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News Release

Stop by the Milford Public Library and see the display of Halloween movies. The library has lots to choose from: classics like Dracula, The Mummy (several versions) and Frankenstein. If patrons prefer monster movies, the library has The Blob, Creature from the Black Lagoon and Tremors. Stephen King favorites, Cujo, Firestarter and The Shining are all available to check out. Also the three Conjuring DVDs, Poltergeist and Scream are available. There are children’s favorites too. It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, Casper and Scooby Doo. Happy Halloween, Scooby Doo. Come in soon and check out some great scary fun.

Donations For Halloween

If interested in donating to the library; the library is accepting full sized candy bars and monetary donations to be used for treats. Patrons may donate at the adult circulation desk. The library is going to celebrate “Trick-or-Treat…All Week!” From Oct. 25 through Oct. 30, children under age 18 are invited to dress up in their Halloween costumes and trick-or-treat at the library. There will be a Halloween craft and a sweet treat for each child, while the supply lasts. The library staff thanks its patrons in advance for the donations and generosity.

We’re Hiring

Join the team. The Milford Public Library has an open position for a part-time clerk to work in the adult and children’s departments. Applications are available at the adult circulation desk. Apply in person at The Milford Public Library, 101 North Main Street or call (574) 658-4312.

Virtual Story Time on Oct. 13 at 10:30 a.m.

Join the library on ZOOM for story time. This week’s theme is “Pumpkins.” Join Miss Trisha as she reads all about big, beautiful, orange pumpkins. Participates will make a pumpkin-themed craft and have a snack together. Story time is a free program for children ages 3-6. Sign up at the children’s circulation desk today to receive the ZOOM link. Make-and-take craft packets for story time will be available for pick up at the children’s circulation desk prior to the session. No library card needed.

October Lego Challenge

In the spirit of Halloween, for this month, the library is challenging the crew to build a pumpkin out of Legos. A participates pumpkin can be 2D or 3D, it can have a face or not, it could be big or little. Get creative and use imagination, the library is so excited to see what is created. After finishing building the Lego pumpkins, submit a photo to [email protected] by Oct. 25 for a chance to win a new Lego Kit. Staff will then vote for the winning submission and the winner will be announced. No library card needed. For ages 18 & under.