Find updates on our website and social media pages. But to encourage excitement before the holiday itself, check out this display idea. Weve concocted a creepy cross section of spooky stories from our chilling collections of books, mad monsters in macabre movies, and scary soundtracks, as well as links to halloween happenings around philadelphia and. Ferndale library project 562 artist matika wilbur visits whatcom county october 35, free community presentations changing the way we see native america september 20, 2019 september 20, 2019 by cynthia french. Pass the time with a new and affordable book from here, such as, and enjoy the endless excitement of a good read. Trickortreating and halloween activities in whatcom county. Halloween events in whatcom county include festivals, movies. Ferndale area district library ferndale, mi address. Ferndale public library the ferndale area district library. Through the work of the friends, the library is able to add more books and materials to its collections and offer programs to enhance library services. Put down your kindle and flip through the pages at library bookstore, one of ferndales best bookstores. To register visit the grosse pointe public library website here. Childrens librarians favorite halloween books the new york.
Ferndale branch library humboldt county, ca official. Ferndale, mi there are few libraries that have as high of a rate of halloweenenthusiasm per capita among its staff than ferndales. Those that arent will be given to the friends of the library bookstore. Mask making at the ferndale library 23pm calling all masters of disguise in grades k5. Turn over a new page with one of their amazing ebooks. Halloween events in whatcom county include festivals. Small, friendly bookstore with an intelligently managed collection of books and old magazines. Ferndale library spooktacular delivers with creative costumes. Ferndale library readies to host spooky circus, trickortreaters. Downtown ferndale trick or treat littleguide detroit.
Childrens librarians favorite halloween books the new. What you need to know about ferndale trickortreating. The ferndale public library was built in 1909 as carnegie grant library on donated land and supported by the city of ferndale, california, until becoming part of the humboldt county library system in 1915. Great literature teaches, inspires and reminds us that we are a world of lifelong learners. Ferndale, mi the rain did not keep the trick or treaters of ferndale from attending the ferndale area district librarys annual spooktacular halloween event saturday.
Take a look at some creative ideas for celebrating halloween and the month of october in your library. Pumpkin eye by denise fleming this short story sets the. In a bit of an oldschool mood in terms of spookiness, the theme, this year, is a classic. Friends of the ferndale library is a nonprofit organization incorporated in the state of michigan, with 501c3 taxdeductible status. Flat stanley and the haunted house i can read level 2 jeff brown. Oct 26, 2011 the ferndale library carries a vast assortment of scary dvds, including the twilight zone series from the 1950s, which are always in high demand. A memory called empire by arkady martine meets every month at 7. Halloween library display and book list halloween in the library. Ferndale halloween events downtown trick or treating.
A spooky circus with live performers is just one of the events the ferndale library is offering this month as the staff gets in the halloween spirit. A counting book by stephen savage in this halloween countdown book, ten orange pumpkins are each carried off by a witch, a ghost, a spider, and other halloween creatures until theres just one. Childrens librarians favorite halloween books by lynn lobash, manager of reader services october 28, 2014 ten orange pumpkins. I designed the poster to evoke the old spell book feel promote extra creepiness, you. Among the creative costumes was a family of parcel delivery service providers, dressed like the. Malerman will be discussing and signing his books including his newest, goblin. Josh malerman at the ferndale public library on thurs.
In addition to its collections, the library also hosts programs and activities in. Lulu goes to witch school i can read level 2 jane oconnor. The ferndale library is having an evening storytime that combines bedtime stories, songs, and activities. This year, the spooktacular embraces two of the prevailingly popular costume choices for most kids, superheroes. Ferndale area district library leadership and the board of directors reached the decision to close in an effort to help mitigate the spread of the covid19 virus. This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Oct 11, 2016 the ferndale library staff are always an enthusiastic bunch when it comes to halloween, opening after hours on the last saturday of october to invite trickortreaters in for seasonal activities where youll find librarians incognito, matching a playful theme. Community visitors guide to the historic victorian village. The ferndale library carries a vast assortment of scary dvds, including the twilight zone series from the 1950s, which are always in high demand. Traveling by car is no problem at all with the fantastic available parking. Boo bat charles reasoner halloween books charles reasoner. This library is affiliated with whatcom county library system.
Get the creeps with movies, books for halloween arts. In addition to its collections, the library also hosts programs and activities in the oakland county area. The ferndale area district library, located in ferndale, mi, offers books, periodicals, and other information sources to patrons. Through the work of the friends, the library has been able to add more books and materials to its collections and offer programs to enhance library services. Bookstore a ferndale community for lovers of books. Teens are invited to submit their original writing for possible publication in a forest of words, whatcom county library systems annual teen poetry book. Weve concocted a creepy cross section of spooky stories from our chilling collections of books, mad monsters in macabre movies, and scary soundtracks, as well as links to halloween happenings around philadelphia and beyond the grave. Below are a couple ferndale halloween events to get you in the spooky spirit.
Halloween ideas for the library elementary librarian. Get the creeps with movies, books for halloween by jeff milo for digital first media. Ferndale public library 2125 main st ferndale wa 98248. For information, please call the library at 248 5462504.
In fact, to follow through on the nostalgia factor, this years theme will be iconic characters from childrens literature. Sep 20, 2019 ferndale library project 562 artist matika wilbur visits whatcom county october 35, free community presentations changing the way we see native america september 20, 2019 september 20, 2019 by cynthia french. The ferndale public library was surprisingly busy this weekday morning as several dozen people of all ages could be seen making use of the many resources available. Jun 29, 2018 the ferndale public library was surprisingly busy this weekday morning as several dozen people of all ages could be seen making use of the many resources available. Thats why they always go all out for their annual spooktacular events, held on the last weekend of october.
Space availability events whatcom county library system. Log in whatcom county library system bibliocommons. Author josh malerman will be at the ferndale public library 222 e. See more ideas about halloween books, halloween and halloween books for kids. The first free reading room in ferndale opened 3 february 1896 on the ground floor of the gilt edge building with books from the old town library and the chapin library. Halloween makes the month of october frightfully fun. It is the only carnegie library in northwestern california still functioning as a public library. The city council approved the sale of the librarys building and land at 222 e. Ferndale branch library humboldt county, ca official website. The haunted library, which means ghosts, vampires, and all the classic tropes. Library locations and book drops are closed, but you can access the librarys free digital resources online. The ferndale area district library strengthens the community by providing access to materials and services that inform, enrich, entertain, and empower.
Please keep your library materials until we reopen. Ferndale textbooks 1st floor of ferndale village shopping centre, corner oxford and main street, ferndale, randburg p. Order online tickets tickets see availability directions. We always had a big party and storytime in my library with all sorts of treats, costumes, and of course the best stories. Bestselling author christopher moore will be at the grosse pointe war memomorial auditorium 32 lake shore rd, grosse pointe farms, mi 48236 on wednesday, april 12th from 7. Plan a spooktacular series of events at your library that appeal to children, teens and adults. Macabre, creepy and just plain scary books and movies are. If youre reading this and havent visited the library in a while, id like to invite you to come in this week and say hello. This years ferndale library spooktacular is saturday oct.
What you need to know about ferndale trickortreating patch. Ferndale library readies to host spooky circus, trickor. Ferndale to complete its change to a district library, the ferndale area district library is buying its building, located on east nine mile road. The ferndale area district library strengthens the. Ferndale, mi 48220 2485454300 mon, tue, wed, fri, sat 10am 7pm. The ferndale enterprise newspaper reported the hours of operation and added that smoking, loud talking, spitting on the floor, etc. Due to current public health guidelines, whatcom county library system has cancelled or postponed all programs, events, branch services and outreach activities until further notice. Halloween events metro detroit 2019 oakland county moms. The ferndale library is the only carnegie library on the north coast to still function as a public library.
The ferndale library is a branch of the whatcom county library system. Ferndale area district library ferndale, mi address, phone. They are also having halloween stories for all ages on the 31st from 36pm. Members can participate in volunteer activities, or simply show their support for the library by joining. The library collection also includes electronic databases, films, and other cultural materials. Jul 10, 2015 every elementary teacher should have an awesome library.
The relatively new library building sports modern furnishings and an expansive offering of books on shelves but thats where the stereotypical library offerings end. Macabre, creepy and just plain scary books and movies are in. Among the creative costumes was a family of parcel delivery service providers, dressed like the drivers of the us postal service, fedex, and ups. Ferndale library libraries 807 main, ferndale, ca phone.
Volunteers can participate in activities, or simply pledge support by joining. Library materials may be returned to the outdoor drop box if patrons wish. We will be monitoring the situation and providing further updates as circumstances change. Oct 22, 2018 this years ferndale library spooktacular is saturday oct. Bookstore a ferndale community for lovers of books, music. Littleguide detroit is the top resource for finding a wide range of fun events and activities for kids in metro detroit relating to arts, entertainment and more. Call library staff between 1 and 5 pm daily at 3603053600. Just hang up this sign with some of your favorite halloween books. Library bookstore greater ferndale area general community.
See our events things to do tab for more events, activities and things to do in oakland county. Of course, the haunting of hill house by shirley jackson is still so popular for readers, said hellenberg of the 1959 novel thats probably too scary for younger readers. Wcls event calendar events whatcom county library system. Ferndale librarys spooktacular features superheroes vs. The ferndale library staff are always an enthusiastic bunch when it comes to halloween, opening after hours on the last saturday of october to invite trickortreaters in for seasonal activities where youll find librarians incognito, matching a playful theme. Oct 28, 2014 childrens librarians favorite halloween books by lynn lobash, manager of reader services october 28, 2014 ten orange pumpkins. Detroit 2019 halloween party guide the halloween issue detroit.