Erie

Baby Open Play: Infants and babies, along with their caretakers, are welcome to drop in to play and explore with all their senses; 2 p.m. Thursday, Erie Community Library, 400 Powers St., Erie; free; 1:15 p.m. Thursday, Erie Community Library, 400 Powers St., Erie; free; highplains.libcal.com.

Hike Smart Colorado: Join ranger Jim Schwartz and nature educator Heather Valey from Eldorado Canyon State Park for a presentation on how to enjoy state parks safely. Attendees will leave with practical tips and the confidence to explore Colorado’s trails safely; 1 p.m. Saturday, Erie Community Library; free; highplains.libcal.com.

Pokémon Hang Out: Kids in elementary school are invited to Pokémon Hang Out. Talk about Pokémon, trade cards, play the game and meet kids who love Pokémon, too; 2 p.m. Saturday, Erie Community Library; free; highplains.libcal.com.

Lafayette

Family Storytime: Stories, songs, rhymes and fun designed for toddlers and active walkers through preschool age; 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Lafayette Public Library, 775 W. Baseline Road, Lafayette; lafayettepubliclibrary.libcal.com.

Littlest Learners: This series of hands-on programs is for infants and toddlers (newborns to 3-year-olds) and their caregivers to explore fine motor, gross motor and cognitive experiences. The program is included with museum admission or membership; 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, WOW! Children’s Museum, 110 N. Harrison Ave., Lafayette; wowchildrensmuseum.org.

Makerspace drop in: Makerspace drop in is open to all ages; children in grades 5 and below must be under the direct supervision of a person over the age of 17 years old. Learn about the equipment, programs offer and tools available for making designs; 1 p.m. Wednesday, Lafayette Public Library; lafayettepubliclibrary.libcal.com.

Bilingual Storytime: Kids and caregivers can join bilingual stories and activities; 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Lafayette Public Library; lafayettepubliclibrary.libcal.com.

Dueling and Ghouling: Costumes contest, dueling pianos, an auction and fun — all to raise money for the Autism Society of Boulder County to help families impacted by autism access resources and recreational opportunities; 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nissi’s, 1455 Coal Creek Drive, Unit T, Lafayette; $30-$35; nissis.com.

STEAM to the Max: Come to WOW! after school and take part in extra awesome STEAM activities. STEAM to the Max! is a recurring program on Thursday afternoons and is recommended for grades K-3; 3:30 p.m. Thursday, WOW! Children’s Museum; wowchildrensmuseum.org.

Storytime: Attend a special all-ages story time included with museum admission or membership; 11 a.m. Thursday, WOW! Children’s Museum; wowchildrensmuseum.org.

Velvet Daydream concert: Velvet Daydream, hailing from Denver, is on a mission to resurrect the golden era of rock and roll. With their commitment to the classic rock show, the band infuses the scene with the vibrant spirit of the ’70s. Featuring Kaeden Keys and Ryder King on guitars and vocals, Jude Pfanstiel on bass and vocals and Nick Schwartz on drums and vocals, Velvet Daydream boasts a lineup where every member shines; 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nissi’s, Lafayette; facebook.com.

Conversations in English: Join other English language learners in a weekly conversation group designed to improve speaking and listening skills in a friendly, informal and non-judgmental environment. These weekly drop-in conversations are facilitated by a native English speaker; 11 a.m. Saturday, Lafayette Public Library; lafayettepubliclibrary.libcal.com.

Sensory Storytime: Story time designed for kids ages 2-8 who are neurodiverse and/or have sensory needs. This structured story time has softer lighting, singing, books and sensory toys; 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Lafayette Public Library; lafayettepubliclibrary.libcal.com.

Teen Maker Hangout: Teens in grades 6-12 can drop in to use and explore the library’s makerspace. Learn about the equipment, programs and tools available for making designs; 3:30 p.m. Monday, Lafayette Public Library; lafayettepubliclibrary.libcal.com.

Writers Workshop: Drop by the library to chat with fellow writers of all levels about projects, share experiences with writing and getting published, get ideas for development of a piece and learn from each other in a casual atmosphere; 6 p.m. Monday, Lafayette Public Library; lafayettepubliclibrary.libcal.com.

Baby Storytime: Babies share songs, rhymes, books and bounces; 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Lafayette Public Library; lafayettepubliclibrary.libcal.com.

Louisville

Halloween Silent Disco: Join for a family-friendly Halloween Silent Disco. Dance in costume, and enjoy a night of music and spooky fun for all ages; 6 p.m. Saturday, The Louisville Underground, 640 Main St., Louisville; eventbrite.com.

Louisville Monsterdash: A Halloween run and fest, this year’s theme is carnival and scary clowns; 3 p.m. Sunday, Louisville Community Park, 955 Bella Vista Drive, Louisville; $15-$45; monsterdashrun.com.

Trunk or Treat: In the name of all things spooky, the city of Louisville will be hosting a Trunk or Treat. Come enjoy live music, tasty food and plenty of treats at this family-friendly Halloween celebration; 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Ascent Community Church, 550 S. McCaslin Blvd., Louisville; facebook.com.

Editor’s note: Scheduling and availability of events may be subject to change.