YMCA of the Rockies- Mootz Family Craft and Design Center · Estes Park · ≈ 18 mi
FREEAll agesSeasonal
Get your goggles and gloves ready for science with Mark at this Saturday Kids Club. Did you know a tiny pinch of pepper can completely change the flavor of your dinner? Well, scientists do the exact same thing with 'Spice Metals'! Join us at the Mootz Craft & Design Center ,where we’re going to learn about a super cool metal called gallium that has some amazing tricks up its sleeve. Then, we'll check out aerogel, which is so light it's nicknamed 'frozen smoke.' We'll find out why NASA actually uses this ghostly material to catch speeding comet dust in outer space Space is limited; please register in advance.
You know how a tiny pinch of pepper can completely change the flavor of your dinner? Well, scientists do the exact same thing with 'spice metals'! So come to the Library; we’re going to learn about a super cool metal called gallium that has some amazing tricks up its sleeve. Then, we'll check out aerogel, which is so light it's nicknamed 'frozen smoke.' We'll find out why NASA actually uses this ghostly material to catch speeding comet dust in outer space!
Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies Downstairs Room #6 · Estes Park · ≈ 18 mi
FREEAll agesSeasonal
NOTE: During the Library renovation, from June 2026 through January 2027, the Monthly Writing Group morning session will be held at the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies, 1700 Brodie Ave. See below for detailed room information. Calling all writers, aspiring writers, and anyone interested in writing! Join us at the Library to share your writing, enjoy others' work, and receive/provide feedback. All genres (fiction, poetry, nonfiction) and forms are welcome. The group is held on: The first Monday of every month from 5:30-7 PM (evening session) The third Monday of every month from 10:15-11:45 AM (morning session) If a meeting falls on a holiday, we will generally try to reschedule. After introductions, we'll do a brief creative exercise if time allows, then go around the room to share completed work or work in progress. Each participant will have the opportunity to share, then the other members of the group will reflect, ask questions, and provide constructive feedback. (We'll cap sharing at around five minutes to be mindful of time, and we'll agree to ground rules that will help keep the discussion respectful and productive.) Our goal is to provide participants with a welcoming space to share their work, receive feedback, and build community through writing. Participants are strongly encouraged to register for each session they plan to attend (see below). Sessions with one or fewer registrants will be canceled. For a given session, please email the work you plan to share (no more than about five minutes of reading, please) to Adult Services Librarian Eric White at ewhite@estesvalleylibrary.org, and Eric will print a copy for each registrant to use for reading and commenting. Please do your best to fit your work on a single double-sided sheet. All copies will be returned to the submitter. For more about the group (format, ground rules, suggestions for a productive session), please see the attached document. We hope you'll join us! Location information During the Library renovation, from June 2026 through January 2027, the Monthly Writing Group morning session will be held at the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies, 1700 Brodie Ave. We'll meet in two different spaces: From June through August, we'll meet in the church library: From the main (south) door, cross the foyer, pass the rock wall with the quilted wall hanging on your right, then take your first right, into the door with the "Grether Library" sign above it. It's right across from the church office. From September through January, we'll meet in Downstairs Room #6: From the main (south) door, cross the foyer, turn right at the rock wall with the quilted wall hanging, go down two flights of stairs, take the first left, then turn left again right after the water fountain. If you have mobility issues and need an alternative to the stairs, we can accommodate you! Please contact Adult Services Librarian Eric White at ewhite@estesvalleylibrary.org / 970-586-8116 x832 for directions. (You'll use a different parking lot and door to access the building.)
Estes Valley Community Center · Estes Park · ≈ 18 mi
FREEAll agesSeasonal
Cooking & Culture invites tweens and teens to travel the world through food! Each session, participants will learn to prepare a dish from a different country while exploring the traditions, history, and cultural significance behind the cuisine. From popular street foods to family recipes, every program offers a new opportunity to expand culinary skills and discover the diverse flavors that connect people around the globe. Whether you're an experienced cook or trying something new for the first time, Cooking & Culture is a fun, hands-on way to build confidence in the kitchen, learn about different cultures, and enjoy delicious food together. Come hungry for both great food and new experiences! This month, Cooking & Culture celebrates one of America's most beloved traditions—Thanksgiving! Participants will prepare classic holiday favorites, including green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, ham, and pumpkin pie, while exploring the history, customs, and evolution of this annual celebration. Participants must be between the ages of 10-18.
You know how a tiny pinch of pepper can completely change the flavor of your dinner? Well, scientists do the exact same thing with 'spice metals'! So come to the Library; we’re going to learn about a super cool metal called gallium that has some amazing tricks up its sleeve. Then, we'll check out aerogel, which is so light it's nicknamed 'frozen smoke.' We'll find out why NASA actually uses this ghostly material to catch speeding comet dust in outer space!
Get cozy and creative with this festive fall craft! We’ll turn fabric scraps into adorable stuffed pumpkins that make the perfect autumn decorations. Finished with cinnamon stick stems, these charming little pumpkins will add a wonderful seasonal scent to your home! Space is limited; Registration required. Please note: This craft involves needlework and hot glue guns.
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.
You know how a tiny pinch of pepper can completely change the flavor of your dinner? Well, scientists do the exact same thing with 'spice metals'! So come to the Library; we’re going to learn about a super cool metal called gallium that has some amazing tricks up its sleeve. Then, we'll check out aerogel, which is so light it's nicknamed 'frozen smoke.' We'll find out why NASA actually uses this ghostly material to catch speeding comet dust in outer space!
≈ 18 mi
