We love October at the Library and we've got a ton of events lined up for the month!

Halloween Happenings:

• It is our 3rd Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest this year for kids age 3 to 12. Bring a decorated (no carving allowed) pumpkin to drop off in the Children's Room on October 19th or 20th. We'll snap a picture, take some info from you, and put it on display. Everyone can vote both online and in person from October 22nd to 25th and winners are announced on the 26th in 2 categories: ages 3 to 5 and ages 6 to 12. Then bring that pumpkin home in time for Halloween! Everyone will receive recognition for their pumpkin.
• On Saturday, October 20th from 10:00am to noon, kids of all ages can bring a pumpkin into our Pumpkin Decorating Craft. We'll provide all kinds of materials to make your pumpkin into a masterpiece! You can then enter it in the contest or bring it home. Please bring your own pumpkins.
• Preschoolers ages 3 to 6 can come to a drop in Halloween craft on Wednesday, October 24th between 11:00am and 12:00pm. No registration required, just drop by during the hour to make the craft.
• We'll be having 2 Halloween Story Times at 11:00am on Tuesday, October 30th and Wednesday, October 31st for ages 3 to 6. Wear a costume if you like and enjoy some gently spooky stories.
• Finally, be sure to wear a costume and come by the Library on Halloween day between 10:00am and 8:00pm. Kids in costume can trick or treat at all 3 service desks and pick up great treats! It is our annual Trick or Treat at the Library!

Story Times

• Tiny Tykes Story Time for babies ages 0 to 18 months is on Mondays, October 1st, 15th, 22nd and 29th at 10:15am AND 11:00am. Drop in for early literacy fun! No registration required.
• Wiggle Time for 2 year olds (ages 18 months up are welcome, too) is on Thursdays, October 4th and 25th at 10:15am AND 11:00am. We added more times to accommodate the demand! Drop in at either time to dance, sing and hear some great stories!
• Preschool Story Time for ages 3 to 5 is on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 11:00am on October 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th and 31st. No registration required to get those early literacy skills in high gear!
• Pajamarama Story Time for ages 3 to 7 is on Wednesday, October 17th at 7:00pm. Wear your pjs and prepare for songs, stories and dancing fun!
• Dads & Donuts Story Time is on Saturday, October 13th for ages 3 to 6 at 10:30am. Bring your favorite guy for a story time followed up by snacks, juice and coffee. Dads, uncles, grandfathers, etc. are encouraged, but all grown ups are invited to attend.  Thank you to the Friends of the Library for funding our snacks!
• On Thursday, October 18th at 10:30am, musician and storyteller Ruth Canonico is here with Tuneful Toddlers, a story time of adapted songs and tales for children ages 2 to 5. Children with special needs of any kind are especially encouraged to attend, but those of any ability are welcome! This story time is limited to 15 children. Registration is required and begins on October 9th; sign up online or by calling the Children's desk at 978-640-4496. This program is funded by Community Teamwork, Inc.

Crafts and Special Events

• On Friday, October 5th at 11:00am, kids ages 1 to 5 can boogie down with Miss Noelle at our Dance Party featuring Wiggles music. Please pick up a FREE ticket at the Children's desk for each person attending. Tickets are available now.
• On Wednesday, October 10th, students in kindergarten to 3rd grade can come to our Read to Me Book and Craft Club at 3:45pm. We all read the same book beforehand, then chat about it while having a snack. Then we do an activity based on the book. This month's book is Wiley and the Hairy Man by Molly Bang. Pick it up at the Children's desk to read before we meet. This group is limited to 10 children, please register beginning on October 2nd online or by calling the desk at 978-640-4496.
• On Thursday, October 11th, children ages 18 months through 2 years old can drop in to make a Toddler Craft between 10:30am and 11:30am. No registration required.
• On Tuesday, October 16th, children ages 5 to 12 can make a Cool Craft between 3:30pm and 4:30pm. No registration is required, just drop by any time during the hour to make the craft.
• On Thursday, October 18th at 10:30am, musician and storyteller Ruth Canonico is here with Tuneful Toddlers, a story time of adapted songs and tales for children ages 2 to 5. Children with special needs of any kind are especially encouraged to attend, but those of any ability are welcome! This story time is limited to 15 children. Registration is required and begins on October 9th; sign up online or by calling the Children's desk at 978-640-4496. This program is funded by Community Teamwork, Inc.
• On Friday, October 19th, infants ages 0 to 12 months and their caregivers are invited to the Happiest Baby on the Block and More at 10:15am. Grown ups will learn how to soothe their babies with special techniques, infant massage and baby yoga. Registration is required and begins on October 1st. Call the Children's desk at 978-640-4496 or register online. This program is presented by the Anne Sullivan Center and funded by Community Teamwork, Inc.
• On Saturday, October 27th at 2:00pm, come to our Family Movie Matinee for all ages. Bring a blanket, pillow and snacks and spread out on the floor to watch "Madagascar 3." No registration is required.

Any questions? Call Noelle or Amy in the Children's Room.