Trunk-or-Treat at the Fossil Ridge Library

A Trunk-or-Treat event will be held Saturday, Oct. 4, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Fossil Ridge Library in Braidwood. The library is excited to host its 5th annual Trunk-or-Treat Community Event and we can't wait to see you there.
Just a quick heads up: you don't need to register for any activities except if you want your child to decorate a mini-pumpkin. So feel free to join in on all the fun without any hassle. Bring your friends and family along, and let's have some spooky fun together!
*Free parking is available at the Reed-Custer Elementary School lot.
Other programs the Library is offering this week include:
Adult Programs
Wednesday, Oct. 1-Thrill-Seekers Book Club, 6-7 p.m. Love mysteries, thrillers, and pulse-pounding adventures? Join fellow fans each month as we dive into page-turning tales-both fiction and non-fiction. October's book: The Final Girl Support Group by Grady Hendrix. Copies are waiting for you at the front desk or online through our digital consortium.
Fridays, Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31-Bingocise, 10-11:30 a.m. Looking for a fun way to be more active? Bingo + Exercise = Bingocize® BINGOCIZE® is a health promotion program that combines bingo with fall prevention exercise.
Wednesday, Oct. 8-It’s Alive: The birth of the Universal Monsters, 6-7:30 p.m. Universal Pictures released a series of horror films between 1913-1956. Founded by Carl Laemmle, Universal was not a big player during Hollywood's early years. But when Universal discovered audiences wanted thrills, the studio turned its energies into the horror genre. What connected most of Universal's classic monsters was their roles as outsiders, earning sympathy and terrors. Universal's first step in defining horror was collaborating with Lon Chaney, “The Man of a Thousand Faces.” Anchored by some of the most iconic movie monsters, the classic Universal Monster films have continued to resonate with horror fans for nearly a hundred years. This is the story of their creation and legacy.
Teens and Tweens
Monday, Oct. 6-Tween Scene-Pumpkin Painting, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Get crafty and customize your own pumpkin. Perfect for spooky-season. We'll provide all the decorating supplies-you bring your creativity. This fun, hands-on program is designed for tweens to create, socialize, and take home something useful.
Children and Toddler
Programs
Wednesdays, Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29-Little Learners, 10-10:45 a.m. Let's learn our ABCs. "Little Learners" is a fun, weekly program where preschoolers can master the alphabet through stories, music, and a craft. Join us as we explore the wonderful world of letters, one week at a time.
Thursdays, Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30-10-11 a.m. Toddler Time. We welcome toddlers and their caregivers to join us weekly to explore various toys and sensory materials. Toddlers can enhance their gross and fine motor skills, social interaction, and language skills. Caregivers must accompany their little ones throughout the program.
Thursdays, Oct. 2, 9, 26, 23, 30-Listen and Create Storytime, 5:30-6:30 p.m. This program is specially designed for children aged 3-5. Every week, children can explore new books and engage in a fun craft project. Please make sure to dress in clothes that can get messy, as the craft project will involve getting creative with various art materials.
Tuesdays, Oct. 7, 21-Play-Doh Playdates, 10:30-11 a.m. Join us for a Play-Doh workshop. Display your creativity using our Play-Doh and tools. This program is for children aged 2-6.
Registration is required for all programs. For more information call 815-458-2187.