Are you looking for a book inspire your Halloween costume, or learn about Dia de los muertos traditions?  The San José Public Library has lots of books to help you on your way to a Happy Halloween.

In addition, visit your local library to participate in fun crafts, and Halloween shows.   

Children

Celebrate pumpkin season with a story and art activity! Parents and children ages 3-8 are encouraged to join us for one of our many Pumpkin Story and Craft events.

If what you need is a trick-or-treat bag, or a Senor Calavera (Mr. Skull) mask, join us for “Kids Craft: Halloween / Dia de los muertos” at a San José Public Library Branch near you.

You may also want to enjoy one of our Halloween themed performers, such as the Halloween Wizard Show, or Spooky Halloween Science workshop.

Teen

Teens or tweens interested in creating a skull themed tote bag, can attend one of our Advanced Craft: Skull Bag essions in the months of October. 

If you enjoy crafting, you may also want to join in our Advanced Craft:Tin Art where we will cutting, shaping and coloring sheets of tin. 

Adults

Visit the 5th annual Day of the Dead exhibit at King Library- Day of the Dead 2011: The Art of Remembrance.