Library Calendar

The week's events

  • Meditation

    Category: Healthy Lifestyle Meditation


    June 30, 2019

    Please join others in the Community Room at the Vail Library for weekly meditation gatherings .

    Sessions are currently led by  Thomas Guthrie, with visiting guests from time to time.   Chairs and seating cushions are available. Remember sessions are FREE AND OPEN TO EVERYONE.

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  • Photography Exhibit Women Farmers by Jim Richardson

    Category: Art @ your library Photography Exhibit Women Farmers by Jim Richardson

    N/A
    July 1, 2019

    Vail Public Library in partnership with Betty Ford Alpine Gardens’ Summer Exhibit “The Secret Life of Roots “ will host “Women Farmers Photo Exhibit’ by world-renowned National Geographic photographer Jim Richardson. Starting June 1st– October 30th  in our Community Room.

    Jim Richardson is a photographer for National Geographic Magazine and a contributing editor for its sister publication, TRAVELER Magazine. Richardson has photographed more than fifty stories for National Geographic.

    Gentle Yoga

    Category: Healthy Lifestyle Gentle Yoga


    July 1, 2019

    Gentle Yoga – Monday’s & Wednesday’s at 11:30am

    This may be the yoga class you’re looking for. Here we cultivate compassion for ourselves and others. Though it’s a gentle workout, the emphasis is on working in. This inward focus unites the mind, body & Spirit in an atmosphere of community and collaboration, not competition. Balance, strength and flexibility improve while experiencing deep relaxation. You’ll feel a lightness of being from this powerful and healing practice. Taught by Anne Anderson, Certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher, Registered with Yoga Alliance, Professional Ski Instructor of America at Vail; Lionshead Adults, Reiki II Practitioner and Founder of Snowga, a yoga practice on the slopes created to calm the mind and transform the ski experience; less fear, more fun.

    Zumba Class

    Category: Healthy Lifestyle Zumba Class


    July 1, 2019

    Zumba is a high-energy group fitness class that, ware you can burn upwards of 500 calories in a one-hour session! Zumba was born out of a love of Latin music and dancing, intended to make fitness more fun and enjoyable.

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  • Baby Story time

    Category: Kids Baby Story time


    July 2, 2019

    From their unique perspective, perched on the lap of a beloved adult, these very young minds absorb what is going on around them and may already be learning an appreciation for books and reading. Baby story time is filled with songs, movement exercises, rhythm and rhyme. This is very interactive and age appropriate for the 0—18 month old patrons.

    Preschool Story Time

    Category: Kids Preschool Story Time


    July 2, 2019

    Enjoyed by locals and visitors alike, children and caregivers join Cricket at Vail Public Library, as she leads listeners in rhymes, songs, stories and more. Each story time also features an age appropriate art activity. Active participation is encouraged from everybody as children enjoy these pre-reading activities designed to be the building blocks for strong readers and students. This free event is interactive and educational. For more information please call 970-479-2187.  You may also visit us at vaillibrary.com.

    Little Listeners @ the Library

    Category: All Ages Little Listeners @ the Library


    July 2, 2019

    Musicians from the Dallas Symphony will perform today in the fireside area!

  • Toddler Story time

    Category: Kids Toddler Story time


    July 3, 2019

    Enjoyed by locals and visitors alike, children and caregivers join Cricket as she leads the children in rhymes, songs, stories and more.  Each story time also features an age appropriate art activity. Active participation is encouraged as your child enjoys these pre-reading activities designed as the building blocks for strong readers and students.

    This free event is interactive and educational.

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    Book Sale

    Category: All Ages Book Sale


    July 3, 2019

    Beginning Wed., July 3, and running through Sat., July 6, the Friends of Vail Public Library will be sponsoring their annual Fourth of July Book Sale.  Come peruse the diverse selection of books, DVDs and CDs in the Vail Public Library's Community Room during the Book Sale hours:

    • Wed. July 3 /11:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu. July 4 / 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri. July 5 / 11:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat. July 6 / 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Story Time Move 'n' Groove

    Category: Kids Story Time Move 'n' Groove


    July 3, 2019

    A NEW Story Time that includes a picture book, yoga and movement activities for the 3-5 year old set. This program idea is designed to bring movement and energy to our preschool story hour.

    Gentle Yoga

    Category: Healthy Lifestyle Gentle Yoga


    July 3, 2019

    Gentle Yoga – Monday’s & Wednesday’s at 11:30am

    This may be the yoga class you’re looking for. Here we cultivate compassion for ourselves and others. Though it’s a gentle workout, the emphasis is on working in. This inward focus unites the mind, body & Spirit in an atmosphere of community and collaboration, not competition. Balance, strength and flexibility improve while experiencing deep relaxation. You’ll feel a lightness of being from this powerful and healing practice. Taught by Anne Anderson, Certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher, Registered with Yoga Alliance, Professional Ski Instructor of America at Vail; Lionshead Adults, Reiki II Practitioner and Founder of Snowga, a yoga practice on the slopes created to calm the mind and transform the ski experience; less fear, more fun.

    Teen Summer Reading- Book Clubs

    Category: Teens Teen Summer Reading- Book Clubs


    July 3, 2019

    It's not just about the book!  All teens are invited to join us weekly for a shared art experience, snacks and a get together.  Teens who register are eligible for prizes and incentives also!

    Middle School June book is Children of Exile by Margaret Peterson Haddix

    High School June title is The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas

    Register Here

  • 4th of July Bake Sale

    Category: All Ages 4th of July Bake Sale

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    July 4, 2019

    Annual bake sale during the 4th of July parade. Baked goods, coffee and water available to purchase. All proceeds support the children's programing at Vail Public Library.

    Library Closed

    Category: Library Closure Library Closed

    N/A
    July 4, 2019

    Book Sale

    Category: All Ages Book Sale


    July 4, 2019

    Beginning Wed., July 3, and running through Sat., July 6, the Friends of Vail Public Library will be sponsoring their annual Fourth of July Book Sale.  Come peruse the diverse selection of books, DVDs and CDs in the Vail Public Library's Community Room during the Book Sale hours:

    • Wed. July 3 /11:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu. July 4 / 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri. July 5 / 11:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat. July 6 / 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Book Sale

    Category: All Ages Book Sale


    July 5, 2019

    Beginning Wed., July 3, and running through Sat., July 6, the Friends of Vail Public Library will be sponsoring their annual Fourth of July Book Sale.  Come peruse the diverse selection of books, DVDs and CDs in the Vail Public Library's Community Room during the Book Sale hours:

    • Wed. July 3 /11:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu. July 4 / 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri. July 5 / 11:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat. July 6 / 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Book Sale

    Category: All Ages Book Sale


    July 6, 2019

    Beginning Wed., July 3, and running through Sat., July 6, the Friends of Vail Public Library will be sponsoring their annual Fourth of July Book Sale.  Come peruse the diverse selection of books, DVDs and CDs in the Vail Public Library's Community Room during the Book Sale hours:

    • Wed. July 3 /11:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu. July 4 / 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri. July 5 / 11:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat. July 6 / 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Bilingual Story time

    Category: Kids Bilingual Story time


    July 6, 2019

    Bilingual Story time for pre-schoolers from 0 - 5.  Join in as we explore books, songs and culture in Spanish and English.

    Comminity Room Booked

    Category: Community Room Booked Comminity Room Booked


    July 6, 2019

    The lodge at Lioshead

    by: Joy Dunham
    General Manager
    Lodge at Lionshead