and branches. We’ll also build charming forest cottages using rocks, recycled soda bottles, and wooden sticks, then decorate our creations with colorful mushrooms, dried oranges, acorns, and other natural materials. Let your imagination run wild as we bring a little woodland magic to life! Space is limited; please register in advance.

Young Chautauqua Club≈ 18 mi

Young Chautauqua Club

Thu, Nov 19 · 3:45 PM – 5 PM

Estes Park Middle School · Estes Park · ≈ 18 mi

FREEAll agesMuseums

Young Chautauqua invites youth ages 9 and up to step into the life of a historical figure! Participants research a person from history, create a costume, and develop, memorize, and rehearse a presentation based on their figure’s life, words, and writings. Led by middle school English teacher and acting coach Katherine Dumont, this program has helped young people explore history, acting, public speaking, and creative expression for more than 10 years. The program requires a commitment to research, practice, and participation. Younger children are welcome with an accompanying adult. The series ends with community performances, where participants bring their historical figures to life for an audience. Adults are encouraged to participate, too! Location: Estes Park Middle School, Room 126 More information can be found here.

Tween/Teen: Hydro Dip Tumbler≈ 18 mi

Tween/Teen: Hydro Dip Tumbler

Sat, Nov 21 · 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Creativity Cabin Estes Park · Estes Park · ≈ 18 mi

FREEAll agesFestivals

This week, we will be hydro-dipping and painting tumblers in celebration of Spice Up the Season November! THIS PROGRAM WILL BE AT THE CREATIVE CABIN. Registration is required for each session.

Catch the Glow Parade≈ 18 mi

Catch the Glow Parade

Fri, Nov 27 · 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Offsite Event · Estes Park · ≈ 18 mi

FREEAll agesSeasonal

This enchanting parade showcases over 40 dazzling entries, including handcrafted floats from the Town of Estes Park and local nonprofits, lively marching bands, gleaming fire trucks, and specialty vehicles. Don’t miss this beloved holiday tradition that brings joy and wonder to all! Be sure to look for the Library's float, designed by a local youth and recreated in full scale by Parade Director Michael Young.

Tween & Teen Advisory Council≈ 18 mi

Tween & Teen Advisory Council

Sun, Nov 29 · 11 AM – 12 PM

Raven's Roast · Estes Park · ≈ 18 mi

FREEAll agesOutdoors

The Tween & Teen Advisory Council is designed for youth to advise Youth Librarian Vegas on current areas of interest, help plan tween and teen programs, discuss the construction of a new teen space in the Library, and identify outreach opportunities. With this direct input from our tweens and teens, we strive to make the Library a place where all youth can develop community around books, movies, programming, and more. These meetings will count toward volunteer service hours with the Estes Park School District and will help make the Library a great place for tweens and teens to engage with one another. While the library is under renovation, these meetings will take place at Raven's Roast, where participants will receive one small beverage or snack.

Tween Dragon Slayers≈ 18 mi

Tween Dragon Slayers

Wed, Dec 2 · 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Estes Park Memorial Observatory · Estes Park · ≈ 18 mi

FREEAll agesOutdoors

This ongoing program is currently full. If you are interested in joining, please email Teen Librarian Bre Vegas and with enough additional interest, we may launch a second Tween D&D Group! Tweens (10-13 years old) interested in learning to play Dungeons & Dragons are invited to join the fun! Make new friends while exploring your imagination, building cooperation, and strengthening your problem-solving skills. Snacks and refreshments provided. This program is designed for 10-13 year olds. Registration is required and space is limited. Adventure awaits!

Young Chautauqua Club≈ 18 mi

Young Chautauqua Club

Thu, Dec 3 · 3:45 PM – 5 PM

Estes Park Middle School · Estes Park · ≈ 18 mi

FREEAll agesMuseums

Young Chautauqua invites youth ages 9 and up to step into the life of a historical figure! Participants research a person from history, create a costume, and develop, memorize, and rehearse a presentation based on their figure’s life, words, and writings. Led by middle school English teacher and acting coach Katherine Dumont, this program has helped young people explore history, acting, public speaking, and creative expression for more than 10 years. The program requires a commitment to research, practice, and participation. Younger children are welcome with an accompanying adult. The series ends with community performances, where participants bring their historical figures to life for an audience. Adults are encouraged to participate, too! Location: Estes Park Middle School, Room 126 More information can be found here.

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