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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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Mon, Jul 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
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Mon, Jul 20, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
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Coffee Chat
Tue, Jul 21, 8:00am - 11:00am
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Drop in for coffee and conversation with other adults and retirees. Some chats will include visits from experts in the community.
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Tue, Jul 21, 9:00am - 12:00pm
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Baby Storytime
Tue, Jul 21, 9:00am - 9:30am
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Outdoor Storytime - Retreat Park
Tue, Jul 21, 9:30am - 10:00am
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Join us for Storytime in the great outdoors! Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for keeping Storytime allergen-free.
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Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for keeping Storytime allergen-free.
Between the Lines - Book Club
Tue, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Adults meet the third Tuesday of each month to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles. This book... more
Adults meet the third Tuesday of each month to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles. This book club is currently full.
Camp DCL
Wed, Jul 22, 9:00am - 12:00pm
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Camp DCL Adventures begin June 2026. Kids explore cooking, science, engineering, art, coding and... more
Camp DCL Adventures begin June 2026. Kids explore cooking, science, engineering, art, coding and more! Weeklong, half-day and full-day camps for ages 5-12 run June 8-August 7 at six library locations.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jul 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping to keep Storytime allergen-free.
Daytime Book Club - Book Club
Wed, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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Adults meet monthly to discuss titles from a variety of genres. No registration required. Meets... more
Adults meet monthly to discuss titles from a variety of genres. No registration required. Meets the fourth Wednesday of each month.
Storytime
Wed, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Kids Corner
All ages welcome. Thank you for helping to keep Storytime allergen-free.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jul 23, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Camp DCL
Thu, Jul 23, 9:00am - 12:00pm
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Camp DCL Adventures begin June 2026. Kids explore cooking, science, engineering, art, coding and... more
Camp DCL Adventures begin June 2026. Kids explore cooking, science, engineering, art, coding and more! Weeklong, half-day and full-day camps for ages 5-12 run June 8-August 7 at six library locations.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jul 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
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Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping to keep Storytime allergen-free.
Camp DCL
Fri, Jul 24, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Event Hall - Castle Pines
Camp DCL Adventures begin June 2026. Kids explore cooking, science, engineering, art, coding and... more
Camp DCL Adventures begin June 2026. Kids explore cooking, science, engineering, art, coding and more! Weeklong, half-day and full-day camps for ages 5-12 run June 8-August 7 at six library locations.
Storytime
Fri, Jul 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
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Storytime Discover
Fri, Jul 24, 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, Jul 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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Adults enjoy favorite tabletop games and discover new ones.
Storytime
Sat, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kids Corner
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Storytime
Mon, Jul 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner
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Howdy Partner - Let's Read! - Critter Encounters
Mon, Jul 27, 11:00am - 11:45am
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Don't miss this live demonstration of western animals.
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Howdy Partner - Let's Read! - Critter Encounters
Mon, Jul 27, 12:00pm - 12:45pm
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Don't miss this live demonstration of western animals.
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Storytime
Mon, Jul 27, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
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