Things to do with kids in Boulder on Friday, December 18

1. STUDIO 24: Open Studio

   December 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM MST to December 18, 2026 at 1:00 PM MST · NoBo Library

   4500 13th Street, Boulder, CO 80304

   NoBo Library, Makerspace STUDIO 24

   All ages

   Free

   This Open Studio session is offered at a reduced capacity (10) to provide a lower-stimulation environment.

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2. Writers Cafe

   December 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM MST to December 18, 2026 at 11:00 AM MST · Main Library

   1001 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, CO 80302

   Main Library · Every Wednesday from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m

   Ages 18+, Ages 12 to 18

   Free

   Enjoy dedicated writing time and build your writing community at Writers Cafe, a drop-in writing meet up!

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3. STUDIO 24: Open Studio QUIET HOURS

   December 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM MST to December 18, 2026 at 1:00 PM MST · NoBo Library

   4500 13th Street, Boulder, CO 80304

   STUDIO 24 Makerspace

   All ages

   Free

   This Open Studio session is intentionally offered at a reduced capacity (10) to provide a quieter, lower-stimulation environment for patrons who benefit from…

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4. Story Craft with Korrie

   December 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM MST to December 18, 2026 at 10:30 AM MST · WOW! Children's Museum

   110 N. Harrison Ave, Lafayette, CO 80026

   Included with Museum Admission or Membership

   Join us for this series of stories and crafts led by WOW! super volunteer, Korrie!

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5. Playtime Storytime

   December 18, 2026 at 10:15 AM MST to December 18, 2026 at 10:45 AM MST · Meadows Library

   4800 Baseline Road Unit C112, Boulder, CO 80303

   Meadows Meeting Room

   Birth to age 5

   Free

   We will share books, sing songs, and play while fostering early literacy skills.

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6. Storytime

   December 18, 2026 at 10:15 AM MST to December 18, 2026 at 10:45 AM MST · NoBo Library

   4500 13th Street, Boulder, CO 80304

   Community Room (2nd Floor)

   Birth to age 5

   Free

   Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo's storytime for all ages.

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7. Storytime at Reynolds

   December 18, 2026 at 10:15 AM MST to December 18, 2026 at 10:45 AM MST · George Reynolds Branch Library

   3595 Table Mesa Drive, Boulder, CO 80305

   Reynolds Meeting Room

   Birth to age 5

   Free

   Enjoy books, songs and more at Reynolds Library's storytime for all ages.

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8. Baby Social Hour

   December 18, 2026 at 10:15 AM MST · Louisville Public Library

   951 Spruce Street, CO

   Free

   Bring your baby to explore toys, instruments, and gross motor play while you mingle and chat with other caregivers.

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9. BLDG 61: Woodworking Office Hours With Robby

   December 18, 2026 at 12:00 PM MST to December 18, 2026 at 1:00 PM MST · Main Library

   1001 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, CO 80302

   BLDG 61 Makerspace

   Ages 18+, Ages 12 to 18

   Free

   Come in and discuss with Woodworker Robby: project design and strategy for woodworking!

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10. Digital.Den

    December 18, 2026 at 1:00 PM MST to December 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM MST · Meadows Library

    4800 Baseline Road Unit C112, Boulder, CO 80303

    Meadows Meeting Room · every Friday

    Ages 9 to 11, Ages 12 to 18

    Free

    Relax, play games, and meet friends at the library every Friday after school on early release days!

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11. Teen Open House

    December 18, 2026 at 3:30 PM MST to December 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM MST · NoBo Library

    4500 13th Street, Boulder, CO 80304

    Meeting Room (1st Floor)

    Ages 12 to 18

    Free

    Craft, chat, game, and study together at NoBo Library's Teen Open House.

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12. Drawing Club

    December 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM MST · Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art

    1750 13th Street, Boulder, CO, 80302

    Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art (map)

    No pressure, no registration, no risk, no kidding!

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