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December 2025

Announcements

  • Plan ahead for library hours this month! The library will be taking a break on December 24, 25, and 31 & January 1!


  • New: electronic waivers are here! They’re quick, easy, and paper-free, so you can check in to programs with zero hassle and get right to the good stuff. Planning to attend Zumba, yoga, or any other movement class or event? Get a head start and complete yours here!

New This Month!

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Gardens for Humanity: Earthscapes Art Club – Registration Required

Tuesdays, December 2, 9, and 16 

3:15 – 4:45 pm 


Kids can explore science, nature, and art all at once through hands-on projects like star maps, sun prints, and nature poetry. Guided by an expert environmental educator, this after-school club blends creativity with discovery. More Info

Future Leaders Exchange Program: Turkmenistan and Ukraine 

Saturday, December 6 

10:00 – 11:00 am 


Give your child a window into the world through presentations on Ukraine and Turkmenistan, led by international exchange students. A great way to build global awareness and cultural understanding. More Info

Family Zumba with Sara Woolsey 

Friday, December 12 

3:30 – 4:15 pm  


Get down and boogie while working out your growing bodies! This is for the whole family as well so grab your parents and grandparents and see if they can keep up!  More Info

Scholars and Syrup 

Friday, December 12 

5:00 – 7:30 pm 


Teens can take a break from finals stress with pancakes, snacks, games, and downtime at the library. A relaxed, safe space to recharge with friends during a busy season. More Info

Gingerbread House Decorating 

Wednesday, December 17 

3:00 – 4:30 pm


All supplies are provided for kids and teens to create their own gingerbread masterpieces. A festive way to spark creativity and celebrate the season. Registration required; space is limited. More Info

Ongoing Fun for Little Ones

Yoga for Kids

Saturday, Dec. 13 and 20

10:15 – 11:00 am 


Toddler Play N’ Learn

Mondays, Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29

10:00 am – 12:00 pm 

*Special guest on Dec. 22 – Llama 

*Special guest on Dec. 8 & 15 – Maria from Sacred Eagle Art Camp 



Story Time in the Village

Tuesdays, Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30

10:30 am *VOC location


Story Time in the Park

Wednesdays, Dec. 3, 10, and 17

10:00 am


Music Morning with Annette

Thursday, Dec. 4

10:30 am 


Battle of the Boards – Chess Club

Thursdays, Dec. 4, 11, and 18

4:00 – 5:30 pm


Music and Movement with Harta

Fridays, Dec. 19 and 26

10:15 am *VOC location

Pokémon Young Masters

Friday, Dec. 19

3:00 – 4:30 pm 


Paws to Read

Wednesday, Dec. 10

12:00 pm


Cartooning with the Janimal

Wednesday, Dec. 10

3:30 pm


Red Rock Drumming with Harta

Thursdays, Dec. 18

10:30 am


Lego Club

Tuesday, Dec. 9

3:00 pm


Music with Gioia

Thursday, Dec. 11

10:30 am


Crafternoon with Meghan Gula 

Monday, Dec. 15 

3:15 – 4:15 pm 


Tiny Tunes and Wiggles with Kimberly 

Fridays, Dec. 5 and 12 

10:15 am *VOC location

Just for Tweens & Teens

Ages 10 17

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Jordan's Book Pick 



City of Echoes by Judy I. Lin 


For fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra, such as myself, delve into this new series set in the Earth Kingdom capital of Ba Sing Se. Jin, a refugee of a fire nation raid, knows better than to listen to the citizens who state that there is no war outside of the walls. She knows also to forego spreading the truth and focus on survival. However, the coercion of her best friend to work off family debts in the Upper Ring leads Jin to investigate the city’s criminal underworld and help unravel a deep conspiracy that might bring the war to her doorstep. 

Cooking with Kimberly: Holiday Cookies (Registration Required) 

Friday, Dec. 5 

3:30 – 5:00 pm 

More Info


Teen Hike – Jail Trail in Cottonwood (Registration Required)

Saturday, Dec. 13

11:00 am – 1:00 pm 

More Info

Midweek Hangout: End of Fall Special!

Wednesday, Dec. 10

2:00 – 4:30 pm 

More Info


Note: Spells in the Stacks (Dungeons & Dragons) scheduled for December 3 is canceled.

Powered By Community. Made Possible by YOU!

If Get Loud taught us anything this year, it’s this: Sedona shows up for its library.


Last year, 1,000 people filled the plaza for our first Get Loud.

This year, more than 1,500 of your neighbors, families, artists, musicians, and lifelong learners came together to celebrate what we all cherish—a community-powered library that belongs to everyone.


2025 has been a remarkable year at the library, shaped by the energy, generosity, and commitment of the community. Together, we’ve already raised $975,000 for Take Part, Make Your Mark, bringing us closer to transforming a 30-year-old building into a modern, welcoming space designed for the people who use it every day.


Three year renovation goals are one thing. Day-to-day operations are another. While the building renovation will shape our future, it is donations towards operational support that help keep our library up and running every single day.


As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit built by locals, this library continues to rely on the people who care about it to help shape what comes next. With Giving Tuesday happening tomorrow, December 2, this is a powerful moment for all of us to continue strengthening the library created by and for our community!

Out and About: Local Happenings

Get ready for a season full of local cheer! Kick things off with A Christmas Carol performed by Red Rock High School on December 4 and 5 from 6:00 to 7:00 pm — a heartwarming classic brought to life on stage.


On Saturday, December 6, enjoy Breakfast with Santa from 8:00 to 10:00 am, with a special sensory-friendly session from 7:30 to 7:55.


After that, head to Cottonwood for the Stationary Christmas Parade from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm for floats, fun, and holiday spirit.


Don’t miss the Community Craft Fair on December 13 and 14 for handmade gifts and seasonal treasures. Then wrap it all up with a magical performance of The Nutcracker by the Sedona Dance Academy on December 20 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm — the perfect way to celebrate the holidays in style!

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