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Registration opens:
November 03rd, 2026

Active Minds

The Story of Toys
2026-12-03 18:00:00 2026-12-03 19:30:00 America/Denver Active Minds From ancient dolls and handmade games to today's high-tech creations, toys have always been more than just objects of play. Lone Tree - Event Hall - Lone Tree

Thursday, December 03
6:00pm - 7:30pm

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Lone Tree

Event Hall - Lone Tree

From ancient dolls and handmade games to today's high-tech creations, toys have always been more than just objects of play.

Join Active Minds as we explore the fascinating history of toys and how they have evolved alongside culture, technology, and society. Discover what our favorite toys can tell us about childhood, creativity, and the changing world around us.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History, Current Events & Civics |

Lone Tree
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Phone: 303-791-7323
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About the branch

Our light-filled library includes a spacious Kids Corner area with dedicated Storytime space and Everbright—a Lite-Brite-inspired interactive wall. Informal and formal meeting and event spaces are also available to the public, as well as laptop borrowing. This library also features the Little Savers Bank & Market play space for kids. 

Upcoming Events

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Baby Storytime
Mon, Nov 02, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Nov 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Nov 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Brain Health Fitness - Presented by Ageless Grace
Mon, Nov 02, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
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.
Coffee Chat
Tue, Nov 03, 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, Nov 03, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Nov 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Dungeons & Dragons Gaming and Book Club
Tue, Nov 03, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
The Studio - Lone Tree
Adults and Teens 15+ meet monthly to learn and play Dungeons & Dragons. No experience necessary. 
Coffee Chat
Wed, Nov 04, 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
Wed, Nov 04, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Nov 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Book Banter - Book Club
Wed, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Studio - Lone Tree
Adults meet the first Wednesday of each month to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles. Meets... more
Adults meet the first Wednesday of each month to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles. Meets upstairs in the event hall.
Evening Storytime
Wed, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Nov 05, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Nov 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Readers' Roost - Book Club
Thu, Nov 05, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Event Hall - Lone Tree
Adults meet the first Thursday of each month to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles. Meets in... more
Adults meet the first Thursday of each month to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles. Meets in upstairs event hall.
Page Twisters - Book Club
Thu, Nov 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Kids in grades 4-6 meet monthly in Kids Corner. In even months, we will discuss the book listed... more
Kids in grades 4-6 meet monthly in Kids Corner. In even months, we will discuss the book listed on the reading list. In odd months, we will discuss books we're reading and liking.
Active Minds - Winston Churchill
Thu, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Event Hall - Lone Tree
Explore the remarkable life and legacy of Winston Churchill, one of the most influential... more
Explore the remarkable life and legacy of Winston Churchill, one of the most influential political leaders of the 20th century.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Nov 06, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Nov 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Storytime Discover
Fri, Nov 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
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.
Storytime
Sat, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Bark for Books Drop-In - 2nd Sunday with Penny
Sun, Nov 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Study Room 109
Kids ages 6-12 boost their literacy skills by reading aloud to trained therapy dogs. No... more
Kids ages 6-12 boost their literacy skills by reading aloud to trained therapy dogs. No registration required.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Nov 09, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Nov 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Nov 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Brain Health Fitness - Presented by Ageless Grace
Mon, Nov 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
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.
Evening Social Hour
Mon, Nov 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Event Hall - Lone Tree
Drop in for conversation in a neuroinclusive space. All abilities welcome. Adults.
Coffee Chat
Tue, Nov 10, 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, Nov 10, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Nov 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Nov 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Bark for Books
Tue, Nov 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 109
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.
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Teen Library Connections
Tue, Nov 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Middle and high school teens earn community service hours planning events, recommending... more
Middle and high school teens earn community service hours planning events, recommending materials, and advocating for their peers in the library. Meets the second Tuesday of each month.
Coffee Chat
Wed, Nov 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
Wed, Nov 11, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Nov 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Nov 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Evening Storytime
Wed, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Nov 12, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Practice Your English
Thu, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
The Studio - Lone Tree
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
Thu, Nov 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Play & Connect
Thu, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Event Hall - Lone Tree
Adults enjoy favorite tabletop games and discover new ones.
Art Explorers
Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Kids Corner - Lone Tree
Art-based book club for kids gr. 1-3, featuring a shared book followed by a fun, creative... more
Art-based book club for kids gr. 1-3, featuring a shared book followed by a fun, creative project inspired by varying art styles and techniques.
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