Events in September 2019
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September is Library Card Sign-up Month
September is Library Card Sign-up Month
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September 1, 2019
Toy Story 4” Characters are Honorary Chairs for Library Card Sign-up Month 2019!
September is Library Card Sign-up Month, a time when the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide join together to remind parents, caregivers and students that signing up for a library card is the first step towards academic achievement and lifelong learning.
Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” characters Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Bo Peep and friends are joining ALA on an adventure to promote the value of a library card. They’ll be reminding the public that signing up for a library card opens a world of infinite possibilities: libraries offer resources and services that help people pursue their passions and give students the tools to succeed in school and beyond. -
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Knit Night tonight!
Knit Night tonight!
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September 9, 2019Bring a project or start one here, all abilities and skill levels are welcome at Knit Night! Grab one of the library’s many knitting or crochet books for inspiration, and enjoy an evening with fellow crafters. If you need extra help our teacher, Amy Cohen, is at Alpaca in Eagle where Knit Night is offered every Tuesday.
Join the library Knit Night every 2nd and 4th Monday of the Month for conversation, encouragement, ideas, and company as you create a healthy lifestyle along with your warm and fuzzy fiber art!RSVP by 3pm is required. Our teacher is a volunteer and we want to respect her time and schedule. 970-479-2187.
For more information call 970-479-2187 or vaillibrary.com
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Sensational & Super Seniors @ your library
Sensational & Super Seniors @ your library
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September 11, 2019
Join us! for our fantastic Mexican Salsa Cooking Class in celebration of Latino Heritage Month. Make 3 different types of salsa with 3 different types of peppers. Learn about Mexico's Independence Day celebrated on Sep. 15th. Music and friendly faces will ensure a fun day at the library.Tech StudioBooks 'n' Bites - "The storied life of A.J. Fikry: A Novel"Books 'n' Bites - "The storied life of A.J. Fikry: A Novel"
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September 11, 2019
A New York Times Bestseller, a #1 Indie Next Pick, and a #1 LibraryReads Selection
“This novel has humor, romance, a touch of suspense, but most of all love--love of books and bookish people and, really, all of humanity in its imperfect glory.” —Eowyn Ivey, author of The Snow Child
A. J. Fikry, the irascible owner of Island Books, has recently endured some tough years: his wife has died, his bookstore is experiencing the worst sales in its history, and his prized possession--a rare edition of Poe poems--has been stolen. Over time, he has given up on people, and even the books in his store, instead of offering solace, are yet another reminder of a world that is changing too rapidly. Until a most unexpected occurrence gives him the chance to make his life over and see things anew.
Gabrielle Zevin’s enchanting novel is a love letter to the world of books--an irresistible affirmation of why we read, and why we love. -
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Mid-Autumn Festival (Moon Festival) Celebration
Mid-Autumn Festival (Moon Festival) Celebration
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September 14, 2019
Mid-Autumn Festival (Moon Festival) is a harvest festival celebrated on August 15th on Lunar Calendar in China and other East Asian countries, such as Vietnam and Singapore. This year, Mid-Autumn Festival falls on September 13th (Friday) on American calendar. It is the second most important festival in China after Chinese New Year and takes its name from the fact that it is always celebrated in the middle of the autumn season. The day is also known as the Moon Festival, as at that time of the year the moon is at its roundest and brightest. For Chinese people, the festival means family reunion and harmony, since Chinese people believe a full moon symbolizes reunion, harmony, and happiness.The Moon Cake is the special food of Mid-Autumn Festival. On that day, people sacrifice moon cakes to the moon as an offering and eat them for celebration. Moon cakes come in various flavors according to the region. The moon cakes are round, symbolizing the reunion of a family, so it is easy to understand how the eating of moon cakes under the round moon can evoke longing for distant relatives and friends. Nowadays, people present moon cakes to relatives and friends to demonstrate that they wish them a long and happy life.
Join us! as we celebrate the Moon Festival by learning the legend story of Mid-Autumn Festival, Make and taste mooncakes and make Chinise Paper moons.
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Tech StudioEvenings of Engagement with Raggedy Edge
Evenings of Engagement with Raggedy Edge
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September 18, 2019
Singer-Songwriter Acoustic Duo
Upbeat, genre-hopping tunes with a positive vibe
Raggedy Edge writes lots and lots of original music of the alternative pop rock folk blues variety. They engage and entertain, too, with plenty of cover music, including many surprising Great American Songbook Standards. Whether an intimate House Concert or a noisy sports bar, band members Lynn Perdzock and Bob Farley share their fun and excitement. -
Tech StudioSummer Lecture Series - The People & History of Farming
Summer Lecture Series - The People & History of Farming
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September 19, 2019
Presented by Jim Richardson, National Geographic Photographer Contributing Editor - Traveler MagazineNational Geographic photographer, Jim Richardson, will present his world travels in photographs of people and their efforts to feed the planet.
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Knit Night tonight!
Knit Night tonight!
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September 23, 2019Bring a project or start one here, all abilities and skill levels are welcome at Knit Night! Grab one of the library’s many knitting or crochet books for inspiration, and enjoy an evening with fellow crafters. If you need extra help our teacher, Amy Cohen, is at Alpaca in Eagle where Knit Night is offered every Tuesday.
Join the library Knit Night every 2nd and 4th Monday of the Month for conversation, encouragement, ideas, and company as you create a healthy lifestyle along with your warm and fuzzy fiber art!RSVP by 3pm is required. Our teacher is a volunteer and we want to respect her time and schedule. 970-479-2187.
For more information call 970-479-2187 or vaillibrary.com
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Tech StudioEvenings of Engagement with Billy Kemp
Evenings of Engagement with Billy Kemp
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September 25, 2019
A Baltimore native and Tennessee resident, Billy Kemp is a musician, songwriter, singer, composer and producer. He is a multi-instrumentalist but is best known for his tasteful and inventive guitar playing. He performs passionate home made songs and compositions, mostly roots music.
His concerts include songs from his latest releases, as well as selections from a rich and extensive back-catalogue. From Lone Star country to urban shuffles and Appalachian waltzes, Billy remains a songwriter with a love of story. -
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