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Art in the Afternoon
What: Free arts and crafts for elementary-age kids, snacks provided
When: Thursday, Oct. 17
Support Local Journalism
Time: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Eagle Public Library
Details: For more information, call 970-328-8800.
Business after Hours
What: Eagle Chamber of Commerce mixer
When: Thursday, Oct. 17
Time: 5 to 7 p.m.
Where: Grand Avenue Grill
Details: Sample the restaurant’s famed salmon and chips. Raffle prizes planned. All are welcome.
Poetry group
What: Share original poetry, poems by others or just come to listen
When: Friday, Oct. 18
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Where: Eagle Public Library
Haunted Barn
What: Haunted house fund-raiser for the Eagle Valley Middle School football team
When: Saturday, Oct. 19 from 7 to 9 p.m.
Saturday Oct. 26 from 7 to 9 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Brush Creek Park main barn
Details: Cost is $4 per person.
Colorado High School Mountain Bike Championship
What: The Haymaker Classic, culminating race for the Colorado High School Cycling League
When: Sunday, Oct. 20
Time: Races and events throughout the day
Where: The races will be contested on the new Haymaker trail east of the Eagle Pool and Ice Rink.
Details: For additional information about the league and this championship race, visit http://www.coloradomtb.org.
School Holiday Movie matinée
What: Free showing of “Hotel Transylvania” for school age kids
When: Monday, Oct. 21
Time: 2 p.m.
Where: Eagle Public Library
Explorers Club
What: Hands-on science club for kids in grades 3-5
When: Thursday, Oct. 24
Time: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Eagle Public Library
Kidz Night Out
What: Kids in kindergarten through fifth grade can enjoy various activities which may include the anti-gravity center, gymnastics, rock climbing, video games, sports and more.
When: Friday, Oct. 25
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.
Ghost Stories
What: Classic scary tales for all ages (with parental guidance suggested)
When: Wednesday, Oct. 30
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Eagle Public Library
Details: Kid can bring a blanket or favorite stuffed animal to snuggle.
Local Author Event
What: Presentation and book signing by local author Kathy Heicher
When: Thursday, Nov. 7
Time: 6 p.m.
Where: Eagle Public Library
Details: Heicher will share stories from her book “Eagle County Characters: Historic Tales of a Colorado Mountain Valley.” Books will be available for purchase.
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.
Art Display
What: Soliciting local artists interested in displaying their work
Where: Gypsum Public Library
Details: Call 524-5080 for more information.