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Holiday Break
What: Eagle County Schools students holiday break
When: Friday, Dec. 19 through Monday, Jan. 6
Details: The first semester for the 2014-15 term concludes Thursday, Dec. 18
Teen Holiday Party
What: Eagle Public Library will host a holiday party for its young adult readers.
When: Thursday, Dec. 18
Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Details: Activities will include holiday crafts, games and goodies.
I-70 wildlife migration presentation
What: The Eagle Valley Land Trust in partnership with ECO-resolutions will present a study on wildlife habitat connectivity and migration routes across Interstate 70.
When: Friday, Dec. 19
Time: 1 p.m.
Where: Eagle County Building, 500 Broadway
Details: Julia Kintsch from ECO-resolutions will discuss efforts to improve connectivity across I-70, including the results of a 2011 study which identified zones where highway mitigation would offer the greatest benefits for wildlife movement north and south of the interstate. Her talk will focus on priority areas identified in Eagle County and how they could tie into county land use planning and management. For more information, contact Environmental Policy Planner Adam Palmer at 970-328-8734 or adam.palmer@eaglecounty.us.
School’s OUt Movie
What: Free showing of “Home Alone”
When: Friday, Dec. 19
Time: 2 p.m.
Where: Eagle Public Library
Details: Free snacks provided. Call 970-328-8800 for more information.
Stories with Santa
What: Enjoy classic holiday stories and a visit from Santa
When: Sunday, Dec. 21
Time: 1 p.m.
Where: Eagle Public Library
Movie Matinee
What: Free showing of “Prancer” for elementary age students
When: Tuesday, Dec. 30
Time: 2 p.m.
Where: Gypsum Public Library
DOWNTON ABBEY PREMIERE PARTY
What: Downton fans can gather for a pre-premiere party.
When: Saturday, Jan. 3
Time: 1 p.m.
Where: Eagle Public Library
Details: Participants will watch the final episode from Season 4, followed by refreshments, Downton trivia, a jigsaw puzzle and board game. For more information, call Robyn or Anne L. at 328-8800.
Twelfth Night Tree Bonfire
What: The Eagle Valley Lions Club hosts this traditional Christmas tree bonfire party.
When: Tuesday, Jan. 6
Time: 6 p.m.
Where: Eagle Town Park
Details: Hot chocolate provided. Please bring your old Christmas tree to the south side of the Town Park at 6th and Wall streets before 6 p.m. on Jan. 6 .
Art Display
What: Soliciting local artists interested in displaying their work.
Where: Gypsum Public Library