Aurora's 2009 Power of One Film to explore medicine in June
Delve into the world of medicine on the big screen with four films presented by the Aurora Public Library as part of this year’s Power of One Film, the second segment in the year-long Power of One program.

“Awakenings” (PG-13)(1990)  will be shown June 4, followed by “A Beautiful Mind” (PG-13)(2001) on June 11, “The Diving Bell and the Butterfly” (PG-13)(2007) on June 18 and “The Business of Being Born” (NR)(2008) on June 25. Admission is free.

All four films will begin at 6:30 p.m., and will be shown at the Colorado Film School at Lowry, 9075 E. Lowry Blvd., Building 965, at the corner of Lowry Boulevard and Yosemite Street.

“Awakenings,” a drama starring Robin Williams and Robert DeNiro, tells a powerful story about the victims of an encephalitis epidemic who have been catatonic for years but are presented with the prospect of revival thanks to a new drug.

Winner of multiple Academy Awards, “A Beautiful Mind” by director Ron Howard is the biographical tale of John Forbes Nash Jr., a brilliant but asocial mathematician who overcame years of schizophrenia to earn the Nobel Prize. It stars Russell Crowe, Ed Harris, Jennifer Connelly and Christopher Plummer.

“The Diving Bell and the Butterfly,” a French biography/drama with English subtitles, depicts the true story of Elle editor Jean-Dominique Bauby who suffers a stroke and has to live with an almost totally paralyzed body; only his left eye isn't paralyzed.

“The Business of Being Born” is a documentary starring actress Ricki Lake, who recruited filmmaker Abby Epstein to explore the maternity care system in America after Lake had a disappointing birth experience with her first child.

A Colorado Film School representative will briefly introduce each film. Snacks and beverages will be served. For more information on The Power of One, call 303-739-6600 or visit auroragov.org/powerofone. 

Regular Story Times
** Groups of five or more should call in advance to make special arrangements.
Tuesday
-10:30 a.m., ages 3 to 5, Iliff Square
-7 p.m., ages 2 to 6, Hoffman Heights
Wednesday
-10:30 a.m., ages 3 to 5, Mission Viejo
Thursday
-10 a.m., ages 7 and under with caregiver, Central
Friday
-10:30 a.m., ages 3 to 5, Tallyn's Reach

Due to technical issues, this service will no longer be offered. Please call 303-326-8620 if you have any questions.

All programs are free. Registration is required for most activities; call the library location where the program is offered to register.

Twisted Teens, ages 13 to 17
Play games, dance, do crafts, share music and hang out.
Thursdays, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., Hoffman Heights

Teen Chess Club, ages 13 to 17
All players welcome.
Wednesdays, 3 to 4 p.m., MLK

Family Gaming, ages 8 and older
Bring your family and enjoy popular board games. Free.
Every Wednesday, 4 to 5 p.m., MLK

African Safari, grades K-5
Meet some African animals, presented by the Denver Zoo. Free. Register online or call 303-739-6626.
June 3, 2 p.m., Central

Window Painting, ages 8 and older
Create a work of translucent art, sponsored by DAVA. Free. Register online or call 303-326-8620.
June 5, 2 p.m., Hoffman Heights

Anime Club, grades 6 to 12
Watch new Anime and talk about Manga. Free. Register online or call 303-326-8620.
June 9, 5 p.m., Hoffman Heights

Make a Box Guitar, ages 5 and older
Create your own musical instrument and strum some tunes. Free. Register online or call 303-627-3050.
June 10, 4 p.m., Tallyn's Reach

Draw Like Picasso, ages 5 and older
Learn how to replicate the art of one of the world's most famous painters. Free. Register online or call 303-326-8600.
June 10, 3:30 p.m., Mission Viejo

Beyond Manga Book Club, grades 6 to 12
Call for book titles. Free. Register online or call 303-326-8654.
June 10, 4 p.m., Iliff Square

Wii Fridays, grades 6 to 12
Play fun games on Wii, including karaoke. Free. Register online or call 303-326-8600.
June 12, 3:30 p.m., Mission Viejo

Teen Trivia, grades 6 to 12
See what wacky knowledge lurks inside your brain. Free. Register online or call 303-326-8654.
June 16, 4 p.m., Iliff Square

Expressions in Wood, grades 2 to 5
Paint or decorate various wood and paper items. Register online or call 303-739-6626.
June 17, 2 to 2:45 p.m., Central

Drum Circle, grades 6 to 12
Drum with master drummer Bob Hall. Free. Register online or call 303-326-8620.
June 19, 4 p.m., Hoffman Heights

Rainstick Craft, ages 5 to 12
Make your very own rainstick. Free. Register online (Hoffman Heights) (MLK) or call.
June 19, 2 p.m., Hoffman Heights, 303-326-8620
June 23, 2 p.m., MLK, 303-739-1940

Teen Reading Program: Hip Hop, grades 6 to 12
Enjoy an acting workshop and special presentation. Free. Register online or call 303-739-6626.
June 30, 2 p.m., Central