Park Hill Branch Library

08/28/2026

Paul Bunyan – A Tall Tale with Music is the program for September's Family Book Celebration on Thursday, September 17th at 4 pm

What happens when one of America’s greatest tall tales meets the magic of live music? Come meet Paul Bunyan—the legendary giant lumberjack—and discover a story filled with adventure, humor, larger-than-life characters, and music!

The Front Range Chamber Players presents Paul Bunyan – A Tall Tale with Music, a lively musical adventure featuring a narrator accompanied by violins, viola, cello, and bass. Through
storytelling and music, audiences will follow the legendary Paul Bunyan and his extraordinary adventures while discovering the unique sounds and personalities of the instruments in the string
family.

From Paul’s legendary strength to his larger-than-life adventures, the story comes alive through the voices of the musicians and the rich, expressive sounds of the string quartet and bass. Music
helps paint the scenes, create the characters, build the excitement, and bring this American folk legend to life. Whether you already know the stories of Paul Bunyan or are meeting this legendary lumberjack for the first time, Paul Bunyan – A Tall Tale with Music offers something for everyone.

Children can enjoy the adventure and humor while discovering how individual musical instruments work together to tell a story. Adults will enjoy the nostalgic charm of a classic American tall tale presented in an engaging concert setting.

Come hear the story. Listen for the music. And decide for yourself: how much of the Paul Bunyan legend could possibly be true?
A perfect concert experience for families, young listeners, and anyone who loves a good tall tale!

Check out this graphic novel recommendation for kids and adults which has some of the history behind the story!

Displaying 1 of 1 2023 Title: Paul Bunyan : the invention of an American legend / Noah Van Sciver ; with stories and art by Marlena Myles ; introduction by Lee Francis IV ; postscript by Deondre Smiles. Author: Van Sciver, Noah, author, illustrator. Call Number: jGN 398.220973 Van Sciv Publisher, Da...

08/13/2026

The Flat Stanley books have had several series and variations over the years since it was first published in 1964 but one thing stays the same, Stanley become flat after a bulletin board fell on him and this allows him to have all kinds of adventures, including being mailed to a friend when his family couldn't afford a plane ticket! This month for our book celebration we invite families and kids to read one or more Flat Stanley books and join us next week on Thursday, August 20th at 4 pm when the kids will will color a Flat Stanley and send their Stanley in the mail to library staff in other states (and Canada also!) What will your Stanley's adventure be? Books are available in print from the Denver Public Library or downloaded in the Libby App. The newest version is a graphic novel of the original story!

07/25/2026

Family Day of Play! Wednesday, July 29th at 3 p.m. Please note: We are watching the weather and if it is 90 degrees or hotter we will modify our plans and move our day of play inside! This could mean staggering our activities including taking turns offering our Granny Pants beach ball game and painting with Sphero robots. We may bop outside for a few minutes to throw some water balloons at the end of the program (3:50ish?) Thanks for being flexible with us as we deal with this heat! Freezer pops will be available if we are inside or outside! We hope to see our families at the library for this last special summer program!

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07/20/2026

Kids Craft Shop: What will you purchase with just $5? Each participant will be given a “wallet” containing $5 in play money. Participants browse our arts and crafts shop for supplies and make their purchases while letting their creativity guide them in making their unique project.

Arts and Crafts Shop
Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

07/14/2026

This Thursday at 4 pm we will be celebrating Graphic Novels in the Library Month during our July Family Book Celebration!

Join our program with local author and artist Thane Benson who will lead an interactive writing and drawing workshop. Learn the fundamentals of graphic novel story telling and create your own 1-page graphic novel.

Special book give away: pick a graphic novel to take home at the end of this program!

07/11/2026

Older Adults - Join us for an exploratory workshop where you will be introduced to the basics of coiled basketry and sculptures. During this workshop, you will learn how to start and finish a basket, how to wrap and attach coils using colorful yarns, and how to create and finish basket forms.

Please note: Registration is required. Registration begins on Wednesday, July 15th at 2 pm. at: https://denverlibrary.libcal.com/event/15972579

This is a 4 week class, and customers should be able to commit to attending all 4 before registering. Class dates are: Wednesdays 8/12, 8/19, 8/26 & 9/2 from 2-3:30 pm

07/08/2026

The fun is outside the library next Wednesday, July 15 with a foam party starting at 2:30! Put on the sunscreen before you arrive in your bathing suit! (or other clothes you can get foamy in!) Towels are recommended for clean up, googles are optional.

07/01/2026

Come to the library for a magical afternoon with Magic Rob on Wednesday, July 8 at 3 pm

06/27/2026

What is Laughter Yoga? Why should I attend sessions at the library?

No Yoga mats are needed. Tara, librarian at Park Hill Branch Library is leading these sessions. She has taken training in Laughter Yoga and it shows! According to the Laughter Yoga International website (https://www.laughteryoga.org):

"Laughter Yoga is a scientifically proven approach to improving physical, emotional, and mental well-being. By combining laughter exercises with deep yogic breathing techniques, it stimulates the body and mind in ways that conventional fitness or relaxation methods often cannot."

This post has been written by Dawn (librarian also at Park Hill Branch) I have attended several of these sessions and I hope to continue to keep laughing in the library - I hope you join us!

Family session: kids and their adults on Wednesday, July 1st at 3 pm Adults session: Wednesday, July 8th, 11 am

Bonus: July 1st - every child can choose a free book to keep!
Extra Bonus - it counts towards your child's summer reading gameboard activities also!