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Great Decisions

U.S. and China Relations
2026-10-13 18:00:00 2026-10-13 19:45:00 America/Denver Great Decisions Join this Great Decisions series of lectures. This week's guest speaker is Dr. Jing Sun, Professor of Political Science at the University of Denver. Highlands Ranch - Event Hall A & B - Highlands Ranch

Tuesday, October 13
6:00pm - 7:45pm

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Highlands Ranch

Event Hall A & B - Highlands Ranch

Join this Great Decisions series of lectures. This week's guest speaker is Dr. Jing Sun, Professor of Political Science at the University of Denver.

Please register each person attending. Join the largest discussion program on critical global issues of today. Watch the topic video from the Foreign Policy Assn., and join in a Q&A with Dr. Jing Sun, faculty chair of Political Science at University of Denver.  

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History, Current Events & Civics |

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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.

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A Cozy Picture Journaling Workshop
Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:30am
Event Hall B - Highlands Ranch
This class is for adults. Join local artist Jeslyn Sebold for a warm and unhurried creative... more
This class is for adults. Join local artist Jeslyn Sebold for a warm and unhurried creative experience celebrating the magic of autumn.
Cancelled
Making Comics - An Essential Guide for Beginners with Jeslyn Sebold
Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:30am
These classes are for adults and teens. Bring your stories to life in this comprehensive,... more
These classes are for adults and teens. Bring your stories to life in this comprehensive, five-part series with instructor Jeslyn Sebold.
Storytime
Sat, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
All ages welcome. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Bark for Books
Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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.
Coffee Chat
Sun, Oct 04, 10:00am - 1:00pm
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
Mon, Oct 05, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Oct 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Great Decisions - The Third Nuclear Age
Mon, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Adults. Register. Join the Great Decisions series of lectures. This week Dr. Debak Das of the... more
Adults. Register. Join the Great Decisions series of lectures. This week Dr. Debak Das of the Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs, University of Denver, will be guest speaker. Event Hall
Coffee Chat
Tue, Oct 06, 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, Oct 06, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Daytime Book Club
Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
Event Hall A - Highlands Ranch
Adults meet monthly to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles. Meets upstairs in the Event Hall.... more
Adults meet monthly to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles. Meets upstairs in the Event Hall. This book club is filled to capacity.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Found Materials Collage - Create an Accordion Art Book
Tue, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Event Hall A - Highlands Ranch
Join artist Julia Rymer for a creative afternoon exploring the art of collage using found papers... more
Join artist Julia Rymer for a creative afternoon exploring the art of collage using found papers and materials.
This event is full
Storytime
Tue, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for all ages. Thank you for keeping Storytime allergen-free.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Oct 07, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Brain Health Fitness - Presented by Ageless Grace
Wed, Oct 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
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 to stimulate cognitive skills.
Storytime
Wed, Oct 07, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
All ages. Please help keep Storytime allergen-free. Meets in Kids Corner
Slick Science
Wed, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Hall B - Highlands Ranch
Science activities for children ages 8-12. Please register each child attending. October's topic... more
Science activities for children ages 8-12. Please register each child attending. October's topic is Catapults!
ESL Book Club
Wed, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
First Floor Conference Room - Highlands Ranch
Adults who are intermediate or advanced English speakers meet on the first Wednesday of each... more
Adults who are intermediate or advanced English speakers meet on the first Wednesday of each month to discuss essays, novels, and memoirs relating to immigrant experiences. Registration required.
This event is full
Baby Storytime
Thu, Oct 08, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Oct 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Play & Connect
Thu, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Event Hall B - Highlands Ranch
Adults. Enjoy favorite tabletop games and discover new ones.
Doodle & Draw Together - Parent-Child Creative Workshop
Thu, Oct 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Event Hall A - Highlands Ranch
Whether you're a seasoned artist or a first-timer, we'd love to doodle with you!
This event is full
Overbooked - Book Club
Thu, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
First Floor Conference Room - Highlands Ranch
Grades 7-8. Meet each month to discuss a great book, do an activity and enjoy a snack!
Kindie Club - Book Club
Thu, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
For kids in kindergarten. Register each child attending. Meets the second Thursday of each... more
For kids in kindergarten. Register each child attending. Meets the second Thursday of each month. Listen to stories and do fun activities.
Quiet Reading Group
Thu, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Drop in for quiet reading with other adults. Bring a book from home or from our shelves.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Oct 09, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Storytime Discover
Fri, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
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.
Book 1 Book Club
Fri, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Registration required 4-6 graders. Meets the second Friday of every month. Attendees will read... more
Registration required 4-6 graders. Meets the second Friday of every month. Attendees will read the first book of a series beforehand then participate in fun discussions and activities.
Cancelled
Making Comics - An Essential Guide for Beginners with Jeslyn Sebold
Sat, Oct 10, 10:00am - 11:30am
These classes are for adults and teens. Bring your stories to life in this comprehensive,... more
These classes are for adults and teens. Bring your stories to life in this comprehensive, five-part series with instructor Jeslyn Sebold.
Storytime
Sat, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
All ages welcome. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Coffee Chat
Sun, Oct 11, 10:00am - 1:00pm
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
Mon, Oct 12, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Oct 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Oct 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Highlands Ranch Book Club
Mon, Oct 12, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Event Hall A - Highlands Ranch
Adults meet monthly to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles. Meets upstairs in the Event Hall.... more
Adults meet monthly to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles. Meets upstairs in the Event Hall. This club is filled to capacity.
Coffee Chat
Tue, Oct 13, 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.
Cancelled
Baby Storytime
Tue, Oct 13, 9:00am - 9:30am
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Cancelled
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Cancelled
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ideal for ages 3-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Great Decisions - U.S. and China Relations
Tue, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Event Hall A & B - Highlands Ranch
Join this Great Decisions series of lectures. This week's guest speaker is Dr. Jing Sun,... more
Join this Great Decisions series of lectures. This week's guest speaker is Dr. Jing Sun, Professor of Political Science at the University of Denver.
Storytime
Tue, Oct 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Kids Corner - Highlands Ranch
Ideal for all ages. Thank you for keeping Storytime allergen-free.
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