Events in December 2023
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Story Time Story Time
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December 4, 2023
We are excited to invite families to our early literacy storytimes.
Join Us! for stories, songs, and movement activities that will entertain our youngest patrons - appropriate for ages 6 and under.
One Book One Valley 2024 Kick-off Event One Book One Valley 2024 Kick-off Event
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December 4, 2023
What if everyone in Eagle County read the same book?One Book One Valley (OBOV) encourages all residents to read the same book at the same time to create a community book club. Programs and events related to the chosen book happen throughout the valley and will engage readers of all ages and interests!
JOIN THE CONVERSATION!Monday, Dec. 4 | 6 P.M.
AT THE BOOKWORM (295 MAIN ST, EDWARDS, CO 81632)Celebrate with us the start of this year's Community Read. The 2024 selected title will be revealed, and the official proclamation will be read.
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Vail Story Time Vail Story Time
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December 6, 2023We are excited to invite families to our early literacy storytimes.
Join Us! for stories, songs, and movement activities that will entertain our youngest patrons - appropriate for ages 6 and under.
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Santa & the Babies Santa & the Babies
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December 11, 2023
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.
Mountains of Books - Kids Book Club Mountains of Books - Kids Book Club
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December 11, 2023
Kids talk about books and participate in engaging activities related to the books.
We meet on the second Monday of the month, during the school year, in the library’s community room. Open to kids ages 7-12.
RSVP at MSingleton@vail.gov
Parents are welcome, but not required, to attend.>
“WHEN SANTA FELL TO EARTH” BY CORNELIA FUNKE
What would happen if Santa fell to Earth? Christmas through the eyes of Cornelia Funke: quirky, funny, ultimately heartwarming, and packaged in a collectible format. A new holiday classic!
Scared by a storm, Twinklestar, the least reliable reindeer, bolts–causing Santa and his sleigh to crash-land. And though Santa has dropped into a friendly neighborhood, he’s not safe: Jeremiah Goblynch, the ruthless new leader of the Council of Yuleland, is determind to put an end to children’s wishes and turn the holiday season into his own personal moneymaking scheme. As the last REAL St. Nick around, only Santa stands between Goblynch and his grinchlike plan. With the help and hope of kids Charlotte and Ben, Santa must face Goblynch and his Nutcracker goons to save Christmas!
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Family Fireside Holiday Party Family Fireside Holiday Party
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December 12, 2023
Join Santa and Vail Public Library, for its Annual Family Holiday Party!This fun-filled event is open to children of all ages who wish to visit Santa Claus.
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
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Vail Story Time Vail Story Time
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December 13, 2023We are excited to invite families to our early literacy storytimes.
Join Us! for stories, songs, and movement activities that will entertain our youngest patrons - appropriate for ages 6 and under.
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Story Time Story Time
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December 18, 2023We are excited to invite families to our early literacy storytimes.
Join Us! for stories, songs, and movement activities that will entertain our youngest patrons - appropriate for ages 6 and under.
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Evenings of Engagement with Alpine Brass Quintet Evenings of Engagement with Alpine Brass Quintet
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December 19, 2023
The Alpine Brass Quintet was formed 8 years ago by founding members Steve Yarberry, Gary Thornton and Lisa Siegert-Free. The group has played at a variety of Eagle County locations. Their repertoire is eclectic, including classical and show tune pieces, Christmas music, as well as jazz and blues arrangements.The group leader is Steve Yarberry. Three of the musicians reside in Eagle County; the bass trombone player commutes from Silverthorne, CO. and the 2nd trumpet commutes from Fairplay, CO.
The Quintet’s concert will be performed by Connor Williams: 1st trumpet, Anne Erdle: 2nd trumpet, Lisa Siegert-Free: French horn, Steve Yarberry: tenor trombone, and Mark Jeffrey: bass trombone. The group will showcase some of their favorite holiday pieces.
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Vail Story Time Vail Story Time
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December 20, 2023We are excited to invite families to our early literacy storytimes.
Join Us! for stories, songs, and movement activities that will entertain our youngest patrons - appropriate for ages 6 and under.
HOLIDAY HARP MUSIC WITH MARGOT KRIMMEL HOLIDAY HARP MUSIC WITH MARGOT KRIMMEL
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December 20, 2023
No instrument expresses seasonal favorites more beautifully than the harp. Join us! at Vail Public library for traditional and winter-themed compositions as Margot performs in our Community Room.Margot began her music career right here in Vail, playing the harp for the guests of the Sonnenalp Hotel. She now resides in the Boulder area and teaches this unique instrument to over 25 students.
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The Vail Dickens Carolers The Vail Dickens Carolers
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December 21, 2023
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 at the library’s Fireside Lounge. Dressed in Dickens’ fashions, they help spread “Holiday Cheer” throughout the valley.
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Vail Story Time Vail Story Time
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December 27, 2023We are excited to invite families to our early literacy storytimes.
Join Us! for stories, songs, and movement activities that will entertain our youngest patrons - appropriate for ages 6 and under.