October 2023

Halloween crafts

Look no further than the library to pass the time this half term!

Children can visit any Bedford Borough Library during staffed hours where they can do free craft activities. There are all sorts on offer, from Halloween lanterns to foam pumpkins, plus the regular Lego Clubs and Sunday Funday. You can also do a Halloween treasure hunt in all libraries!

No need to book, just turn up. Find craft activity times for each library, below.

Bedford Central Library

Bromham Library

Kempston Library

Putnoe Library

Wootton Library

Spooktacular Story Times

Join us for Halloween themed Story Times!

All libraries are holding special sessions with spooky stories and rhymes during half term. All Story Times are free to attend and they’re suitable for cruisers (toddlers who are up and walking) and older siblings. Remember to ask staff for the Halloween treasure hunt while you’re at the library!

Dressing up isn’t mandatory, but it is encouraged…for parents and carers as well as children!

Check Story Time dates and times

Autumn comfort food

Darker nights mean slow cookers and trying out new recipes.

We have hundreds of cookery books to borrow, from titles by celebrity chefs to books focusing on special diets, plus magazines like BBC Good Food. You can also download e-books and magazines including Feel Good Food by Joe Wicks, Olive, and Delicious using the Libby app.

Download the library app to search for books, or look on Arena, our online catalogue.

Search for books on our catalogue