PIERCE COUNTY LIBRARY — – Children and families will have fun learning during hands-on Halloween events at Pierce County Library System. Friends of the Libraries sponsor these free events.

Graham Pierce County Library, 9202 224th St. E.
Saturday, Oct. 20, 2 – 3 p.m. Pirate Pumpkin Party
Ages 7 – 12 will learn to talk pirate, decorate pumpkins, play pirate games and have a chance at the treasure chest. Pirate costumes encouraged. Registration required. Register at the library. 

Lakewood Pierce County Library, 6300 Wildaire Road S.W.
Saturday, Oct. 27, 2 p.m. The Reptile Man
All ages will learn all about reptiles in an interactive, fun event with The Reptile Man, Scott Peterson.  

Parkland/Spanaway Pierce County Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S.
Wednesday, Oct. 24, 7 p.m. Spooky Stories after Dark
Ages 5 and up will nibble on treats while the Fireside Story League tells spine-tingling tales.  

South Hill Pierce County Library, 15420 Meridian E.
Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2 – 4 p.m. Monster Mash
Ages 6 – 12 will scare up a snack, dance, play and create at a costume party.  

Summit Pierce County Library, 5107 112th St. E
Tuesday, Oct. 30, 4 – 5 p.m. Spooky Story Time
Gentle Halloween stories, rhymes, songs, a light snack and a craft activity for preschool children accompanied by an adult. Costumes encouraged.
Wednesday, Oct. 31, 4 – 7 p.m. Goosebumps Halloween Party
Ages 7 and up will enjoy a Goosebumps movie, snacks, games and prizes. Costumes encouraged.  

Sumner Pierce County Library, 1116 Fryar Ave.
Wednesday, Oct. 31, 6 – 8 p.m. Bilingual Movie Night – Halloween
Families will eat refreshments and watch a movie with Spanish subtitles. Costumes encouraged. Registration required. Register online @ http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/calendar
Friday, Nov. 2, 4 – 5:30 p.m. Day of the Dead Celebration
All ages will decorate a sugar skull and enjoy hot chocolate with the traditional day of the dead bread. Registration required. Register online @ http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/calendar  

Tillicum Pierce County Library, 14916 Washington Ave. S.W.
Saturday, Oct. 20, 2 p.m. Day of the Dead Celebration
All ages will celebrate this Mexican cultural tradition.