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Active Minds

The Year 1963

2025-03-26 18:00:00 2025-03-26 19:00:00 America/Denver Active Minds Join Active Minds as we travel back in time to this key year in history to explore important events. Highlands Ranch - Event Hall A

Wednesday, March 26
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-26 18:00:00 2025-03-26 19:00:00 America/Denver Active Minds Join Active Minds as we travel back in time to this key year in history to explore important events. Highlands Ranch - Event Hall A

Highlands Ranch

Event Hall A

Join Active Minds as we travel back in time to this key year in history to explore important events.

1963 is considered a definitive year in the history of the civil rights movement. It also saw the peak of the Cold War, the seeds of the feminist movement, the rise of the youth culture, and the tragic assassination of John F. Kennedy. Visit this key year in history and explore these important events with Active Minds.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History, Current Events & Civics |

Highlands Ranch

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Phone: 303-791-7323

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About the branch

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.

Upcoming Events

Thu, Apr 17, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Thu, Apr 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Thu, Apr 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Thu, Apr 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Event Hall A
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.

Thu, Apr 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Event Hall A
Adults. Meets the third Thursday of the month to discuss a mix of fiction and nonfiction titles.

Thu, Apr 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
First Floor Conference Room
Adults Register Now. Intermediate to advanced English learners ages 17 and up gather for... more
Adults Register Now. Intermediate to advanced English learners ages 17 and up gather for informal conversation on everyday topics. Facilitated by a fluent English speaker.

Fri, Apr 18, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Fri, Apr 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Fri, Apr 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner
All ages welcome. This Storytime features one of the following activities: Art, Music, Dance,... more
All ages welcome. This Storytime features one of the following activities: Art, Music, Dance, Yoga, or Storyteller's Choice. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Sat, Apr 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Event Hall A
Get your garden ready for the season with expert tips from a CSU Master Gardener!
This event is full

Sat, Apr 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kids Corner
All ages welcome. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Kids ages 6-12 boost their literacy skills by reading aloud to trained therapy dogs. Sign up... more
Kids ages 6-12 boost their literacy skills by reading aloud to trained therapy dogs. Sign up for one 15-minute session.

Mon, Apr 21, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Mon, Apr 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Mon, Apr 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Tue, Apr 22, 8:00am - 11:00am
Drop in for coffee, conversation, and games with other adults and retirees.

Tue, Apr 22, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Tue, Apr 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Hall A & B
Adults, register now. Dr. Ricardo Simmonds, Climate Risk Manager at Ernst and Young will lead... more
Adults, register now. Dr. Ricardo Simmonds, Climate Risk Manager at Ernst and Young will lead the discussion on Climate Change and mitigation cooperation.

Tue, Apr 22, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Kids Corner
Ideal for all ages. Thank you for keeping Storytime allergen-free.

Wed, Apr 23, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Wed, Apr 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Wed, Apr 23, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Kids Corner
All ages. Please help keep Storytime allergen-free.

Wed, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
First Floor Conference Room
Grades 7-8. Meet each month to discuss a great book, do an activity and enjoy a snack! ... more
Grades 7-8. Meet each month to discuss a great book, do an activity and enjoy a snack! September's meeting will be in Civic Green Park next to the library.

Wed, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Event Hall B
Drop in for friendly competition among players of all ages and abilities.

Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Event Hall A
Discover the beauty and versatility of watercolor in this hands-on workshop led by artist Julia... more
Discover the beauty and versatility of watercolor in this hands-on workshop led by artist Julia Rymer.
This event is full

Thu, Apr 24, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Thu, Apr 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Thu, Apr 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Event Hall A
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.

Thu, Apr 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Fri, Apr 25, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Fri, Apr 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner
All ages welcome. This Storytime features one of the following activities: Art, Music, Dance,... more
All ages welcome. This Storytime features one of the following activities: Art, Music, Dance, Yoga, or Storyteller's Choice. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kids Corner
All ages welcome. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Sat, Apr 26, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Event Hall A & B
Join us! The author, war correspondent, and filmmaker will talk about his memoir, "In My Time of... more
Join us! The author, war correspondent, and filmmaker will talk about his memoir, "In My Time of Dying." Books will be sold at the event. Adults. Register Now.