The Fall River Public Library has got some spooky fun planned for October in addition to their recurring events and activities. Here are some highlights!
Thursday, October 15: Haunted Happenings at the Lafayette-Durfee House, 6:00 PM
The Lafayette-Durfee House and the Fall River Public Library will combine their supernatural forces for Haunted Happenings! Thursday, October 15 at the Lafayette- Durfee House. The evening will feature spooky stories for the whole family appropriate for ages 5 and up and shared in the atmospheric setting of the fully restored colonial home. Spooky stories, perfect for the Halloween season, will be shared in the oral tradition by David Mello, Supervisor of Children’s Services for the Fall River Public Library. Puppets, masks and plenty of audience participation will bring such creepy stories as, The Red, Red Lips, The Tailypo and The Lady in Gray to life. The evening will also feature an easy-to-make craft for children as well as a Halloween raffle for prizes. Refreshments will be served following the storytelling.
NOTE: This event will be held at the Lafayette-Durfee House, 94 Cherry Street in Fall River. For further information, contact David Mello, Supervisor of Children’s Services, 508324-2700 ext. 4
Thursday, October 15: Pumpkin Carving, 5:30 PM
Come carve a pumpkin at the Fall River Public Library! At the end of the program we’ll take a picture of our jack-o-lanterns on the front steps of the library, and you’ll get to take yours home with you as a decoration for Halloween! Registration required – please sign-up at the front desk or call 508-324-2700 ex.2. Sponsored by the Friends of the Fall River Public Library. This program is intended for those aged 12 and older.
Wednesday, October 21: History of Spirit Communication, 6:00 PM
For over 20 years, Jeff Belanger has been exploring the unexplained. He seeks out history, folklore, ghosts, monsters, and legends all over the world and in your backyard. This multi-media program, based on his book Communicating With the Dead, explores the history of spirit communication from the Fox Sisters in the earliest days of the Spiritualist movement, to devices such as the Ouija Board and Dowsing Rods, and on to using electronic devices to try and communicate with the other side. You’ll explore the history, see the devices, see and hear the evidence, and maybe catch a glimpse of what’s beyond the grave.
NOTE: Jeff is NOT a psychic medium. He does not do spirit readings of any kind. This program is intended for adults.
Thursday, October 22: A Journey Through the Haunted Library!, 6:00 PM
See the library as you have never witnessed it before- possessed by the ghouls, ghosts and spectres of the Halloween season! Walk through the chilly, hallowed halls and come face to face with beings only dreamed of in your darkest nightmares! But take comfort! Everyone will receive a “Spirit Light” before entering to keep the creatures of the night away as you journey through the building! The Library will close to the public at 3:00 p.m. on this day and reopen at 6:00 p.m. for the event. All visitors to the Haunted Library should enter by the North Main Street entrance. Handicap accessibility will be available at the Elm Street Entrance. Children who prefer not to do the walk-through can visit the Library’s Meeting Room to create a special Halloween craft. This program is intended for those aged 6 and older. Please note the library will close for regular services at 3:00pm and will reopen at 6:00pm for limited operations of the event.
Saturday, October 24: The Tom Knight Puppets Halloween Show!, 1:00 PM
In this special Halloween show, Tom helps Freddy the Troll see that he doesn’t have to be scared of children. The vibrant and amusing visual elements will appeal to children as young as 2 years old, while fun lyrics will engage children up to 12 years old, and adults, too! It’s a great way to celebrate Halloween with the family, and is designed to educate and inspire young minds. This program is intended for all ages.
Wednesday, October 28: Dr. Gasp Performance, 6:00 PM
Join us for a ghoulish performance of original Halloween songs by Dr. Gasp! This free event will be held in the library lobby; no registration is required. This program is intended for all ages.
City of Fall River Trunk or Treat to feature music, contests, food, face painting and more
