Events in September 2020
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September is Library Card Sign-up Month
September is Library Card Sign-up Month
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September 1, 2020
Library Card Sign-up MonthThis September, DC’s Wonder Woman is embarking on a new mission to champion the power of a library card as Library Card Sign-up Month Honorary Chair. A founding member of the Justice League, Wonder Woman is known for strength, compassion and truth. Armed with the Lasso of Truth, Wonder Woman makes a perfect ambassador to support the value of learning and the role libraries play in transforming lives and strengthening communities through education.
Teen Writing ContestTeen Writing Contest
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September 1, 2020Show us your passion for Writing and win a fantastic prize.
Are You Brave Enough To Write?!
Entries can be fiction, nonfiction, poetry, short stories, etc.The 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners will receive visa gift cards generously donated by the Daly Family.
The winners will also be announced on our social media pages with links to their winning work.
Entries will need to be emailed to DDaly@vailgov.com by Fri., Sept. 25.
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Sensational & Super Seniors
Sensational & Super Seniors
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September 9, 2020
Join seniors from the valley for a Virtual Book Discussion via ZoomFeaturing the book "The Order" by Daniel Silva
Contact Renae Anderson Director of Caregiver’s Connection for a Zoom invitation.
Virtual Books n' Bites - "The Swans of Fifth Avenue" by Melanie BenjaminVirtual Books n' Bites - "The Swans of Fifth Avenue" by Melanie Benjamin
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September 9, 2020
Join us! for this month's Virtual Book Club via Zoom. Simply email Lori Barnes at lbarnes@vailgov.com to receive your invitation.The selection for the month of September is… "The Swans of Fifth Avenue" by Melanie Benjamin
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"Meet Will Shakespeare: An Introduction and Book Club" PART II
"Meet Will Shakespeare: An Introduction and Book Club" PART II
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September 14, 2020Ever wanted to learn more about the legendary William Shakespeare? Beginning in August, we will host a 3-part series on Shakespeare for novices as well as aficionados called "Meet Will Shakespeare: An Introduction and Book Club - The Bard Doesn't Have to be Hard!"
Jill Gordon, a longtime Shakespeare enthusiast and an online instructor at Colorado Mountain College, will be facilitating this event series. If you wish to participate, simply email her at gordongrp@comcast.net to get the Zoom Meeting info.
The second part of this series will discuss Shakespeare's "Macbeth".
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Virtual Evenings of Engagement with Michael Gabriel
Virtual Evenings of Engagement with Michael Gabriel
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September 16, 2020
Join us for our first virtual concert via Facebook Live, featuring Michael Gabriel.During these crazy times, Michael started recording live tracks from his RV a couple of months ago and it has been nothing but a blast!
Join in from the comfort of your home for some musical escapades sure to delight and entertain!
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One Book One Valley 2020 Virtual Finale Event
One Book One Valley 2020 Virtual Finale Event
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September 17, 2020
Meet the Author Erika Sánchez on Zoom.We are thrilled to let you know that the long-awaited One Book One Valley 2020 Finale event will be held virtually on two separate occasion:
This is a free virtual event,everyone is welcome!
Visit Zoom.com, select “Join A Meeting” from the top nav and type in the ID# below.
Thursday, September 17 | 6 p.m.
Zoom Meeting ID# 816 8559 3018&
Saturday, September 19 | 6 p.m.
Zoom Meeting ID# 886 1327 0605During these events, Erika Sánchez, author of “I am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter,” will host a virtual Book Discussion via Zoom including a Q&A session. She will also sign 100 bookplates that will be sent to us for people to place inside their own copies of the book.
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One Book One Valley 2020 Virtual Finale Event
One Book One Valley 2020 Virtual Finale Event
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September 19, 2020Meet the Author Erika Sánchez on Zoom.We are thrilled to let you know that the long-awaited One Book One Valley 2020 Finale event will be held virtually on two separate occasion:
This is a free virtual event,everyone is welcome!
Visit Zoom.com, select “Join A Meeting” from the top nav and type in the ID# below.
Thursday, September 17 | 6 p.m.
Zoom Meeting ID# 816 8559 3018&
Saturday, September 19 | 6 p.m.
Zoom Meeting ID# 886 1327 0605During these events, Erika Sánchez, author of “I am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter,” will host a virtual Book Discussion via Zoom including a Q&A session. She will also sign 100 bookplates that will be sent to us for people to place inside their own copies of the book.
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Teen Writring Contest Deadline
Teen Writring Contest Deadline
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September 25, 2020Show us your passion for Writing and win a fantastic prize.
Are You Brave Enough To Write?!
Entries can be fiction, nonfiction, poetry, short stories, etc.The 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners will receive visa gift cards generously donated by the Daly Family.
The winners will also be announced on our social media pages with links to their winning work.
Entries will need to be emailed to DDaly@vailgov.com by Fri., Sept. 25.
Virtual Middle School Book ClubVirtual Middle School Book Club
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September 25, 2020Virtual Middle School Book Club
Do you have a middle-school aged child who loves to read? Invite them to join the Virtual Middle School Book Club. Our book for September is "The Hate U Give," by Angie Thomas.
Please contact Ali for the Google Meet specifics at amurray@vailgov.com.
