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Howdy Partner - Let's Read!

Music of the Old West
2026-06-10 18:00:00 2026-06-10 19:00:00 America/Denver Howdy Partner - Let's Read! Saddle up for a musical trip to a bygone era! Parker - Event Hall A & B - Parker

Wednesday, June 10
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-10 18:00:00 2026-06-10 19:00:00 America/Denver Howdy Partner - Let's Read! Saddle up for a musical trip to a bygone era! Parker - Event Hall A & B - Parker

Parker

Event Hall A & B - Parker

Saddle up for a musical trip to a bygone era!

Professional musicians will perform authentic American West music using vintage instruments and traditional playing styles.

A Summer Reading event for all ages.

Presented by Mark Gardner and Rex Rideout.

AGE GROUP: | Children & Family |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading |

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.

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Baby Storytime
Mon, Jun 01, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Jun 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Play Chess!
Mon, Jun 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Hall A & B - Parker
Drop in for friendly competition among players of all ages and abilities
Evening Storytime
Mon, Jun 01, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Coffee Chat
Tue, Jun 02, 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, Jun 02, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Recording Studio Orientation - Video
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Parker Recording Studio
Orientation for the Recording Studio at Douglas County Libraries in Parker.
This event is full
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free
Summer Yoga in the Park
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
All ages. Stretch, breathe, and relax together during this family-friendly gentle yoga class... more
All ages. Stretch, breathe, and relax together during this family-friendly gentle yoga class outdoors at Discovery Park.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jun 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Brain Health Fitness - Presented by Ageless Grace
Tue, Jun 02, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kids Corner - Parker
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 stimulate cognitive skills.
Bark for Books
Tue, Jun 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Study Room 154
Kids ages 6-12 boost their literacy skills by reading aloud to trained therapy dogs. Sign up for... more
Kids ages 6-12 boost their literacy skills by reading aloud to trained therapy dogs. Sign up for one 15-minute session.
Club de Cuentos - Book Club
Tue, Jun 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kids Corner - Parker
Grades 1-3. Want to practice reading Spanish or start learning? Grados 1-3. ¿Te gustaría... more
Grades 1-3. Want to practice reading Spanish or start learning? Grados 1-3. ¿Te gustaría practicar la lectura en español?
Traditional-to-Indie Publishing
Tue, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Event Hall A - Parker
While many indie authors dream of "being discovered" - i.e., taking an indie-to-traditional... more
While many indie authors dream of "being discovered" - i.e., taking an indie-to-traditional publishing path - for some authors, it goes in the other direction.
Inklings - Book Club
Tue, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Hall B - Parker
Adults meet monthly to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles.
Outdoor Storytime
Wed, Jun 03, 9:00am - 9:30am
Join us for Storytime in the great outdoors! Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for keeping Storytime... more
Join us for Storytime in the great outdoors! Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for keeping Storytime allergen-free.
Demystifying Protein
Wed, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Event Hall A - Parker
Protein plays a vital role in energy, muscle health, and overall wellness - but how much do you... more
Protein plays a vital role in energy, muscle health, and overall wellness - but how much do you really need?
Recording Studio Orientation - Video
Wed, Jun 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Parker Recording Studio
Orientation for the Recording Studio at Douglas County Libraries in Parker
The Book Was Better - Or Was It? - Book Club
Wed, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Conference Room - Parker
Adults meet the first Wednesday of the month to compare a film with its original novel.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jun 04, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jun 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Bilingual Storytime | Hora del cuento bilingüe
Thu, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Kids Corner - Parker
All ages. Presented in English and Spanish. Para familias. Presentado en inglés y español.
Cancelled
Practice Your English
Thu, Jun 04, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Intermediate to advanced English learners ages 18 and up gather for informal conversation on... more
Intermediate to advanced English learners ages 18 and up gather for informal conversation on everyday topics. Facilitated by a fluent English speaker.
Practice Your English
Thu, Jun 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
2nd Floor Conference Room - Parker
Intermediate to advanced English learners ages 18 and up gather for informal conversation on... more
Intermediate to advanced English learners ages 18 and up gather for informal conversation on everyday topics. Facilitated by a fluent English speaker.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Storytime Discover
Fri, Jun 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Event Hall B - Parker
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.
Cancelled
Storytime Discover
Fri, Jun 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Family Book and Activity Club
Fri, Jun 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Kids Corner - Parker
Family-focused book club highlighting children's literature and encouraging learning... more
Family-focused book club highlighting children's literature and encouraging learning opportunities through play, art and exploration.
Howdy Partner - Let's Read! - Prize Pickup Kickoff
Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Visit any DCL location from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. to receive a special, limited-edition prize just for... more
Visit any DCL location from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. to receive a special, limited-edition prize just for signing up for Summer Reading, and pick up sign-up prizes and reading logs.
Storytime
Sat, Jun 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Bark for Books
Sat, Jun 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Study Room 154
Kids ages 6-12 boost their literacy skills by reading aloud to trained therapy dogs. Sign up for... more
Kids ages 6-12 boost their literacy skills by reading aloud to trained therapy dogs. Sign up for one 15-minute session.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jun 08, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Jun 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Play Chess!
Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Hall A & B - Parker
Drop in for friendly competition among players of all ages and abilities
Evening Storytime
Mon, Jun 08, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Coffee Chat
Tue, Jun 09, 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, Jun 09, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free
Recording Studio Orientation - Audio
Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Parker Recording Studio
Orientation for the Recording Studio at Douglas County Libraries in Parker.
This event is full
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Outdoor Storytime
Wed, Jun 10, 9:00am - 9:30am
Join us for Storytime in the great outdoors! Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for keeping Storytime... more
Join us for Storytime in the great outdoors! Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for keeping Storytime allergen-free.
Reading Buddies - Drop-in
Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Kids in grades 1-3 read with trained teen buddies.
Howdy Partner - Let's Read! - LEGO Farmyard Roundup
Wed, Jun 10, 11:00am - 11:45am
Event Hall A & B - Parker
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
Wed, Jun 10, 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Event Hall A & B - Parker
Children will build their favorite farm animals with all their fun features using their creativity.
This event is full
Recording Studio Orientation - Audio
Wed, Jun 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Parker Recording Studio
Orientation for the Recording Studio at Douglas County Libraries in Parker.
This event is full
Howdy Partner - Let's Read! - Music of the Old West
Wed, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Event Hall A & B - Parker
Saddle up for a musical trip to a bygone era!
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