'Tis the season for jack-o-lanterns, black cats and cauldrons. Our libraries are preparing for Halloween (Saturday, October 31) with special displays and decorations.
We also have many great events this spooky season starting well before All Hallows Eve.
- Campbell teens 13-19 can catch a Freaky Friday Flick on Fridays October 16, 23 and 30 from 4-5:45. Snacks and drinks provided!
- Campbell is also screening the 1982 horror classic Poltergeist on Halloween from 3:30-5:30 for those who enjoy a good scare.
- Saratoga Library is hosting the Fratello Marionettes Halloween variety show for kids and families on Monday, October 19.
- Milpitas Library invites teens and adults to test their knowledge at a Halloween Trivia Contest on Friday, October 30 from 4:30-6 PM. Win a prize!
- Milpitas is inviting little ones to dress up in costume at the Itty-Bitty Halloween S'Booktacular (for ages 0-6) on Wednesday, October 28 from 10:30 AM to 12 PM
- Los Altos Library has a Teen Puzzle Rally and Costume Contest on Halloween from 3 to 5 PM with prizes for the best teams.
- Gilroy Library has a Trick-or-Treat at the Library event on Halloween from 4 to 5:45 PM. Bring a costume. They have candy.
- There are also craft events and so much more Halloween fun planned at many library locations. Register for those and arrive early as they tend to fill up. Full list of events.
Our 24/7 Online Library has plenty of content for you to get in the spooky spirit, including Kanopy's Crypt Collection of scary movies. Kanopy Kids has a Halloween Stories and Videos selection. Hoopla's October Movie Club offer a number of horror films. There's also a Halloween for Kids collection. Our Music & Movies group has a list of suggested tunes and flicks that you will love.
Looking for a great read? Our Mystery group has a list of titles that are sure to make you shiver. We also have recommendations for Science Fiction and Fantasy lovers. More treats await in the realms of Pets & Animals (Snakes!) and Home and Garden, which shares tips about how to spookify your home.
Hoping you have a memorable Spooky Season and Halloween, which this year falls on a Saturday. Looking forward to seeing all the great costumes!
