3 Best Landmarks in Thornton, CO

“Anythink Huron Street is a 25,000-square-foot library that offers various services and resources for all ages. The library is Gold LEED certified and includes fun and inspiring spaces for all ages to enjoy. The library also offers outreach services through Anythink in Motion, the district’s bookmobile, which visits neighborhoods and communities throughout the county. Anythink’s award-winning approach to library service is recognized by industry leaders and organizations across the globe. This fantastic facility opened its doors to library patrons in the communities of Northglenn, Thornton, Federal Heights, and surrounding areas.”

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“Anythink Wright Farms features a spacious 45,000-square-foot facility that includes a computer lab, a dedicated teen area, and an expansive children's section. The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms, a digital creation lab featuring state-of-the-art video, audio, and design equipment and software, partners with creative community members and teens to help push their creativity to new bounds. Anythink Wright Farms is a Gold LEED-certified building with numerous sustainable features, including the use of recycled materials, daylight harvesting, and ground source heating and cooling. The landscaped site also includes a community garden maintained by local community members in partnership with Denver Urban Gardens.”

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“Five Star Stadium has been proudly serving the Adams 12 Five Star Schools for over 40 years. The stadium has approximately 7,500 seats. It hosts various events, including football, soccer, rugby, lacrosse, track and field, graduations, and band competitions. Five Star Stadium's west end features a grass practice field that includes areas for discussion, a shot put ring, a long jump, a triple jump, a high jump, and a pole vault. In 2002, the press box, concessions, and restrooms underwent renovations to improve their functionality and aesthetics. The two-story press box has ample space for home and visiting coaching staff, announcers, scorekeepers, media, and film crews. Five Star Stadium is fully equipped with an advanced sound system and wireless microphones.”

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