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The Emperor's New Clothes

Puppet Show by The Puppet Players
2026-08-31 10:15:00 2026-08-31 11:00:00 America/Denver The Emperor's New Clothes A trickster tailor finds a way to teach the Emperor that clothes are never as important as the folks around us. These puppets are made from household objects- lots of fun! Holladay - Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)

Monday, August 31
10:15am - 11:00am

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Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)

A trickster tailor finds a way to teach the Emperor that clothes are never as important as the folks around us. These puppets are made from household objects- lots of fun!

AGE GROUP: | Pre-K (ages 0 to 5 yrs) |

EVENT TYPE: | Performance |

TAGS: | puppet theater | puppet show |

Holladay
Phone: 801-943-4636
Branch manager
Trudy Jorgensen-Price
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Mon, Aug 03 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Aug 04 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Aug 05 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Aug 06 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Aug 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 09 Closed
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Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity!
Maker Monday - Sublimation Puzzle
Mon, Aug 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Create Space Room
Join us in the Create Space for a drop-in craft using Create Space equipment. Staff will be available to walk you through the make! All materials provided, while supplies last.
Scavenger Hunt - Camping - all week long
Tue, Aug 04, All day
Drop in and hunt for camping pictures in the Children's Library area. Find them all and win a small prize!
Staying Connected With Your Teen
Tue, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
FREE 5-Week workshop series to strengthen family bonds and improving communication.
Scavenger Hunt - Camping - all week long
Wed, Aug 05, All day
Drop in and hunt for camping pictures in the Children's Library area. Find them all and win a small prize!
Red Cross Blood Drive
Wed, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Give blood to help others. Schedule your appointment: redcrossblood.org or 1.800.RED.CROSS
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Wed, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Build a LEGO car and race it with other cars! All ages welcome, and children under the age of five must be accompanied by an adult.
Scavenger Hunt - Camping - all week long
Thu, Aug 06, All day
Drop in and hunt for camping pictures in the Children's Library area. Find them all and win a small prize!
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Thu, Aug 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Enjoy practicing your read-aloud skills with our sweet therapy dog, Harley! He's a gentle listener and loves the company of children. Sign up now!
Scavenger Hunt - Camping - all week long
Fri, Aug 07, All day
Drop in and hunt for camping pictures in the Children's Library area. Find them all and win a small prize!
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Take and make a tissue paper dinosaur suncatcher. While supplies last.
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Children accompanied by their caring adults interact or play solo as they imagine and explore with: toys, dress-up, puzzles, etc. Geared for toddlers and preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.
Scavenger Hunt - Camping - all week long
Sat, Aug 08, All day
Drop in and hunt for camping pictures in the Children's Library area. Find them all and win a small prize!
Storytime and Activity
Mon, Aug 10, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity!
Game Night - Drop in and play from 5-8 PM!
Mon, Aug 10, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Board game lovers of all ages are welcome to come play old favorites or learn fun new games! Derrek from Game Night Games will be supporting to make sure everyone has fun!
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Tue, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
FREE 5-Week workshop series to strengthen family bonds and improving communication.
Teen Time - Buttons
Thu, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Come start your school year with a bang! Show off your style and make some fancy flare pins for your backpack, locker and more! For teens and tweens (ages 11-18).
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Enjoy practicing your read-aloud skills with our sweet therapy dog, Harley! He's a gentle listener and loves the company of children. Sign up now!
Summer Wellness Series - Creative Expression
Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
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STEM Friday - Rock Exploration
Fri, Aug 14, 12:45pm - 2:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Join us for an exiting, interactive exploration of rocks and minerals! Plus crack open a geode for you to keep! For Teens and Tweens ages 11-18.
Knots & Thoughts - First and Third Saturdays
Sat, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Join us for dedicated craft time. You bring your craft, we provide space and friends. All skill levels welcome! Unwind, create, and connect through fiber arts! Watch for special projects periodically.
Storytime and Activity
Mon, Aug 17, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity!
Staying Connected With Your Teen
Tue, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
FREE 5-Week workshop series to strengthen family bonds and improving communication.
Crafterspace - Mini Canned Food
Tue, Aug 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Create Space Room
Join us in the Create Space for our adult monthly craft night. All materials provided. Registration required.
Teen Time - Beaded Suncatchers
Thu, Aug 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Come create a suncatcher for your window out of beads, wire and a prism charm (or two). For teens and tweens (ages 11-18).
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Thu, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Enjoy practicing your read-aloud skills with our sweet therapy dog, Harley! He's a gentle listener and loves the company of children. Sign up now!
Play and Learn - Little ones have fun exploring with imaginative play
Fri, Aug 21, 10:15am - 11:00am
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Storytime and Activity
Mon, Aug 24, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity!
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Tue, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
FREE 5-Week workshop series to strengthen family bonds and improving communication.
Letter Writing Social - Every 4th Wednesday
Wed, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
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Teen Time - Teen Trivia
Thu, Aug 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
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Thu, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Enjoy practicing your read-aloud skills with our sweet therapy dog, Harley! He's a gentle listener and loves the company of children. Sign up now!
STEM Friday - Balloon Cars
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Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
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Puzzle and Game Exchange - Ongoing
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Let someone else appreciate the puzzles or games you are finished with and take one that is new to you! Leave one, take one.
The Emperor's New Clothes - Puppet Show by The Puppet Players
Mon, Aug 31, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
A trickster tailor finds a way to teach the Emperor that clothes are never as important as the folks around us. These puppets are made from household objects- lots of fun!
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Dragon vs Wyvern Coloring Contest - Part of Mythology Month
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Come and choose a coloring sheet of either a dragon or wyvern to see which mythical creature wins!
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Tue, Sep 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
FREE 5-Week workshop series to strengthen family bonds and improving communication.
Library LEGO® Club - Brick building program
Wed, Sep 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
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Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity!
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Enjoy practicing your read-aloud skills with our sweet therapy dog, Harley! He's a gentle listener and loves the company of children. Sign up now!
Play and Learn - Little ones have fun exploring with imaginative play
Fri, Sep 04, 10:15am - 11:00am
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Holladay Storytime Room
Join us! We read a great variety of interesting books and love new members!
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Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
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Tufting Open House
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Holladay Create Space Room
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Teen Take & Make: Pompom Hedgehog
Thu, Sep 10, All day
Get everything you need to make an adorable little pompom hedgehog. Limited number of each kit available. While supplies last. For Tweens and Teens, ages 10-18.
Storytime and Activity
Thu, Sep 10, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity!
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Enjoy practicing your read-aloud skills with our sweet therapy dog, Harley! He's a gentle listener and loves the company of children. Sign up now!
Storytime and Activity
Mon, Sep 14, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity. New storytime schedule begins Thursday, 9/3, at 10:15!
Game Night - Drop in and play from 5-8 PM!
Mon, Sep 14, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Board game lovers of all ages are welcome to come play old favorites or learn fun new games! Derrek from Game Night Games will be supporting to make sure everyone has fun!
Take and Make -Kodama Terrarium - Part of Mythology Month
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Get everything you need to make a fun Kodama terrarium. Limited number of each kit available. While supplies last.
Crafterspace - Felt Snack Food
Tue, Sep 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Create Space Room
Join us in the Create Space for our adult monthly craft night. All materials provided. Registration required.
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Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Drop in each 3rd Wednesday of the month for active, hands-on discovery, social interaction and fun! Geared towards kids aged 6-9.
Storytime and Activity
Thu, Sep 17, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity!
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Enjoy practicing your read-aloud skills with our sweet therapy dog, Harley! He's a gentle listener and loves the company of children. Sign up now!
Play and Learn - Little ones have fun exploring with imaginative play
Fri, Sep 18, 10:15am - 11:00am
Children accompanied by their caring adults interact or play solo as they imagine and explore with: toys, dress-up, puzzles, etc. Geared for toddlers and preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.
Curiosity Lab: Sublimation Magnets
Fri, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
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Mythical Origami - Part of Mythology Month
Sat, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
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Tufting Open House
Sat, Sep 19, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Holladay Create Space Room
Visit our Create Space to learn about tufting and see a live demonstration.
Knots & Thoughts - First and Third Saturdays
Sat, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
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Storytime and Activity
Mon, Sep 21, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity. New storytime schedule begins Thursday, 9/3, at 10:15!
Letter Writing Social - Every 4th Wednesday
Wed, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Write letters, journal, and enjoy the company of others. Supplies and hot drinks provided!
Storytime and Activity
Thu, Sep 24, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity!
Teen Time: Perler Beads
Thu, Sep 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
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Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Enjoy practicing your read-aloud skills with our sweet therapy dog, Harley! He's a gentle listener and loves the company of children. Sign up now!
Storytime and Activity
Mon, Sep 28, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Children and their adults enjoy an interactive early literacy storytime. Stay afterward for an engaging activity. New storytime schedule begins Thursday, 9/3, at 10:15!
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Tue, Sep 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Create Space Room
Enjoy a cup of tea and make teeny tiny crafted versions of your favorite things at our adult craft night! All materials provided. Registration required.
Puzzle and Game Exchange - Ongoing
Wed, Sep 30, All day
Let someone else appreciate the puzzles or games you are finished with and take one that is new to you! Leave one, take one.
Make a Needle Felted Pendant!
Wed, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Make a needle felted pendant to take home. Come with an idea of what image you would like to represent with your needle felting - a simple object such as a mushroom or a tiny landscape.
Teen Time: Ghost in a Jar
Thu, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Make your own spooky ghost inside a jar! For tweens and teens ages 10-18.
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Study Room A (Capacity 6)
Enjoy practicing your read-aloud skills with our sweet therapy dog, Harley! He's a gentle listener and loves the company of children. Sign up now!
Play and Learn - Little ones have fun exploring with imaginative play
Fri, Oct 02, 10:15am - 11:00am
Children accompanied by their caring adults interact or play solo as they imagine and explore with: toys, dress-up, puzzles, etc. Geared for toddlers and preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.
Holladay Library Book Club
Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Holladay Storytime Room
Join us! We read a great variety of interesting books and love new members!
Knots & Thoughts - First and Third Saturdays
Sat, Oct 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Join us for dedicated craft time. You bring your craft, we provide space and friends. All skill levels welcome! Unwind, create, and connect through fiber arts! Watch for special projects periodically.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Wed, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Give blood to help others. Schedule your appointment: redcrossblood.org or 1.800.RED.CROSS
Library LEGO® Club - Brick building program
Wed, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Calling all LEGO® lovers! Build something from your imagination, or try the monthly theme! Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult.
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Study Room A (Capacity 6)
Enjoy practicing your read-aloud skills with our sweet therapy dog, Harley! He's a gentle listener and loves the company of children. Sign up now!
Game Night - Drop in and play from 5-8 PM!
Mon, Oct 12, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
Board game lovers of all ages are welcome to come play old favorites or learn fun new games! Derrek from Game Night Games will be supporting to make sure everyone has fun!
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Enjoy practicing your read-aloud skills with our sweet therapy dog, Harley! He's a gentle listener and loves the company of children. Sign up now!
Play and Learn - Little ones have fun exploring with imaginative play
Fri, Oct 16, 10:15am - 11:00am
Children accompanied by their caring adults interact or play solo as they imagine and explore with: toys, dress-up, puzzles, etc. Geared for toddlers and preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.
Knots & Thoughts - First and Third Saturdays
Sat, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holladay Meeting Room (Capacity 68)
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After School Crew
Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Drop in each 3rd Wednesday of the month for active, hands-on discovery, social interaction and fun! Geared towards kids aged 6-9.
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Thu, Oct 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Enjoy practicing your read-aloud skills with our sweet therapy dog, Harley! He's a gentle listener and loves the company of children. Sign up now!
Letter Writing Social - Every 4th Wednesday
Wed, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Write letters, journal, and enjoy the company of others. Supplies and hot drinks provided!
Teen Take & Make: Macrame Halloween Characters
Thu, Oct 29, All day
Create your favorite Halloween characters with Macramé! For tweens and teens ages 10-18.
Read with Harley - Harley, a certified therapy dog, will help you practice!
Thu, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holladay Storytime Room
Enjoy practicing your read-aloud skills with our sweet therapy dog, Harley! He's a gentle listener and loves the company of children. Sign up now!
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Fri, Oct 30, 10:15am - 11:00am
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