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Legendary Ladies

Remarkable Women of the West

2025-03-07 16:00:00 2025-03-07 17:00:00 America/Denver Legendary Ladies Adults and families. Discover the incredible stories of four remarkable women who left their marks on American history. Parker - Event Hall A & B

Friday, March 07
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-07 16:00:00 2025-03-07 17:00:00 America/Denver Legendary Ladies Adults and families. Discover the incredible stories of four remarkable women who left their marks on American history. Parker - Event Hall A & B

Parker

Event Hall A & B

Adults and families. Discover the incredible stories of four remarkable women who left their marks on American history.

In this engaging performance by the Legendary Ladies, you'll meet:

- Nellie Cashman, "The Angel of Cassier," a fearless prospector, entrepreneur, and benefactor who made her mark from Tombstone to Fairbanks.
- Mary Madeline "May" Bonfils Stanton, heiress and philanthropist, who played a key role in the success of The Denver Post alongside her sister.
- Nettie Crook, an Orphan Train rider, who shares the poignant story of her journey west and the history of the 75-year Orphan Train Movement.
- Prairie Rose Henderson, a trailblazing bronc rider and one of the first professional women athletes, whose vibrant personality made her a rodeo legend.

Dressed in authentic costumes, these portrayals bring history to life. Celebrate the courage, creativity, and spirit of these legendary women!

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Children & Family | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History, Current Events & Civics |

Parker

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Phone: 303-791-7323

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This library is home to The Recording Studio, where customers can use state-of-the-art software and equipment to create videos, musical compositions, animations, e-books and more. The library also features the Plants & Pollinators play space.

Upcoming Events

Wed, May 14, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Wed, May 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Wed, May 14, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Hall B
Teen Library Connections Presents Open Study Hall at the Parker Library. Quiet study environment... more
Teen Library Connections Presents Open Study Hall at the Parker Library. Quiet study environment and snacks.

Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Loft
Students, drop by to take a break from studying for exams! The Zen Den is a shared space to... more
Students, drop by to take a break from studying for exams! The Zen Den is a shared space to relax or study and includes stress-relieving activities, refreshments, and comfy furniture.

Wed, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Hall A
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Please register each child attending. Science activities for children ages 8-12. May's topic is engineering.

Thu, May 15, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Thu, May 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Thu, May 15, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
The Loft
Teen Library Connections Presents Open Study Hall at the Parker Library. Quiet study environment... more
Teen Library Connections Presents Open Study Hall at the Parker Library. Quiet study environment and snacks.

Thu, May 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Students, drop by to take a break from studying for exams! The Zen Den is a shared space to... more
Students, drop by to take a break from studying for exams! The Zen Den is a shared space to relax or study and includes stress-relieving activities, refreshments, and comfy furniture.

Thu, May 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Orientation for the Recording Studio at Douglas County Libraries in Parker.

Thu, May 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Hall B
Dr. Ahmed Mohammed Abdrabou from the University of Denver's Korbel School of International... more
Dr. Ahmed Mohammed Abdrabou from the University of Denver's Korbel School of International Studies leads a discussion on American Foreign Policy in the Middle East.

Fri, May 16, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Fri, May 16, 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.

Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Hall B
Teen Library Connections Presents Open Study Hall at the Parker Library. Quiet study environment... more
Teen Library Connections Presents Open Study Hall at the Parker Library. Quiet study environment and snacks.

Fri, May 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Loft
Students, drop by to take a break from studying for exams! The Zen Den is a shared space to... more
Students, drop by to take a break from studying for exams! The Zen Den is a shared space to relax or study and includes stress-relieving activities, refreshments, and comfy furniture.

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Event Hall B
Teen Library Connections Presents Open Study Hall at the Parker Library. Quiet study environment... more
Teen Library Connections Presents Open Study Hall at the Parker Library. Quiet study environment and snacks.

Sat, May 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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.

Sun, May 18, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Event Hall A
Teen Library Connections Presents Open Study Hall at the Parker Library. Quiet study environment... more
Teen Library Connections Presents Open Study Hall at the Parker Library. Quiet study environment and snacks.

Mon, May 19, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Mon, May 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Mon, May 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Mon, May 19, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd Floor Conference Room
Teen Library Connections Presents Open Study Hall at the Parker Library. Quiet study environment... more
Teen Library Connections Presents Open Study Hall at the Parker Library. Quiet study environment and snacks.

Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Hall A & B
Drop in for friendly competition among players of all ages and abilities.

Mon, May 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Tue, May 20, 8:00am - 11:00am
Drop in for coffee, conversation, and games for retirees and other adults.

Tue, May 20, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Orientation for the Recording Studio at Douglas County Libraries in Parker.

Tue, May 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Tue, May 20, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Hall B
Teen Library Connections Presents Open Study Hall at the Parker Library. Quiet study environment... more
Teen Library Connections Presents Open Study Hall at the Parker Library. Quiet study environment and snacks.

Tue, May 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Loft
Students, drop by to take a break from studying for exams! The Zen Den is a shared space to... more
Students, drop by to take a break from studying for exams! The Zen Den is a shared space to relax or study and includes stress-relieving activities, refreshments, and comfy furniture.

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

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

Wed, May 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Wed, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Event Hall A
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Found on every continent except Antarctica, bees are vital pollinators, making possible much of the food humans eat. 

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

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

Thu, May 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.

Thu, May 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Orientation for the Recording Studio at Douglas County Libraries in Parker.

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

Fri, May 23, 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, May 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.