Spooky Season at the NLR Libraries
2023-09-28 19:25:51 by Susie Kirk
As the leaves slowly begin to change and the air turns crisp (hopefully), it's that magical time of year again when ghosts and goblins come out to play. The North Little Rock Public Library System is thrilled to invite you to a spooktacular October filled with thrilling and family-friendly Halloween events. Whether you're a fan of eerie tales, creative spooky crafts, or simply enjoying the fall season with your loved ones, we have something special in store for everyone. Join us in celebrating the spirit of Halloween with a month-long lineup of engaging and enchanting activities that promise to make this October one to remember.
All Ages:
- Origami Bat Workshop - October 30 at 5:30 PM at Laman Library & Ocotber 31 at 4:30 PM at Argenta Library
Just in time for Halloween learn how to fold decorative origami bats. We will have two species of bats with instructions for a third. For all ages and paper provided.
- Haunted Argenta and Trick or Treat - October 31 at 4 PM at Argenta Library
Join us in Dogtown for a Halloween story walk, trick or treat, and games inside Argenta Library. Kevin Newsom will be sharing the haunted history of the Argenta Art District.
Children:
- Booooook Party! - October 19 at 3:30 PM at Laman Library
Silly and Spooky readers, come talk about your favorite fall books and seasonal stories!
- Spooky Concert with the Kinders - October 26 at 6 PM at Argenta Library
Join us for a fun evening with The Kinders for their Spooky Children's Concert. Kids are welcome to wear their Halloween costumes!
- Fall Fun Bingo - October 30 at 3:30 PM at Laman Library
Celebrate the season with us and a little themed Bingo fun.
- Halloween Party with MomandPop - October 31 at 4 PM at Laman Library
Before you fill your trick or treat bags, come join us for a REAL treat! MomandPop are coming to bring us a little extra fun and festivity.
Teens:
- Spooky Stories - October 12 at 4 PM at Laman Library
You're never to old for storytime. Bring something to cling to - we're reading the spookiest stories we can find and sipping on free hot chocolate and apple cider.
- Ghosted Art Night - October 17 at 4 PM at Laman Library
Get ready for spooky season and make your own haunted masterpiece!
- Cosplay Corner - October 24 at 4 PM at Laman Library
Join us in the Studio to make a customized headpiece -- your choice of ears, horns, or a crown! All materials are provided for this cosplay creation. We'll walk you through the steps to create your own cosplay ears, horns, or crown. The designs are limited only to your imagination, and you can return to complete an unfinished project if you run out of time.
- Haunted Mini Golf - October 25 at 4 PM at Laman Library
Get ready for a ghostly game and some ghoulish prizes!
- A Very Loft Halloween - October 31 at 10 AM to 6 PM at Laman Library
The Laman Loft invites teens ages 12-18 to a day full of games, prizes, snacks, and holiday fun. From 10-6, we will be airing classic and campy Halloween films. You can take part in a spooky scavenger hunt for some bookish prizes, build your own vampiric treats, and snap a few selfies in our haunted photo booth. Costumes are welcome!
Adults:
- Addams Family Trivia - October 2 at 5 PM at Laman Library
Get ready for some creepy, kooky, mysterious, and spooky trivia! From the original T.V. show, to the movies, and popular show Wednesday, we will have trivia from it all!
- Stories that Haunt Us: Horror Writing Circle - Tuesdays at 4:30 PM at Argenta Library and Saturdays at 10 AM at Laman Library
Come share your terrible tales at the North Little Rock Public Library System! Throughout the month of October we are hosting a horror writing circle for our patrons. Participants will be invited to read their work at the Argenta Library Halloween Festival.
- Spiders Craft! - October 11 at 3 PM at Laman Library
Join us in the Studio at Laman to make the cutest spiders for fun Halloween decor.
- DIY Jeweled Pumpkins - October 12 at 5 PM at Laman Library
Make a beautiful pumpkin out of (not so real) jewels, cardstock, and a few other supplies! A great keepsake for fall and pumpkin lovers!
- Retro Halloween Films and Snacks - October 17 at 4 PM at Laman Library
Celebrate spooky season with the classic horror films Nosferatu & Frankenstein while enjoying classic snacks!
- Hocus Pocus Escape Room - October 24 at 5 PM at Laman Library
Come see if you can escape the wrath of the Sanderson Sisters with a fun, spooky, and exciting Hocus Pocus Escape Room!