FRIENDS OF AURORA PUBLIC LIBRARY NEEDS YOUR HELP! Support your library by volunteering! Volunteers are needed at the Friends of the Aurora Public Library Book Outlet. Volunteers are asked to work at least one three-hour shift per month; tasks include ringing up purchases at the register, book sorting and shelving. If you are interested in volunteering call 720.747.7977, visit the Book Outlet (2243 S. Peoria St., next door to the Iliff Square Library) during regular business hours, or visit us online at FAPL.Info/Volunteer.

BOOK OUTLET HOURS: WED., 10 A.M.-6 P.M. | FRI., 10 A.M.-8 P.M. | SAT., 10 A.M.-4 P.M.

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October 2021AURORAPUBLICLIBRARY

BOOK CLUBS

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Join the fun here:

Ready for a challenge? Join our fourth challenge of our year-long Adult Reading Challenge! Complete the log to receive a prize. Visit your local library to pick up a log, or download one at AuroraLibrary.org.

TEEN BOOK CLUB• Thursday, Oct. 7, 4:30-5:30 p.m., MVL“Dark Waters” by Katherine Arden.

HORROR CORNER BOOK CLUB• Saturday, Oct. 2, Noon - 1 p.m., MVLBook of the month: “The Haunting of Hill House” By Shirley Jackson

NON-FICTION BOOK CLUB• Tuesday, Oct. 5, 1 p.m., CEN“My Own Words” by Ruth Bader Ginsburg

BOOKS @ THE BAR*• Saturday, Oct. 9, 1 p.m., WebExOctober book of the month: “The Best New True Crime Stories” by Mitzi SzeretoNovember book of the month: “The Evolution of Alice” by David A. RobertsonRegister online at AuroraLibrary.org

SHORT STORY BOOK CLUB*• Saturday, Oct. 16, 4 p.m. WebExA virtual book club for busy adults with monthly readings that you can finish in an hour or less. Register online to receive this month’s stories and the WebEx link.

TRUE CRIME BOOK CLUB• Saturday, Oct. 16, Noon - 1 p.m., MVLBook of the month: “Devil in the Grove” By Gilbert King

BOOKWORMS: A BOOK CLUB FOR NATURE ENTHUSIASTS* • Saturday, Oct. 15, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Morrison Nature Center • Wednesday, Oct. 20, 6 – 7:30 p.m., WebExIn partnership with City of Aurora Parks, Recreation & Open Space, Aurora Public Library & Sand Creek Regional Greenway Partnership. Register at AuroraGov.org/Nature.Book of the month: “The Big Burn” by Timothy Egan

DAYTIME BOOKLOVERS BOOK CLUBWednesday, Oct. 20, 10:30 a.m., CEN“Home Fire” by Kamila Shamsie

THE ARMCHAIR GENERALS BOOK CLUB• Saturday, Oct. 23, Noon - 1 p.m., MVLBook of the month: “The Guns of August” ByBarbara W. TuchmanBattle/Event of the month: “The Battle of Somme”

Aurora Craft Brews TourThe 2021 Aurora Craft Brews Tour ends Oct. 15! Pick up a passport at your library or download one at AuroraLibrary.org to discover Aurora’s craft beer scene! Prizes available at all Aurora Public Libraries through Friday, Oct. 22.

ADULT PROGRAMS

WebEx Murder Mystery: The Murder at the Manor Saturday, Oct. 30, 4 p.m., WebEx (Adults)Lord Heathcliff has been murdered with the candlestick in the pool room. But who’s the killer? Participants will get a role and a script when they sign up—costumes are encouraged! Players get to play detective and deduce the identity of the killer—or perhaps play the killer themselves?

AuroraGov.org/BookClubs

OCTOBER ART EXHIBITIONOct. 2 - 30, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., MLKVisit the the Aurora Cultural Arts District’s October Art Exhibition with featured local artists DJ Vicrux, ACHS & Sofia throughout the month of October in the lobby of Martin Luther King Jr. Library.

DISCUSSION GROUPSCULTS, CONSPIRACIES, AND SECRET SOCIETIES DISCUSSION GROUP*Saturday, Oct. 9, Noon, WebEx Discussion of the month: “The secret society of Skull and Bones, and the Bohemian Grove” THE MORE YOU KNOW...JOB HELP*• Thursdays, 11 a.m., HOF Finding a job can be frustrating and time-consuming! Register for a job help session and let us guide you through all aspects of the job hunt: building a resume or cover letter, searching for jobs online and preparing for an interview! Please contact the Hoffman Library to register for a session.

COMPUTER TUTORING*From computer basics, to learning about MS Word, Excel or PowerPoint, we can provide one-on-one instruction to get you started. Contact your local library for available dates and times.

LEGAL CLINIC*Tuesday, Oct. 5, 3:30 - 5 p.m., CENFree legal assistance provided by volunteer attorneys. Call 303.739.6630 to register.

DIYCROSS-STITCH CLUB• Tuesday, Oct. 5, 5-6 p.m., ILFLearn to cross-stitch or work on existing projects at the library! Beginning supplies provided.

CREATE IT!: AUTUMN EMBROIDERY• Thursday, Oct. 5, 6:30 p.m., Facebook • Thursday, Oct. 9, 11 a.m., HOF*Create a brisk autumn-themed pin or pattern using embroidery! Join us for the virtual program on Facebook or the in-person program at the Hoffman Library.

OPEN SEWING LAB• Thursday, Oct. 7 & 21, 3-5 p.m., HOFNeed to stitch, sew or darn? Drop by the Sewing Lab and work on a current project or dream up something new!

ADULT ART*• Saturday, Oct. 9, 4-5 p.m., MVLA relaxing amateur art class for adults. Registration required to ensure supplies.

CRAFTS & COLORING• Saturday, Oct. 23, 4 p.m., MVL Bring your own knitting or craft project from home, or grab a coloring sheet here. The goal is just to de-stress and chat with other adults.

VIRTUAL PROGRAMS WEBEX:LIBRARY GAME NIGHT: ADULT SESSION* Fridays, 8 p.m., WebEx • Oct. 1: Set • Oct. 8: Mysterium• Oct. 15: Wit’s End• Oct. 22: One Night Ultimate Werewolf• Oct. 29: Trivia Murder Party

LET’S CRAFT TOGETHER*• Mondays, Oct. 4, 11 & 25, 6 p.m., WebExChat and work on existing craft projects over WebEx with the library!

JIGSAW PUZZLE NIGHT*• Tuesday, Oct. 12 & 26, 5-6 p.m., WebExChat and work on an online jigsaw puzzle together with other adults.

SMART CENTS: RELATIONSHIPS AND MONEY* • Wednesday, Oct. 13, Noon, WebExLearn skills for managing money with a partner or family member! Presented by the Denver Community Credit Union.

MADE IN A MUG• Friday, Oct. 15, 1 p.m., Facebook & YouTubeNeed a sweet treat? A savory mouthful? Tune in for your next bite-sized recipe! October’s recipe: Pumpkin Oatmeal Mug Bake from Kath Eats.

CREATE IT: PETS! NO SEW PET SCARF• Thursday, Oct. 28, 2 p.m., Facebook & YouTubePets need a comfy scarf too! In partnership with Aurora Animal Shelter.

APL THREE ON A THEME • Friday, Oct. 29, 1 p.m. , Facebook & APL BlogHave a favorite genre/theme and need book recommendations? At the start of each month we will post a poll and you pick which genre/theme you like best! Then at the last Friday of the month we will recommend 3 books based on that genre/theme!

CHECK OUT THESE FUN PROGRAMS FROM OUR

FRIENDS AT AURORA HISTORY MUSEUM!

FESTIVAL OF WREATHSDecorate a festive wreath to donate to the annual Festival of Wreaths. This annual tradition is a fundraiser for the Aurora Museum Foundation. Each wreath is displayed at the Aurora History Museum and sold through an online auction. Proceeds support Aurora History Museum & Historic Sites. Visit AuroraMuseum.org for more information and to donate a wreath.

MORNINGS AT THE MUSEUM *• Wednesday, Oct. 6, 10:30 a.m., Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Pkwy. Visit the museum once a month for stories, crafts and fun activities! Ages 3–6 with their guardian. Register at AuroraMuseum.org.

LECTURE: WHY DOES COLORADO HAVE A LIBERTY BELL?• Wednesday, Oct. 20, Noon, WebExWhen Tom Campbell moved here from Philadelphia he discovered a big slice of home sitting in front of the Colorado Capitol — a full-size, functional Liberty Bell replica. This chance encounter set into motion a lifelong quest to see and share the stories of every Liberty Bell replica in the world. Learn the history of Colorado’s Liberty Bell, missing bells, stolen bells, exploding bells and the 1950 promotional scheme that started it all.

EARLY LITERACY PROGRAMSSTORYTIME SCHEDULE

Location Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Storytime (all ages) CEN 10:30 A.M.

HOF 10:30 A.M.

ILF 10:30 A.M.

MVL 10:30 A.M.

TLR 10:30 A.M.

Babies (0-23 mos.) CEN 10:30 A.M.

Toddlers (2-3 yrs.) CEN 10:30 A.M.

Preschool (3-5 yrs.) CEN 10:30 A.M.

Storytime with a Community Helper (All ages)

CEN Oct. 1, 10:30 A.M.

EARLY LITERACY PROGRAMMING

Location Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Preschool Playgroup (2-6 yrs.)

TLR 11 A.M.

Music Playgroup (2-6 yrs.) TLR 11 A.M.

Tots’ Tunes TLR 10:30 A.M. 10:30 A.M.

FAMILY (ALL AGES)

SPECIAL STORYTIME WITH FEDERATION OF THE BLINDWednesday, Oct. 6, 10:30 a.m., TLRJoin us for storytime with a guest reader from the Aurora chapter of the National Federation of the Blind and learn about Braille in celebration of “Meet the Blind Month” in October. HALLOWEEN STORYTIME• Wednesday, Oct. 27, 10:30 a.m., TLRWear your costume to our special Halloween-themed storytime and join our parade through the library!

TOONS & CEREAL• Saturday, Oct. 9 & 23, 10-11 a.m., MVLRemember when the greatest thing was just sitting on the couch eating a bowlful of sugary cereal, and watching some cartoons on Saturday mornings? Let’s do it again! Suggested ages 4 – 9 years old and their guardians.

MAKE & LEARNThursdays, Oct. 14, Noon, Facebook/YouTubeHelp prepare your child for kindergarten with games that focus on early literacy skills you can make and play at home.

KIDS (K-5TH GRADE)

READING BUDDIES • Wednesday, 4-6 p.m., CEN Students in kindergarten through fifth grade will spend 20 minutes engaged in reading with a librarian. No registration required, drop in between 4-6 p.m. VIRTUAL LEGO CLUB*• Monday, Oct. 4, 4 p.m., Facebook & YouTubeBuild a Lego creation that matches the theme. Post a picture of your creation to be entered for a chance to win a LEGO kit. SPOOKY PAPERCRAFT CLUB • Wednesday, Oct. 6, 4:30 p.m., MVL It’s Papercraft Club, but a spookier version. Make ghosts, ghasts, pumpkins, Endermen and more!

SPOOKY PERLER BEADS • Wednesday, Oct. 13, 4:30 p.m., MVL Our monthly Perler bead (or “melty bead”) craft, but with fun Halloween patterns. Make a project to take home and keep!

CLOTHESPIN CREATURE• Thursday, Oct. 14, 4 p.m., HOFWhen you pinch your clothespin creature, what lurks inside their mouth? Use your creative skills to make these fun scenes!

BINGO FOR BOOKS • Friday, Oct. 15, 4:30-5:15 p.m., CENIt’s BINGO time! We will play several games of bingo where the winner will get their choice of a prize. Appropriate for elementary-aged kids and their families.

LEGO CLUB • Tuesday, Oct. 19, 4:30 p.m., CENWe supply the LEGO bricks, you bring the creativity!

SPOOKY CLAY CLUB• Wednesday, Oct. 20, 4:30 p.m., MVLMake clay ghosts and monster figurines out of a special fast-drying clay that you can take home and keep!

SPOOKY GLOW-IN-THE-DARK SKELETON CRAFT• Wednesday, Oct. 27, 4:30 p.m., MVLMake a with bones that light up in the dark!

AURORA PUBLIC LIBRARY LOCATIONSNORTH REGION CODE ADDRESS

Martin Luther King, Jr. MLK 9898 E. Colfax Ave.

Hoffman Heights HOF 1298 Peoria St.

CENTRAL REGION

Central CEN 14949 E. Alameda Pkwy.

Chambers Plaza (coming soon!)

To Be Announced

SOUTH REGION

Iliff Square ILF 2253 S. Peoria St.

Mission Viejo MVL 15324 E. Hampden Circle

Tallyn’s Reach TLR 23911 E. Arapahoe Road

All libraries open Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

TEENS (GRADES 6-12)

TEENS WRITE• Tuesday, Oct. 12, 4:30 p.m., ILFCome play creative writing games with other teens at the library!

TEEN TABLETOP GAMES• Thursdays, Oct. 14, 28, 4:30-5:30 p.m., TLR

• Thursday, Oct. 21, 4:30-5:30 p.m., MVLHang out and play popular tabletop games like Catan, Betrayal at the House on the Hill, Fluxx, Unstable Unicorns, and more.

ANIME & COMIC BOOK CLUB• Thursday, Oct. 14, 4:30 p.m., MVLWatch anime and discuss your favorite manga and comics with other teens. We’ve got popcorn and beanbags so you can hang out and relax.

DIY PINS• Thursday, Oct. 28, 4 p.m., HOFPins are an awesome way to celebrate causes or to share your favorite characters. Join us as we create our own pins using shrink plastic!

LIBRARY GAME NIGHT: TEEN SESSION* Fridays, 5:30 p.m., WebEx • Oct. 1: Set • Oct. 8: Mysterium • Oct. 15: Wit’s End • Oct. 22: One Night Ultimate Werewolf• Oct. 29: Trivia Murder Party

TEEN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

TEEN ADVISORY GROUP Teens! Join your local Teen Advisory Group and let your voice be heard! Plan fun library events like Nerf battles and stuffed animal sleepovers. Attendance counts as volunteer time and there will be snacks.

LOCATION DATE TIME

CEN Thursday, Oct. 14 4:30-5:30 p.m.

TLR Thursdays, Oct. 7 & 28 4:30-5:30 p.m.

MVL Thursday, Oct. 28 4:30-5:30 p.m.

VOLUNTEER TEEN BOOK REVIEWER Earn two hours of volunteer time for each approved review you submit. Your reviews will be published on our Facebook page and posted in the library. Books must be shelved in our Young Adult sections and be available at any Aurora Public Library. Contact libraryoutreach@auroragov.org for more information, review guidelines and final review approval.

TWEENS (GRADES 4-8)

LEARN TO PROGRAM*• Saturdays, Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 4:15 p.m., TLRLearn how to code Java and Python with Steel City Codes. No experience necessary!

FRIENDS OF AURORA PUBLIC LIBRARY NEEDS YOUR HELP! Support your library by volunteering! Volunteers are needed at the Friends of the Aurora Public Library Book Outlet. Volunteers are asked to work at least one three-hour shift per month; tasks include ringing up purchases at the register, book sorting and shelving. If you are interested in volunteering call 720.747.7977, visit the Book Outlet (2243 S. Peoria St., next door to the Iliff Square Library) during regular business hours, or visit us online at FAPL.Info/Volunteer.

BOOK OUTLET HOURS: WED., 10 A.M.-6 P.M. | FRI., 10 A.M.-8 P.M. | SAT., 10 A.M.-4 P.M.

EXPLORE@YOURLIBRARY

October 2021AURORAPUBLICLIBRARY

BOOK CLUBS

@APLReadingRocks@AuroraLibrary @APLReadingRocks @APLReadingRocks Pinterest.com/AuroraPublic

Join the fun here:

Ready for a challenge? Join our fourth challenge of our year-long Adult Reading Challenge! Complete the log to receive a prize. Visit your local library to pick up a log, or download one at AuroraLibrary.org.

TEEN BOOK CLUB• Thursday, Oct. 7, 4:30-5:30 p.m., MVL“Dark Waters” by Katherine Arden.

HORROR CORNER BOOK CLUB• Saturday, Oct. 2, Noon - 1 p.m., MVLBook of the month: “The Haunting of Hill House” By Shirley Jackson

NON-FICTION BOOK CLUB• Tuesday, Oct. 5, 1 p.m., CEN“My Own Words” by Ruth Bader Ginsburg

BOOKS @ THE BAR*• Saturday, Oct. 9, 1 p.m., WebExOctober book of the month: “The Best New True Crime Stories” by Mitzi SzeretoNovember book of the month: “The Evolution of Alice” by David A. RobertsonRegister online at AuroraLibrary.org

SHORT STORY BOOK CLUB*• Saturday, Oct. 16, 4 p.m. WebExA virtual book club for busy adults with monthly readings that you can finish in an hour or less. Register online to receive this month’s stories and the WebEx link.

TRUE CRIME BOOK CLUB• Saturday, Oct. 16, Noon - 1 p.m., MVLBook of the month: “Devil in the Grove” By Gilbert King

BOOKWORMS: A BOOK CLUB FOR NATURE ENTHUSIASTS* • Saturday, Oct. 15, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Morrison Nature Center • Wednesday, Oct. 20, 6 – 7:30 p.m., WebExIn partnership with City of Aurora Parks, Recreation & Open Space, Aurora Public Library & Sand Creek Regional Greenway Partnership. Register at AuroraGov.org/Nature.Book of the month: “The Big Burn” by Timothy Egan

DAYTIME BOOKLOVERS BOOK CLUBWednesday, Oct. 20, 10:30 a.m., CEN“Home Fire” by Kamila Shamsie

THE ARMCHAIR GENERALS BOOK CLUB• Saturday, Oct. 23, Noon - 1 p.m., MVLBook of the month: “The Guns of August” ByBarbara W. TuchmanBattle/Event of the month: “The Battle of Somme”

Aurora Craft Brews TourThe 2021 Aurora Craft Brews Tour ends Oct. 15! Pick up a passport at your library or download one at AuroraLibrary.org to discover Aurora’s craft beer scene! Prizes available at all Aurora Public Libraries through Friday, Oct. 22.

ADULT PROGRAMS

WebEx Murder Mystery: The Murder at the Manor Saturday, Oct. 30, 4 p.m., WebEx (Adults)Lord Heathcliff has been murdered with the candlestick in the pool room. But who’s the killer? Participants will get a role and a script when they sign up—costumes are encouraged! Players get to play detective and deduce the identity of the killer—or perhaps play the killer themselves?

AuroraGov.org/BookClubs

OCTOBER ART EXHIBITIONOct. 2 - 30, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., MLKVisit the the Aurora Cultural Arts District’s October Art Exhibition with featured local artists DJ Vicrux, ACHS & Sofia throughout the month of October in the lobby of Martin Luther King Jr. Library.

DISCUSSION GROUPSCULTS, CONSPIRACIES, AND SECRET SOCIETIES DISCUSSION GROUP*Saturday, Oct. 9, Noon, WebEx Discussion of the month: “The secret society of Skull and Bones, and the Bohemian Grove” THE MORE YOU KNOW...JOB HELP*• Thursdays, 11 a.m., HOF Finding a job can be frustrating and time-consuming! Register for a job help session and let us guide you through all aspects of the job hunt: building a resume or cover letter, searching for jobs online and preparing for an interview! Please contact the Hoffman Library to register for a session.

COMPUTER TUTORING*From computer basics, to learning about MS Word, Excel or PowerPoint, we can provide one-on-one instruction to get you started. Contact your local library for available dates and times.

LEGAL CLINIC*Tuesday, Oct. 5, 3:30 - 5 p.m., CENFree legal assistance provided by volunteer attorneys. Call 303.739.6630 to register.

DIYCROSS-STITCH CLUB• Tuesday, Oct. 5, 5-6 p.m., ILFLearn to cross-stitch or work on existing projects at the library! Beginning supplies provided.

CREATE IT!: AUTUMN EMBROIDERY• Thursday, Oct. 5, 6:30 p.m., Facebook • Thursday, Oct. 9, 11 a.m., HOF*Create a brisk autumn-themed pin or pattern using embroidery! Join us for the virtual program on Facebook or the in-person program at the Hoffman Library.

OPEN SEWING LAB• Thursday, Oct. 7 & 21, 3-5 p.m., HOFNeed to stitch, sew or darn? Drop by the Sewing Lab and work on a current project or dream up something new!

ADULT ART*• Saturday, Oct. 9, 4-5 p.m., MVLA relaxing amateur art class for adults. Registration required to ensure supplies.

CRAFTS & COLORING• Saturday, Oct. 23, 4 p.m., MVL Bring your own knitting or craft project from home, or grab a coloring sheet here. The goal is just to de-stress and chat with other adults.

VIRTUAL PROGRAMS WEBEX:LIBRARY GAME NIGHT: ADULT SESSION* Fridays, 8 p.m., WebEx • Oct. 1: Set • Oct. 8: Mysterium• Oct. 15: Wit’s End• Oct. 22: One Night Ultimate Werewolf• Oct. 29: Trivia Murder Party

LET’S CRAFT TOGETHER*• Mondays, Oct. 4, 11 & 25, 6 p.m., WebExChat and work on existing craft projects over WebEx with the library!

JIGSAW PUZZLE NIGHT*• Tuesday, Oct. 12 & 26, 5-6 p.m., WebExChat and work on an online jigsaw puzzle together with other adults.

SMART CENTS: RELATIONSHIPS AND MONEY* • Wednesday, Oct. 13, Noon, WebExLearn skills for managing money with a partner or family member! Presented by the Denver Community Credit Union.

MADE IN A MUG• Friday, Oct. 15, 1 p.m., Facebook & YouTubeNeed a sweet treat? A savory mouthful? Tune in for your next bite-sized recipe! October’s recipe: Pumpkin Oatmeal Mug Bake from Kath Eats.

CREATE IT: PETS! NO SEW PET SCARF• Thursday, Oct. 28, 2 p.m., Facebook & YouTubePets need a comfy scarf too! In partnership with Aurora Animal Shelter.

APL THREE ON A THEME • Friday, Oct. 29, 1 p.m. , Facebook & APL BlogHave a favorite genre/theme and need book recommendations? At the start of each month we will post a poll and you pick which genre/theme you like best! Then at the last Friday of the month we will recommend 3 books based on that genre/theme!

CHECK OUT THESE FUN PROGRAMS FROM OUR

FRIENDS AT AURORA HISTORY MUSEUM!

FESTIVAL OF WREATHSDecorate a festive wreath to donate to the annual Festival of Wreaths. This annual tradition is a fundraiser for the Aurora Museum Foundation. Each wreath is displayed at the Aurora History Museum and sold through an online auction. Proceeds support Aurora History Museum & Historic Sites. Visit AuroraMuseum.org for more information and to donate a wreath.

MORNINGS AT THE MUSEUM *• Wednesday, Oct. 6, 10:30 a.m., Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Pkwy. Visit the museum once a month for stories, crafts and fun activities! Ages 3–6 with their guardian. Register at AuroraMuseum.org.

LECTURE: WHY DOES COLORADO HAVE A LIBERTY BELL?• Wednesday, Oct. 20, Noon, WebExWhen Tom Campbell moved here from Philadelphia he discovered a big slice of home sitting in front of the Colorado Capitol — a full-size, functional Liberty Bell replica. This chance encounter set into motion a lifelong quest to see and share the stories of every Liberty Bell replica in the world. Learn the history of Colorado’s Liberty Bell, missing bells, stolen bells, exploding bells and the 1950 promotional scheme that started it all.