THORNTON, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 19, 2025--
Anythink Libraries, the award-winning Colorado public library system, is excited to launch its new Community Concert Series, a fresh celebration of live music and neighborhood connection across Adams County. Building on the spirit of Anythink’s former Backyard Concert Series, the reimagined program brings live music to parks and public spaces across Adams County through local partnerships—culminating in a special library-hosted concert at Anythink's newest location.
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Free and open to all, the Community Concert Series showcases a diverse lineup of Colorado-based musicians and invites families, friends and neighbors to come together in joyful, welcoming outdoor spaces. With food trucks, activities, giveaways, live music and more, each event offers a relaxed, festival-style atmosphere where residents can connect with each other while listening to top local talent.
“This series is about expanding Anythink’s reach in Adams County,” says Ashley Garst, Projects and Events Manager at Anythink. “We’re excited to be partnering with the Northglenn Arts & Humanities Foundation and Hyland Hills Parks & Recreation District to bring live music into neighborhood spaces. These new locations and collaborations allow us to create joy and a sense of belonging while connecting with more people in a tangible way.”
The Community Concert Series reflects Anythink’s ongoing commitment to create inclusive experiences that bring people together, spark creativity and build meaningful relationships. With performances at three different neighborhood locations, each concert is a unique expression of the local community it serves.
“The heart of Anythink is in creating memorable experiences for our customers,” says Suzanne McGowan, Director of Customer Experience at Anythink. “By celebrating Colorado’s vibrant music scene and inviting everyone to join us out in the community, we’re strengthening the connections that make our neighborhoods thrive.”
Community members are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs and their dancing shoes.
Community Concert Series Schedule
All events are free and open to the public; no registration required.
Thursday, July 10 | 7 pm | Festival Lawn in Northglenn, 1 E. Memorial Parkway
Live music by Racyne Parker | co-hosted with Northglenn Arts
Thursday, Aug. 7 | 7 pm | Clear Creek Valley Park, 3700 W. 58th Place, Arvada
Live music by The Corporation | co-hosted with Hyland Hills
Friday, Sept. 12 | 5 pm | Anythink Thornton Community Center, 2211 Eppinger Blvd.
Live music by 2MX2 and Monica the Great
Learn more about the performers at anythinklibraries.org/Community-Concert-Series. To get a full rundown of summer library programs and events for Anythinkers of all ages, visit anythinklibraries.org.
About Anythink Libraries
Anythink, an award-winning public library system, serves the residents of Adams County, Colorado, via its seven branches and a bookmobile. With a mission to “Open Doors for Curious Minds,” Anythink is a catalyst for innovation and provides comfortable spaces, accessible resources and hands-on programming for all ages. Guided by values of creativity, optimism, compassion and lifelong learning, the library system is committed to representing the diversity of Adams County and creating a sense of belonging for everyone. Anythink’s digital resources are available 24/7—including Anythink World, the library's custom virtual experience platform in the metaverse. The library’s customer experience also extends to specialty spaces and hands-on programs like The Studio, the Nature Library and mySummer. Whether you're exploring a new topic or mastering a skill, discover something new at Anythink. Learn more: anythinklibraries.org
From Backyards to Parks: A New Spin on the Anythink Libraries Community Concert Series for Summer 2025
Los Angeles Chargers (11-5) at Denver (13-3)
Sunday, 4:25 EST, CBS.
BetMGM NFL Odds: Broncos by 12 1/2.
Against the spread: Chargers 8-7-1; Broncos 6-9-1.
Series record: Broncos lead 72-58-1.
Last meeting: Chargers beat Broncos 23-20 on Sept. 21, 2025, in Inglewood, California.
Last week: Chargers lost to Texans 20-16; Broncos beat Chiefs 20-13.
Chargers offense: overall (12), rush (12), pass (15), scoring (T-16).
Chargers defense: overall (4), rush (9), pass (6), scoring (7).
Broncos offense: overall (9), rush (19), pass (9), scoring (14).
Broncos defense: overall (3), rush (2), pass (8), scoring (4).
Turnover differential: Chargers plus-4 ; Broncos minus-5.
QB Trey Lance is making his sixth career start and first for the Chargers. He's appeared in three games this season, completing 7 of 13 passes for 90 yards with no touchdowns, no interceptions and two sacks.
WR Courtland Sutton surpassed 1,000 yards last week, but he dropped a touchdown pass and caught just four of the 10 passes Bo Nix threw his way. Sutton has 73 receptions for 1,012 yards and seven TDs this season, a similar output to last year when he caught 81 passes for 1,081 yards and eight TDs.
The Chargers offensive line and backup QB versus Denver's dominant pass rush. The Broncos have had a franchise-record and NFL-best 64 sacks so far and are within striking distance of the NFL record of 72 set by the 1984 Chicago Bears, who had a dozen in their season finale that year.
Chargers: Coach Jim Harbaugh said he's sitting QB Justin Herbert (left hand) for the finale along with several other starters. Rookie RB Omarion Hampton (ankle) missed practice time this week as did CB Nikko Reed (hamstring) and OL Jamaree Salyer (hamstring). Harbaugh said he doesn't expect Salyer to play Sunday.
Broncos: LB Dre Greenlaw has been dealing with a hamstring injury and won't play in the finale. WR Pat Bryant (concussion), TE Nate Adkins (knee) and DL John Franklin-Meyers (hip) were limited in practice this week.
The Chargers have won all three games against Denver and Sean Payton with Jim Harbaugh as head coach. All three have been one-score games.
The Chargers clinched a playoff berth for the second straight season, the first time that's happened since they reached the postseason four consecutive times from 2006-09. ... The Bolts are coming off a 20-16 loss to Houston in which they were 2 of 5 in the red zone while the defense allowed a pair of rare long touchdown passes to open the game. K Cameron Dicker missed a field goal from inside 40 yards for the first time in his career and pulled an extra point wide for the first time this season. ... The Chargers are the only team that's unbeaten (5-0) in the AFC West this season. ... RB Omarion Hampton has a touchdown in three of his past four games. ... WR Quentin Johnston is coming off a 98-yard performance in Week 17. ... WR Keenan Allen had seven catches for 65 yards and a touchdown against Denver in Week 3. ... The Broncos were the first team to clinch a playoff spot and can earn the AFC's No. 1 overall seed with a win Sunday. The Broncos won the AFC West for the first time since 2015, ending the Kansas City Chiefs' nine-year reign atop the division. ... Broncos QB Bo Nix is tied for the second-most victories over the first two seasons at his position with 23. With a win Sunday, he'll tie Russell Wilson's NFL record of 24 wins in his first two seasons. ... Nix needs one TD pass to become the fourth QB in NFL history with at least 25 in each of his first two seasons. ... Nix is the third player ever, joining Herbert and Peyton Manning, with 3,500-plus passing yards and 25 or more TD passes in each of his first two NFL seasons. ... RB RJ Harvey leads rookies with a dozen TDs this season. He's scored a TD in five consecutive games. ... LB Nik Bonitto had two sacks in Week 3 against the Chargers.
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Los Angeles Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden (86) celebrates his touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kevork Djansezian)
Denver Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton reacts during the second half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025, in Kansas City. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Los Angeles Chargers running back Omarion Hampton (8) celebrates his touchdown with quarterback Justin Herbert (10) during the second half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kevork Djansezian)
