Have questions about taking photos with your smartphone or tablet? Teen Tutors will teach you how to take a photo, edit the photo, and share the photo on Facebook, Instagram, texts, Whats App, email and more. They will also show you some cool photo apps. Bring your smartphone or tablet and your questions. ADULTS. REGISTER NOW.

The Lifelong Learning with OLLI: Robotics at Castle Pines on 9/27 is cancelled due to low registration. We apologize for the inconvenience.
ADULTS Register now. Registration information will be shared with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Denver. The September 27 session will meet at the Castle Pines library, 360 Village Sq. Ln, 80108. Join us for an discussion on robotics for those who know nothing about robotics. Presenter Patricia Smith has a deep background in robotics, and an understanding of the good and the concerns these devices bring to our world. Please note: the October 4 event will meet at the Castle Rock library, 100 S. Wilcox St., 80104. 

Join Active Minds as we reflect on President Kennedy’s challenge, the space race, the Apollo Mission, and the role NASA has played since the lunar landing. We will bring the topic up to date by discussing the current political context for NASA and the rise of private space companies, such as SpaceX, Blue Origin, Virgin Galactic, and others. ADULTS. REGISTER NOW.

ADULTS Register now. Registration information will be shared with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Denver. The October 4 session will meet at the Castle Rock library, 100 S. Wilcox St., 80104. "The only thing you absolutely have to know is the location of the library"-Albert Einstein. DCL has a brand new library in Castle Rock. This session will provide a tour of the new building, a visit with staff from the Archives & Local History department, and have time for a Q&A. You'll even learn about all the unexpected things you can check out and do at your library! 

Join Active Minds for a journey into the world of monsters and legends.  From the vampires of Eastern Europe, to the stories of the Loch Ness monster, Big Foot, and more, we will explore the origins and history of familiar (and not so familiar) tales and how they have evolved and grown over time. ADULTS REGISTER NOW

Learn the stories of the Mile High City. You will learn how our city was founded and the roles played by William Larimer, John Evans, and others. Bring your favorite Denver trivia to share! ADULTS. REGISTER NOW.

ADULTS. Register Now. Registration list will be shared with Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Denver.  Route 66 conjures up visions of convertibles and coupes, kitschy roadside attractions, aromas of luscious food at small-town diners, and well, outright fun! This class will introduce you to the adventure of a lifetime as we travel from Chicago to the Santa Monica Pier. Photographs of the sights and experiences will be shared, as well as practical and useful advice for discovering the Mother Road. Mark A. Payler is a landscape and street photographer whose images along Route 66 were featured as a published portfolio in “Route” magazine. Mr. Payler has traveled extensively on Route 66 and his lens has not only captured the sights from the road, but also the people who keep the spirit of the route, and America, alive and well.

In 1692 in Salem Massachussetts an extraordinary series of events coupled with the hysterical reaction of the community, resulted in what is referred to as the Salem Witch Hunt. Hundreds of individuals were tried for the crime of witchcraft and many were executed. Join Active Minds as we seek to understand this moment in our country's early history. ADULTS REGISTER NOW.

ADULTS. Register Now. Registration list will be shared with Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Denver.  If you have ever marveled at the buildings, bridges, roads and water distribution systems of the Greco-Roman world, this is the class for you. Ancient technology is incredibly interesting and even astonishing. How did they do it 2500 years ago? Classical-era technology often reflects the social, political, and cultural context of these civilizations and has influenced our modern world in substantive ways. Lacking modern engineering tools and expertise, ancient engineers were exceptionally clever in designing their systems which often displayed the ingenuity of their creators with great clarity. Charles F Holt, a retired engineer, spent over 28 years in R&D management for several international organizations. Charlie has a strong interest in science & technology and the impact on culture, history and diplomacy with a focus on the personalities shaping events.

ADULTS. Register Now. Registration list will be shared with Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Denver.  If you have ever marveled at the buildings, bridges, roads and water distribution systems of the Greco-Roman world, this is the class for you. Ancient technology is incredibly interesting and even astonishing. How did they do it 2500 years ago? Classical-era technology often reflects the social, political, and cultural context of these civilizations and has influenced our modern world in substantive ways. Lacking modern engineering tools and expertise, ancient engineers were exceptionally clever in designing their systems which often displayed the ingenuity of their creators with great clarity. Charles F Holt, a retired engineer, spent over 28 years in R&D management for several international organizations. Charlie has a strong interest in science & technology and the impact on culture, history and diplomacy with a focus on the personalities shaping events.

Join Active Minds as we tell the stories of the original inhabitants of Colorado. From Mesa Verde to the high plains, we will trace the civilizations of the Ute, Cheyenne, Arapaho, Pueblo and other tribes as we seek to understand Colorado’s Native American history and legacy. ADULTS REGISTER NOW

ADULTS. Register Now. Registration list will be shared with Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Denver. The holidays are near. Brush up on techniques to capture all of the excitement of the season with  your smartphone camera. This class will provide practical tips you can use to capture the fun of family events, as well as the lights and sights of the holidays. So grab your cellphone, and bring it with you, to this interactive class designed to prepare you for the upcoming visual challenges of the holidays. Mark A. Payler has been capturing the festivity of holidays for over six decades. His resulting holiday work has been used by clients from throughout the Colorado region. Primarily a land and cityscape photographer, as well as a celebrated photography educator, Mark has focused on improving the skills of the most capable photographer of all - you!

Why do we have Christmas trees? Or for that matter, holiday lights, egg nog, holly, and mistletoe? Join us as we seek to explain the origins of a wide variety of holiday traditions and examine how they have evolved over time. ADULTS. REGISTER NOW.

Veterans Day originally honored the military personnel who served in WWII. Currently the holiday celebrates the contributions of all living U.S. veterans, of which there are 20 million. Join Active Minds as we explore the significance of this holiday. ADULTS REGISTER NOW.