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Special Holiday Hours for YCFLD Branches

All Day 12/24 - 1/1

Yavapai County Free Library District

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Library/Organization: Yavapai County Free Library District

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Holiday Events

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Holiday Hours

All YCFLD branches will have adjusted hours in observance of the holidays.

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

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Time	Mon (12/01)	Tue (12/02)	Wed (12/03)	Thu (12/04)	Fri (12/05)	Sat (12/06)
9 am	Reservation Current Events 9:00am–11:00am This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting Weekly meeting to discuss current events and share views in a respectful manner. Reservation Paullene's Energy Yoga 9:15am–10:45am This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Dede Ewald Room Purpose of Meeting Energy Yoga includes tapping and slapping the body to increase movement of blood and energy through the body. Enjoy exercising your whole body by increasing flexibility through joint rotations and stretching.	Reservation Cottonwood Writers Connection 9:00am–11:00am This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting A place for writers to meet and critique each others works	Reservation Paullene's Energy Yoga 9:15am–10:45am This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Dede Ewald Room Purpose of Meeting Energy Yoga includes tapping and slapping the body to increase movement of blood and energy through the body. Enjoy exercising your whole body by increasing flexibility through joint rotations and stretching.		Reservation Hope Women's Center 9:30am–11:30am This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting Free life skills classes and resources (mentoring, counseling, material resources and community resource referrals) for any woman or teen girl.	Reservation Crucial Conversations Book Study Group 9:00am–10:00am This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting Join us as we read Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High. We’ll discuss each chapter together.
10 am	This event is in the "Families" group Caregiver Hangout 10:00am–11:00am Families This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: Families Program Type: Parenting & Early Childhood Education Event Details: Come meet other parents and chat while your children play. This is intended for caregivers and their children ages 0-5.	This event is in the "Preschoolers (0 to 4 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Tiny Tot Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Preschoolers (0 to 4 years), Families This event is in the "Preschoolers (0 to 4 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: Preschoolers (0 to 4 years), Families Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Geared toward children ages 0-5. Come enjoy music, finger plays, dancing, a book, and cooperative play. This is a great program for little children and their caregiver. Tuesdays 10-11am.	Reservation Book Club 10:00am–12:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting Bi-Monthly meet-up of an informal fun group that meets to discuss books of the member's choosing which are selected twice per year. Come join us, you are welcome.	This event is in the "Preschoolers (0 to 4 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 8 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Pre-School Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Preschoolers (0 to 4 years), Children (5 to 8 years), Families This event is in the "Preschoolers (0 to 4 years)" group This event is in the "Children (5 to 8 years)" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: Preschoolers (0 to 4 years), Children (5 to 8 years), Families Program Type: Art & Crafts, Storytimes Event Details: Geared toward children ages 0-5. Come enjoy music, dancing, a book, and a craft. This program is for children and their caregiver. Thursdays 10-11am.	Reservation Close Knit Friends 10:00am–12:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Dede Ewald Room Purpose of Meeting A weekly meeting of hand crafting enthusiasts. Bring your project and your supplies and enjoy the togetherness!	This event is in the "Families" group Family Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Families This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: Families Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Families and children of all ages are welcome to join us for a storytime. We’ll have fun in an interactive environment, hear a story, learn early literacy skills, play, sing and dance. Saturdays 10-10:30am. Reservation Art Therapy and Tattoos, Scars and Burns: the importance of marks, symbols and the freedom of their evolution then, now and forevermore 10:30am–11:30am 10:30am–11:30am This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting Explore the role of signs and symbols in our day to day lives and as they relate to body markings.
11 am			Reservation Tai Chi 11:15am–12:15pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Dede Ewald Room Purpose of Meeting Tai Chi for everyone	Reservation Watercolor Critique 11:00am–1:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting Bring in your watercolor pieces for gentle peer to peer critique.	This event is in the "Adults" group Silent Book Club offsite at Neighborhood Coffee Shop 11:00am–12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Meetings & Clubs Event Details: Silent Book Club @ Neighborhood Coffee Shop 📚☕ Hosted by Cottonwood Public Library
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1 pm	Reservation Women's Creative Writing Group 1:00pm–3:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting Women’s Writing Group meets weekly to review each other’s work.	Reservation Tai Chi 1:00pm–2:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Dede Ewald Room Purpose of Meeting Tai Chi for everyone Reservation An Introduction to The Work 1:00pm–2:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting An introduction to our new 2026 group "Loving what is : The work of Byron Katie". Learn about The Work and how the group is right for you	Reservation Alzheimer's Association Caregiver Support Group 1:00pm–2:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Dede Ewald Room Purpose of Meeting Support Group for people caring for those with Alzheimer's or dementia. Call 928-771-9257 for more information. This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 11 years)" group Tween Club: Cookies and Chatting 1:15pm–2:00pm Tweens (9 to 11 years) This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 11 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: Tweens (9 to 11 years) Program Type: Amusement Activities Event Details: Children ages 8 and up can join us for a fun activity. Changes weekly. Wednesdays from 1:15-2 pm. Today we will be eating cookies and chatting.		This event is in the "Children (5 to 8 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 11 years)" group Paws to Read 1:00pm–2:00pm Children (5 to 8 years), Tweens (9 to 11 years) This event is in the "Children (5 to 8 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 11 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: Children (5 to 8 years), Tweens (9 to 11 years) Program Type: Special Events Event Details: Children 6 and up can sign up to read to a therapy dog. This helps build confidence in reading. Registration required. Fridays 1:00-2:00pm. Reservation Adventures in Drawing - Drawing Class 1:00pm–3:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Dede Ewald Room Purpose of Meeting A lively weekly drawing class that blends learning, play, and creative discovery in a supportive, welcoming space.
2 pm			This event is in the "Children (5 to 8 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 11 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (12 to 18 years)" group Cookies and Coloring 2:30pm–3:15pm Children (5 to 8 years), Tweens (9 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years) This event is in the "Children (5 to 8 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 11 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (12 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: Children (5 to 8 years), Tweens (9 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years) Program Type: Amusement Activities, Art & Crafts Event Details: Children of all ages join us for cookies and Coloring. Wednesday, December 3rd from Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.	Reservation A Course in Miracles 2:00pm–4:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting Discussion group that explores the ideas from A Course in Miracles in a relaxed group setting. No experience needed, just bring your curiosity. Everyone is welcome to join the conversation.
3 pm			Reservation Women of the Word Inductive Bible Study 3:00pm–4:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting Women gather to study the Bible chapter by chapter and verse by verse, letting Scripture interpret Scripture.	This event is in the "Children (5 to 8 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 11 years)" group Paws to Read 3:30pm–4:30pm Children (5 to 8 years), Tweens (9 to 11 years) This event is in the "Children (5 to 8 years)" group This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 11 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: Children (5 to 8 years), Tweens (9 to 11 years) Program Type: Special Events Event Details: Children 6 and up can sign up to read to a therapy dog. This helps build confidence in reading. Registration required. Thursdays 3:30-4:30 pm.	This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Family Craft 3:30pm–4:30pm Families, All Ages This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: Families, All Ages Program Type: Art & Crafts Event Details: Children of all ages and their caregivers are invited to come listen to a book and do a related craft. Fridays 3:30-4:30pm.
4 pm			This event is in the "Teens (12 to 18 years)" group Cookies and Complaining- Teens 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens (12 to 18 years) This event is in the "Teens (12 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years) Program Type: Amusement Activities Event Details: Eat cookies and complain! Ages 13-18. First Wednesday of each month from 4-5pm. Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Reservation Astronomers of Verde Valley 4:00pm–5:45pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Dede Ewald Room Purpose of Meeting Monthly meeting to discuss aspects of astronomy.		This event is in the "Teens (12 to 18 years)" group Teen Holiday Cards 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens (12 to 18 years) This event is in the "Teens (12 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years) Program Type: Amusement Activities, Art & Crafts Event Details: Teens ages 13-18 can join us to make holiday cards for friends and family. Bring your friends and get creative!
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6 pm	This event is in the "College-Aged" group This event is in the "Adults" group ESL Class/Clase de ESL 6:00pm–7:30pm College-Aged, Adults This event is in the "College-Aged" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: College-Aged, Adults Program Type: Jobs & Education, Self-Help & Support Groups Event Details: The Cottonwood Public Library is now offering ESL classes every Monday. The classes start at 6pm and end at 7:30pm, and are held at the Cottonwood Recreation Center, 150 S. 6^th St.

Week Calendar

Featured Events

Holiday Hours

All YCFLD branches will have adjusted hours in observance of the holidays.

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

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