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OCTOBER 2023

THIS MONTH'S SPOTLIGHTS

Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. Banned Books Week was launched in 1982 in response to a sudden surge in the number of challenges to books in schools, bookstores and libraries. Typically held during the last week of September, it highlights the value of free and open access to information. Banned Books Week brings together the entire book community — librarians, booksellers, publishers, journalists, teachers, and readers of all types — in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas, even those some consider unorthodox or unpopular.

The theme of this year’s event is “Let Freedom Read!”

FREE
SOLAR ECLIPSE GLASSES

STARTING MONDAY, OCT. 9

Two solar eclipses are coming to North America! An annular eclipse occurs on Saturday, October 14, 2023, and a total eclipse occurs on Monday, April 8, 2024.

Seven states are in the path. The maximum eclipse will pass over the Four Corners of Colorado. Eagle County will view an 80% eclipse at 10:34 AM on October 14.

With funding from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, the Space Science Institute, through its Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries (SEAL) program is distributing five-million solar-viewing glasses to 10,000 libraries, plus providing information and activities to share with library patrons.

Vail Public Library will distribute these glasses under the following terms:

• Limited to 2 pairs per family.
• You have to be present to get your pairs.
• First come, first served.

Friends of Libraries groups have their very own national week of celebration!

October 15-21, 2023, is the 18th annual National Friends of Libraries Week 
and it’s the perfect opportunity to give our Friends a big shout out for all they
do to make a difference for us.

Vail Public Library receives a lot of help from our Friends.
Over the years they have funded children’s programming, such as our StoryWalk® at Bighorn Park and One Book One Valley (OBOV) Community Read each year. provided new furniture, contributed funding for new and emerging technology, and support 

Friends of Vail Public Library are always looking for new members. Our Friends give their time as volunteers in so many ways. Join us! this is a terrific way to  give back to our town and make its library even better. .

OCTOBER'S PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
FOR ADULTS

VIRTUAL BOOKS 'N BITES WEDNESDAY, OCT. 11 | 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. Email Sandy at SRivera@vail.gov for an invitation to the monthly Books ‘n’ Bites.   Join us! this month when we will discuss the book “Go as a river” by Shelley Read On a cool autumn day in 1948, Victoria Nash delivers late-season peaches from her family’s farm set amid the wild beauty of Colorado. As she heads into her village, a disheveled stranger stops to ask her the way. How she chooses to answer will unknowingly alter the course of both their young lives. So begins the mesmerizing story of split-second choices and courageous acts that propel Victoria away from the only home she has ever known and towards a reckoning with loss, hope and her own untapped strength. Gathering all the pieces of her small and extraordinary existence, spinning through the eddies of desire, heartbreak and betrayal, she will arrive at a single rocky decision that will change her life forever. Go as a River is a heart-wrenching coming-of-age story and a drama of enthralling power. Combining unforgettable characters and a breathtaking natural setting, it is a sweeping story of survival and becoming, of the deepest mysteries of love, truth and fate.

FRIDAY, OCT. 13 | 11:30 A.M.

No grass grows under this group's feet. They're a walking, talking book club.

Our Walking Book Club is a fun, social outing with social distancing. Come even if you have not read this month's title. Instead, share what you are reading with the group.

We will meet in the library's Galleria and head out for a discussion of October's Books 'n Bites title, “Go as a river” by Shelley Read,

Email Jo Norris at JNorris@vail.gov to confirm your participation.

OCTOBER'S PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
FOR KIDS

SUNDAY, OCT. 15 | 10:30 A.M.

AT FORD PARK PARKING LOT

Vail Public Library and Children’s Garden of Learning invite you to sit in the driver’s seat and explore the many vehicles that serve our community.

Kids will love checking out trucks of all shapes and sizes. They will have an opportunity to climb inside of a: trash truck, a Police car, a Town of Vail Bus, an ambulance, a fire truck, and many more.

QUIET TIME (HORN FREE) FROM 10:30 – 11:15 A.M. BRING YOUR NOISE-CANCELLING HEADPHONES IF YOU WISH.

For more information, email Erin at EStege@vail.gov

In case of inclement weather, Touch a Truck will be rescheduled for Oct. 22.
For any notifications, please visit vaillibrary.com.

MONDAY, OCT. 9 | 3:30 P.M. 

Kids talk about books and participate in engaging activities related to the books. 

Open to kids ages 7-12. 

Join us! for a discussion featuring the book:

Join the shadowy Carapace Clavicle Moundshroud as he takes eight trick-or-treaters on an unforgettable journey to find their missing friend, Pip. Travel through space and time, from the tombs of ancient Egypt to the gargoyles of Notre-Dame Cathedral, all the way to the cemeteries of Mexico on el Día de Los Muertos, the Day of the Dead. Is Pip still alive? And if so, can his friends save him from a ghastly fate before it’s too late? Please RSVP to Erin at EStege@vail.gov

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.

GLOW IN THE DARK SUGAR SKULL MASON JARS

TUESDAY, OCT. 17 | 3:30 P.M.

We are getting ready for Day of the Dead or Dias de Muertos.
Embrace this holiday with these easy to make jars and the end product is unique and eye catching!

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@vail.gov

TUESDAY, OCT. 31 | 1 P.M.

Come to our not so scary Story Time right before the Trick or Treat Trot.

Join us! in your costume and enjoy Halloween poems and stories with our special guest Sandy Ferguson Fuller from Alp Arts Puppetry! - Appropriate for babies and Toddlers.

ANNUAL SCARECROW BUILDING CONTEST

SATURDAY, NOV. 4 | 10 A.M.

Form a team of friends or family and come build a scarecrow to decorate the library.

The library will provide frames and art supplies. Vail Valley Cares Thrifty Store will provide clothes. Bring accessories to personalize your scarecrow.  Small parts, glue guns and staple guns will be used.

This creative day is appropriate for children 5 years old and older; all children must be accompanied by an adult.  Teens may work independently.

Prizes for the most unique and creative scarecrows!

RSVPs are required, we plan to make 10 scarecrows.

If you are interested, please reach out to
Erin at EStege@vail.gov

STORYTIME

MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS| 11:00 A.M.

We are excited to invite families to our early literacy Storytimes.

Join Erin for stories, songs and movement activities that will entertain our youngest patrons - appropriate for ages 6 and under.

BILINGUAL STORYTIME LA HORA DEL CUENTO SATURDAYS - SABADOS | 11 A.M. Join Sandy for Storytime in English and Spanish. Learn, read, sing, and have fun while practicing and learning Spanish! Families with children up to age 6 will learn traditional and new Hispanic and Latino songs, games, and unique stories. ----------------------------------------------------   Únase a Sandy para Storytime en inglés y español. ¡Aprende, lee, canta y diviértete mientras practicas y aprendes español! Las familias con niños de hasta 6 años aprenderán canciones, juegos e historias únicas tradicionales y nuevas hispanas y latinas.

TECH STUDIO
VPL'S MAKERSPACE PROGRAM IS BACK!

WEDNESDAY & THURSDAYS | 3 - 5 P.M.

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

• Virtual Reality System (Oculus Rift)
• 3D Printing (2 Lulzbot Mini)
• Green Screen by Do ink App
• xTool D1 Pro 10W (Engraving & Cutting Machine)

EXTRAS

JOAN & JACK CARNIE

ORAL HISTORY: VAIL VALLEY VOICES

Joan and Jack Carnie, who helped establish the Town of Vail and its skiing community, moved to the Gore Creek Valley in 1962. They speak of their early Vail experiences in this oral history.

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 October is: 

Melissa Nelson, Chris Sena, Lynn Feiger & Becky Kiser 

In collaboration with the Vail Public Library, Guild members Melissa Nelson, Chris Sena, Lynn Feiger & Becky Kiser will display art which they created on a trip to study in Spain.

THIS MONTH'S DATABASE HIGHLIGHT

Text message notification is available at Vail Public Library through Shoutbomb, our SMS text messaging service.

Sign up with a librarian at the front desk.

What Kinds of Notices Will You Get?

• Holds: Notice of items ready for pickup.
• Overdues: Notice of overdue items.
• Renewals: Notice of items are due soon and can be renewed.
• Fees: Notice of fines or fees owed.

ONLINE 24/7 RESOURCES

Remember to use our online resources for 24/7 access
to information including the resources listed below.

PASSWORDS ARE HERE!

Passwords have been added to your library account to protect your privacy.

 To setup your password, use the "Reset My Password" link on the login page of the library website.  A link to reset your password will be sent to the email address on your library account. If you do not have an email address on file, contact the library for assistance.

For more information click HERE!

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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