Drop-in Family Fun: Backpack Bling
2025-09-11 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Denver) | Anythink Library, 327 E. Bridge Street, Brighton, 80601, United States
Join us each month for a fun family activity – no registration required! This month, create custom buttons and keychains to make your backpack one of a kind. This program will be hosted in English, but everyone is welcome to come craft with us. No advanced registration required.

Main Street Art Gallery Guest Artist Andy Pelster
2025-09-12 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-13 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-16 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-17 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-18 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-19 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-20 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-23 11:00 - 15:00 and 3 more dates | Main Street Gallery, 36 S. Main Street, Brighton, CO, 80601, United States

Anythink Community Concert Series
2025-09-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Anythink Thornton Community Center, 2211 Eppinger Blvd, Thornton, CO, 80229, United States
Friday, September 12 at 5 pm – featuring 2MX2 and Monica the Great
2MX2
2MX2 is a Latin Pop/Hip Hop group out of Colorado. They are well known for their modern renditions of traditional Latin music into danceable urban rhythms on topics such as immigration, health, education reform, and other important matters of our times. The band includes Owen Trujillo, aka 01, who was born in Zacatecas Mexico, chillean/cuban rooted Adrian Garay, Texan musical genius Easton, and Denver natives, Juice ET Hugo, Lolita, DMD, and Kenny O.
Monica the Great
Born and raised in Rialto, California, Monica the Great is a first generation Mexican singer, rapper, songwriter, performer and MC. She spent years making music and performing all over the U.S. and Europe, but more recently she has been exploring new sounds and finding a pocket in music that feels right for her. In 2022, Monica was 1 of 50 artists chosen by the production super duo, Stargate, to work directly under them collaborating with other handpicked artists, producers, and engineers from around the world. Stargate is responsible for producing some of the most groundbreaking and legendary songs of our time like Irreplaceable by Beyoncé plus Diamonds, Rude Boy, Don’t Stop the Music and many more notable hits by Rihanna. In addition to those insane credits, they were also the production behind a huge chunk of Ne-Yos catalog, Katy Perrys rise to fame, a few Shakira hits, and so much more.

LAYLA and Other Assorted Eric Clapton Songs
2025-09-12 19:00 - 21:30 | Armory Performing Arts Center, 300 Strong Street, Brighton, CO, 80601, United States
“LAYLA and Other Assorted Eric Clapton Songs” is a theatrical-style concert that blends live acoustic and electric performances along with a multimedia presentation for an unforgettable tribute to the legendary Eric Clapton.
A unique and entertaining fusion of song, story and multimedia presentation brings to life Eric Clapton’s remarkable journey.

Tales to Tails 10:00
2025-09-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Anythink Library, 327 E. Bridge Street, Brighton, 80601, United States
Read to our wonderful volunteer therapy dog! Reading to a therapy dog is a great opportunity for children who are learning to read or need to practice reading. Appropriate for children of all ages. Space is limited; registration required.

Festival Latino
2025-09-14 12:00 - 19:00 | Riverdale Regional Park, 9755 Henderson Road, Brighton, CO, 80601, United States
Celebrate the rich culture and vibrancy of Latino heritage at Adams County Festival Latino! This free, family-friendly event promises an unforgettable celebration of Latino culture. In addition to live music, art, and food, we’re bringing in world-class visual artists to create large-scale sculptural installations, interactive murals, and opportunities for reflection. Fireworks to follow at sunset.

Art & History: The Chicano Movement in Denver
2025-09-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Anythink Library, 327 E. Bridge Street, Brighton, 80601, United States
Learn about the history of the Chicano movement.

Join this workshop with our friends from Museo de las Americas to learn about “El Movimiento” — the vibrant Chicano movement sparked a wave of demands for equality among Denver’s Chicano youth. This movement also ignited an artistic renaissance that inspired social justice change through art.
In this workshop for teens, you’ll discover the power of your own voice and see how a movement in Denver shaped Chicano art and history. Then, channel your inspiration into action by creating a protest sign that reflects a social justice topic you care about.
Appropriate for ages 12 to 17. This program will be hosted in English. Space is limited; Registration required.

Macrameciendo un arcoíris de otoño
2025-09-15 17:30 - 18:30 | Anythink Library, 327 E. Bridge Street, Brighton, 80601, United States
Aprende a hacer un arcoíris en macramé en este taller colorido e ingenioso con nuestra experta local en arte Mamibel. Suministraremos los materiales, ¡solo trae tu imaginación! Disponible para edades de 18 años y mayores. Este programa se llevará a cabo en español, con alguna asistencia disponible en inglés. El espacio es limitado; se requiere inscripción.

Brighton Book Lovers
2025-09-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Anythink Library, 327 E. Bridge Street, Brighton, 80601, United States
Join us to discuss “The Many Lives of Mama Love” by Lara Love Hardin. Appropriate for ages 18 and older. Space is limited; registration recommended for new attendees.

Acrylic Painting with Gina De Gorna
2025-09-17 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Main Street Gallery, 36 S. Main Street, Brighton, CO, 80601, United States

Drop-in Painting at Main Street Gallery
2025-09-18 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-25 11:00 - 15:00 | Main Street Gallery, 36 S. Main Street, Brighton, CO, 80601, United States

Orchard ‘Til Dark – Summer Markets
2025-09-19 17:00 - 21:00 | The Orchard town Center, 14697 Delaware St., Westminster, CO, 80023, United States
Nothing says summer like shopping, sipping, and strolling.
From 5p to 9p, we’ll have local artisan vendors, adult beverages, and entertainment for all ages.
If you’re interested in joining as a vendor, please reach out to Firsthand directly. You can do that through their website www.firsthand.us

Ryan Chrys and Eric Golden
2025-09-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Armory Performing Arts Center, 300 Strong Street, Brighton, CO, 80601, United States
Two Colorado Country Powerhouses — One Night! The Armory Performing Arts Center presents Ryan Chrys & Eric Golden — bringing outlaw country grit, powerhouse vocals, and pure Colorado soul to the stage.

Paperbacks, Puzzles, and Poetry
2025-09-20 09:00 - 12:00 | 7AM Somewhere Coffee Shop, 119 N. Main St, Brighton, CO, 80601, United States
This will be a book and puzzle exchange with free impromptu typewriter poetry

Hispanic Heritage Month Block Party
2025-09-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Anythink Library, 327 E. Bridge Street, Brighton, 80601, United States
Enjoy live music by the all-female Mariachi group Las Dahlias, a special Luchador storytime, sugar skull face painting and more.
All ages are welcome to come to this free event which will be hosted in both English and Spanish. No advanced registration necessary — stop by and join the fun anytime.

Chicos Nichos: Art & Tradition
2025-09-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Anythink Library, 327 E. Bridge Street, Brighton, 80601, United States
Celebrate color, culture, and creativity with the Chicano Humanities & Arts Council (CHAC) in this hands-on workshop. Discover the history of nichos — vibrant, decorative boxes rooted in Mexican and South American culture — before creating one of your own. Design a piece that reflects what matters most to you, turning your nicho into a personal tribute for something (or someone) special.
All materials will be provided.
Open to youth in middle school and high school, ages 12 to 17. This bilingual program will be hosted in English and Spanish. Space is limited; registration required.

Face Vocal Band
2025-09-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Armory Performing Arts Center, 300 Strong Street, Brighton, CO, 80601, United States
Face is an internationally acclaimed all-vocal rock band from Boulder, Colorado who have been captivating audiences for over two decades with their infectious energy punctuated by an endearing love of performance.
