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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 (12/15)	Tue (12/16)	Wed (12/17)	Thu (12/18)	Fri (12/19)	Sat (12/20)
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 Support Group for the Aging Population 10:30am–12:00pm 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 the aging population	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- Zumbini 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 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 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. This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 11 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (12 to 18 years)" group Coding Club 10:00am–11:00am Tweens (9 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years) This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 11 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (12 to 18 years)" group Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: Tweens (9 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years) Program Type: Computers & Technology Training Event Details: Kids ages 8-17 can come learn to code using Scratch. Every third Saturday 10-11 am.
11 am	Reservation Hope Women's Center Holiday Boutique 11:00am–3:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Dede Ewald Room Purpose of Meeting Hope Women's Center Holiday Boutique. Allows program participants an opportunity to spend credits they have earned to purchase holiday gifts and wrap them.		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
12 pm
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 Catholic Charities & Nation’s Finest Outreach 1:00pm–2:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting Representatives from Catholic Charities and Nation’s Finest will be available to connect community members with resources and services. 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 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: Winter Canvas 1:15pm–2:00pm Tweens (9 to 11 years) This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 11 years)" group Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: Tweens (9 to 11 years) Program Type: Amusement Activities, Art & Crafts 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 making winter canvases.		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 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 "Tweens (9 to 11 years)" group Tween Micro:bits 2:30pm–3:30pm Tweens (9 to 11 years) This event is in the "Tweens (9 to 11 years)" group Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: Tweens (9 to 11 years) Program Type: Amusement Activities Event Details: Kids can learn fun and easy coding projects on our Micro:bits. Tween 8-12: Wednesday, December 17th from 2:30-3:30pm	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		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 All Ages Chess 3:00pm–4:00pm 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: Games & Hobbies Event Details: Kids of all ages can join us for a friendly game of chess. All skill levels welcome. Tuesday, December 16th from 3-4 pm. Reservation Lecture: Common Law and the Rights of Man 3:00pm–5:45pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Dede Ewald Room Purpose of Meeting Local author of upcoming book "Common Law and the Rights of Man", Larry Wolfe, will offer a dialog to learn about who we are under common law and how to assert our rights.	Reservation Grief support group 3:00pm–4:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Dede Ewald Room Purpose of Meeting A supportive space for anyone experiencing loss. Participants are welcome to share, listen, and connect with others who are navigating grief. The group provides comfort, understanding, and encouragement during difficult times. 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 "Teens (12 to 18 years)" group Teen Winter Canvas 3:30pm–4:30pm Teens (12 to 18 years) This event is in the "Teens (12 to 18 years)" group 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 for a fun canvas craft all supplies are provided. Wednesday, December 17th from 3:30-4:30 pm	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 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 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			Reservation Sisterhood Connection Foundation 4:45pm–5:45pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Dede Ewald Room Purpose of Meeting Sisterhood Foundation Board Meeting	This event is in the "Teens (12 to 18 years)" group Zumbini 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens (12 to 18 years) This event is in the "Teens (12 to 18 years)" group Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years) Program Type: Amusement Activities Event Details: This program uses the power of music and movement to promote cognitive, social, emotional, and motor skill development for children age 0-5 and their caregivers. Thursday, December 18th from 4-5pm.	This event is in the "Teens (12 to 18 years)" group Teen VR 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens (12 to 18 years) This event is in the "Teens (12 to 18 years)" group Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years) Program Type: Amusement Activities, Games & Hobbies Event Details: Teens ages 13-18 take turns playing with our VR headsets! Friday, December 19th from
5 pm
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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