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≈ 12 miToday · 9:15 AM – 2:15 PM
Longmont Museum · Longmont · ≈ 12 mi
<p>Discovery Days is an early childhood program for children ages 2 to 6 and their caregivers to have fun together with educational, hands-on art, music, and movement activities.</p>\n
≈ 13 miToday · 1 PM – 2 PM
YMCA of the Rockies- Mootz Family Craft and Design Center · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
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.
≈ 13 miToday · 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Creativity Cabin Estes Park · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
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.
≈ 13 miTomorrow · 12:30 PM – 4 PM
Raven's Roast · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
Teens 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 13-18 year olds. Registration is required and space is limited. Adventure awaits!
≈ 13 miMonday · 10:15 AM – 11:45 AM
Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies Downstairs Room #6 · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
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.)
≈ 13 miWednesday · 4:30 PM – 7 PM
Estes Valley Community Center · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
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.
≈ 13 miWednesday · 10 AM – 11 AM
YMCA of the Rockies- Mootz Family Craft and Design Center · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
Join us for a whimsical, mushroom-themed crafting adventure! Inspired by the book Mushroom in the Rain, little artists will paint their own tiny ceramic mushroom plates and create fun mushroom art using paper plates. It’s a playful opportunity for children to explore their creativity, enjoy a story-inspired craft, and take home their very own mushroom masterpieces! This program will be held at the Mootz Craft & Design Center. Space is limited; Registration is required. The Tiny Tot Craft Club library programs are designed for children aged 3 to 5 and their caregivers. These programs focus on early literacy through crafts tailored to this age group.
≈ 13 miFriday · 1 PM – 2 PM
YMCA of the Rockies- Mootz Family Craft and Design Center · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
Get ready for a fun-filled creative spiced adventure with the library at the Mootz Craft & Design Center! Kids will put their senses to the test with a tea tasting challenge, make delicious honey-spiced lollipops, and design their own doodle mugs. From discovering new flavors to creating one-of-a-kind masterpieces, this hands-on program is the perfect blend of creativity, curiosity, and sweet fun. Come ready to sip, create, and explore! Space is limited; please register in advance.
≈ 13 miSat, Nov 21 · 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Creativity Cabin Estes Park · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
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.
15 miSat, Nov 21 · 3 PM – 5 PM
Museum of Boulder · Boulder · 15 mi
Have You Seen My Gods, A special screening of Amitabh Joshi’s powerful documentary exploring Nepal’s stolen sacred heritage. REGISTER HERE For our November program, we would like to host an exclusive screening of Have You Seen My Gods? , followed by a special appearance by Alisha Sijapati . The program will create an opportunity for audiences to engage more deeply with themes of Nepali heritage, spirituality, identity, cultural memory, and preservation through film and conversation. About the film: Sparked by his grandmother’s ailing health, a filmmaker returns to Kathmandu, a city of vanished gods and fading rituals. When the Laxmi Narayan statue, stolen in the 1980s, resurfaces in a U.S. museum, its repatriation, led by local activists, becomes a path he follows through ritual, shrines, and the diaspora. Featuring rare archival footage of Kathmandu from the 1950s and a quiet investigative thread that uncovers the identity of the art collector who acquired the statue, the film becomes a lyrical elegy and a quiet act of resistance against colonial theft and cultural erasure. Join the Colorado Nepalese Community for a screening of this 60-minute documentary, winner of Best Documentary at the Nepal-America International Film Festival, followed by a Q&A with director Amitabh Joshi , on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 3 to 5 PM at The Museum of Boulder, 2205 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80302. This program was created in partnership with the Colorado Nepalese Community as part of the Heritage in Motion: Third Series exhibit on display at the Museum of Boulder from August 22, 2026 – January 3, 2027.
≈ 13 miSun, Nov 22 · 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Makerspace · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
Homeschool families interested in learning to play family-friendly Dungeons & Dragons are invited to join the fun! Make new friends while exploring your imagination, building cooperation, and strengthening your problem-solving skills. This month we will be helping a town baker whose secret spice has been stolen, and he doesn't know who is to blame, but he needs it back in time for the great bake-off! Registration is required and space is limited. Adventure awaits!
≈ 13 miSun, Nov 22 · 12:30 PM – 4 PM
Raven's Roast · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
Teens 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 13-18 year olds. Registration is required and space is limited. Adventure awaits!
≈ 13 miTue, Nov 24 · 1 PM – 2 PM
Wasson Board Room · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
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.
≈ 13 miSun, Nov 29 · 11 AM – 12 PM
Raven's Roast · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
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.
≈ 13 miSun, Nov 29 · 1 PM – 4:30 PM
Makerspace · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
Calling all adventurers! Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons–themed craft adventure where you’ll color your own dice tray, sew a dice bag, and make a mimic treasure chest. As you craft, enjoy themed music and work together to battle a monster using a variety of D&D-inspired skill checks. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or new to the game, there’s something for everyone! Registration is required and space is limited. Adventure awaits!
≈ 13 miWed, Dec 2 · 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Estes Park Memorial Observatory · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
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!
12 miSat, Dec 5 · 9 AM – 3 PM
Berthoud Recreation Center at Waggener Farm Park · Berthoud · 12 mi
Join us for the 5th Annual Winter Craft Fair at the Berthoud Recreation Center! Shop from over 60 Colorado artisans from the Front Range and surrounding communities. https://www.berthoud.org/calendar.aspx?EID=7230
≈ 13 miSun, Dec 6 · 12:30 PM – 4 PM
Raven's Roast · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
Teens 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 13-18 year olds. Registration is required and space is limited. Adventure awaits!
15 miMon, Dec 7 · 10 AM – 11 AM
Museum of Boulder · Boulder · 15 mi
First Mondays of the month at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM October 5, November 2, December 7, January 4 Drop-in, free with admission to the Museum of Boulder If the cost is prohibitive to you, please pay what you wish. Join us for an hour of bilingual joy with your little one! Sing, move, play, explore, and enjoy stories together with Luna Cultura . Manitas Creativas welcomes families who are learning Spanish, families who speak Spanish at home, and families who speak English at home and want to explore bilingual environments. About Luna Cultura: We are a bilingual, bicultural, and woman-owned company committed to building strong, inclusive communities through the transformative power of art, science, and culture. At Luna Cultura, Art, Science and Culture for Thriving Communities, LLC, we envision communities where creativity, wellness, and justice can thrive. Rooted in ancestral wisdom and intergenerational learning, our work fosters skill-building, leadership, and healing, based on the principles of buen vivir —a holistic approach to good living and collective well-being.
≈ 13 miMon, Dec 7 · 5:30 PM – 7 PM
Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies Library · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
NOTE: During the Library renovation, from June 2026 through January 2027, the Monthly Writing Group evening session will be held in the library of 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 evening session will be held in the library of the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies, 1700 Brodie Ave. 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.
≈ 13 miWed, Dec 9 · 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Estes Park Memorial Observatory · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
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!
15 miSat, Dec 12 · 10 AM – 4 PM
Museum of Boulder · Boulder · 15 mi
Saturday, December 12 & Sunday, December 13, 2026 | 10 AM – 4 PM FREE Admission Join the Museum of Boulder for our Holiday Art Fair on December 12 and 13! Shop a selection of original artwork, handmade goods, jewelry, unique gifts, and more from local artists and makers. While you’re here, explore the Museum of Boulder’s exhibitions and discover the stories, history, and communities that make Boulder unique. This two-day event offers an opportunity to support Boulder’s creative community while shopping for the holidays. Enjoy warm, seasonal food and beverages available for purchase throughout the weekend. On Saturday, make a day of it! Stop by the museum for your holiday shopping, then head downtown that evening for Downtown Boulder’s annual Lights of December Parade , where you can wave to the Museum of Boulder team in the parade! Holiday Shopping at the Museum Gift Shop Explore the Museum of Boulder Gift Shop , featuring locally crafted goods, Colorado-themed gifts, books, home décor, and exclusive museum merchandise. Discover a special selection of Nepali products inspired by our Heritage in Motion exhibition, many sourced directly from women-owned businesses and artisans in Nepal. Museum of Boulder members also receive 20% off Gift Shop purchases during December 12–13! Not a member? Join during the event weekend to take advantage of this special discount, increased from the usual 10% member benefit. Calling Local Artists & Makers! We’re inviting local artists and makers to participate in our Holiday Art Fair and showcase their original artwork, handmade goods, and creative gifts to the Boulder community. Artists may apply to participate on Saturday, Sunday, or both days. Booth space is limited, and submitting an application does not guarantee participation. Artist Booth Fees: $50 per day $40 per day for currently enrolled high school and college/university students Participating artists will be responsible for staffing their own booths and processing their own s
≈ 13 miSun, Dec 13 · 12:30 PM – 4 PM
Raven's Roast · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
Teens 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 13-18 year olds. Registration is required and space is limited. Adventure awaits!
15 miSun, Dec 13 · 10 AM – 4 PM
Museum of Boulder · Boulder · 15 mi
Saturday, December 12 & Sunday, December 13, 2026 | 10 AM – 4 PM FREE Admission Join the Museum of Boulder for our Holiday Art Fair on December 12 and 13! Shop a selection of original artwork, handmade goods, jewelry, unique gifts, and more from local artists and makers. While you’re here, explore the Museum of Boulder’s exhibitions and discover the stories, history, and communities that make Boulder unique. This two-day event offers an opportunity to support Boulder’s creative community while shopping for the holidays. Enjoy warm, seasonal food and beverages available for purchase throughout the weekend. On Saturday, make a day of it! Stop by the museum for your holiday shopping, then head downtown that evening for Downtown Boulder’s annual Lights of December Parade , where you can wave to the Museum of Boulder team in the parade! Holiday Shopping at the Museum Gift Shop Explore the Museum of Boulder Gift Shop , featuring locally crafted goods, Colorado-themed gifts, books, home décor, and exclusive museum merchandise. Discover a special selection of Nepali products inspired by our Heritage in Motion exhibition, many sourced directly from women-owned businesses and artisans in Nepal. Museum of Boulder members also receive 20% off Gift Shop purchases during December 12–13! Not a member? Join during the event weekend to take advantage of this special discount, increased from the usual 10% member benefit. Calling Local Artists & Makers! We’re inviting local artists and makers to participate in our Holiday Art Fair and showcase their original artwork, handmade goods, and creative gifts to the Boulder community. Artists may apply to participate on Saturday, Sunday, or both days. Booth space is limited, and submitting an application does not guarantee participation. Artist Booth Fees: $50 per day $40 per day for currently enrolled high school and college/university students Participating artists will be responsible for staffing their own booths and processing their own s
≈ 13 miWed, Dec 16 · 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Estes Valley Community Center · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
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, we will be exploring the cozy lands of Russia in winter by making Russian Dumplings, Pelmeni, meat dumplings originally from Siberia, and vareniki, dumplings similar to pelmeni, but they're stuffed with cheese and mashed potatoes, Participants must be between the ages of 10-18
21 miFri, Dec 18 · 10 AM – 10:30 AM
WOW! Children's Museum · Lafayette · 21 mi
Join us for this series of stories and crafts led by WOW! super volunteer, Korrie! Each session will be a new topic, storytime, and craft. This session's theme:…
≈ 13 miSun, Dec 20 · 12:30 PM – 4 PM
Raven's Roast · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
Teens 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 13-18 year olds. Registration is required and space is limited. Adventure awaits!
≈ 13 miMon, Dec 21 · 10:15 AM – 11:45 AM
Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies Downstairs Room #6 · Estes Park · ≈ 13 mi
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.)
15 miMon, Jan 4 · 10 AM – 11 AM
Museum of Boulder · Boulder · 15 mi
First Mondays of the month at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM October 5, November 2, December 7, January 4 Drop-in, free with admission to the Museum of Boulder If the cost is prohibitive to you, please pay what you wish. Join us for an hour of bilingual joy with your little one! Sing, move, play, explore, and enjoy stories together with Luna Cultura . Manitas Creativas welcomes families who are learning Spanish, families who speak Spanish at home, and families who speak English at home and want to explore bilingual environments. About Luna Cultura: We are a bilingual, bicultural, and woman-owned company committed to building strong, inclusive communities through the transformative power of art, science, and culture. At Luna Cultura, Art, Science and Culture for Thriving Communities, LLC, we envision communities where creativity, wellness, and justice can thrive. Rooted in ancestral wisdom and intergenerational learning, our work fosters skill-building, leadership, and healing, based on the principles of buen vivir —a holistic approach to good living and collective well-being.