Get a second case of “Goosebumps” at the Susan Broom Kilmer Library as the Movie Matinee presents “Goosebumps 2 – Haunted Halloween” on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 2 p.m.
Featuring Wendi McLendon-Covey and Jeremy Ray Tayl, the sequel in this film series based on the popular books, follows two young friends who find a magic book that brings a ventriloquist's dummy to life. The movie is rated PG with a running time of 90 minutes.
Other family activities include:
- Family Fun Time is held on the first Saturday of each month at 3 p.m.
- Storytime Jam on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for ages 3-5. This early literacy program encourages reading, imagination and socialization.
- Rhythm and Rhyme Storytime on Fridays at 10:30 a.m. for ages 2-3. This weekly program focuses on early literacy through rhymes, stories, movement and more.
- Finger Painting and Bubble Play is on the first Wednesday and first Friday of each month, following storytime.
- S.T.E.A.M. Storytime takes place on the third Wednesday and third Friday at 10:30 a.m. for ages 2-5 with hands-on activities focused on science, technology, engineering, art and math.
- Costume Swap on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. Bring your gently used costume to any branch library before Oct. 5 to receive a ticket that you can exchange for a “new to you” costume at the swap event.
- Storytime Halloween Party on Friday, Oct. 25 and Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 10:30 a.m. Students are encouraged to wear their costume to the regularly scheduled storytimes for fun and treats.
- The open air puppet theater on Saturday, Oct. 26 at 11:30 a.m. will feature “The Witches’ Kitchen.”
Parents and guardians are asked to stay with their children during these events.
The Kilmer Branch of the St. Lucie County Library System is located at 101 Melody Lane. For more information about children’s programs call Gicele Perna (Ms. Sally) at 772-462-2812, email pernag@stlucieco.org or visit: www.stlucieco.gov/Library.
