The NoCo Herald

Larimer and Weld counties, Colorado

Things to do this weekend in Weld County, free

Today Friday, November 13 24 events

morning

  • Babies and Books

    Windsor Library

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Stay and Play

    Windsor Library

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

    GamesFree
  • PAWS for Reading

    Children practice reading aloud to a trained therapy dog, with caregivers welcome to read along.

    Windsor Library

    For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 11 a.m.

    Free
  • Golden Years

    A social program brings people together to share memories, strengthen relationships and stay active with light exercises.

    Centennial Park Library, Greeley

    until 11 a.m.

    Free
  • Stay and Play

    Glenn A. Jones, M.D. Memorial Library in Milliken

    For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 11 a.m.

    ArtsFree
  • Wiggle Worms

    Eaton Public Library

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

    MusicFree
  • Makerspace Open Studio

    A drop-in makerspace offers 3D printing, laser cutting, Cricut and hands-on crafts for makers of any skill level.

    Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

    For families, until 2 p.m.

    ClassesFree

  • Lil' Bites

    Severance Library

    For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11:15 a.m.

    Food & drinkFree
  • Farr Family Storytime

    Stories, songs and rhymes build early literacy skills for children and their caregivers.

    Farr Regional Library, Greeley

    For families, until 11 a.m.

    StorytimeFree

  • Little Crafters

    Little crafters and their grown-ups make a hands-on craft together.

    Farr Regional Library, Greeley

    For preschoolers and families, until 11:30 a.m.

    ArtsFree
  • LINC Mini-Makers STEAM Storytime

    Preschoolers and caregivers explore age-appropriate STEAM concepts through stories and hands-on activities.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For preschoolers and kids, until 11:45 a.m.

    BooksFree
  • Library 101

    A practical introduction to using the library covers catalog searches, finding items on shelves, recommendations and digital resources.

    Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

    For kids, teens, families and adults, until noon

    BooksFree

afternoon

  • Lunch and Learn

    A registered dietitian explains prediabetes, its progression to Type 2 diabetes, associated risks and how activity, nutrition and weight loss can help prevent it.

    Windsor Library

    For adults, until 1:30 p.m.

    Food & drinkFree
  • Go West Film Festival: High Noon Showing

    A Go West Film Festival screening of Sergeant Rutledge.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For adults, until 3 p.m.

    MusicFree

  • Mad Science

    A science program explores chemical reactions, physics, space and engineering.

    Grover Library

    For kids and teens, until 2 p.m.

    ClassesFree

  • English Conversation Hour @ Riverside

    English learners of all skill levels practice speaking and listening through facilitated activities and conversation.

    Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

    For adults, until 3 p.m.

    BooksFree

  • Beyond the Classroom: Fall Fox Ornaments

    Kids make and decorate a fox-themed ornament in an enrichment session featuring arts, crafts and STEM activities.

    Centennial Park Library, Greeley

    For kids, until 4 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • Kids Cafe: After School Snacks

    Children can stop in for after-school snacks served through a library and food bank partnership.

    Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

    For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kids, teens and families, until 4:30 p.m.

    Free
  • Video Game Hour

    Players of all ages and skill levels can play on PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch, with retro consoles rotating in.

    Eaton Public Library

    For families, until 4:30 p.m.

    GamesFree

  • Reading Bugs

    An online book club for children includes a book and supplies for related activities and crafts.

    Zoom Link, Windsor

    For kids, until 4:30 p.m.

    BooksFree
  • Teen Lounge

    A hangout for teens with video games, music and refreshments.

    Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

    For teens, until 4:45 p.m.

    GamesFree
  • "I've Been Meaning to Read That..." Adult Book Club: Lessons in Chemistry

    Readers discuss Lessons in Chemistry in a relaxed book-club conversation with fellow book lovers.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For adults, until 5 p.m.

    BooksFree

evening

Tomorrow Saturday, November 14 10 events

All day

  • UNC Brass and Percussion Day

    Brass and percussion players take part in masterclasses and All-State audition prep, with student and faculty performances.

    Campus Commons Performance Hall, Greeley

    MusicFree

morning

  • PAWS for Reading

    Children practice reading aloud to a trained therapy dog, with caregivers welcome to read along.

    Windsor Library

    For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 11 a.m.

    Free
  • LEGO Club

    Children who can build independently use LEGO bricks to take on a challenge or create their own projects.

    Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

    For kids, until 11:30 a.m.

    ClassesFree
  • Makerspace Open Studio

    A drop-in makerspace offers 3D printing, laser cutting, Cricut and hands-on crafts for makers of any skill level.

    Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

    For families, until 2 p.m.

    ClassesFree
  • PopUp Library @ Briggsdale Community Library Craft Fair

    The PopUp Library offers a stamp at a craft fair featuring antiques, crafts and a bake sale.

    Outreach/Mobile Services

    For families, until 2 p.m.

    ArtsFree

  • Centennial State Ballet Presents "The Nutcracker"

    Dancers perform ballet excerpts with a simple reading of the story between selections, for all ages.

    Erie Community Library

    For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kids and families, until 11 a.m.

    MusicFree

  • LINC Family Storytime

    A family storytime for preschoolers and their caregivers uses songs, books and activities to build early literacy and a love of reading.

    LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

    For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 11:30 a.m.

    BooksFree

afternoon

  • Views of Nature The Galapagos Archipelago

    A photo program explores Galapagos wildlife, plant life, geology, human history and present-day communities.

    Erie Community Library

    For adults, until 2:30 p.m.

    Free
  • Dungeons & Dragons for Tweens & Teens

    Tweens and teens of all experience levels can play Dungeons & Dragons with help from a Dragon Master.

    Eaton Public Library

    For kids and teens, until 4 p.m.

    GamesFree

Sunday November 15 2 events

afternoon

  • Sweet Traditions: Holiday Candy Making Workshop

    A demonstration shows how to make classic homemade holiday treats, including fluffy marshmallows, caramels and pistachio brittle, with tips for making them at home.

    Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

    For adults, until 3:30 p.m.

    OutdoorsFree

  • Family LEGO Club

    Families build with provided LEGO bricks in a casual club focused on creativity and making friends.

    Erie Community Library

    For kids and families, until 3 p.m.

    ClassesFree

Ongoing Exhibitions, displays and runs 1 open

to Nov 14

  • Go West Film Festival

    A festival screens classic and contemporary westerns, with a shorts showcase and filmmakers appearing in person.

    Kress Cinema and Lounge, Greeley

    Free

Listings come from the calendars of the area's visitor bureaus, libraries, colleges, towns, venues and Rocky Mountain National Park. Times and prices are theirs; check with the organizer before you go.