Thursday, October 17
Preschool Prodigies, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages four/five: Listen to stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, play learning games, and make hands-on crafts at this preschool storytime that focuses on the alphabet. Register.
STEAM Kids – Creature Feature, from 6 – 7 p.m., Grades K/second: Bats, spiders, and bugs, Oh My! These creepy crawlies are enough to get under anyone’s skin. Join us for some creepy crawly science as we make our own creature feature. Register.
Knot Just for Knitters, from 6 – 7:30 p.m., ages 11/adult: Join us to socialize, while working on knitting, crocheting, or any other type of needlework project. Drop in.
Trivia Night at Evil Horse, 1338 Main Street, from 7 – 9 p.m., adults: Halloween trivia is this month’s theme. Compete on your own or bring a group of friends with you. Prizes will be awarded. Seating is first come, first served. Drop in.
Friday, October 18
Retro Movie Fridays, from 2 – 4:45 p.m., all ages: Showing “Gladiator,” rated R. Drop in.
Monday, October 21
Babies’ Morning Out, from 10 – 10:45 a.m., ages 0–23 months and caregivers: At this social hour for caregivers and their babies enjoy storytime and movement activities, as well as toys for the little ones, plus time for caregivers to visit with each other. Register.
Art Sparks – A Ghost’s Evening Out, from 6 – 7 p.m., Grades K/fifth: Let’s put a spark in your creative side, while when we create ghosts enjoying their favorite things with Model Magic clay on canvas. Register.
Tuesday, October 22
Tremendous Toddlers, from 10 – 10:45 a.m., ages two/three and a caregiver: Singing, dancing, reading, and free play are just part of the fun during these active storytimes. Register.
Raise Your Voice, with Jason Reynolds, from 7 – 8 p.m., Zoom, for teens/adults: Join us online to welcome Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling author, advocate, mentor, and 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature. Register.
Wednesday, October 23
Flu Shot Clinic, from 2 – 4 p.m., by appointment, adults: Osco Pharmacy will administer flu shots, including the high-dose shot recommended for age 65+. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment to allow time to complete the consent form. Bring a photo ID and insurance card with you. Any charges will be billed to your insurance company. No payment is required at the event. Register for an appointment.
13th Annual Horror Fest, from 4 – 8 p.m., adults: Showing “The Taking of Deborah Logan,” at 4 p.m., and “Talk to Me,” at 6 p.m. Drop in.
Let’s LEGO, from 6 – 7 p.m., Grades K/fifth: Each month, we have a new LEGO building challenge to complete and put on display in the library. Drop in.
Global Harvest, from 6:30 – 8 p.m., Zoom, adults: In this virtual cooking class with Kristyn Slick, explore how different cultures around the world celebrate the flavors of fall. Register.
Thursday, October 24
Preschool Prodigies, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages four/five: Listen to stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, play learning games, and make hands-on crafts at this preschool storytime that focuses on the alphabet. Register.
13th Annual Horror Fest, from 4 – 8 p.m., adults: Showing “Under the Shadow,” at 4 p.m., and “Terrified,” at 6 p.m. Drop in.
STEAM Tots – Pumpkin Pals, from 6 – 7 p.m., ages three/five: Pumpkins are a perfect pairing for some fall science fun! Join us for some fun pumpkin experiments. Register.
Friday, October 25
Retro Movie Fridays, from 2:30 – 4:45 p.m., all ages: Showing “Shaun of the Dead,” rated R. Drop in.
Saturday, October 26
Love on a Leash, from 11 a.m. – noon, families: Snuggle up and read to a pup! The dogs from Love on a Leash will be visiting to spend one-on-one time reading with you. Register.
Pokémon Club, from 3 – 4:30 p.m., teens and pre-teens: Bring your Pokémon cards to trade and battle or just hang out and have some Pokémon fun! Try to defeat Gym Leader Dan for a prize! Drop in.