Upcoming

Creative Movement at Longmont Library:
Sundays 2:00pm-2:30pm
August 23rd, September 27th, October 25th, November 22nd, December 27th
Join Mimi and friends of Dandelion Art Collective’s Anima Arts program for free creative movement classes celebrating the way children experience the world; through curiosity, exploration, and play. We’ll use dance, music, games, stories, and props to explore themes inspired by nature, art, science, and adventure. Geared towards kids 3-7 years of age with a caregiver.

Boulder Library Family Saturdays: Family Ballet Workshop and Performance

September 12th, 2026 11:00am-11:45am
Enjoy a live ballet performance and learn basic ballet techniques in this interactive family program. Participants of all ages are invited to move, explore, and experience the artistry of ballet together. No prior dance experience needed.

Family Saturdays are a weekly recurring event in the Canyon Theater at 11 a.m. Enjoy a variety of performances!

Learn More and View the Full Program Calendar HERE

Kids Answer Life Questions at the Longmont Public Library

October 10th and 17th 2:00pm-3:00pm
An art-making workshop in response to questions that people in the Longmont community has asked, like: How do you make the world’s best sandwich? What makes someone a good friend? Who is a hero? and more! Through theatre and movement games, visual art, generative stories, and informal interviews kids will create a collection of answers to curated questions from the Longmont community that celebrate their imagination, creativity, and insights. After the workshop, kids’ creations and words will be shared anonymously at the Library through an exhibit celebrating the wisdom of kids and our shared humanity. This program is generously supported by the Friends of the Longmont Library.Geared for K-5th graders, will all kids under 18 welcome. Join us October 10th and/or October 17th

Lafayette Monday Teen Makerspace: Puppets/Figurines/Marionettes
Monday, October 19th, 2026
4:30pm-6:30pm
Join Dandelion Arts Collective’s co-founder Mimi for a figurine and puppet making workshop. Create a character and give it a soul! We’ll design, build, and create compelling backstories and unique personalities for our puppets. 

Creative Movement at Anythink Nature Library Nov 6th, 2026: Animal Habitats
Nov 20th, 2026: Moving and Groovin’ Like Water

Nov 6th: Join Dandelion Arts Collective as we explore the habitats of our favorite mammals, amphibians, reptiles, birds, fish, and insects. Learn about nature’s engineers- creating homes, prepare for winter, and staying safe and cozy. We’ll embody different animals and journey through their habitats using theatre games, movement, storytelling, books, and art.

Nov 20th: Join Dandelion Arts Collective for joyful art and playful movement as we explore our universal connections to the water cycle, oceans, the states of water, water in our body, and our local connection to the South Platte River watershed.

For ages 2-6 and their families, with all welcome.
Anythink Nature Library
6811 E. 136th Avenue
Thornton, Colorado 80602 

Boulder Library Family Saturdays: Swing Dance with Swingin’ Denver
November 14th, 2026 11:00am-11:45am
Swingin’ Denver is excited to showcase a continuum of Black social dance emerging during the Harlem Renaissance and practiced to this day in the originating community and worldwide. Dances you might find yourself learning and experiencing include the Turkey Trot, Shim Sham, Charleston, Lindy Hop and more! Come and join us to find joy, liberation and freedom with each other through dance. We’ll be joined by The Diamond Dolls performing a playful choreography, danced to “Boogie Man” by Sid Phillips, filled with vernacular jazz footwork, silly solo moments, and whimsical rhythms that showcase the fun of swing dancing music. Light-hearted and theatrical, this choreography puts a smile on the faces of the dancers and viewers alike!

Family Saturdays are a weekly recurring event in the Canyon Theater at 11 a.m. Enjoy a variety of performances!

Learn More and View the Full Program Calendar HERE

Fall 2026 Dance Sessions
Weekly Class Series at the Chilson Recreation Center in Loveland, Colorado

Toddler/Family Series (Creative Movement)
1. Tuesdays Sept 1st- October 13th: 9:15am-9:55am: Ages 1.5-3
2. Saturdays Sept 12th-October 24th : 9:15am-9:55am : Ages 1.5-3

3. Tuesdays October 20th-December 8th: 9:15am-9:55am: Ages 1.5-3
4. Saturdays October 31st-December 12th: 9:15am-9:55am : Ages 1.5-3

Mini Dancers Preschool Series (Ballet/Tap/Jazz)
1. Wednesdays Sept 2nd-October 14th: 9:15am-10:00am: Ages 3-4.25
2. Wednesdays Sept 2nd- October 14th: 10:05am-10:50am: Ages 4-6
3. Wednesdays Sept 2nd-October 14th: 3:45pm-4:30pm: Ages 4-6
4. Saturdays Sept 12th-October 24th: 10:00am-10:45am: Ages 3-4.25
5. Saturday Sept 12th-October 24th: 10:50am-11:35am: Ages 4-6

6. Wednesdays October 21st-December 9th: 9:15am-10:00am: Ages 3-4.25
7. Wednesdays October 21st-December 9th: 10:05am-10:50am: Ages 4-6
8. Wednesdays October 21st-December 9th: 3:45pm-4:30pm: Ages 4-6
9. Saturdays October 31st-December 12th: 10:00am-10:45am: Ages 3-4.25
10. Saturday October 31st-December 12th: 10:50am-11:35am: Ages 4-6

Homeschool Dance Series (Ballet & Jazz)
1. Tuesdays Sept 1st-October 13th: 10:00am-10:50am: Ages 5-8
2. Tuesdays October 20th-December 8th: 10:00am-10:50am: Ages 5-8

Kids’ Series
1. Wednesdays Sept 2nd-October 14th: 4:35pm-5:25pm: Ages 6-8 (Jazz & Hip Hop)
2. Wednesdays October 21st-December 9th: 4:35pm-5:25pm : Ages 6-8 (Ballet & Contemporary)

Youth Series
1. Wednesdays Sept 2nd- October 14th: 5:30pm-6:20pm: Ages 8-11 (Jazz & Hip Hop)
2. Wednesdays October 21st-December 9th: 5:30pm-6:20pm: Ages 8-11 (Lyrical and Contemporary)

View the full schedule, including additional school day off camps, and details and register