For kids this week, free

9:30 a.m.

• Centennial Park Finders Seekers STEAM Storytime

  Preschoolers and caregivers explore everyday science through books, songs and hands-on activities at an interactive STEAM storytime.

  Centennial Park Library, Greeley

  For preschoolers, until 10:15 a.m.

  ClassesFree

10 a.m.

• Read, Rhyme, and Romp

  Severance Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Council Tree Ages 4+ Storytime

  Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

  For preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Council Tree Toddler Storytime

  Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

  For toddlers, until 10:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Harmony Baby Storytime

  Harmony Library, Fort Collins

  For babies and toddlers, until 10:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Music and Movement Storytime

  Glenn A. Jones, M.D. Memorial Library in Johnstown

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 11 a.m.

  Free

10:30 a.m.

• Stay and Play

  Severance Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  GamesFree

• Centennial Park Family Storytime

  A family storytime features books, songs, fingerplays and movement, plus a take-home craft or activity.

  Centennial Park Library, Greeley

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and families, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Erie Family Storytime

  Books, songs and activities support early literacy at a storytime designed for toddlers and preschoolers, with all welcome.

  Erie Community Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Farr Music and Movement Storytime

  A music-and-movement storytime for children and caregivers uses instruments and activities to build motor and early literacy skills.

  Farr Regional Library, Greeley

  For preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Music and Movement

  Children and caregivers move together in a program that supports motor skills and early literacy, with activities geared toward young children.

  Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

11 a.m.

• Council Tree Ages 4+ Storytime

  Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

  For preschoolers, until 11:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Council Tree Toddler Storytime

  Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Harmony Baby Storytime

  Harmony Library, Fort Collins

  For babies and toddlers, until 11:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• LIFE (the Library Is For Everyone)

  Activities for people with developmental disabilities require a caregiver to stay with each participant.

  Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

  For families, until noon

  StorytimeFree

11:30 a.m.

• LINC Twinkle Babies

  A lap-sit storytime for caregivers and babies features age-appropriate actions, songs and books that support early literacy.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For babies and toddlers, until noon

  BooksFree

1 p.m.

• Clearview Homeschooler's Academy

  Severance Library

  For kids, teens and families, until 2 p.m.

  ClassesFree

• Bookmobile: LaSalle

  A Bookmobile stop offers checkout, returns, computer use, printing and other library services.

  Outreach/Mobile Services, La Salle

  For families, until 2 p.m.

  BooksFree

• Music and Movement Storytime

  Glenn A. Jones, M.D. Memorial Library in Johnstown

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 2 p.m.

  Free

1:15 p.m.

• Erie Twinkle Babies

  A lap-sit storytime for babies and caregivers features age-appropriate songs, actions and books to support early literacy.

  Erie Community Library

  For babies and toddlers, until 1:45 p.m.

  StorytimeFree

3 p.m.

• Eaton Bookmobile Visit at Galeton Elementary School

  Browse books and media, pick up holds and use mobile library services, with materials for adults, teens and children.

  Eaton Public Library

  For families, until 3:50 p.m.

  Free

• Makerspace Open Studio

  A drop-in makerspace offers 3D printing, laser cutting, Cricut and hands-on crafts for makers of any skill level.

  Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

  For families, until 7 p.m.

  ClassesFree

3:15 p.m.

• Lego Engineers

  Windsor Library

  For kids, until 4:15 p.m.

  ClassesFree

3:30 p.m.

• PAWS for Reading

  Children practice reading aloud to a trained therapy dog, with caregivers welcome to read along.

  Windsor Library

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 4:30 p.m.

  Free

• Kids Cafe: After School Snacks

  Children can stop in for after-school snacks served through a library and food bank partnership.

  Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kids, teens and families, until 4:30 p.m.

  Free

• Tales to Tails

  Children and families can read aloud to a therapy dog through a partnership with Caring Canines.

  Eaton Public Library

  For preschoolers, kids and families, until 4:30 p.m.

  BooksFree

4 p.m.

• Bookmobile: Cave Creek

  A public bookmobile stop offers checkout, returns, computer use, printing and other library services.

  Outreach/Mobile Services, Evans

  For families, until 5 p.m.

  BooksFree

• Eaton Bookmobile Visit at Galeton Boys & Girls Club

  A mobile library brings books, media and other services, with collections to browse and holds to pick up.

  Eaton Public Library

  For families, until 5 p.m.

  Free

• Level Up! (All Around Town at the Fort Lupton Fire House)

  Kids get a behind-the-scenes firehouse visit, meet firefighters, explore equipment and learn fire safety in a hands-on community trip.

  Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

  For kids, until 5 p.m.

  Free

• Save a Special Seat/Guardar un Asiento Especial

  Participants personalize mini rocking chairs or benches with a loved one’s name or a prewritten message for a shared remembrance display.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For kids, teens, families and adults, until 5 p.m.

  ArtsFree

4:15 p.m.

• Chess Club 3rd-5th

  A chess club for third- through fifth-graders welcomes beginners to learn and play, with a chance to meet other players.

  Erie Community Library

  For kids, until 5:15 p.m.

  GamesFree

5 p.m.

• Adult Craft Meet-up

  Teens and adults share tips and techniques for crochet, knitting, cross-stitch, embroidery and other hobbies.

  Centennial Park Library, Greeley

  For teens, families and adults, until 6:30 p.m.

  ArtsFree

6 p.m.

• Teen Anime & Manga Club

  Teens discuss favorite manga and fandoms, do crafts and activities, and socialize.

  Centennial Park Library, Greeley

  For kids and teens, until 7 p.m.

  ArtsFree

• Thriller Dance Workshop

  A dance instructor teaches basic steps to “Thriller,” followed by a performance at the recreation center.

  Erie Community Library

  For kids and teens, until 7 p.m.

  MusicFree

All day

• Image Hunt: Find the images of the month!

  A library-wide image hunt invites all ages to find hidden pictures, with a sticker prize for completing the checklist.

  Kersey Library

  For families

  GamesFree

• Museum Exhibition | Colorado Community Threads: Reflections on Place and People.

  Textile artists from across Colorado share perspectives on the state’s history, places and sense of community.

  Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, Fort Collins

  For families

  ArtsFree

• Museum Exhibition | Kimono Matters: Materiality and Making

  An exhibition examines how kimono materials have shaped the garment’s place in fashion history and why it still matters today.

  Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, Fort Collins

  For families

  ArtsFree

9 a.m.

• LINC Woodcarvers

  A woodcarving club gives novice and experienced carvers, sculptors and curious makers space to create, share and learn, with supplies provided.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For kids, teens and adults, until noon

  ArtsFree

9:30 a.m.

• Centennial Park Music & Movement

  Children and parents or caregivers get up and move together in a program open to all ages.

  Centennial Park Library, Greeley

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Erie Tales for Tots Storytime

  A storytime for toddlers and caregivers pairs books, songs and actions to build early literacy and listening skills.

  Erie Community Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Farr Tales for Tots Storytime

  A storytime for toddlers and caregivers features stories, songs and fingerplays to support early literacy and listening skills.

  Farr Regional Library, Greeley

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Mead Library Tales for Tots

  Toddlers and their caregivers share stories, songs and fingerplays that build early literacy and listening skills.

  Mead Public Library

  For babies and toddlers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Music and Movement

  Children and caregivers move together in a program that supports motor skills and early literacy, with activities geared toward young children.

  Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Riverside Twinkle Babies

  A lap-sit storytime for caregivers and babies features age-appropriate fingerplays, songs, books and activities that support early literacy.

  Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

  For babies and toddlers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

10 a.m.

• Read, Rhyme, and Romp

  Windsor Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Council Tree Ages 4+ Storytime

  Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

  For preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Council Tree Toddler Storytime

  Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

  For toddlers, until 10:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Harmony Bilingual Storytime / Hora del cuento bilingüe

  Harmony Library, Fort Collins

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• LINC Twinkle Babies

  A lap-sit storytime for caregivers and babies features age-appropriate actions, songs and books that support early literacy.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For babies and toddlers, until 10:30 a.m.

  BooksFree

• ABC Animal Storytime

  A storytime focuses on a different alphabet letter each week and the animals associated with it.

  Glenn A. Jones, M.D. Memorial Library in Milliken

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Storytime

  Stories, songs and activities promote early literacy for young children.

  Eaton Public Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  BooksFree

• Bookmobile: Mead

  A public bookmobile stop offers library checkout, returns, computer use, printing and other services.

  Outreach/Mobile Services, Mead

  For families, until noon

  BooksFree

10:15 a.m.

• PAWS for Reading

  Children practice reading by reading aloud or telling a story to a trained therapy dog, with caregivers welcome to join.

  Severance Library

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 11:15 a.m.

  Free

10:30 a.m.

• Stay and Play

  Windsor Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  GamesFree

• Yoga Stories

  Severance Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Erie Music & Movement

  Children and caregivers move together with instruments and activities that build motor skills and reinforce early literacy.

  Erie Community Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Family Storytime

  A storytime for children and caregivers features books, songs and actions that support early literacy and a love of reading.

  Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Family Storytime

  Children and caregivers share stories, songs and rhymes that encourage early literacy skills.

  HPLD Library & Archive, Greeley

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and families, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Farr Tales for Tots Storytime

  A storytime for toddlers and caregivers features stories, songs and fingerplays to support early literacy and listening skills.

  Farr Regional Library, Greeley

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Once Upon a Cuento

  A bilingual storytime for preschoolers and other ages features Spanish and English stories, songs and activities, plus a take-home craft.

  Centennial Park Library, Greeley

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

11 a.m.

• Council Tree Ages 4+ Storytime

  Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

  For preschoolers, until 11:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Council Tree Toddler Storytime

  Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Harmony Bilingual Storytime / Hora del cuento bilingüe

  Children and their caregivers explore stories through talking, singing, reading, writing and play in a storytime that supports early literacy.

  Harmony Library, Fort Collins

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Dance & Play (Tots)

  Toddlers get moving with silly stories, songs and dancing that support early literacy.

  Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

  For babies and toddlers, until 11:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• LINC Preschool Storytime

  Preschool storytime combines books, fingerplays, movement and activities that support early literacy and school readiness.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For preschoolers, until 11:30 a.m.

  BooksFree

1:30 p.m.

• Bookmobile: Erie

  A public bookmobile stop offers library checkout, returns, computer use, printing and other services.

  Outreach/Mobile Services, Erie

  For families, until 3 p.m.

  BooksFree

3 p.m.

• Eaton Bookmobile Visit at Benjamin Eaton Elementary School

  A mobile library brings books, media and other services to the school, where visitors can browse and pick up holds.

  Eaton Public Library

  For families, until 3:50 p.m.

  Free

• Makerspace Open Studio

  A drop-in makerspace offers 3D printing, laser cutting, Cricut and hands-on crafts for makers of any skill level.

  Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

  For families, until 7 p.m.

  ClassesFree

3:15 p.m.

• After-School Collective

  An after-school program for children features games, art, experiments, presenters and other activities.

  Windsor Library

  For kids, until 4:15 p.m.

  GamesFree

• Lego Explorers

  Severance Library

  For kids, until 4:15 p.m.

  ClassesFree

3:30 p.m.

• PAWS for Reading

  Children practice reading by reading aloud or telling a story to a trained therapy dog, with caregivers welcome to join.

  Severance Library

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 4:30 p.m.

  Free

• Kids Cafe: After School Snacks

  Children can stop in for after-school snacks served through a library and food bank partnership.

  Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kids, teens and families, until 4:30 p.m.

  Free

3:45 p.m.

• LEGO Club

  Kids build with LEGO bricks around a monthly challenge; adults are welcome too.

  Farr Regional Library, Greeley

  For kids, until 4:45 p.m.

  ClassesFree

4 p.m.

• Eaton Bookmobile Visit at Eaton Commons Park

  Browse books and media for adults, young adults and children, pick up holds, and use mobile library services.

  Eaton Public Library

  For families, until 5 p.m.

  Free

• Save a Special Seat/Guardar un Asiento Especial

  Participants personalize mini rocking chairs or benches with a loved one’s name or a prewritten message for a shared remembrance display.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For kids, teens, families and adults, until 5 p.m.

  ArtsFree

• Tweentober: Trick or Treat Mini Golf

  Show off a costume while playing the library’s mini golf course and collecting tricks or treats.

  Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

  For kids and teens, until 5:30 p.m.

  GamesFree

• Pet Memorial Portraits for Dia de Muertos

  Paint a portrait of a pet in remembrance for Día de Muertos; materials are provided and all ages are welcome.

  Centennial Park Library, Greeley

  For kids, teens and families, until 7 p.m.

  ArtsFree

4:15 p.m.

• Science Explorers! K-2

  Hands-on science activities and experiments introduce different concepts, from solar art and density to solubility and melting points.

  Erie Community Library

  For kids, until 5 p.m.

  ClassesFree

4:30 p.m.

• Not Your Boring Book Club

  A children’s book club lets readers choose a spooky story to read with the lights on or in the dark.

  Windsor Library

  For kids, until 5:30 p.m.

  BooksFree

5 p.m.

• Murder at Shade Hallow Manor

  A Halloween mystery game unfolds at a reportedly haunted mansion, where townspeople disagree about turning it into a spooky bed and breakfast.

  Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

  For kids and teens, until 7 p.m.

  Free

5:30 p.m.

• Trick or Treat at the CIC

  A family Halloween event offers a spooky storytime, kids’ activities, local resource information and candy from decorated doors at community nonprofits.

  Community Impact Center 525 West Oak St. Fort Collins CO 80521

  For families, until 7:30 p.m.

  HolidayFree

5:45 p.m.

• RUN CLUB

  A group run welcomes all activity levels, including walkers and faster runners, and allows dogs.

  Odell Brewing Company, Fort Collins

  For families

  ArtsFree

7 p.m.

• Trivia Night

  A trivia night lets players test their knowledge for beer tokens, gift cards and other prizes.

  Gilded Goat Brewing, Fort Collins

  For families, until 9 p.m.

  Food & drinkFree

• Weekly Bingo

  Free bingo features rounds with chances to win pizza slices or drinks, plus a final-round pizza prize.

  Slyce’s Speak Cheesy Lounge, Fort Collins

  For families, until 8:30 p.m.

  Food & drinkFree

All day

• Museum Exhibition | Colorado Community Threads: Reflections on Place and People.

  Textile artists from across Colorado share perspectives on the state’s history, places and sense of community.

  Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, Fort Collins

  For families

  ArtsFree

• Museum Exhibition | Kimono Matters: Materiality and Making

  An exhibition examines how kimono materials have shaped the garment’s place in fashion history and why it still matters today.

  Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, Fort Collins

  For families

  ArtsFree

9:30 a.m.

• Cuentos para Familia

  A Spanish-language storytime helps families practice early literacy through reading, singing and moving together.

  Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Erie Twinkle Babies

  A lap-sit storytime for babies and caregivers features age-appropriate songs, actions and books to support early literacy.

  Erie Community Library

  For babies and toddlers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Family Storytime

  A storytime for children and caregivers features books, songs and actions that support early literacy and a love of reading.

  Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

  For preschoolers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Mead Library Music and Movement

  Children and caregivers move together to music, using instruments and activities that build motor skills and early literacy.

  Mead Public Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Centennial Park Playdate Café

  Caregivers chat and share a snack while little ones enjoy unstructured play.

  Centennial Park Library, Greeley

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

10 a.m.

• Tiny Tots Crafts at the YMCA: Ghostly Puffy Painting

  Toddlers and caregivers make a friendly ghost with simple art supplies in a craft session designed to build creativity and fine-motor skills.

  Offsite Event, Estes Park

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  Free

• Babies and Books

  Severance Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Adaptive Storytime with ASL

  An adaptive storytime teaches American Sign Language words through songs, stories and activities, followed by free-choice play and time for caregivers to socialize.

  Windsor Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:45 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Council Tree Baby Storytime

  Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

  For babies and toddlers, until 10:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Harmony All Ages Storytime

  Harmony Library, Fort Collins

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Old Town Outdoor All Ages Storytime

  Old Town Library, Fort Collins

  For toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• LINC Tales for Tots

  Toddlers and caregivers enjoy stories, songs and activities that support early literacy, then take home a craft.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

  BooksFree

• Halloween Parade & Play

  Families are invited to join a library costume parade, followed by treats and games; costumes are optional.

  Mead Public Library

  For babies, toddlers and families, until 11 a.m.

  Free

• Messy Art

  Glenn A. Jones, M.D. Memorial Library in Johnstown

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 11 a.m.

  ArtsFree

• Playdate Cafe

  Caregivers relax while young children play, with opportunities to connect with children’s services staff and learn about early literacy and community resources.

  Farr Regional Library, Greeley

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and families, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Tales for Tots

  Grover Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

10:30 a.m.

• Stay and Play

  Severance Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  GamesFree

• Erie Tales for Tots Storytime

  A storytime for toddlers and caregivers pairs books, songs and actions to build early literacy and listening skills.

  Erie Community Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Twinkle Babies

  A baby storytime offers songs, stories and tools for supporting healthy development.

  Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

  For babies and toddlers, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

11 a.m.

• Council Tree Baby Storytime

  Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

  For babies and toddlers, until 11:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Harmony All Ages Storytime

  Harmony Library, Fort Collins

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Old Town Outdoor All Ages Storytime

  Old Town Library, Fort Collins

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11:30 a.m.

  Free

• Centennial Park Tales for Tots

  Toddlers and caregivers share books, songs and movement in a storytime that builds early literacy, followed by a take-home craft.

  Centennial Park Library, Greeley

  For babies and toddlers, until 11:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• LINC Music & Movement

  Preschoolers and caregivers move together through an active storytime with stories and music that support motor skills and early literacy.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11:30 a.m.

  BooksFree

1 p.m.

• Music and Movement

  Caregivers and children make music together through songs, dancing, instrument play and group music-making.

  Eaton Public Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 2 p.m.

  MusicFree

2 p.m.

• Playdate Cafe

  Caregivers relax over coffee or tea and can connect with staff and one another while their children enjoy unstructured play.

  Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 3 p.m.

  StorytimeFree

3 p.m.

• Eaton Bookmobile Visit at Eaton Elementary School

  A bookmobile stop offers books, media, library services, and materials for adults, young adults and children, with holds available for pickup.

  Eaton Public Library

  For families, until 3:50 p.m.

  Free

• Makerspace Open Studio

  A drop-in makerspace offers 3D printing, laser cutting, Cricut and hands-on crafts for makers of any skill level.

  Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

  For families, until 7 p.m.

  ClassesFree

3:30 p.m.

• Snack and Craft

  Middle and high school students can drop in for a snack and make MonsterMallows and Franken Gummies.

  Council Tree Library, Fort Collins

  For kids and teens, until 5:30 p.m.

  ArtsFree

• Kids Cafe: After School Snacks

  Children can stop in for after-school snacks served through a library and food bank partnership.

  Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kids, teens and families, until 4:30 p.m.

  Free

4 p.m.

• Eaton Bookmobile Visit at the Hawkstone Park

  The bookmobile brings books, media and library services to the park, where visitors can browse and pick up holds.

  Eaton Public Library

  For families, until 4:50 p.m.

  Free

• Board Game Club

  Players try a variety of age-appropriate board games, including Uno, Jenga, Pictopia and Dixit.

  Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

  For families, until 5 p.m.

  GamesFree

• Bookmobile: The Pines at Southmoor

  A public bookmobile stop offers checkouts, returns, computer access, printing and other library services.

  Outreach/Mobile Services, Greeley

  For families, until 5 p.m.

  BooksFree

• Save a Special Seat/Guardar un Asiento Especial

  Participants personalize mini rocking chairs or benches with a loved one’s name or a prewritten message for a shared remembrance display.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For kids, teens, families and adults, until 5 p.m.

  ArtsFree

• Teen Writing Club

  Teen writers practice creative writing through exercises, explore styles and story elements, and can receive feedback on their work.

  Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

  For kids and teens, until 5 p.m.

  ClassesFree

• Teentober Ghost Stories & Goodies

  Teens share spooky short stories and creepy tales over festive treats.

  Farr Regional Library, Greeley

  For kids and teens, until 5 p.m.

  Free

4:30 p.m.

• We Dream in Steam

  Windsor Library

  For kids, until 5:30 p.m.

  ClassesFree

• Chess Club

  Severance Library

  For kids and teens, until 5:30 p.m.

  GamesFree

5 p.m.

• Banner Fort Collins Medical Center Trunk or Treat

  A family Halloween gathering has candy for kids and a chance to connect with the community.

  Banner Fort Collins Medical Center

  For families, until 7 p.m.

  HolidayFree

• Teen Life Hacks: Adulting 101

  Teens and young adults build practical self-sufficiency skills, with this session focused on evaluating online news sources for credibility.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For kids, teens and adults, until 6:30 p.m.

  ClassesFree

5:30 p.m.

• The Night Before the Day of the Dead La Noche Antes del Día de los Muertos Author Storytime & Craft / Hora de Cuentos y Manualidad

  A bilingual family storytime features local author Natasha Wing reading her Day of the Dead book, followed by a themed craft.

  Old Town Library, Fort Collins

  For kids and families, until 6:30 p.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Lectores

  Spanish reading classes for children raised speaking Spanish at home build fluency and comprehension through guided reading, word practice, games and storytelling.

  Old Town Library, Fort Collins

  For kids, until 7 p.m.

  ArtsFree

6 p.m.

• Riverside Paws to Read

  Children read aloud to therapy dogs, which sit quietly and calmly as they listen.

  Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

  For kids and teens, until 7 p.m.

  Free

• Get to Know Cricut

  Beginners learn to design in Cricut Design Space and explore techniques using different materials.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For kids, teens and adults, until 7:30 p.m.

  ClassesFree

6:30 p.m.

• Bingo Night at the Goat

  Bingo players compete for gift cards, beer, brewery merchandise and other prizes.

  Gilded Goat Brewing - Midtown, Fort Collins

  For families, until 8:30 p.m.

  Free

All day

• Museum Exhibition | Colorado Community Threads: Reflections on Place and People.

  Textile artists from across Colorado share perspectives on the state’s history, places and sense of community.

  Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, Fort Collins

  For families

  ArtsFree

• Museum Exhibition | Kimono Matters: Materiality and Making

  An exhibition examines how kimono materials have shaped the garment’s place in fashion history and why it still matters today.

  Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, Fort Collins

  For families

  ArtsFree

9:30 a.m.

• Centennial Park Twinkle Babies

  A baby-focused storytime with songs and stories, plus guidance on supporting healthy development.

  Centennial Park Library, Greeley

  For babies and toddlers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Erie Tales for Tots Storytime

  A storytime for toddlers and caregivers with books, songs and actions that build early literacy and a love of reading.

  Erie Community Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Farr Twinkle Babies Storytime

  A lap-sit storytime for caregivers and babies, with songs, books, fingerplays and activities that support early literacy.

  Farr Regional Library, Greeley

  For babies and toddlers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Mead Library Family Storytime

  A family storytime features books, songs and actions that support early literacy and a love of reading.

  Mead Public Library

  For preschoolers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Riverside Family Storytime

  Children with caregivers enjoy books, songs and actions that support early literacy, in a storytime designed for children with longer attention spans.

  Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Twinkle Babies

  A baby storytime offers songs, stories and tools for supporting healthy development.

  Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

  For babies and toddlers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

10 a.m.

• Baby Storytime at Cubz Den Recreation Center

  A storytime introduces infants to early literacy and language through books, songs and rhymes, with social interaction.

  Estes Valley Community Center, Estes Park

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• PAWS for Reading

  Children practice reading aloud to a trained therapy dog, with caregivers welcome to read along.

  Windsor Library

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 11 a.m.

  Free

• Trick or Trot 5K

  A community Halloween 5K features costume contests, prizes, free food and photo opportunities.

  Greeley Campus

  For families, until noon

  NightlifeFree

• Old Town Outdoor Bilingual Storytime/Hora del cuento bilingüe al aire libre

  Old Town Library, Fort Collins

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• LINC Music & Movement

  Preschoolers and caregivers move together through an active storytime with stories and music that support motor skills and early literacy.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

  BooksFree

• Youth Biz

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For kids and teens, until 11:30 a.m.

  ClassesFree

• Makerspace Open Studio

  A drop-in makerspace offers 3D printing, laser cutting, Cricut and hands-on crafts for makers of any skill level.

  Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

  For families, until 2 p.m.

  ClassesFree

10:30 a.m.

• Storytime at the Cubz Den Recreation Center

  Storytime for young children and their caregivers features songs, movement activities, puppets and stories to encourage a love of books and language.

  Estes Valley Community Center, Estes Park

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Centennial Park Music & Movement

  Children and parents or caregivers get up and move together in a program open to all ages.

  Centennial Park Library, Greeley

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Farr Twinkle Babies Storytime

  A lap-sit storytime for caregivers and babies, with songs, books, fingerplays and activities that support early literacy.

  Farr Regional Library, Greeley

  For babies and toddlers, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Tales for Tots

  Toddlers and caregivers share stories, songs and fingerplays that build early literacy and listening skills.

  Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

  For babies and toddlers, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

11 a.m.

• Old Town Outdoor Bilingual Storytime/Hora del cuento bilingüe al aire libre

  Old Town Library, Fort Collins

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• LINC Tales for Tots

  Toddlers and caregivers enjoy stories, songs and activities that support early literacy, then take home a craft.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11:30 a.m.

  BooksFree

• Babytime

  Pre-walkers and their grown-ups share songs, rhymes, lap bounces and a story, followed by open play.

  Glenn A. Jones, M.D. Memorial Library in Johnstown

  For babies and toddlers, until noon

  StorytimeFree

• Kids Crafts

  Children try simple crafts and practice gluing, cutting and coloring.

  Eaton Public Library

  For preschoolers and kids, until noon

  ArtsFree

2:45 p.m.

• Middle School Hangout

  A relaxed after-school hangout for middle schoolers features arts and crafts, video games, board games and time with friends.

  Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

  For kids, until 3:45 p.m.

  Free

3 p.m.

• Library 101

  A practical introduction to using the library covers catalog searches, finding items on shelves, recommendations and digital resources.

  Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

  For kids, teens, families and adults, until 4 p.m.

  BooksFree

3:30 p.m.

• PAWS for Reading

  Children practice reading aloud to a trained therapy dog, with caregivers welcome to read along.

  Windsor Library

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 4:30 p.m.

  Free

• Kids Cafe: After School Snacks

  Children can stop in for after-school snacks served through a library and food bank partnership.

  Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kids, teens and families, until 4:30 p.m.

  Free

• Teen/Tween Ghost Paint and Sip

  Teens and tweens paint friendly spirits onto a classic printed painting and make a custom soda to sip.

  Eaton Public Library

  For kids and teens, until 4:30 p.m.

  ArtsFree

• Become a Runway Rebel: Design, Sew and Upcycle

  A fashion program teaches design and sewing as students upcycle old clothes into a collection for a runway show.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For kids and teens, until 6:30 p.m.

  ArtsFree

4 p.m.

• Save a Special Seat/Guardar un Asiento Especial

  Participants personalize mini rocking chairs or benches with a loved one’s name or a prewritten message for a shared remembrance display.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For kids, teens, families and adults, until 5 p.m.

  ArtsFree

4:15 p.m.

• Erie Family Storytime

  Books, songs and activities support early literacy at a storytime designed for toddlers and preschoolers, with all welcome.

  Erie Community Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 4:45 p.m.

  StorytimeFree

4:30 p.m.

• The History and the Sport of Pack Burro Racing with ReDONKulous Ranch Sanctuary & Rescue, Inc.

  Ranch rescuers explain the history and partnership behind pack burro racing, answer questions and may introduce a racing burro.

  Erie Community Library

  For families, until 6:30 p.m.

  ClassesFree

5 p.m.

• Plaster of Paris Sugar Skulls: Honoring Tradition Through Lasting Art

  Participants decorate plaster skulls with acrylic paints and traditional designs to create lasting Día de los Muertos keepsakes.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For families, until 7 p.m.

  ArtsFree

5:30 p.m.

• Stamp Making with NoCo Nautilus Youth Group

  LGBTQIA+ youth and allies carve stamps from erasers and rubber in a supportive drop-in group.

  Old Town Library, Fort Collins

  For kids and teens, until 7:30 p.m.

  ArtsFree

6 p.m.

• Halloween Bingo Party

  A Halloween-themed bingo party features spooky prizes, an apple-spice slushie and a costume contest.

  Breckenridge Brewery, Fort Collins

  For families

  HolidayFree

All day

• Trunk or Treat (All Ages)

  A free Trunk-or-Treat welcomes costumed families and guests of all ages.

  West Parking Lot of Foothills Unitarian Church & Playcrafter Kids, Fort Collins

  For families

  HolidayFree

• Museum Exhibition | Colorado Community Threads: Reflections on Place and People.

  Textile artists from across Colorado share perspectives on the state’s history, places and sense of community.

  Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, Fort Collins

  For families

  ArtsFree

• Museum Exhibition | Kimono Matters: Materiality and Making

  An exhibition examines how kimono materials have shaped the garment’s place in fashion history and why it still matters today.

  Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, Fort Collins

  For families

  ArtsFree

9:30 a.m.

• Babies and Books

  Windsor Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Tinker Tots

  Harmony Library, Fort Collins

  For preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

  ClassesFree

10 a.m.

• PAWS for Reading

  Children practice reading aloud to a trained therapy dog, with caregivers welcome to read along.

  Windsor Library

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 11 a.m.

  Free

• Stay and Play

  Windsor Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

  GamesFree

• Old Town Outdoor Mindful Movement Storytime

  Old Town Library, Fort Collins

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Stay and Play

  Glenn A. Jones, M.D. Memorial Library in Milliken

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids, until 11 a.m.

  ArtsFree

• Wiggle Worms

  Eaton Public Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11 a.m.

  MusicFree

• Halloween Dance Party

  A library Halloween party includes dancing, activities, treats and a costume parade.

  Carbon Valley Regional Library, Firestone

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers and families, until noon

  MusicFree

• Makerspace Open Studio

  A drop-in makerspace offers 3D printing, laser cutting, Cricut and hands-on crafts for makers of any skill level.

  Fort Lupton Public & School Library - Public Branch

  For families, until 2 p.m.

  ClassesFree

10:30 a.m.

• Farr Family Storytime

  Stories, songs and rhymes build early literacy skills for children and their caregivers.

  Farr Regional Library, Greeley

  For families, until 11 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

11 a.m.

• Old Town Outdoor Mindful Movement Storytime

  Old Town Library, Fort Collins

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 11:30 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

• Tinker Tots

  Harmony Library, Fort Collins

  For preschoolers, until noon

  ClassesFree

• LINC Mini-Makers STEAM Storytime

  Preschoolers and caregivers explore age-appropriate STEAM concepts through stories and hands-on activities.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For preschoolers and kids, until 11:45 a.m.

  BooksFree

3 p.m.

• Mischief Night w/Live Music by Equally Challenged

  A Halloween night features a live set by Equally Challenged, a costume contest, food and drinks, and a Queen of Hearts raffle.

  American Legion Post 119, Estes Park

  For kids and families, until 9 p.m.

  FestivalsFree

• Beyond the Classroom: Ghosts & Gourds

  A hands-on enrichment session for homeschoolers and online learners features STEM, arts and crafts, including ghost- and pumpkin-themed creations.

  Centennial Park Library, Greeley

  For kids, until 4 p.m.

  ArtsFree

3:30 p.m.

• Kids Cafe: After School Snacks

  Children can stop in for after-school snacks served through a library and food bank partnership.

  Riverside Library and Cultural Center, Evans

  For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kids, teens and families, until 4:30 p.m.

  Free

4 p.m.

• Save a Special Seat/Guardar un Asiento Especial

  Participants personalize mini rocking chairs or benches with a loved one’s name or a prewritten message for a shared remembrance display.

  LINC Library Innovation Center, Greeley

  For kids, teens, families and adults, until 5 p.m.

  ArtsFree

4:30 p.m.

• Friday Live Music: Andrew Tuszynski

  Andrew Tuszynski performs live in the winery's tasting room.

  Snowy Peaks Winery, Estes Park

  For kids and families, until 6:30 p.m.

  ArtsFree

5:30 p.m.

• Teen Afterhours: Dead Beats Zombie Party

  Teens can dance, play zombie-themed games and make spooky crafts at an undead-themed library rave, with snacks and supplies provided.

  Mead Public Library

  For kids and teens, until 7:30 p.m.

  ArtsFree