The library isn’t just for books! Along with providing a wealth of information and resources, your local library system also hosts a variety of FREE events every month. Some events require registration, but nearly all are at no-cost to you to attend. Check your closest system’s events calendar, find the event that speaks to you, and take advantage of this invaluable community resource.
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MAYBE YOU DIDN’T KNOW! All public libraries are part of the Colorado Libraries Collaborate. That means if you get a library card for one system, you can utilize other Colorado public libraries.
Typically, the alternative library will issue you a library card or affix a barcode sticker to your local library card. So if you have a Denver Public Library card, feel free to get one from Arapahoe Libraries or Boulder or any other that might be within a short drive of your home or work.
A few libraries restrict certain perks to residents only, but events are typically open to all, regardless of if you live within the district.
The events listed below include movie nights, concerts, and even a smattering of performing arts classes and is updated monthly. Events are primarily for adults with some open to multiple age groups.
If you have any updates, additions, deletions or closures, send an e-mail to info@milehighonthecheap.com.
NOTE: Some events may be canceled or rescheduled at the last minute, please double-check their calendar or call the branch you are planning to visit before the program if you have any questions about scheduling or attendance requirements.
Events with full registration lists are not included. If registration for an event is full, many libraries offer waitlist options so don’t forget to check their calendars for additional programs.
Anythink Libraries – Adams County
- mySummer Finale: Movie Night (Huron Street) – Monday, August 3 | 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | All Ages
- Community Concert Series: iZCALLi (Clear Creek Valley Park – 3700 W. 58th Pl., Arvada, CO 80002) – Thursday, August 6 | 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | All Ages
Arapahoe Libraries – Arapahoe County
- Documentary and Dialogue: ‘Surveilled’ Screening #1 (Koelbel Library – The Forum Theater) – Wednesday, August 19 | 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. | 18+ | Registration Required
- Documentary and Dialogue: ‘Surveilled’ Screening #2 (Koelbel Library – The Forum Theater) – Wednesday, August 19 | 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. | 18+ | Registration Required
- Square Dancing with the Rainbeaus (Koelbel Library – Front Patio) – Wednesday, August 26 | 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | 18+ | Registration Required
Aurora Public Library (APL)
- Monday Matinee (Tallyn’s Reach Library – Full Community Room) – Monday, August 3 | 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | All Ages
- Viewing Jason and the Argonauts (1963)
- Movies & Popcorn (Tallyn’s Reach Library – Full Community Room) – Tuesday, August 4 | 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | All Ages
- Viewing The Iron Giant (1999)
- Movies & Popcorn (Tallyn’s Reach Library – Full Community Room) – Friday, August 7 | 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | All Ages
- Viewing Turning Red (2022)
- Movies & Popcorn (Tallyn’s Reach Library – Full Community Room) – Tuesday, August 11 | 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | All Ages
- Viewing Hidden Figures (2016)
- Movies & Popcorn (Tallyn’s Reach Library – Full Community Room) – Friday, August 14 | 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | All Ages
- Viewing Babe (1995)
- Monday Matinee (Tallyn’s Reach Library – Full Community Room) – Monday, August 17 | 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Teens/Adults
- Viewing Planet of the Apes (1968)
- Movies & Popcorn (Tallyn’s Reach Library – Full Community Room) – Tuesday, August 18 | 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | All Ages
- Viewing Willow (1988)
- Monday Matinee (Tallyn’s Reach Library – Full Community Room) – Monday, August 31 | 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Teens/Adults
- Viewing Gaslight (1944)
Bemis Public Library – Littleton
- None this month!
Boulder Public Library
- Docs After Dark (Main Library – Canyon Theater) – Thursday, August 6 | 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Teens/Adults
- Viewing Earth’s Greatest Enemy (2025)
- Crafternoon Film (Main Library – Canyon Theater) – Saturday, August 8 | 1 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. | Teens/Adults
- Viewing The Color Purple (1985)
- Spotlight: A Boulder Notoriety Show (Main Library – Canyon Theater) – Saturday, August 15 | 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | Teens/Adults | Performers Must Register
- Gunbarrel Classic Movies (Gunbarrel Library – Joined Study Rooms) – Sunday, August 23 | 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. | 18+ | Registration Required
- Viewing The Ox-Bow Incident (1943)
- Boulder Movie Club (Main Library – Canyon Theater) – Thursday, August 27 | 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. | 18+
- Viewing Little Miss Sunshine (2005)
- The Harp According to Margot: Celtic Harp and Voice (Gunbarrel Library – Joined Study Rooms) – Sunday, August 30 | 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. | 18+ | Registration Required
Broomfield Library
- Friday Film (Eisenhower Meeting Room) – Friday, August 14 | 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. | 18+
- Viewing The High Note (2020)
Denver Public Library
- Woodbury Film Club (Woodbury Basement Community Room) – Saturday, August 8 | 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. | 18+
- Viewing Beast (2017)
- Brew Glass Band & Palliative Care with UC Health (Central Library – Gates Reading Room) – Saturday, August 15 | 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | 50+ | Registration Required
- All Seasons Intergenerational Choir Fall Session (Eisenhower Chapel – 293 Roslyn St, Denver, CO 80230) – Monday, August 24 | 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. | 18+ | Registration Required
- Circle Singing for People 50+ (Smiley Basement Community Room) – Wednesday, August 26 | 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. | 50+
- All Seasons Intergenerational Choir Fall Session (Eisenhower Chapel – 293 Roslyn St, Denver, CO 80230) – Monday, August 31 | 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. | 18+ | Registration Required
Douglas County Libraries
- None this month!
Englewood Public Library
- Film Series: Glitter & Song-1930’s Musicals (Meeting Room 2) – Thursday, August 6 | 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. | Adults/Seniors | Registration Required
- Viewing Love Me Tonight (1932)
- 14th Annual Jazz Under the Stars Concert Series: Nelson Riveros (Front Lawn) – Thursday, August 6 | 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. | All Ages
- Film Series: Glitter & Song-1930’s Musicals (Meeting Room 2) – Thursday, August 13 | 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. | Adults/Seniors | Registration Required
- Viewing Gold Diggers of 1933 (1933)
- 14th Annual Jazz Under the Stars Concert Series: Sharp Radway (Front Lawn) – Thursday, August 13 | 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. | All Ages
- Film Series: Glitter & Song-1930’s Musicals (Meeting Room 2) – Thursday, August 20 | 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. | Adults/Seniors | Registration Required
- Viewing A Night at the Opera (1935)
- 14th Annual Jazz Under the Stars Concert Series: TK Blue (Front Lawn) – Thursday, August 20 | 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. | All Ages
- Film Series: Glitter & Song-1930’s Musicals (Meeting Room 2) – Thursday, August 27 | 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. | Adults/Seniors | Registration Required
- Viewing Top Hat (1935)
Jefferson County Public Library
- Ukulele Basics: Uke Can Do It (Evergreen Library) – Tuesday, August 11 | 5:15 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. | All Ages
- Ukulele Basics: Uke Can Do It (Evergreen Library) – Tuesday, August 25 | 5:15 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. | All Ages
Lafayette Library
- None this month!
Longmont Library
- None this month!
Louisville Public Library
- None this month!
Loveland Public Library
- None this month!
Westminster Public Library
- Hmong Music Line Dancing (Multipurpose Room L-211) – Mondays | 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | 18+
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