Children can take part in two fun activities coming up at Alexandra and Cromwell libraries; a teddy bear sleepover and Halloween session.

For ‘The Great Teddy Bear Sleepover’ teddies can be dropped off on Friday October 27 between 4pm and 5pm and then collected the next morning at 10.30am.

When children come to pick up their toys, there will be a bring your own picnic, along with a story time and chat about what the toys got up to overnight.

On Halloween, children are invited to come along to the library in their favourite costume for some stories, songs, a craft activity and a treat. 

A spokesperson from Alexandra Library said the event would be not-too-spooky, but more about favourite book characters, sharing stories and enjoying being together.

Bookings are required for the Halloween session on Tuesday October 31 from 3pm - 4.30pm. Under fives need to be accompanied by an adult.  

With Halloween coming up, a Central Otago parent, has suggested households who welcome trick or treat visitors put out a balloon or decoration at the letterbox.

A sleepover for teddy bears will soon be hosted at Alexandra and Cromwell libraries and a Halloween dress-up event will follow. PHOTO: Central App

She said a sense of creative fun and community enjoyment could come out of Halloween, even if it was something that was a bit new to the district. 

For more information visit Central Otago and Queenstown Lakes Libraries What’s On page.

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