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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.

Return any overdue materials by September 30 and pay no fines!

No questions asked!

Fines will resume Oct. 1.

By not charging late fees, this is an attempt to recover overdue library materials.

While some items are simply lost, many are still in the hands of the patrons who checked them out. With our “no questions asked” amnesty period, the library intends to make it easier for patrons to return overdue materials, such as books and DVDs.

The amnesty does not include overdue fines still on record from previously returned materials, nor does it include fines for lost and/or damaged items.

If you have any further questions, please reach at 970.479.2187 or email at Libinfo@vail.gov

SEPTEMBER IS
LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH

September is Library Card Sign-up Month, a time when Vail Public Library joins the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide to remind everyone about the valuable resources available with a library card.

From borrowing books, ebooks, to getting homework help, learning new skills, or attending story time, a library card helps you do more of what you enjoy. Get a library card and dive into a new hobby. Use your library card to tinker in a maker space and spark your creativity. A library card is your most important school supply—it’s elemental, really—and everyone should have one!

Since 1987, Library Card Sign-up Month has been held each September to mark the beginning of the school year. During the month, the American Library Association and libraries unite in a national effort to ensure every child signs-up for their own library card.

Thank you to Disney and Pixar for allowing Elemental characters Ember and Wade to help spread the word about the value of a library card during Library Card Sign-up Month 2023.

VAIL PUBLIC LIBRARY CELEBRATES 40 YEARS OF PROVIDING SERVICES AND RESOURCES TO THE VAIL COMMUNITY AND BEYOND!

Vail Public Library’s current location opened on July 4, 1983. We are celebrating 40 years in this building by looking back at some of the highlights in the library’s history since the 1960s.

Learn More Here!

Support Vail Public Library this 4th of July by making a purchase at our Annual Book & Bake Sale during the Vail America Days™ festivities!

All proceeds from the Bake Sale benefit Children’s Programs at the library.

The Book Sale will take place:

July 1, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. | July 2, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
July 3, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. | July 4, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

The Bake Sale will be:

Tuesday, July 4
8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
at the main entrance of the library.

If you are interested in baking something for the bake sale, or for more information,
you may contact Lori Barnes at
LBarnes@vailgov.com or at 970.479.2194

Please Join us! with a donation to Vail Public Library as it celebrates its 40th Anniversary!

Become a sustaining member and be part of our mission to serve and inform, foster civic engagement, and encourage lifelong learning and enjoyment. There has never been a better time to Join us!

Donate Here!

DONATIONS ARE ACCEPTED THROUGH JUNE 24

Please donate books for Friends of Vail Public Library’s
Annual 4th of July Book Sale.

To donate, please visit vaillibrary.com/book-donation-policy
to see all items we will accept.

You may also contact Cathy Holonitch at
CHolonitch@vailgov.com or 970.477.3507

LED LIGHTBULB SWAP

May 8 – June 2

Once again, Vail Public Library will host its popular LED Lightbulb Swap
in partnership with the Town of Vail Sustainability Department.

Community members can save money and cut climate pollution by exchanging 5, inefficient old-tech lightbulbs for 5 LED lightbulbs, all free!

Types of LEDs offered to exchange:

• 6 watts,
• 3-way
• Chandelier
• 6w G25

Stop by the library during library open hours to make your SWAP.

In celebration of our 40th anniversary, we are pleased to offer the community an extension of Amnesty through the summer months.

The library has been providing services and resources to the Vail community and beyond for 40 years, and in honor of this tradition we want to extend a fine free summer

The purpose of the amnesty is to encourage the return of needed library materials and to promote the use of the library.

The amnesty does not include overdue fines still on record from previously returned materials, nor does it include fines for lost and/or damaged items.

While some materials are simply lost, a great many are still in the hands of the patrons who checked them out. The library hopes that our “no questions asked” amnesty period will remove an obstacle to the return of overdue items, including books and DVDs.

TUESDAY, APRIL 25

Librarians across the United States celebrate National Library Workers Day (NLWD) on the Tuesday of National Library Week, held in April every year.

It’s a good time to highlight the critical role library workers play in keeping our libraries running.

Give a shout-out to a library worker you know!

Discover all the resources your library offers. Support your library and its staff. When budget time comes for your city or state, do your part to support your library.

TUESDAY, JAN. 31 | 4 P.M.
Starting at Lionshead for the parade!

Experience the most exciting Chinese cultural event as part of the 2023 One Book One Valley programs!

4:30 p.m. | at Vail Public Library
Join us! for the activities

Enjoy performances by Vail Mountain School’s Chinese students, dumpling-making, paper-cutting, calligraphy and traditional painting, make your very own Peking Opera mask, guess a lantern riddle and even play fun Chinese games!

This event is free and open to the public. 

This program is hosted by Vail Public Library and Vail Mountain School.

Support Vail Public Library this 4th of July holiday by making a purchase at our
Book Sale & Bake Sale during the Vail America Days™ festivities!

All proceeds from Bake Sale benefit Children’s Programs at the library.

The Book Sale will take place:
July 2, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. | July 3, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
July 4, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | July 5, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

The Bake Sale will be:
Monday, July 4
8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
at the main entrance of the library.

We thank you in advance for your support!

If you are interested in baking something for us, or for more information, you may contact Lori Barnes at LBarnes@vailgov.com or at 970.479.2194