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Active Minds

Paris: From Celtic Roots to Olympic Spotlight
2024-07-24 18:00:00 2024-07-24 19:00:00 America/Denver Active Minds As the city prepares to host the Summer Olympics in 2024, Paris will once again be in the spotlight. Highlands Ranch - Event Hall A - Highlands Ranch

Wednesday, July 24
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-07-24 18:00:00 2024-07-24 19:00:00 America/Denver Active Minds As the city prepares to host the Summer Olympics in 2024, Paris will once again be in the spotlight. Highlands Ranch - Event Hall A - Highlands Ranch

Highlands Ranch

Event Hall A - Highlands Ranch

As the city prepares to host the Summer Olympics in 2024, Paris will once again be in the spotlight.

Join Active Minds as we trace the city's history, from its Celtic origins through becoming a cultural and political hub of France. We'll visit with some of the city's most colorful characters and notable places, including the Eiffel Tower, which was despised by Parisians in its day but has come to symbolize one of the world’s great cities.

Click here for topic information on the Active Minds website.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History, Current Events & Civics |

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Our expansive library features interactive children’s areas, flexible meeting and community spaces with state-of-the-art technology, laptop borrowing, and a furnished terrace with shade structure. This library is also home to the Healthy Critters Vet Clinic play area for kids.

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Coffee Chat
Tue, Jul 07, 8:00am - 11:00am
Drop in for coffee and conversation with other adults and retirees. Some chats will include... more
Drop in for coffee and conversation with other adults and retirees. Some chats will include visits from experts in the community.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jul 07, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Daytime Book Club
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:30am
Event Hall A - Highlands Ranch
Adults meet monthly to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles. Meets upstairs in the Event Hall.... more
Adults meet monthly to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles. Meets upstairs in the Event Hall. This book club is filled to capacity.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. Meets in Kids Corner.
Howdy Partner - Let's Read! - LEGO Farmyard Roundup
Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Event Hall A & B - Highlands Ranch
Children will build their favorite farm animals with all their fun features using their creativity.
This event is full
Howdy Partner - Let's Read! - LEGO Farmyard Roundup
Tue, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Event Hall A & B - Highlands Ranch
Children will build their favorite farm animals with all their fun features using their creativity.
This event is full
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jul 08, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. Meets in Kids Corner.
Brain Health Fitness - Presented by Ageless Grace
Wed, Jul 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Adults, drop in for movement, music, and seated exercises designed to promote creativity, memory... more
Adults, drop in for movement, music, and seated exercises designed to promote creativity, memory and imagination, and to stimulate cognitive skills.
Junior Page Turners
Wed, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grades 1-3. Meets in Kids Corner the second Wednesday of each month. Listen to a story and do... more
Grades 1-3. Meets in Kids Corner the second Wednesday of each month. Listen to a story and do fun activities.
This event is full
Storytime
Wed, Jul 08, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
All ages. Please help keep Storytime allergen-free.
Play Chess!
Wed, Jul 08, 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Event Hall B - Highlands Ranch
Drop in for friendly competition among players of all ages and abilities.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jul 09, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Sensory Storytime
Thu, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Event Hall A - Highlands Ranch
Inclusive storytime for teens and adults with special needs and their caregivers. Held upstairs... more
Inclusive storytime for teens and adults with special needs and their caregivers. Held upstairs in Event Hall A.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. Meets in Kids Corner.
Howdy Partner - Let's Read! - Sing Along, Move Along
Thu, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Event Hall A & B - Highlands Ranch
Get the little ones moving!
Play & Connect
Thu, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults. Enjoy favorite tabletop games and discover new ones.
Howdy Partner - Let's Read! - Sing Along, Move Along
Thu, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Event Hall A & B - Highlands Ranch
Get the little ones moving!
Cancelled
Doodle & Draw Together - Parent-Child Creative Workshop
Thu, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Whether you're a seasoned artist or a first-timer, we'd love to doodle with you!
Overbooked - Book Club
Thu, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grades 7-8. Meet each month to discuss a great book, do an activity and enjoy a snack!
Kindie Club - Book Club
Thu, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
First Floor Conference Room - Highlands Ranch
For kids in kindergarten. Register each child attending. Meets the second Thursday of each... more
For kids in kindergarten. Register each child attending. Meets the second Thursday of each month. Listen to stories and do fun activities.
Quiet Reading Group
Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Drop in for quiet reading with other adults. Bring a book from home or from our shelves.
Outdoor Storytime - Civic Green Park
Fri, Jul 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Join us for Storytime in Civic Green Park, near the garden shelter, every Friday in June and... more
Join us for Storytime in Civic Green Park, near the garden shelter, every Friday in June and July. Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for keeping Storytime allergen-free and glass-free.
Book 1 Book Club
Fri, Jul 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Registration required 4-6 graders. Meets the second Friday of every month. Attendees will read... more
Registration required 4-6 graders. Meets the second Friday of every month. Attendees will read the first book of a series beforehand then participate in fun discussions and activities.
Storytime
Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
All ages welcome. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
An Evening with Colorado Author Cynthia Swanson - This Isn't New: Women's Historical Stories
Sat, Jul 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Event Hall A & B - Highlands Ranch
Join bestselling, award-winning Colorado authors Cynthia Swanson and Andrea Bobotis in... more
Join bestselling, award-winning Colorado authors Cynthia Swanson and Andrea Bobotis in conversation about Cynthia's new book: This Isn't New. Signing to follow presentation. Adults, register now.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jul 13, 9:00am - 9:30am
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. This week storytimes are... more
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. This week storytimes are upstairs in the Event Hall.
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. Meets upstairs in the... more
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. Meets upstairs in the Event Hall this week.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Jul 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. This week meet upstairs... more
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. This week meet upstairs in Event Hall.
Coffee Chat
Tue, Jul 14, 8:00am - 11:00am
Drop in for coffee and conversation with other adults and retirees. Some chats will include... more
Drop in for coffee and conversation with other adults and retirees. Some chats will include visits from experts in the community.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jul 14, 9:00am - 9:30am
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. This week storytimes are... more
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. This week storytimes are upstairs in the Event Hall.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. Meets upstairs in the... more
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. Meets upstairs in the Event Hall this week.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jul 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. This week meet upstairs... more
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. This week meet upstairs in Event Hall.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jul 15, 9:00am - 9:30am
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. This week storytimes are... more
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. This week storytimes are upstairs in the Event Hall.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. Meets upstairs in the... more
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. Meets upstairs in the Event Hall this week.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. This week meet upstairs... more
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. This week meet upstairs in Event Hall.
Brain Health Fitness - Presented by Ageless Grace
Wed, Jul 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults, drop in for movement, music, and seated exercises designed to promote creativity, memory... more
Adults, drop in for movement, music, and seated exercises designed to promote creativity, memory and imagination, and to stimulate cognitive skills.
Cancelled
Storytime
Wed, Jul 15, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
All ages. Please help keep Storytime allergen-free.
Bilingual Storytime | Hora del cuento bilingüe
Wed, Jul 15, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
All ages. Presented in English and Spanish. Para familias. Presentado en inglés y español.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jul 16, 9:00am - 9:30am
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. This week storytimes are... more
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. This week storytimes are upstairs in the Event Hall.
Caregiver Connect - Family Book Club
Thu, Jul 16, 9:30am - 10:30am
Caregivers meet monthly to discuss a variety of titles. Toys will be provided for children in... more
Caregivers meet monthly to discuss a variety of titles. Toys will be provided for children in attendance. Registration required; please only register adults attending. Meets in Event Hall A upstairs.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jul 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. Meets upstairs in the... more
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. Meets upstairs in the Event Hall this week.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. This week meet upstairs... more
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free. This week meet upstairs in Event Hall.
Sensory Storytime
Thu, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Event Hall A - Highlands Ranch
Inclusive storytime for teens and adults with special needs and their caregivers. Held upstairs... more
Inclusive storytime for teens and adults with special needs and their caregivers. Held upstairs in Event Hall A.
Practice Your English
Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
First Floor Conference Room - Highlands Ranch
Adults Register Now. Intermediate to advanced English learners ages 18 and up gather for... more
Adults Register Now. Intermediate to advanced English learners ages 18 and up gather for informal conversation on everyday topics. Facilitated by a fluent English speaker.
Inquiring Minds - Book Club
Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Event Hall A - Highlands Ranch
Adults. Meets the third Thursday of the month to discuss a mix of fiction and nonfiction titles.
Haunts & Horrors - Book Club
Thu, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Event Hall B - Highlands Ranch
Adults meet the third Thursday of each month to discuss horror, dark fantasy, or science... more
Adults meet the third Thursday of each month to discuss horror, dark fantasy, or science fiction. Meets upstairs in the event hall.
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