Holiday Food Drive
Only at the Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
Happy holidays, Vallejo community! We are doing a food drive for the upcoming holidays and accepting donations through Saturday, December 21, 2024.
There is a recommended shopping list that, if followed, will provide a full meal bag or dessert bag to your fellow community members.
Recommended Shopping List= 1 Meal Bag

• Canned chicken or turkey
• Canned or packaged gravy
• Canned vegetables
• Boxed stuffing
• Instant mashed potatoes

Recommended Shopping List= 1 Dessert Bag

• Canned apple or cherry pie filling
• Box of granola bars

Donations will be assembled into bags and distributed at the library on Tuesday, November 26, and Monday, December 23.

Holiday Zip Line Challenge
Tuesday, December 3-12, All Day
Vallejo Springstowne Library
Check out this holiday season’s STEM challenge. Drop in and help Mr. Gingerbread escape the mob and make it home safely down the mountain. Construct a carrier to go down the zip line safely. Materials will be provided.

Holiday Wreath Making Workshop for Teens
Tuesday, December 3, 4PM-5:30PM
Fairfield Civic Center Library
Learn how to create a beautiful holiday wreath using unique materials. Materials supplied. Please register. 

1st Tuesday Kanopy Film Club: 2 Shorts Films About African-American Cultural Contributions
Tuesday, December 3, 6:05PM-7:45PM
Fairfield Civic Center Library
AMERICAN SANTA: Delves into the seldom-seen world of Black Santas in America, presenting a narrative that is as heartwarming as it is eye-opening. THE HARD RIDE: An intimate look at black cowboys.

Holiday Painting
Wednesday, December 4, 2PM-3:30PM
Vallejo Springstowne Library
It’s time for painting! Paint at your own pace, socialize, and snack with friends and family. There will be a selection of paint-your-own-canvas-kits to choose from.
Thanks to a generous donation from the Friends of the Vallejo Libraries, paint-your-own-canvas-kits will be provided free of charge.

The King Sings Holiday Classics
Thursday, December 5, 6PM-7PM
Fairfield Civic Center Library
Award-winning Elvis Tribute Artist, Lloyd Aron Douglas, returns to the Fairfield Civic Center Library for another electrifying performance; this time with a festive twist! Ring in the holidays with beloved classics sung in the singular style and spirit of the King of Rock and Roll! You won’t be feeling “blue” this season while you’re under the spell of “Elvis’s” dulcet tones!

Filipino Parol Lantern Workshop
Saturday, December 7, 10:30AM-12PM
It’s the most wonderful time of the year!
Parols are star-shaped, hand-crafted paper lanterns that have been popularized in the Philippines in celebration of the holidays.
Ages 7 to adult. Anyone aged 7-12 must be accompanied by an adult.
**To ensure safety due to tripping hazards and hot glue guns, we kindly ask that children under 7 not attend. Thank you!
Registration is required. One parol per group registration. Adult assistance for the craft is required (parol will be ~14 inches in diameter).

Wrapping Paper Exchange
Monday, December 9 & 16, 3PM-4PM
Dixon Library
How many times do you over-purchase multi-packs of wrapping paper when they go on clearance, just to end up wanting something different for your holiday gifts the next year? The Dixon Library would like to offer an outlet for exchange of gift-wrapping supplies! Bring your new or lightly used wrapping paper rolls in and exchange with a neighbor – you never know what you’ll find! We will also accept gift boxes, bows, and ribbons for exchange. Join us from 3p – 4pm on Monday, December 9th, or Monday, December 16th.

Winter Crafts for Children
Tuesday, December 10, 3:30PM-4:30PM
Ulatis Community Center
Winter themed crafts for kids at the Ulatis Community Center.

Holiday Cookie Decorating
Wednesday, December 11, 2PM-3:30PM
Vallejo Springstowne Library
Learn how to decorate holiday themed cookies. Registration required. Recommended for ages 9 & up. Join the waitlist. 

Afternoon Adventures: Holiday Charms
Wednesday, December 11, 2PM-4PM
Rio Vista Library
This week is a craft activity for kids where they can customize stylish charms. These charms are holiday themed and are sure to attract attention to your backpack!

Snowy Snacks
Wednesday, December 11, 3PM-4PM
Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
Let’s welcome Winter and the chilly temperatures with Marshmallow Snowmen! Please register.

The Nightmare Before Christmas Film Screening
Wednesday, December 11, 3:30PM-5PM
Fairfield Civic Center Library
Come watch this classic stop-motion animated film! Jack Skellington, king of Halloween Town, discovers Christmas Town, but his attempts to bring Christmas to his home causes confusion. Treats will be provided.

Read to a Dog: Holiday Edition
Thursday, December 12, 4PM-5PM
Fairfield Civic Center Library
Kids will be able to read to Santa and his doggie helpers during this special holiday edition of Read to a Dog. Children will also be able to write and receive a letter from Santa courtesy of Legendary Letters.

2nd Saturdays: Drop-In Holiday Cards & Crafts: For Kids & Tweens
Saturday, December 14, 10:30AM-11:30AM
Drop-in to make a holiday card, envelope or gift tag and celebrate the December Holidays!
All craft materials will be provided.

Winter Holiday Festival
Tuesday, December 17, 5:30PM-7:30PM
Suisun City Library
Kids can make crafts celebrating Christmas, Kwanzaa, and Hanukkah (while supplies last). Santa will be visiting from 5:30-6:30pm and parents can take pictures with their own cameras if desired.

Afternoon Adventures: Gingerbread House
Thursday, December 19, 3:30PM-5PM
Suisun City Library
Get ready to mix delicious fun with engineering! Join us for a fun-filled gingerbread house making session that’s sure to be delightfully messy.

Holiday Hula with Hale Hua o’na Pua
Saturday, December 21, 11AM-12PM
Join Hale Hua o’na Pua for holiday celebration full of music, dance, and a special treat!

Stuffy Sleepover Storytime
Saturday, December 21, 1PM-2PM
Fairfield Civic Center Library
Join us for a cozy winter storytime! Dress in your comfy clothes and bring a stuffed toy with you. We will have a special winter story time with hot chocolate and treats for the family. After story time you can leave your stuffy for a stuffed toy sleepover at the library! The following day you can pick up your stuffy and find out what library activities and fun they got into!

December Cultural Celebrations: Poetry Celebration of all December Holidays and Open Mic
Saturday, December 21, 1PM-3PM
Introducing the next Fairfield Poet Laureate Michael J. Wyly!
Bring a poem you have written or a favorite poet, or just come listen. All are welcome!