Meet Brandon Sanderson
Brandon Sanderson, author & Toastmaster for Denver's 2009 MileHiCon, the region's largest SciFi/fantasy literary convention, is excited to talk about his journey to becoming a writer. His books include text Alcatraz and the Evil Librarians. He will answer questions and sign books. Join us for a delightfully entertaining evening with this young, talented author!
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Express yourself @ your library
Like art, music or dance? Come to a program this summer. There's art programs, hip hop dance, and movies.
Reserve your spot today. Check the calendar for dates and times near you!
Gotta Dance
Love to dance? Or watch dancing? Here's some movies and books for you.
Or... instead of watching, how 'bout doing? Sign up for a Jazz & Hip Hop Dance workshop at a library branch near you.
Creative Writing Clubs
Like to write? Join a creative writing clubs. Groups are available at Koelbel, May, Smoky Hill, and Southglenn. Check the calendar for more information and to register.
Teen Creative Writing
Do you daydream about the stories in your head? Long to be published? Itch to tell a tale? From fiction to poetry, and everything in between, if writing is something you love, something you feel compelled to do, this monthly club is for you. Come to strengthen your craft, get feedback on your work and meet other writers with a passionate pen. Groups are available at Koelbel, May, Smoky Hill, and Southglenn. Check dates and times here.
We want to publish your writing!
Send your poems, short stories, or book reviews to ALD Teens for publication in Digital Inkling, our monthly online teen newsletter.
Rock Band Video Game Contest
Get your group together and rock at the library. Your band will need a drummer, a guitar player, and of course someone has to take the mike. We'll videotape the action and post bands on our teen website. Online voting will determine the Arapahoe Library District's ultimate "Rock Band"! Check dates, times and locations.
Bandana Bags
Be Green with a bandana bag you made yourself. Make it a party bag, a book bag, a shopping bag or just a "stuff" bag. Check dates, times and locations.
Get Your Dance On
Want to get your dance on? Bring a book for donation to charity and cut some rug to your favorite 80’s songs. Teens can dress in their favorite 80’s fashion trends and be totally tubular with their friends! Check dates, times and locations.
Bug Bites
Welcome to the Bug Bites Café! Discover bug cuisine from cultures around the world and find bugs in our everyday food. Meet live animals who have been on the menu and taste a few buggy treats yourself. Check dates, times and locations.
Pokemon
Bring your Pokemon cards and prepare to battle and earn prizes! All skill levels welcome. For Pokemon trainers ages 10-18. Check the calendar for dates and times.
Get Your Game On! - Gaming in the Library!
Video games, computer games, board games - you never know what you'll get. Come and challenge your friends!
Events are happening all over the library district, so check the calendar for dates and times near you!
Watch the library gaming video
|Check our Get Your Game On! blog for more gaming news!
Teen Advisory Board
Help plan library activities for teens. For locations, dates and times check here.