Yuma County Library events: week of December 16
YUMA, Ariz. (KSWT/KYMA/KECY)
YPG Overview
On Wednesday, December 18th, Mark Schauer, Public Affairs Specialist/Editor for the Yuma Proving Ground, will present “Yuma Proving Ground: an Overview” at 3:00 p.m. at the Main Library. Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) is a United States Army proving ground and one of the largest military installations in the world. It is a subordinate command of the Army Test and Evaluation Command. Learn more about the role YPG plays in artillery testing. There is no charge to attend.
Mark Schauer has served as Public Affairs Specialist at the US Army Yuma Proving Ground since May 2008. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences (Liberal Studies, Public Agency Service/History) in 2009, and a Master’s Degree in English in 2012 from Northern Arizona University.
The Main Library is located at 2951 S 21st Drive. For more information, call (928) 782-1871.
North Pole Craft
On Wednesday, December 18th, families are invited to the San Luis Library at 4:30 p.m. for a North Pole-inspired craft! Make a Christmas tree and Santa Claus out of cut paper, and decorate them with supplies provided by the library. There is no charge to attend.
The San Luis Library is located at 1075 N 6th Avenue. For more information, call (928) 627-8344.
Holiday Extravaganza
On Saturday, December 21st, families are invited to the Heritage Library at 1:00 p.m. for a Holiday Extravaganza! Celebrate the spirit of the holidays with crafts, games, and activities for all ages. There is no charge to attend.
The Heritage Library is located at 350 S Third Avenue. For more information, call (928) 783-5415.
