~ Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events ~

October 14–18

  The Haunted Library: A Literary Masquerade: Parlin Memorial Library, Friday, October 17, from 6-9 p.m. All are invited into The Haunted Library, a free seasonal event with fun for all ages (as long as you don’t mind a few spirits of stories past coming out to play)! Mingle with our ghostly guests and dance the night away with spooky specters. All ages are welcome to this evening of eerie fun, and those that come dressed in the best literary costumes will go home with a spooky treat. The masquerade will include free refreshments for everyone and entertainment for kids and adults alike!

Parlin Adult and Teens

Gaming Club: Parlin YA Room, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 p.m.; join us for board games and video games at the library! Bring your own or play what we have here. For ages 12 and up.

Yarn Club: Parlin Fireplace Room, Tuesday, October 14, at 7 p.m. Come chit-chat and stitch! Bring your crocheting, knitting or any other yarn craft and sit and socialize with other members of the crafting community. Recommended for ages 14-109!

Gardner Museum Art Heist: Parlin Meeting Room, Thursday, October 16, at 7 p.m. Come hear Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Steve Kurkjian talk about the famous theft of priceless works of art from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.

Parlin Children’s

Study Buddies: Parlin Children’s Room, Monday through Friday from 3-5 p.m. Need homework help? Come to the Parlin Library and study with the Study Buddies, our free afterschool program offering tutoring and academic support for students in grades K-8.

Storytime and Sing-along with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, October 15, at 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six.

Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, October 15, at 3 p.m. Do you have a drama queen or king at home? Drama Class in the Parlin Children’s Department is the perfect opportunity for your child to put those acting skills to use with our drama coach! Suggested ages: six to 14.

Story Time Adventures with Mrs. McAuliffe: Parlin Craft Room; join us on Thursdays and Fridays at 11 a.m. for our enchanting Story Time! You will be whisked away on magical adventures through the pages of your favorite books. Bring a friend or make a new one in our circle of friends.

Nature Walk and the 5 Senses: Parlin Meeting Room and Courtyard, Thursday, October 16, at 3 p.m. Join Mrs. McAuliffe on a nature walk around the library. Use your 5 senses to explore the outdoors. See the clouds, hear the birds, smell the flowers, touch the fallen leaves, and use your sense of taste on some yummy fall snacks after our walk. Children under six must be accompanied by an adult.

Origami Club: Parlin Fireplace Room, Saturday, October 18, at 12 p.m.; learn how to fold paper animals of all kinds! Open to all ages and abilities. Paper and instruction will be provided.

Shute Adult and Teens

Purr Therapy: Shute Study Room, Wednesday, October 15, at 10 a.m.; take a break during your busy day to have a quiet and peaceful moment with our new feline library visitor, Gandalf! Thank you to the Pets & People Foundation for our new Pet Therapy friend.

Ready Player One Games: Shute Meeting Room, October 15, at 2:30 p.m.; level up your Wednesdays with our ultimate gaming hangout! Grab your friends and dive into fun Nintendo Switch and PlayStation games. No registration required. Recommended for ages 11 and up.

Artisan’s Circle: Shute Meeting Room, Thursday, October 16, at 5:30 p.m.; a creative open studio with a relaxed, welcoming space for artists and crafters of all levels to work, connect and get inspired!

Shute Children’s

Study Buddies: Shute Children’s Room, Monday through Friday from 3-5 p.m. Need homework help? Come to the Shute Library and study with the Study Buddies, our free afterschool program offering tutoring and academic support for students in grades K-8.

Crafty Corner: Papier-Mâché Mask: Tuesday, October 14, in the Shute Library Meeting Room, and Thursday, October 16, in the Shute Library Craft Room. Children and families are invited to create unique masks during this two-part Crafty Corner event. Use balloons, newspaper, paint and paste to create a mask! Registration is required for this event.

Miss Val’s Storytime Pals: Shute Children’s Room, Mondays at 10 a.m. and Tuesdays at 12 p.m. What’s better than a good story? Sharing it with friends! Join Miss Val at the Shute Library for Fairytale Fun!