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Story Time (preschool children with adult)

December 11, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM @ Library Children's Program Room

Come share short stories, fun songs, early literacy tips, and preschool & kindergarten skills. Same program on Wednesday and Thursday.

Author Talk & Book Signing: Pam Houston

December 11, 2019, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM @ Library Auditorium

PVPL (7401 East Skoog Blvd.) presents author Pam Houston, Wed, Dec 11th, 2019 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm. Pam Houston is the author of the memoir, Deep Creek: Finding Hope In The High Country, as well as two novels, Contents May Have Shifted and Sight Hound, two collections of short stories, Cowboys Are My Weakness and Waltzing the Cat, and a collection of essays, A Little More About Me, all published by W.W. Norton. Her stories have been selected for volumes of The O. Henry Awards, The Pushcart Prize, Best American Travel Writing, and Best American Short Stories of the Century among other anthologies. She is the winner of the Western States Book Award, the WILLA Award for contemporary fiction, the Evil Companions Literary Award and several teaching awards. She teaches in the Low Rez MFA program at the Institute of American Indian Arts, is Professor of English at UC Davis, and co-founder and creative director of the literary nonprofit Writing By Writers. For more info call 928.759.3040.

Beginning Meditation and Mindfulness

December 12, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Library Genealogy Room

Do you feel like every second of your life is spent on thinking about the past or worrying about your future? Come to Prescott Valley Public Library’s Beginning Meditation & Mindfulness meeting on the 2nd Thursday of each month. Those at all levels of meditation experience, from none and beyond, are encouraged to participate in this free program. Chairs will be provided—please bring a cushion if needed. No registration is required—just show up! 11am-12pm Genealogy Room More Info? 928-759-3040

Story Time (preschool children with adult)

December 12, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM @ Library Children's Program Room

Come share short stories, fun songs, early literacy tips, and preschool & kindergarten skills. Same program on Wednesday and Thursday.

Be Creative Adult Art Class – December Paper Clay: Roses & Angels (1 week) Registration Required

December 13, 2019, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Library Children's Program Room

Prescott Valley Public Library (7401 E. Skoog Blvd) has been awarded a 2019 Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant for “Be Creative at PVPL”, Friday, December 13th, 2019 from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm in the 2nd Floor Children’s Programming Room. The focus of this grant will allow the library to offer monthly art classes, designed for our 50+ community, beginning in September 2019 and running through April 2020. For December’s class you will create roses and angels out of the fascinating material of paper clay. Where will your imagination take you! For classes please register online at pvlib.net>classes. For more information call 928-759-3040 This project is supported by the Arizona State Library, Archives & Public Records, a division of the Secretary of State, with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

The Gadabouts- Music & Enterainment

December 13, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM @ Library Auditorium

The Gadabouts, Music & Entertainment On Friday December 13th at the Prescott Valley Public Library (7401 E Skoog Blvd.) join us in welcoming back the Gadabouts. They will be taking the stage in the Auditorium at 2:00pm and entertaining us with Country, Folk, Bluegrass, Western Swing, Hawaiian, Gospel and Holiday music. Billye Ann, Jim, Ed, Bill and Edie have been entertaining for years and the variety of instruments will astound and amaze you! The band's main objective is to entertain the audience with a wide variety of music, along with light hearted humor sprinkled throughout the performance. This program is FREE and suitable for all ages. No registration required; for more information call 928-759-3040.

Yavapai Flute Circle

December 14, 2019, 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM @ Library Children's Program Room

“Yavapai Flute Circle” PVPL Ongoing Program: The purpose of the flute circle is for like-minded individuals to simply meet and enjoy each other’s company while playing and listening to Native American flutes. Yavapai Flute Circle promotes the Native American flutes, preserves its history, and respects its cultural origins and traditions. People of all ages and levels of experience are welcome. 2nd Saturday @ 12-2:30pm 2nd floor Children’s Program Room (7401 E. Civic Circle) Contact: Don Schiller (schiller@commspeed.net/ 928-710-2383)

Prescott Valley Public Library & Alzheimer’s Association host Alzheimer’s Support Group

December 16, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Library Genealogy Room

Prescott Valley Public Library & Alzheimer’s Association host Alzheimer’s Support Group Join PVPL (7401 East Skoog Blvd, Prescott Valley) & Alzheimer’s Association for the Alzheimer’s Support Group – every Monday beginning January 7th, 2019 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm in the Genealogy Room. Are you caring for someone with memory problems? Would you like to share your stories with others? Would you like to connect with others who understand? Support groups provide a forum to share feelings, concerns, information and as a sway of supporting and encouraging each other. For more information call the Alzheimer’s Association 928-771-9257 or PVPL 928-759-3040. No registration required but space is limited. Mondays, Starting January 7, 2019 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Genealogy Room More information - 928-759-3040

Firearm Safety: An Informational Presentation, Not a Hands On Training

December 16, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Library Crystal Room

Prescott Valley Public Library (7401 E. Skoog Blvd) is presenting ‘Firearm Safety: An Informational Presentation, Not a Hands On Training’. This is not a hands on training. Informational purposes only. This class will cover: How to safely handle firearms, proper techniques to unload, load and safely store firearms in the home. This presentation will also discuss the differences between pistols, revolvers, semi-automatic pistols, single action and double action, rifles, a short history of firearms, automatic rifles and “Legal for Purchase” AR Series Rifles, and rifles of various designs (bolt action, lever action, etc.) along with shotguns. Lewis Johnson will be this class presenter. Mon, Dec 16, 2019 from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, 3rd Floor Crystal Room. No registration is needed space is limited. For more info call 928-759-3040.

Baby Time (birth-2 years old) with adult

December 17, 2019, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Library Children's Program Room

Join us for short stories, songs, bounce rhymes, some baby sign language and play time with other children and the chance to share with other parents. No registration necessary

Toddler Time (ages 2-3 with adult)

December 17, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM @ Library Children's Program Room

Come share short stories, fun songs, early literacy tips, and preschool & kindergarten skills.

Prescott Valley Art Guild

December 18, 2019, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Library Crystal Room

The Prescott Valley Art Guild is a non-profit organization established in 1987 to further the education, awareness and understanding of the creative arts and to promote and encourage the artistic welfare of the community. The organization holds a monthly meeting on the third Wednesday of each month except in June and December. During the meeting information is provided on upcoming art shows and other related items, members bring in art work which is judged be members, refreshments are available, a raffle of art books is held and a presentation or demonstration is provided by a local artist. The Art Guild sponsors art shows in the community periodically and displays art of members in local businesses as part of our Art Around Town project. All members are encouraged to participate in the activities of the Art Guild. Members pay a $35.00 annual membership fee.

Story Time (preschool children with adult)

December 18, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM @ Library Children's Program Room

Come share short stories, fun songs, early literacy tips, and preschool & kindergarten skills. Same program on Wednesday and Thursday.

PVPL Book Club

December 19, 2019, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM @ Library Genealogy Room

Prescott Valley Public Library (7401 East Skoog Blvd.) is hosting the PVPL Book Club. PVPL Book Club meets every month on the 3rd Thursday from 10:30 AM – 12:30 pm in the Genealogy Room (2nd Floor). If you're looking for a book club to join come share your love of reading. If you have questions please call 928-759-3040. 3rd Thursday of every month 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Genealogy Room More Information 928-759-3040

Story Time (preschool children with adult)

December 19, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM @ Library Children's Program Room

Come share short stories, fun songs, early literacy tips, and preschool & kindergarten skills. Same program on Wednesday and Thursday.

Coloring Class for Adults

December 20, 2019, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Library Crystal Room

“Coloring Class for Adults” Ongoing PVPL Program: Come and enjoy a relaxing time coloring with other adults. No rules, just fun! You can bring in your favorite coloring book and materials or choose from a variety of coloring pages and materials that we have to explore the simple pleasures of coloring. Some basic instruction for ideas and techniques to spice up your coloring are available. Remember there is no right or wrong way to color, just have fun! 1st and 3rd Fridays @ 1-3pm 1st Floor Glassford Hill Room (7401 E. Civic Circle) 928-759-3040

Prescott Valley Public Library & Alzheimer’s Association host Alzheimer’s Support Group

December 23, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Library Genealogy Room

Prescott Valley Public Library & Alzheimer’s Association host Alzheimer’s Support Group Join PVPL (7401 East Skoog Blvd, Prescott Valley) & Alzheimer’s Association for the Alzheimer’s Support Group – every Monday beginning January 7th, 2019 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm in the Genealogy Room. Are you caring for someone with memory problems? Would you like to share your stories with others? Would you like to connect with others who understand? Support groups provide a forum to share feelings, concerns, information and as a sway of supporting and encouraging each other. For more information call the Alzheimer’s Association 928-771-9257 or PVPL 928-759-3040. No registration required but space is limited. Mondays, Starting January 7, 2019 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Genealogy Room More information - 928-759-3040

Chair Yoga

December 27, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Library Crystal Room

Prescott Valley Public Library will offer Chair Yoga on the fourth Friday of each month. Lori Wallach has been teaching yoga for over 14 years. Her love of helping individuals ease into aging is the driving force behind her yoga. She received her 200 teacher training in 2004 and her 300 training finished in 2016. Throughout her career she has taught all kinds of yoga, from power yoga to meditation. Now, she has settled into teaching modified yoga that meets the needs of the individual and chair yoga. Chair yoga allows you to keep doing yoga regardless of your ability. The chair can also be used as a prop to help getting into the poses a little easier. Not to mention there is no getting up and down from the floor worry. Yoga will help you keep and build your strength, flexibility and balance. No signed up required

Acrylic Painting Workshop - December

December 11, 2019, 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ Civic Center Conference Room 428

Class 1 (Wednesday): Basic Landscape Painting Learn basic landscape painting skills including composition, how to use the materials, and mixing/blending colors. Students will draw a preliminary sketch for a painting and begin painting it during this class Class 2 (Thursday): Acrylic Painting Part 2 Students will learn blending techniques, how to layer paint, brush stroke techniques, and will be able to continue work on their painting Class 3 (Friday): Acrylic Painting Part 3 Students will work on their paintings and receive one-on-one attention from the instructor, ending discussion

Acrylic Painting Workshop - December

December 12, 2019, 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ Civic Center Conference Room 428

Class 1 (Wednesday): Basic Landscape Painting Learn basic landscape painting skills including composition, how to use the materials, and mixing/blending colors. Students will draw a preliminary sketch for a painting and begin painting it during this class Class 2 (Thursday): Acrylic Painting Part 2 Students will learn blending techniques, how to layer paint, brush stroke techniques, and will be able to continue work on their painting Class 3 (Friday): Acrylic Painting Part 3 Students will work on their paintings and receive one-on-one attention from the instructor, ending discussion

Acrylic Painting Workshop - December

December 13, 2019, 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ Civic Center Conference Room 428

Class 1 (Wednesday): Basic Landscape Painting Learn basic landscape painting skills including composition, how to use the materials, and mixing/blending colors. Students will draw a preliminary sketch for a painting and begin painting it during this class Class 2 (Thursday): Acrylic Painting Part 2 Students will learn blending techniques, how to layer paint, brush stroke techniques, and will be able to continue work on their painting Class 3 (Friday): Acrylic Painting Part 3 Students will work on their paintings and receive one-on-one attention from the instructor, ending discussion

Fun with Clay for Adults

December 13, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Civic Center Community Room 331

Working with clay is a fun, stress relieving activity for adults. No matter what you end up making, there is pride in creating something entirely from scratch with your hands. Learn a brand new skill or develop an existing skill with our expert instructor Connie Foss. Connie will guide you in creating anything you can imagine from a portrait of your pup to hand made gifts for your family. All skill levels are welcome, just bring a great attitude and be ready to have Fun with Clay! Ages 15 and up.

Shing Yi & Ba Gua

December 13, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Civic Center Activity Room (3rd Floor)

Similar to Tai Chi, Shing Yi is an internal martial art that focuses on the 5 elements for moving meditation (wood, fire, earth, metal and water) Each element represents a particular organ in the body. When done correctly the practicing of the 5 elements can refine one's body and mind. Students will learn the proper movements, alignment and learn to incorporate breathing with movements. For those interested the class will also teach Ba Gua which is another internal arts form. Ba Gau is also based on the principles of movement and stillness, opening and closing, expanding and contracting, rising and falling, crossing and turning. Through these slow even movements students will learn to balance the body and mind. First Class is Free!

Fun with Clay for Kids

December 13, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM @ Civic Center Community Room 331

Clay is one of the most effective art mediums for children to discover and develop their creative and learning skills. The process of working with this natural material to create a unique clay project supports personalized learning, sensory development, fine motor skills, self esteem, self expression, problem solving skills, discipline and pride in a child. In addition, clay has a well documented therapeutic quality that settles and calms children. Join us at the Civic Center and allow your child or teen to explore their creativity in a fun and friendly environment while learning a new skill. They will create hand built clay projects of their choosing and then finish those projects with paint.

Shing Yi & Ba Gua

December 18, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Civic Center Activity Room (3rd Floor)

Similar to Tai Chi, Shing Yi is an internal martial art that focuses on the 5 elements for moving meditation (wood, fire, earth, metal and water) Each element represents a particular organ in the body. When done correctly the practicing of the 5 elements can refine one's body and mind. Students will learn the proper movements, alignment and learn to incorporate breathing with movements. For those interested the class will also teach Ba Gua which is another internal arts form. Ba Gau is also based on the principles of movement and stillness, opening and closing, expanding and contracting, rising and falling, crossing and turning. Through these slow even movements students will learn to balance the body and mind. First Class is Free!

Fun with Clay for Adults

December 20, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Civic Center Community Room 331

Working with clay is a fun, stress relieving activity for adults. No matter what you end up making, there is pride in creating something entirely from scratch with your hands. Learn a brand new skill or develop an existing skill with our expert instructor Connie Foss. Connie will guide you in creating anything you can imagine from a portrait of your pup to hand made gifts for your family. All skill levels are welcome, just bring a great attitude and be ready to have Fun with Clay! Ages 15 and up.

Shing Yi & Ba Gua

December 20, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Civic Center Activity Room (3rd Floor)

Similar to Tai Chi, Shing Yi is an internal martial art that focuses on the 5 elements for moving meditation (wood, fire, earth, metal and water) Each element represents a particular organ in the body. When done correctly the practicing of the 5 elements can refine one's body and mind. Students will learn the proper movements, alignment and learn to incorporate breathing with movements. For those interested the class will also teach Ba Gua which is another internal arts form. Ba Gau is also based on the principles of movement and stillness, opening and closing, expanding and contracting, rising and falling, crossing and turning. Through these slow even movements students will learn to balance the body and mind. First Class is Free!

Fun with Clay for Kids

December 20, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM @ Civic Center Community Room 331

Clay is one of the most effective art mediums for children to discover and develop their creative and learning skills. The process of working with this natural material to create a unique clay project supports personalized learning, sensory development, fine motor skills, self esteem, self expression, problem solving skills, discipline and pride in a child. In addition, clay has a well documented therapeutic quality that settles and calms children. Join us at the Civic Center and allow your child or teen to explore their creativity in a fun and friendly environment while learning a new skill. They will create hand built clay projects of their choosing and then finish those projects with paint.

Card Making Workshop

December 20, 2019, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM @ Prescott Valley Civic Center

Want to get creative in a friendly and fun environment while also learning a new skill? Join our Card Making Workshop for just that! Enjoy being with your friends (or meeting new ones) and unwinding as you get creative and see your finished craft project. During each class, you will be led by expert crafter and instructor Dolly Werner in creating beautiful, unique greeting cards perfect for Birthdays, Holidays, or just to send someone well wishes. You will leave every class with a beautiful set of 4 greeting cards for only $20 per class (that's less than most store bought cards) and there is nothing better than giving someone a card you made by hand. Whatever level of crafting skill set you possess, this class is for you! Ages 15 and up.

Shing Yi & Ba Gua

December 25, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Civic Center Activity Room (3rd Floor)

Similar to Tai Chi, Shing Yi is an internal martial art that focuses on the 5 elements for moving meditation (wood, fire, earth, metal and water) Each element represents a particular organ in the body. When done correctly the practicing of the 5 elements can refine one's body and mind. Students will learn the proper movements, alignment and learn to incorporate breathing with movements. For those interested the class will also teach Ba Gua which is another internal arts form. Ba Gau is also based on the principles of movement and stillness, opening and closing, expanding and contracting, rising and falling, crossing and turning. Through these slow even movements students will learn to balance the body and mind. First Class is Free!

Shing Yi & Ba Gua

December 27, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Civic Center Activity Room (3rd Floor)

Similar to Tai Chi, Shing Yi is an internal martial art that focuses on the 5 elements for moving meditation (wood, fire, earth, metal and water) Each element represents a particular organ in the body. When done correctly the practicing of the 5 elements can refine one's body and mind. Students will learn the proper movements, alignment and learn to incorporate breathing with movements. For those interested the class will also teach Ba Gua which is another internal arts form. Ba Gau is also based on the principles of movement and stillness, opening and closing, expanding and contracting, rising and falling, crossing and turning. Through these slow even movements students will learn to balance the body and mind. First Class is Free!

Town Council Meeting

December 12, 2019, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ Prescott Valley Library Auditorium - Council Chambers

Town Council Meeting

December 26, 2019, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ Prescott Valley Library Auditorium - Council Chambers