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Active Minds

Understanding the Civil War's Causes and Consequences
2026-06-24 18:00:00 2026-06-24 19:00:00 America/Denver Active Minds More than 150 years after the end of the American Civil War, its impact continues to shape our nation. Castle Pines - Event Hall - Castle Pines

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

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Castle Pines

Event Hall - Castle Pines

More than 150 years after the end of the American Civil War, its impact continues to shape our nation.

Join Active Minds for an insightful exploration of the political, economic, and social forces that led to the conflict—and the profound changes that followed in its wake.

Rather than focusing on battlefield strategy, this program examines the deeper roots of the war and the lasting effects of Reconstruction, constitutional amendments, and a transformed national identity. Perfect for lifelong learners interested in understanding how the Civil War reshaped the United States.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History, Current Events & Civics |

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This library's creativity-encouraging features include vending-machine-style laptop borrowing, a furnished terrace with a fireplace and a Lite-Brite-inspired interactive wall. The library also includes the Little Letters Post Office play area.

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Thu, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Loft - Castle Pines
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Storytime
Fri, Aug 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
All ages welcome. Thank you for helping to keep Storytime allergen-free.
Storytime Discover
Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner
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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.
Storytime
Sat, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kids Corner
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Storytime
Mon, Aug 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
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Storytime
Mon, Aug 10, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Kids Corner
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Bark for Books
Mon, Aug 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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.
Coffee Chat
Tue, Aug 11, 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, Aug 11, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
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Junior Page Turners - Book Club
Tue, Aug 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
First Floor Conference Room - Castle Pines
Kids in grades 1-3 listen to a story and do a fun, related activity. Meets the second Tuesday of... more
Kids in grades 1-3 listen to a story and do a fun, related activity. Meets the second Tuesday of each month.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Aug 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
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Storytime
Wed, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Kids Corner
All ages welcome. Thank you for helping to keep Storytime allergen-free.
DCL Board Exec Committee
Thu, Aug 13, 8:00am - 11:00am
First Floor Conference Room - Castle Pines
Public meeting 8-10am
Baby Storytime
Thu, Aug 13, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Aug 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping to keep Storytime allergen-free.
Storytime
Fri, Aug 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
All ages welcome. Thank you for helping to keep Storytime allergen-free.
Storytime Discover
Fri, Aug 14, 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.
Play & Connect
Fri, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Event Hall - Castle Pines
Adults enjoy favorite tabletop games and discover new ones.
Storytime
Sat, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kids Corner
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