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THIS MONTH'S SPOTLIGHTS
LIBRARY HOLIDAY CLOSURE DATES:
ONE BOOK ONE VALLEY
2023
One Book One Valley (OBOV) is back for the 12th year, encouraging all residents to read the same book at the same time to create a Community Book Club.
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KICK-OFF EVENT
THURSDAY, DEC. 1 | 5 P.M.
AT THE BOOKWORM
Join the Conversation!
Celebrate with us the start of this year’s Community Read. Join us! when the selected title will be revealed, and the official proclamation will be read.
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NEW TITLE
STORYWALK® AT BIGHORN PARK IN EAST VAIL
"BEAR SNORES ON" BY KARMA WILSON AND JANE CHAPMAN
StoryWalk® is a year-round display that allows the reader to enjoy a book page by page while strolling through the outdoors. The featured book changes with each season.
To visit the StoryWalk®, drive or take the East Vail bus to Bighorn Park in East Vail.
This project was made possible through the LSTA CARES Act Grant funding provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Colorado State Library.
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DECEMBER'S VIRTUAL AND IN-PERSON PROGRAMS AND EVENTS FOR ADULTS
 EVENINGS OF ENGAGEMENT WITH
ALPINE BRASS QUINTET
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 21 | 5:30 P.M.
The Alpine Brass Quintet was formed 8 years ago and has played at a variety of Eagle County locations.
The group's repertoire is eclectic, including classical and show tune pieces, Christmas music, as well as jazz and blues arrangements.
The Quintet’s concert will showcase some of their favorite holiday pieces
THE VAIL DICKENS CAROLERS
THURSDAY, DEC. 22 | 5:30 P.M.
For more than 30 years now, the Vail Dickens Carolers have been an iconic part of the local holiday scene.
Vail Public Library proudly welcomes them back for a night of caroling in the library’s Fireside Lounge. Dressed in Dickens’ fashions, they help spread “Holiday Cheer”.
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VIRTUAL BOOKS 'N BITES
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 14 | 5 P.M.
VIA ZOOM
The library's book club meets each month for a fun and lively virtual book club experience!
We meet on the second Wednesday of the month via Zoom.
Join us! this month when we will discuss the book “Where the crawdads sing” by Delia Owens.
For years, rumors of the “Marsh Girl” haunted Barkley Cove, a quiet fishing village. Kya Clark is barefoot and wild; unfit for polite society. So in late 1969, when the popular Chase Andrews is found dead, locals immediately suspect her. But Kya is not what they say. A born naturalist with just one day of school, she takes life’s lessons from the land, learning the real ways of the world from the dishonest signals of fireflies. But while she has the skills to live in solitude forever, the time comes when she yearns to be touched and loved. Drawn to two young men from town, who are each intrigued by her wild beauty, Kya opens herself to a new and startling world—until the unthinkable happens.
Email Sandy at SRivera@vailgov.com for an invitation to the monthly Books ‘n’ Bites.
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 DROP-IN MEDITATION
TUESDAY, DEC. 13 & 27 | 5:15 P.M.
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Join us! in the library's community room for the return of bi-weekly meditation gatherings.
Sessions will be facilitated by Toni Axelrod.
Toni is a graduate student of Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado. Toni’s focus is on somatic therapy which draws on the wisdom of eastern and western therapeutic practices.
These meditation gatherings are informal, following no specific approach, practice or formalities. Whether you are already well along the path, just beginning to develop a practice or simply interested in exploring meditation, we invite you to join us in our meditation gathering.
Cushions, chairs and mats are available or feel free to bring your own.
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GENTLE YOGA
These classes focus on a gentle yoga practice and introduce flavorings from China, including Tai Chi and Daoism.
Kim Brodin is an Eagle County native, her background includes 12 years in education. She incorporates playful language, nature, and quotes into the healthy movements of your yoga practice.
VIRTUAL VIA ZOOM
WEDNESDAYS | 11:30 A.M.
Join us! for yoga from the comfort of your own home!
Email Sandy
at SRivera@vailgov.com
to receive an invitation to
the Zoom meeting.
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IN-PERSON
FRIDAYS | 11:30 A.M.
Join us! in the library's
community room.
Mats are available,
but you may bring your own.
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 FRIDAY, DEC. 9 | 11:30 A.M.
Vail Public Library’s Skiing Book Club takes readers to the slopes for an active book club. We will meet at the top of Eagle Bahn Gondola, by the ski patrol building, to talk books and ski! This Book Club is a fun, social outing, but at the same time, you are getting the mental and physical activity essential to a healthy brain.
The selection for the month of December is “Where the crawdads sing” by Delia Owens.
Attendees must have their own ski pass. The library will not be providing lift tickets.
For more information, please email Jo at JNorris@vailgov.com
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DECEMBER'S PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
FOR KIDS + TEENS
SANTA & THE BABIES
MONDAY, DEC. 12 | 10 A.M.
This is a wonderful opportunity for a photo with Santa in a calm and casual environment.
We offer this to children under three years who will benefit from a daytime, playful, and casual Santa experience.
For more information, please email Erin at EStege@vailgov.com
 THURSDAY, DEC. 15 | 5 P.M.
Join Santa, Holly the Elf and Vail Public Library, for the return of it’s Annual Family Holiday Party, taking place in the fireside lounge.
This fun-filled event is open to children of
all ages who wish to visit with Santa.
While waiting to meet with Santa, kids can
participate in taking pictures with Holly the
Elf and making Christmas arts & crafts.
Mountain Harmony Acapella will join us, singing a variety of holiday songs.
No Registration required.
For more information, please email Erin at EStege@vailgov.com
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Join us! on the third Tuesday of each month through the school year for a fun and interactive arts and crafts program. Appropriate for elementary-aged kids.
HOLIDAY LUMINARY
TUESDAY, DEC. 20 | 3:30 P.M.
Join us! and make a holiday luminary using a glass jar, colored paper and fairy lights.
You don’t need to reserve your spot but it's always nice to know you are coming so we can have enough material for everyone.
For more information, please contact Erin at EStege@vailgov.com
TECH STUDIO
VPL'S MAKERSPACE PROGRAM!
WEDNESDAY & THURSDAYS | 3 - 5 P.M.
No Tech Studio on Dec. 1 & 15
Join us! back in Tech Studio, Vail Public Library's very own MakerSpace!
Located on the lower level of the library (across from the elevator), our Tech Studio is a true creation station for all ages, abilities, and interests. Explore, create, collaborate, and invent in a safe and supportive environment!
Services Available
STORYTIME
MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & THUSDAYS | 11:00 A.M.
We are excited to invite families to our early literacy story times.
Join Erin or Sandy for stories, songs and movement activities that will entertain our youngest patrons - appropriate for ages 6 and under.
Mondays & Wednesdays with Miss Erin
&
Thursdays - Bilingual with Miss Sandy
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CHANUKAH STORYTIME
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 14 | 11:30 A.M.
Join us! and get into the Chanukah spirit with stories and songs.
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EXTRAS
GEORGE MIZNER, M.D.
ORAL HISTORY: VAIL VALLEY VOICES
Born in Europe in 1930. Left Vienna, Austria with his mother, father, younger brother and maternal grandparents in 1938 when Hitler invaded Austria. Eventually immigrated to the United States. Educated in England and U.S. Graduated from Antioch College and University of Rochester Medical School. Did postgraduate training in pediatrics and psychiatry at Yale and Rochester Medical Schools. Married Joanne in 1954. Moved to Denver in 1963 and was affiliated with the University of Colorado Medical School. Became a part time resident of Vail in 1974. Retired in 1982. Moved to Vail full time in 1992. Married Carolyn (Carol) Smith in Dec. 2016.
ART @ YOUR LIBRARY
Vail Public Library proudly displays local artists’ work in our Community Room on a rotating schedule. Public viewing is available during library hours.
The art on display for the month of December is by local artist, Margo Thomas.
Ms. Thomas lives in Edwards, CO full time. She discovered art in 2001, starting with human figure drawing and watercolors, studying at the Art Students League of Denver and in Chicago at the Palette & Chisel Art Academy. Her goal is to communicate harmony through visual experiences. Inspired by the Colorado mountains, her subjects are based on nature and family. Mediums of choice include oil, alcohol ink, and acrylics. Some of her pieces have been digitized for large scale printing and embellishment to fit taste and room space.
You can see her works at the Alpine Arts Center in Edwards and the ARTSPaCE Workshop in Eagle. Her works are often on display at Vail Valley Art Guild events. Additionally, she volunteers time in the local arts scene to help promote local artists and events.
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ONLINE 24/7 RESOURCES
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to information including the resources listed below.
VAIL PUBLIC LIBRARY
Open Hours:
Monday - Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday - Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
292 West Meadow Drive, Vail CO 81657
970.479.2184 | vaillibrary.com
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