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Tots Story and Skate
What: Skating theme events for tots in conjunction with the book read at local library story hours
When: Thursdays through Dec. 19
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Time: 12:30 to 1:15 p.m.
Where: Eagle Pool and Ice Rink
Details: For kids ages 3 to 5. Costs is $60 for the entire session or $12 for drop-in (includes skate rental). Call 970-328-5277 for information.
Explorers Club
What: Hands-on science club for kids in grades 3-5
When: Thursday, Nov. 14
Time: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Eagle Public Library
Open Audition
What: Porchlight Players is holding open auditions for this winter’s musical, “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels”
When: Thursday, Nov. 14 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 17 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Where: Lower level, Alpine Bank building in Eagle.
Details: Roles include male and female, principle and ensemble parts, all ages (no children’s roles). Be prepared to read from the script and sing a song of your choice. A CD player will be available if you have orchestration for your song (sorry, no live piano.) If you can’t make either audition date and would like to set up an alternate date to audition, contact Ann at ann.olin@porchlightplayers.com. To read about the show, visit http://www.porchlightplayers.com and click on “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels” tab. Show dates are Feb. 7-9 and 13-15, at the Brush Creek Pavilion in Eagle Ranch (Eagle).
Kidz Night Out
What: Kids in kindergarten through fifth grade can enjoy various activities that may include the anti-gravity center, gymnastics, rock climbing, video games, sports and more.
When: Friday, Nov. 15
Time: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Western Eagle County Metropolitan Recreation District Field House at Edwards
Details: Cost is $20 and includes pizza, drink and supervision.
Holiday Bazaar
What: Christmas crafts and the Eagle Community United Methodist Church Women’s famed chicken noodle soup
When: Saturday, Nov. 16
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Brush Creek Pavilion
Movie and discussion
What: Free showing of “Spanglish” for adults with discussion to follow.
When: Sunday, Nov. 17
Time: 1 p.m.
Where: Eagle Public Library
Details: Discussion led by Jay Wallace and refreshments are planned.
Sew a Stocking
What: Opportunity to sew a stocking for a local teen in need in preparation for the holiday season
When: Tuesday, Nov. 19
Time: 3 to 5 p.m.
Where: Gypsum Public Library
Details: Stockings will be decorated by teens, filled with items for teens in need and delivered to the Salvation Army in time for the holidays. Participants are asked to bring teen-friendly stocking stuffers for donation.
Winter Market and Holiday Fair
What: The popular downvalley Christmas fair returns
When: Friday, Nov. 22, from 4 to 8 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 23 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Eagle River Center at the Eagle County Fairgrounds
Details: Pet pictures with Santa, holiday music and children’s activities round out a day of shopping for unique gifts for the entire family. Admission is free.
Battle for the Bird
What: Three-on-three hockey tournament with divisions for Squirt (ages 9-10), Pee-Wee (ages 11-12) and Bantam (ages 13-14) players
When: Friday and Saturday, Nov. 29 & 30
Time: Play begins at 8 a.m. and will be determined by the number of teams that participate
Where: Eagle Pool and Ice Rink
Details: Cost is $100 per team, with a five-person maximum. Register at http://www.wecmrd.org.
Ice Princess Party
What: Ice skating party for girls ages 5 and older
When: Sunday, Dec. 1
Time: 2:30 to 4 p.m.
Where: Eagle Pool and Ice Rink
Details: Dress up as a princess and skate and twirl on ice to princess music and lights with friends. Enjoy magical snacks and make a special tree ornament to take home. Cost is $12 and includes skate rental. Call 970-328-5277 for additional information.
Christmas on Broadway
What: Downtown Eagle holiday celebration with nighttime parade
When: Saturday, Dec. 7
Time: Festivities begin at 3:30 p.m.
Details: Activities will include shop decoration contest voting, homemade chicken noodle soup booth, live entertainment and a bonfire at Eagle Town Park.
Winter Extravaganza
What: Holiday ice skating party for all ages
When: Sunday, Dec. 15
Time: 1 to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Eagle Pool and Ice Rink
Details: Skate Club Vail will perform and costumed skaters will join participants on the ice. The whole family is welcome to free hot chocolate and everyone can decorate a sweet treat. Santa will be on hand for photos. Cost is $5 per person and all ages are welcome. Call 970-328-5277 for information.
Art Display
What: Soliciting local artists interested in displaying their work
Where: Gypsum Public Library
Details: Call 524-5080 for more information.