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Issue 10 / May-July 2019

#OUTSIDETHELIBRARY #INTHECOMMUNITYA UNIVERSE OF STORIES BOOKMARK CONTEST YJune 1 – 30, all Aurora Public Library locationsBreak out the colored pencils! Pick up a bookmark contest template at your local library and create a bookmark with the theme of “A Universe of Stories” for a chance to have it printed by Aurora Public Library. Staff and patrons will vote for their favorites in July.

PURRFECT READING BUDDY* %Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.Aurora Animal Shelter, 15750 E. 32nd Ave. May 11 • June 15 • July 20 Kids practice their reading skills while providing enrichment for cats waiting for their forever homes at the Aurora Animal Shelter. 30-min. intervals. Visit AuroraLibrary.org or call 303.739.6589 to register.

AURORA CRAFT BREWS TOURExplore Aurora and its exciting craft brews scene during our fourth annual Aurora Craft Brews Tour! Visit participating locations between May 1 and Oct. 31, make a purchase and have a brewery staff member stamp your passport. Make your way to five participating breweries to receive a commemorative glass; visit 10 to receive a glass growler! We will be hosting fun events at participating breweries too. Attend these special events to receive a bonus prize! Glasses and growlers are available while supplies last at all Aurora Public Library locations through Nov. 7. Passports are available at all Aurora Public Library locations, online at AuroraLibrary.org and at participating locations.Craft Night @ Comrade Brewing CompanyThursday, May 9, 6 p.m. $Comrade Brewing Company, 7667 E. Iliff Ave. Get your DIY on with easy, brew-inspired crafts! Beer & Doughnut Pairing @ Peak to Peak Tap & Brew*June 7, 6:30 p.m. $Peak to Peak Tap & Brew – Colfax, 9735 E. Colfax Ave. Celebrate National Doughnut Day by pairing sweet treats with great local craft beers! Adults 21+ only. Science Fiction & Fact Trivia @ Launch Pad Brewery Wednesday, June 12, 7 p.m.Launch Pad Brewery, 884 S. Buckley RoadEnter the world of science fiction and fact and put your knowledge to the test to win prizes! Trivia topics will include popular sci-fi, such as Star Wars and Star Trek, classic sci-fi novels, facts about space and science and more to go along with our Summer Learning Program – A Universe of Stories. Harry Potter Yoga @ Bent Barley Brewing Company*Saturday, June 22, 11 a.m. $Bent Barley Brewing Company, 6200 S. Main St., Suite 110 Enter the magical world of Harry Potter through themed yoga poses. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel. Wands will be provided via Mr. Ollivander’s Wand Shop. Book Scene @ Pilothouse Brewing Company*Sunday, July 21, 2 p.m. $Pilothouse Brewing Company, 4233 S. Buckley RoadChange your scene! Explore different literary genres as we travel around the Aurora/Denver area for this themed bookclub. Pick a book from the book list (emailed upon registration) or visit the Central Library Reference desk. This quarter, we’ll be visiting Pilothouse Brewing Company for a tour and a discussion of

alternative histories!

AUTHOR VISIT: SUSAN MALLERY* Thursday, June 13, 7 p.m.Aurora Fox Arts Center, 9900 E. Colfax Ave.Tattered Cover Book Store and Aurora Public Library welcome bestselling author Susan Mallery for a special presentation and book signing celebrating the release of her new novel “The Summer of Sunshine and Margot” (released June 11). Books will be available for purchase from Tattered Cover Book Store. Registration is required and space is limited. Visit AuroraLibrary.org to register.

ASTRONOMY NIGHT @ MORRISON NATURE CENTER* YSaturday, July 20, 8:30 p.m., Morrison Nature Center, 16002 E. Smith RoadJoin us for a night of family fun learning about stars and space! We’ll start the evening inside with space-themed activities before stepping out into Star K Ranch to learn about the universe around us. Visit AuroraLibrary.org to register.

VOLUNTEER TEEN BOOK REVIEWER bEarn volunteer time for approved reviews. Reviews may be posted on social media or in the library. Books must be shelved in our Young Adult section and be available at any Aurora Public Library. Contact [email protected] for more information.

RECURRING PROGRAMSBOOK CLUBSBooks at the BarMay 11 • June 8 • July 6 $Meet up at a local brewery for lively discussions on popular and contemporary literature. Register online and we’ll contact you via email with the title of the next book as well as the location of that month’s brewery. Adults 21+ only.Short Story Book ClubSaturdays, 3 p.m. MVL $A book club for busy adults. Each month’s readings can be completed in an hour or less. Copies available at Mission Viejo front desk or by emailing [email protected].• May 11: “Housewifely Arts” by Megan Mayhew Bergman &

“Paper Menagerie” by Ken Liu• June 8: “The Writer in the Family” by E. L. Doctorow & “His

Father’s Son” by Edith Wharton• July 13: “The Adventure of the Speckled Band” by Sir

Arthur Conan Doyle & “The Adventure of the Sealed Room” by Andy Weir.

Teen Book ClubThursdays, 4:30 p.m. MVL bDon’t worry: You won’t be graded on it. This book club is run by teens and for teens. • May 2: “Small Spaces” by Katherine Arden• June 6: “The Golden Compass” by Philip Pullman• July 11: “The Crossroads” by Chris GrabensteinTeen Comic Book ClubThursdays, 4:30 p.m. MVL b• May 16: “Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Avengers”• June 20: “Spider-Verse: Miles Morales”• July 25: “Avengers: The Final Host”1

Daytime Booklovers Book ClubWednesdays, 10:30 a.m. CEN $• May 15: “Fascism: A Warning” by Madeline Albright• June 19: “Year of Wonders” by Geraldine Brooks• July 17: “Los Alamos” by Joseph Kanon Non-Fiction Book ClubTuesdays, 1 p.m. CEN $• May 7: “The Sixth Extinction” by Elizabeth Kolbert• June 4: “Stranger in the Woods” by Michael Finkel• July 2: “Valiant Ambition” by Nathaniel PhilbrickCults, Conspiracies and Secret Societies Book Club*Thursday, July 11, 4 p.m. ILF $Was the moon landing faked? What happened at Jonestown? Are there reptilian overlords living under Denver International Airport? We’ll discuss these topics and many more in this inaugural meeting of the Cults, Conspiracies and Secret Societies Book Club.Bring Your Own Book Club*Saturdays, 4 p.m. ILF $May 25 • June 22 • July 27If you want to join a book club, but you hate assigned reading, this is the book club for you! Bring whatever book you’re currently reading and loving to the Iliff Square Library to share with the group. Snacks provided. True Crime Book Club*Saturdays, noon ILF $Love true crime? So do we! Let’s get together and talk about it. Once a month, we’ll discuss our favorite crime TV shows, movies, podcasts and a book of that month. • May 25: “I’ll be Gone in the Dark” by Michelle McNamara• June 22: “The World of Lore: Wicked Mortals” by Aaron

Mahnke• July 27: “Manhunt” by James L. Swanson Tiny Galaxies Book Club*Saturdays, noon ILF $Every month, we’ll be reading science fiction and fantasy short stories by today’s bestselling authors. Snacks and short stories provided.• May 11: “Selkie Stories are for Losers” by Sofia Samatar; “The

Need for Air” by Lettie Prell• June 8: “Head, Scales, Tongue, Tail” by Leigh Bardugo;

“Bread and Milk and Salt” by Sarah Gailey• July 13: “The Rabbit” by Daniel Ortberg; “The Paper

Menagerie” by Ken Liu

RECURRING PROGRAMS: FAMILYBetween the NotesTuesdays, 4:45 p.m. TLR YMay 7, 21 • June 4, 18 Free music lessons for violin and cello to all interested students. Each student must bring their own instrument. Cookies and ColoringWednesdays, 5 p.m. ILF YMay 22 • June 26 • July 24Come color with markers, colored pencils and crayons while munching on delicious cookies! Game Du JourTuesdays, 4 p.m. HOF YThere are all kinds of games in this world and at each weekly meeting, we’ll play a different type of game. Take part in some of your old favorites and discover some new ones.

Family CraftSaturdays, 3:30 p.m. MLK YMay 18: Spa DayJune 15: Space Snow GlobeJuly 20: UFOs

Chicken Foot Summer LeagueThursdays starting June 6, 3 p.m. MLK YTry your hand at our weekly, friendly competition of double-twelve dominoes.

Hatching Ducklings with 4-HTuesdays, 2 p.m. MVL YJoin us for an “egg-citing” STEM program at the library! We’re incubating eggs and learning all about the embryology of ducklings with 4-H. June 4: Eggs arrive and introduction to embryology June 18: Candling the eggs

RECURRING PROGRAMS: ADULTSAURORA: WHAT’S YOUR STORY?*What’s your story? Throughout 2019, we will be collecting stories from our community to share and to create a local history archive, and we want to hear your story! Call 303.739.6584 or email [email protected] to schedule a time to share your story on the below dates.

May – Me & My MomWednesday, May 8, 2 – 6 p.m. CEN Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. TLR

June - Me & My DadWednesday, June 5, 2 – 6 p.m. CEN Saturday, June 8, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. MVL

July - Where Were You When...?Wednesday, July 10, 2 – 6 p.m. CEN Saturday, July 13, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. HOF

These programs are presented by the city of Aurora Cultural Services Division. All classes require registration and span multiple dates. Please be sure your schedule allows you to attend all class dates before reserving your seat.

Watercolor Painting*Thursdays, 6 p.m. CEN $May 23, 30 • June 6, 13Explore painting with watercolor media! Learn how to use various techniques for texture and how to go from light to dark by layering colors. This class is suitable for beginner to intermediate adult artists. Series includes four sessions.

Explore Art: Drawing*Sundays, 11 a.m. CEN $May 5, 12, 19June 15, 22, 29Explore art through drawing while learning about the principles and elements of art! This class is suitable for beginner to intermediate adult artists. Each class includes three sessions. 2

Amateur Art Class*Saturdays, 3 p.m. MVL $May 4 • June 1 • July 6 A relaxing monthly art lesson where we test different mediums and learn basic concepts. Supplies are provided.

Art Appreciation: What to Look for When You Look at a Painting*Wednesdays, 1 p.m. ILF $Wednesdays, 5 p.m. MVL $May 8 • June 12 • July 10Join a discussion of art to learn what to look for in a painting and share your thoughts about what you see. Topics include subject matter, creation, colors, shapes, textures, contrast, movement and emotions evoked.

Adult Sewing LabWednesdays, 11 a.m. HOF $Want to learn basic repairs to clothing and other items? Need alterations to your favorite clothes and want to learn to do it yourself? Come to the Hoffman Sewing Lab and learn how! One-on-one direction or help when you need it.

Adult ArtingTuesdays, 11 a.m. HOF $Join us for this adult art class where we explore different art media. This is a great way to experiment with new hobbies or work on existing projects with new friends. Supplies are provided as well as some direction. Bring your creativity!

Sewing Lab Projects: Dress Making and TailoringFridays, 11 a.m. HOF $Learn garment construction and tailoring techniques in this three-month-long intensive. Now is the perfect time to learn to make all those wonderful things you’ve been wanting to make!

Genealogy Round TableSaturdays, 10 a.m. MVL $May 25 • June 29 • July 27Mondays, 5:30 p.m. TLR $May 6 • June 3 • July 1A chance to network with other genealogy enthusiasts and to share information and ideas for research.

Shaping Your Story: Adult Writing Club*Tuesday, 4 p.m. ILF $May 21 • June 18 • July 16This year’s theme is “What’s Your Story?” Come learn how to tell yours at our Adult Writing Club. Monthly themes:May: MemoirsJune: World-buildingJuly: History

One-on-One Writing Tutoring* CEN $Need a second pair of eyes to check your writing? Schedule an informal 30-minute session with a library staff member to go over a few pages of your work. Help available for varying topics. Register online or call 303.739.6630 to schedule your session.

Needle and Thread Cross-Stitch Club*Thursdays, 4 p.m. ILF $May 7 • June 4 • July 2Are you curious about cross-stitch? Come learn the basics of cross-

stitch or work on an existing project! Materials provided.

A Yarn About the WorldFridays, 11 a.m. HOF $May 3 • June 7 Join us as our resident globetrotter shares with us his journeys around the world in this fun monthly program.Yarn Club*Tuesdays, 4 p.m. ILF $May 28 • June 25 • July 23Come learn to knit and crochet, or work on an existing project! English Conversation Group/Grupo de Conversación en InglésWednesdays, 6:30 p.m. • Fridays, 4 p.m. CEN $A free, weekly group meant to help practice the English language and learn about American culture. Meets Wednesdays and Fridays.Free Legal Self-Help ClinicTuesdays, 3:30 p.m. CEN $May 7 • June 12 • July 2Free legal self-help clinic via computer link for people without an attorney. Volunteer attorneys answer questions, help fill out forms and explain the legal process in areas of family law, civil litigation, property law, probate law, collections, appeals, landlord-tenant law, veteran’s benefits and civil protection orders. This clinic is for information only and is not a substitute for legal representation. Patrons helped on a first-come, first-served basis.Computer One-On-One Help

PLACE DETAILS CEN Call 303.739.6630 to reserve a session HOF Tuesdays 11 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. MVL Tuesdays • Call 303.326.8600 to reserve a time • 5 p.m.

and 6 p.m. TLR Tuesdays • Call 303.627.6050 to reserve a time

Tech SOS HOF Thursdays 2-4 p.m. $ MLK Wednesdays, 10 a.m. $Do you need help learning computer basics? Have a new digital device you need help figuring out? Curious about library apps like hoopla digital or OverDrive? Stop by and we’ll help answer all of your tech-related questions.Drop-In Job HelpTuesdays, 11 a.m. MLK $Finding a job can be a frustrating and time-consuming task. Stop by to let us help guide you through any and all aspects of the job hunt, from building a resume or cover letter to searching for jobs online to preparing for an interview.Zen ColoringSaturdays, 4 p.m. ILF $May 11 • June 8 • July 13Need to unwind after a tough week? Come color at the library!

RECURRING PROGRAMS: TEENSPerler Bead Club*Fridays, 5 p.m. ILF bMay 31 • June 28 • July 26Make custom pixel art creations using perler beads!Anime ClubWednesdays, 4:30 p.m. MVL bMay 8 • June 12 • July 10, 24 Fridays, 5 p.m. ILF (registration required)May 24 • June 21 • July 19Come watch your favorite anime! Snacks provided.3

Teens Write*Fridays, 5 p.m. ILF bMay 17 • June 14 • July 12Write amazing stories focused on monthly themes like mystery, fantasy, science fiction and video games! Snacks provided. Game Design for Teens*Fridays, 5 p.m. ILF bMay 10 • June 7 • July 5Let’s talk game design! Learn coding basics, game design tips and tricks and the art of making immersive worlds during our monthly summer game design classes.Tabletop Gaming ClubWednesdays, 4:30 p.m. MVL bMay 15, 29 • June 19 • July 17Thursdays, 4:30 p.m. TLR bMay 23, 30 • June 27 • July 25Saturdays, 4 p.m. ILF bMay 18 • June 15Learn to play popular tabletop games like Catan, Betrayal at the House on the Hill, Fluxx, Tsuro and more!Dungeons & DragonsWednesdays, 4:30 p.m. MVL bMay 1 • June 5 • July 3Dust off your D20s and join us for some Teen D&D. Expect beginner-level tabletop role-playing, a bit of chaos and a lot of laughter. Newcomers are always welcome! Career SpeakersTuesdays, 6:15 p.m. MVL bMembers of the community offer Q&A sessions about their jobs to help teenagers exploring career options. May 14: Judy - CRNFA, Surgery with Robotics May 28: Jessica - Museum Curator June 11: Matt - Microsoft Gaming Expert

Teen Advisory Group bTeens! Join your local Teen Advisory Group and let your voice be heard! Plan fun library events like Nerf gun battles and stuffed animal sleepovers. Attendance counts as volunteer time AND there will be snacks.PLACE WHEN TIME CEN Thursdays, May 9, 23 • June 27 • July 11, 18 4 p.m. MVL Thursdays, May 9, 23 • June 13, 27 • July 18 4:30 p.m.

TLR Thursdays, May 2, 16 • June 6, 20 • July 18 4:30 p.m.

RECURRING PROGRAMS: TWEENCode Camp: Game Design*Thursdays, 3 p.m. CEN &June 6, 13, 20, 27 • July 11, 18, 25 • Aug. 1Create your own video games! Design and program your own video games using coding and computer science. Beginners welcome! Code Club*Tuesdays, 5 p.m. MVL &May 21 • June 18 • July 16Learn about basic coding concepts like variables, loops and if/then statements by playing fun flash games! If a child can bring their own laptop, they are not required to register.

Tween STEAM*Wednesdays, 5 p.m. ILF &May 15: Sidewalk Foam PaintJune 19: Straw Rocket RaceJuly 17: Galaxy SlimeTGI Friday ClubFridays, 4:30 p.m. MVL &Papercraft: May 3 • June 7 • July 5Perler Beads: May 10 • June 14 • July 12Nintendo Club: May 17 • June 21 • July 19Lego Club: May 24 • June 28 • July 26 Boys ClubFridays, 5 p.m. CEN &Play games, learn life skills and meet new friends! Snacks provided.

RECURRING PROGRAMS: K-5TH GRADELEGO® ClubSecond Tuesdays, 4 p.m. CEN %May 14 • June 11 • July 9Wednesdays, 4 p.m. TLR We supply the LEGO® bricks, you bring the creativity! Build-It-FridaysFridays, 3:30 p.m. MLK %Join us every Friday and use your imagination to engineer different buildings, cars or whatever you can imagine. We will use different materials every week for you to build with. Reading Tutoring for Elementary School StudentsSaturday, May 4, 10:15 a.m. MLK %Trained volunteers work with elementary school students to improve reading skills. Supported by Children’s Literacy Center, Colorado Springs. Call 719.471.8672 for information. Registration required through the Children’s Literacy Center. Read With Me*Wednesdays, 5 p.m. ILF %May 8 • June 12 • July 10Practice your reading with an adorable stuffed animal friend at the Iliff Square Library! Team up with your local library to share your love of reading with teddy bears everywhere. Reading BuddiesWednesdays in May, 4 p.m. CEN %Little buddies in kindergarten through third grade will spend 30 minutes engaged in reading and literacy activities with a big buddy (a volunteer or librarian). Drop-in 4-6 p.m. Homework HelpTuesdays in May, 5-7 p.m. CEN %Drop in for free homework assistance from a friendly volunteer or staff member. First come, first served from 5-7 p.m. Kids’ Sewing LabWednesdays, 4 p.m. HOF %May 1, 15 • June 5, 19 • July 3, 17Thursdays, 3 p.m. TLR %June 13 • July 11 Join us as we create something uniquely yours! We focus on basic sewing skills and having fun.Kids’ Coding ClubThursdays, 4 p.m. HOF %Learn how to code and explore robotics and technology emerging in our world.

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WEEKLY STORYTIMESAGES TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYBaby (0-23 months) CEN 10 a.m.

TLR 10:30 a.m. MVL 10:30 a.m.

Baby Dance (0-3 years) MVL 10:30 a.m. CEN 10 a.m. ILF 10:30 a.m.Toddler (2-3 years) CEN 11 a.m. CEN 11 a.m. TLR 10:30 a.m. Preschool (3-5 years) ILF 10:30 a.m. CEN 10 a.m.

TLR 10:30 a.m. MLK 10:30 a.m.

MVL 10:30 a.m. ILF 10:30 a.m.

All Ages (0-7 years) HOF 10:30 a.m. CEN 11 a.m.Spanish Storytime HOF 10:30 a.m.

We recommend arriving early for storytime; admittance is on a first-come, first-served basis. Caregivers must be present, as storytimes are designed to be interactive between child and adult.

SPECIAL STORYTIMES PLACE DATE TIMEBaby Play Group (0-23 months) TLR Tuesdays 11 a.m.Crafty Kids (2-5 years) TLR Thursdays, May 9, 23 • June 13, 27 • July 11, 25 10:30 a.m.

Growing Readers Together • Engaging early literacy activities after storytime

CEN Tuesdays, May 14 • June 11 • July 9Wednesdays, May 15 • June 12 • July 10

11:30 a.m.10:30 a.m.

Play-Doh Playtime (2-5 years) CEN Fridays, May 3 • June 7 • July 5 11 a.m.Sensory Storytime (3-10 years) • Designed for children who have Autism Spectrum Disorder or other developmental disabilities

CEN Saturdays, July 6 • Aug. 3 11 a.m.

STEM Storytime (2-5 years) TLR Wednesdays, June 5 • July 24 10:30 a.m.Tots Tunes (2-5 years) TLR Thursdays, May 2, 16, 30 • June 6, 20 • July 18 10:30 a.m.

SUMMER LEARNING FUN!Explore a universe of stories at your library this summer! Our Summer Learning Program runs from June 1 to July 27. Visit your local library or AuroraLibrary.org to register the whole family (babies through adults) and earn awesome prizes just for reading, learning and exploring the world around you!

Reading over the summer can help prevent summer slide-where kids and teens forget what they learned during the school year and actually regress in reading level - and it just makes summer more fun! Check out the exciting programs we are hosting this summer in celebrating a Universe of Stories.

Summer Learning Kickoff YCelebrate the beginning of the Summer Learning Program with a space-themed storytime, snacks and fun! Saturday, June 1 MVL at 10 a.m. • CEN and MLK at 11 a.m. • ILF at 4 p.m.Sky Gazing*Tuesday, June 4, 8:30 p.m. TLR YSpend a night gazing into the sky to see what parts of the galaxy we can see from our own backyard. Registration required for all attendees. Kids Craft It: Space WreathsWednesday, June 5, 5 p.m. ILF %Make your own cosmos with our space-themed wreaths! We’ll cut out and decorate individual planets and stars then decorate wreaths

that you can take home.

Space Painting*Thursdays, 3 p.m. TLR %June 6 • July 25Create your own amazing galaxy and planets using different painting techniques. Water Sponge BattleWednesdays, 4 p.m. CEN %June 12, 26 • July 17Join us at the Aurora Central Library on the Great Lawn for an epic battle of sponges! Bring a towel and clothes you don’t mind getting wet! Space GeologyFriday, June 14, 4 p.m. HOF bWhat is more interesting than rocks? Space rocks! Come learn about what our neighboring planets have in common with Earth and what sets them completely apart.Magic is from Mars, Juggling is from JupiterFriday, May 31, 10:30 a.m. TLR %Friday, June 28, 11 a.m. CEN %Friday, July 12, 10:30 a.m. MVL %An Ann Lincoln Show that’s out of this world. In a high energy performance, Ann uses comedy, magic and juggling as tools to emphasize the importance of reading, learning and the “universe of stories” available at the library.

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Mission to Mars*Thursday, June 20, 2 p.m. MVL %Friday, June 28, 4 p.m. HOF %Friday, July 19, 11 a.m. CEN %Blast off on a journey of discovery and make room for a space station orbiting Mars! Join us for this wonder workshop presented by the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Grades 2-6 only.

LEGO® Saturn V Build*Monday, 17, 5 p.m. TLR &Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing by helping build a LEGO® Saturn V rocket. One of the Saturn V kits will be raffled off at the end of the summer. A Starry Knight*Saturday, June 29, 4 p.m. ILF YKing Arthur’s Round Table is back and better than ever in this space-themed medieval quest! Come be knighted as a champion of reading and joust your way across the stars at our out-of-time summer fest.Kids Craft It: DIY ConstellationsWednesday, July 3, 5 p.m. ILF YAt our July Kids Craft It, make your own constellation!Make it: Constellation ProjectorsWednesday, July 10, 4 p.m. HOF & Project constellations in your own room! Make up your own myths and legend about a new constellation or learn about the common ones we see in our skies.Milky Way Bath BombsFriday, July 12, 4 p.m. HOF bCome join us for another out of this world cosmetic (or cosmic) chemistry adventure where we will be making some pretty stellar bath bombs!Day Star GazingFriday, July 19, 4 p.m. HOF YJoin us to stare at the sun, with special telescopes of course! Learn about sun spots, nuclear reactions and what makes our day star so special. Presented by the Denver Astrological Society.Moon Landing PartyCelebrate the 50th anniversary of man walking on the moon for the first time at our 1960s-themed moon landing party. There will be a brief presentation and discussion, archival footage of the event on our big screen projector plus fun activities.Saturday, July 20, 12:30 p.m. TLR YSaturday, July 20, 2 p.m. CEN YStarry Trekkie Wars*Saturday, July 20, 4 p.m. ILF YPut on your red shirts and grab your light swords for Starry Trekkie Wars! Why pick one universe when you can enjoy them all? Battle with sabers, build your own spaceship, negotiate alien peace and more! May the Force live long and prosper.Solar S’moresWednesday, July 24, 4 p.m. HOF YHarness the sun’s power to make something delish! Make the Day Star work for you and your desire for s’mores.Star Lab with the Children’s Museum of Denver Friday, July 26, 11 a.m. CEN %Climb inside a portable planetarium and explore the night sky! Kids will learn to identify and locate constellations and enjoy star-inspired myths and legends from diverse world cultures. Space is limited.

End of Summer Blast OffSaturday, August 10, 3 p.m. TLR YGet ready to launch into the new school year with our end of the summer get-together. Enjoy a popsicle and see a librarian get a pie in the face.

SUMMER LEARNING PROGRAM WEEKLY CRAFT Visit AuroraLibrary.org for more information about each program and to register (if required).

Tuesdays, 3 p.m. CEN %June 4: Galaxy Slime*June 11: CD Saturn*June 18: Painted Constellations*June 25: Alien Space Craft*July 2: Wonder Helmets*July 9: Straw Rockets*July 16: Stained-Glass Planets*July 23: Catapult Battle*July 30: Make-Your-Own Masterpiece*

Wednesdays, 4 p.m. MLK %June 5: Astronaut PuddingJune 12: Moon RocksJune 19: Paper RocketsJune 26: Galactic SlimeJuly 3: Space StationJuly 10: ConstellationsJuly 17: AliensJuly 24: Star StampingJuly 31: Solar System

4 p.m. HOF %May 31: Straw RocketsJune 7: Constellation Resist ArtJune 12: Planet Mobiles June 21: Moon & Space Rock MagnetsJune 26: Foil Printed Moon July 5: Solar System Sun Catchers July 26: Solar Beads & Paper

Thursdays, 4 p.m. ILF %June 6: Mercury*June 13: Venus*June 20: Mars*June 27: Jupiter*July 18: Saturn*July 25: Uranus & Neptune*

Fridays, 2 p.m. MVL %June 7: Space Art*June 14: Rocket Ship Craft*June 21: Glow-in-the-dark Constellations*

June 28: Clay Aliens*July 12: Space Jewelry*July 19: Paper Spaceship Obstacle Course*July 26: Galaxy Slime*

Tuesdays, 2 p.m. TLR %June 4: Astronaut Self Portrait*June 25: Astronaut Family*July 2: Mini Rockets*July 30: Galaxy Slime* 6

MayTUESDAY, 14Hunk-Ta-Bunk-Ta Music10:30 a.m. TLR JJoin Katherine Dines and her Hunk-Ta-Bunk-Ta music as she shares a universe of stories through songs, movement, global musical instruments, zany props and fun for the whole family.

Create: Miniature Fairy Houses*6 p.m. CEN $Add a pinch of fantasy to your summer garden!

THURSDAY, 16Create: Birthday Candles*5 p.m. CEN $Celebrate 90 years of Aurora Public Library by creating your own candle to enjoy.

FRIDAY, 17Natural Bug Spray4 p.m. HOF &Make a chemical-free alternative to keep pesky creatures away and learn why some oils work better than others.

WEDNESDAY, 8

Teddy Bear Picnic

10 a.m. CEN J

Your teddy bear or stuffed animal will

enjoy a special storytime outside on the

Great Lawn! Bring your stuffie, a snack

and a blanket in case of wet grass. This

event takes the place of our weekly

preschool storytime.

Mother’s Day Craft

4 p.m. MLK % b

With Mother’s Day around the corner,

what better way to show your mum how

much you love her than by making her a

gift? Your gift will be unique and it will be

something she won’t forget.

FRIDAY, 10

Pedicure in a Jar*

4 p.m. HOF &

Make a special Mother’s Day gift. Learn

some pretty interesting cosmetic science at

the same time.

SATURDAY, 11

Author Visit: John Fulton

10 a.m. CEN $

Local author John Fulton will be reading

and signing his book “Shallbelove.”

Mother’s Day*

2 p.m. TLR %

Grow and blossom your love for your

mum. Create a flower bouquet in a

watering can and a special card.

KEY:Y = All agesJ = Preschool% = K-5th Grade

& = 4th-8th Gradeb = 6th-12th Grade$ = Adults

*Registration required. Register online at AuroraLibrary.org

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Aurora Mini-ConSaturday, May 1811 a.m.-2 p.m. CEN YCelebrate comics, cosplay and everything pop-culture! Join us for a family-friendly day of crafts, panels and activities with local organizations, artists and authors who love nerd-culture as much as we do. Finale concert by Tonks & the Aurors. Don’t forget to cosplay!

WEDNESDAY, 1Kids Craft It: Picture This!5 p.m. ILF %Make your mother a frame to remember with our DIY foam picture frames!

DIY@Your Library: Quilling*6 p.m. TLR $Create your own floral design using the century old method of quilling, a paper filigree technique using thin strips of colored papers, at this after-hours adults-only program.

THURSDAY, 2Sewing Lab: Button Trees*4 p.m. CEN &Practice your sewing skills by sewing buttons on fabric to create a beautiful tree.

SATURDAY, 4Kitten Yoga10:30 a.m. HOF $Want to Namaste the morning away with rescue kittens? Join us for a unique 40-minute beginner’s yoga class while adorable, adoptable kittens and cats from the Aurora Animal Shelter roam the room. Please bring your own yoga mat or towel.

Adult Coloring11 a.m. MLK $Do you enjoy coloring? Do you need a release from the stress of life? Coloring materials will be provided.

Author Visit: Charlyn Wallace1 – 3 p.m. CEN $Local author Charlyn Wallace will be reading and signing her book “They Didn’t Break Me: How God Delivered Me From Abuse and Shame.”

Science Emporium3 p.m. TLR YIt’s alive! It’s alive! Bring science to life at our Mad Science Emporium with a variety

of different science experiments.

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SATURDAY, 18

Aurora Mini-Con Finale:

Tonks & The Aurors

2 p.m. CEN Y

Rock on! Wizard Rock band Tonks & the

Aurors bring their Harry Potter-themed

music to Aurora Central Library as the

grand finale of Aurora Mini-Con.

Family Bingo

3 p.m. TLR Y

Spend some quality family time playing

bingo for fun and prizes.

TUESDAY, 21

Early Literacy Fair

11:30 a.m. CEN J

Explore the world of early literacy with

little ones! Visit engaging stations, do fun

activities together that you can replicate at

home and learn how the five early literacy

skills can prepare young children for a

successful future.

WEDNESDAY, 22

Drawing Comics & Anime*

4:30 p.m. MVL b

Learn how to draw in the art style of

comics and anime/manga with instructor

Terra Necessary. Supplies provided.

Presented by the city of Aurora Cultural

Services Division.

FRIDAY, 24

Create: Soap Making

4 p.m. HOF &

Learn how soap is made and create your

own in this cosmetic chemistry class.

FRIDAY, 31

ZOOperheroes! with the Denver Zoo

3 p.m. CEN %

Spider-Man and Iron Man have nothing

on these amazing ZOOperheroes. Learn

about and meet live Denver Zoo animals

that have fantastic adaptations which

help them survive the perils of the

natural world. Presented by the

Denver Zoo.

Computer Guts*

4:30 p.m. MVL &

We’ll take a computer apart then put it

back together, learning what all the parts do

along the way.

SATURDAY, 25

Craftastic!

11 a.m. TLR J

Select from a range of drop-in art

activities designed to engage your

child’s creative side.

Meme Jeopardy

3 p.m. MVL b

Think you know your memes? Put your

skills to the test! From Success Kid to

Surprised Pikachu, Philosoraptor to Free

Real Estate-*slaps roof* You can fit so

much useless knowledge in this one event!

Hosted by the Mission Viejo Teen

Advisory Group.

TUESDAY, 28

DNA: Understanding the Science,

Understanding the Results

1:30 p.m. CEN $

Experienced genealogist Tammi Gregori

will explain DNA and types of DNA for

genealogical testing. She will also delve

into how DNA is inherited, recombination,

markers, CentiMorgans, genetic distance

and chromosomes. Presented by the Aurora

Genealogical Society of Colorado.

Craft It!: Glow-in-the-Dark Jars

4 p.m. CEN %

Make your very own creation using glow-

in-the-dark paint and a mason jar.

WEDNESDAY, 29

Tinkergarten

10:30 a.m. TLR J

Come explore the magic of Tinkergarten

outdoor plays with our “Where the Wild

Things Are” lesson!

KEY:Y = All agesJ = Preschool% = K-5th Grade

& = 4th-8th Gradeb = 6th-12th Grade$ = Adults

Honey Heist*Thursday, May 30

4 p.m. TLR b

Honey Heist is a D&D style role-playing

game where you become a bear that is

planning to steal Abraham Lincoln’s

haunted beehive. Learn how to play and

join us for a game!

JuneSATURDAY, 15The World Record Paper Airplane Book Competition3 p.m. MLK &Make a plane right out of “The World Record Paper Airplane Book” or use your imagination to craft one of your own. Then see how it fares in a series of contests.

Dad Joke Showdown*3 p.m. MVL Y“I’m hungry.” “Hi, hungry, I’m dad.” Bring your best (and worst) dad jokes to this goofy showdown. You don’t have to be a dad to compete.

MONDAY, 17LEGO® Saturn V Build*5 p.m. TLR &Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing by helping to build a LEGO® Saturn V rocket. One of the Saturn V kits will be raffled off at the end of the summer.

WEDNESDAY, 19Paint N’ Sip*6 p.m. CEN $Paint wine glasses and sip mocktails on the library lawn. A perfect way to spend a warm summer evening!

THURSDAY, 20Create: Galaxy Coasters*5 p.m. CEN $Using a little kitchen chemistry, create a galaxy of your own on a ceramic coaster.

MONDAY, 24Build Your Own Drip System*5:30 p.m. TLR $Learn to design, construct and maintain a drip system in this hands-on class. Call 303.39.7195 or email [email protected] for more information and to register.

TUESDAY, 25Micro Nation Building*4 p.m. TLR bCreate your own micro nation where you get to make all the rules. You can have an independent nation or be a dictator. Only you can choose the rules.

*Registration required. Register online at AuroraLibrary.org

KEY:Y = All agesJ = Preschool% = K-5th Grade

& = 4th-8th Gradeb = 6th-12th Grade$ = Adults

TUESDAY, 4Family Tree Maker Q&A Classes1:30 – 3 p.m. CEN $Having troubles with the program Family Tree Maker? Bring your questions (and laptop if you have FTM) to this question and answer session. Moderated by Aurora Genealogical Society genealogist Dorothy Bernay. Presented by the Aurora Genealogical Society of Colorado.

THURSDAY, 6Sewing Lab: Felt Pencil Cases*4 p.m. CEN &Create fun felt pencil cases using basic hand sewing techniques.

Interesting Summer Hikes on the Front Range with Pete Jarvis6:30 p.m. CEN $Join veteran Longmont hiker and author Pete Jarvis as he presents some of his favorite trail choices and delves into the stories that go with them. Bring your curiosity and get ready to write your own stories by going out and hiking these dazzling trails!

Model Rockets*June 11, 12, 13, 4-5:30 p.m. TLR &Assemble, decorate and launch your own

model rocket and learn a few things along

the way!

Laser Tag Lock-In*Thursday, June 6, 6 p.m. MVL bFriday, June 7, 6 p.m. TLR bIn space no one can hear you scream, but

lasers can still go PEW PEW! Find out

more at our after-hours laser tag battle.

Teens must turn in a permission form.9

FRIDAY, 7Hunk-Ta-Bunk-Ta Music10:30 a.m. MVL YJoin Katherine Dines and her Hunk-Ta-Bunk-Ta music as she shares a universe of stories through songs, movement, global musical instruments, zany props and fun for the whole family.

TUESDAY, 11Family Tree Maker Q&A Classes1:30 – 3 p.m. CEN $Having troubles with the program Family Tree Maker? Bring your questions (and laptop if you have FTM) to this question and answer session. Moderated by Aurora Genealogical Society genealogist Dorothy Bernay. Presented by the Aurora Genealogical Society of Colorado.Create: Wood Bead Bracelet*6 p.m. CEN $Add a rustic accessory to your summer outfit!

WEDNESDAY, 12DIY@Your Library: BBQ Crafts*6 p.m. TLR $Decorate your own barbeque tools at this after-hours, adults-only program. By the end of the night you’ll be ready to throw the best barbeque in town.

THURSDAY, 16Teen Field Day*4 p.m. CEN bGet outside and join Central’s Teen Advisory Group for an afternoon of your favorite sports. We’ll be playing dodgeball, kickball and other games on the Great Lawn. This event takes the place of our regular Teen Advisory Group meeting.

SATURDAY, 15World Jugglers’ Day11:30 a.m. MLK % &Celebrate World Jugglers’ Day by learning how to juggle from our juggler-in-residence! Start by practicing with one item, then two, then three. Four? FIVE?! And don’t worry, we won’t start with the bowling pins or chainsaws. Father’s Day*2 p.m. TLR %Celebrate your out-of-this-world dad. Decorate cookies like planets for dad’s special day and make him a card.

WEDNESDAY, 26 Drawing Comics & Anime*4:30 p.m. MVL bLearn how to draw in the art style of comics and anime/manga with instructor Terra Necessary. Supplies provided. Presented by the city of Aurora Cultural Services Division.

SATURDAY, 29Sci-Fi Movie Marathon2:30-5 p.m. MLK YJoin us as we pop some popcorn and watch some of the best (and worst) science-fiction films in the public domain.

Fitness Walking1 p.m. CEN $Get in shape by walking at work! Learn techniques to improve strength and efficiency while walking. Walking is an aerobic activity that helps condition your heart and assists with weight loss. Grab your walking shoes and get started! Presented by Mile High Fitness.

Author Visit: Brenda Hardwick3:30 p.m. MLK $Author Brenda Hardwick will be speaking and reading from both of her published works, and perhaps read a teaser from one of her works in progress.

MONDAY, 22

Sprinkler System Refresh*

5:30 p.m. TLR $

Get to know your system components, tune

up your sprinkler system for maximum

efficiency and learn how to check for leaks

in this hands-on class. Call 303.739.7195

or email [email protected] for

information and to register.

TUESDAY, 23

Immigration & Naturalization Records

1:30 p.m. CEN $

Immigration to America started as early

as 1608 with 100-200 people a year and

by 1900 reached a flood of one million

immigrants per year from countries around

the world. Learn how to find immigration

and naturalization records for your ancestry

research. Presented by genealogist Carol

Darrow and the Aurora Genealogical

Society of Colorado. (Rescheduled from

January)

WEDNESDAY, 24

Paint ‘N’ Sip*

6 p.m. CEN $

Paint wine glasses and sip mocktails on

the library lawn. A perfect way to spend a

warm summer evening!

WEDNESDAY, 31

DIY@Your Library: Harry Potter Crafts*

3 p.m. TLR b

6 p.m. TLR $

Celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday by

making a variety of magical crafts.

TUESDAY, 2Wii Party*4 p.m. TLR bEat snacks and play awesome Wii games like “Mario Kart,” “Just Dance” and “Rock Band.”

WEDNESDAY, 34th of July Pinwheels*2 p.m. MVL YStop by for a quick pinwheel craft to celebrate Independence Day.

TUESDAY, 16Create: Felt Flower Bouquet*6 p.m. CEN $Need a bouquet that’s always in bloom? Make your own felt flower bouquet that will last forever!

THURSDAY, 18Virtual Art Station: Titan*2 p.m. MVL &Join us for a virtual art class taught by the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Learn how to capture Titan, Saturn’s largest moon, using scientifically accurate illustrations, just as other great scientists have done throughout history.

Create: Starry Night Luminaries*5 p.m. CEN Inspired by Van Gogh’s famous painting, capture the beauty of a summer night in a battery-operated luminary.

Death by Darts: Nerf Battle*6 p.m. TLR bCan you escape alive? Find out at our after-hours Nerf battle. Teens must turn in a permission form.

Library Rhythms: Skean Dubh*Saturday, June 22, 3 p.m. CEN YEnjoy the musical stylings of Celtic band Skean Dubh. From fire-driven instrumentals and Scottish ballads to Irish pub songs and Celtic folksongs, Skean Dubh shares the rich and varied musical heritage of the Celtic people. Light refreshments provided. 10

July *Registration required. Register online at AuroraLibrary.org

THURSDAY, 4Aurora Public Library closed in observance of Independence Day.

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Mon. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Tue. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.Wed.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

MISSION VIEJO MVL 15324 E. Hampden Circle • 303.326.8600East Hampden Avenue & South Chambers Road

Mon. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Tue. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.Wed.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

TALLYN’S REACH TLR 23911 E. Arapahoe Road • 303.627.3050South Aurora Parkway & East Arapahoe Road

Mon. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

ILIFF SQUARE LIBRARY PC CENTER ILF 2253 S. Peoria St. • 303.739.1567East Iliff Avenue & South Peoria Street

Mon. & Tue. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.Wed. 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.Thu. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.Sun. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Mon. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

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Spend the afternoon walking down memory lane with friends and family as you check out the Aurora History Museum’s exhibit “Hometown Pride: Student Athletic and Extracurricular History in Aurora.” Reminisce about high school adventures and enjoy activities for the whole family. You’ll also have an opportunity to contribute your own story to our “What’s Your Story?” collection – a growing database of oral histories from Aurora’s most valuable resource – our community. To register, call 303.739.6584 or visit AuroraLibrary.org.

Saturday, Aug. 24 • 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Aurora History Museum • 15051 E. Alameda Parkway

Aurora: What’s your story?

Hometown Pride

Aurora History Museum Photo Collection