Join us for this free and fun reading-themed event as part of our October Half Term programme

Reading Screams at Southam Library

Our Reading Screams event provides a free, fun, creative, and accessible session during the school holidays.

This event is great for:

- Helping children unleash their creativity through Halloween‑themed, story‑based activities

- Encouraging a love of reading by connecting eerie tales with fun, hands‑on creative experiences

- Supporting reading, learning, and curiosity during the October Half Term

- Discovering what our libraries offer

This event is part of our October Half Term programme taking place across all Warwickshire Libraries. See what else is happening across the county on Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/may-half-term-events-4810884). This holiday’s theme is Reading Screams, where we invite families to leap into a world of spooky imagination.

Time: 2:00pm-3:00pm

Date: friday 30th October 2026

Age: 4-11 year olds (Please note: children must be accompanied by an adult at all times)

Booking: This is a drop-in event, so booking is not required. If you do choose to book a ticket, please be aware that it does not guarantee you a space. Participation will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

About Southam Library & Information Service

View our opening hours (https://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/southamlibrary)

Accessible public toilets available

Call us: 0300 555 8171

Email us: libraryenquiryteam@warwickshire.gov.uk

Disabled access features (https://www.accessable.co.uk/warwickshire-county-council/access-guides/southam-library)

Floor Plan (https://api.warwickshire.gov.uk/documents/WCCC-2082369270-110)

Social Story (https://api.warwickshire.gov.uk/documents/WCCC-2082369270-145)

About Warwickshire Libraries

Warwickshire Libraries offer a wide range of events and services to inspire, educate, and connect our communities. From storytimes and coding clubs to author talks and local history sessions, there’s something for everyone.

You can join the library for free in person (https://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/libraries-2/join-library/2) or online (https://library.warwickshire.gov.uk/protected/join-the-library). Don’t forget that with your library membership you can access lots of physical and online resources for free!

- See all of our events on Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/warwickshire-library-information-service-71495569053#collections)

- Visit our website (https://library.warwickshire.gov.uk/)

- Follow us on social media: Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/warwickshirelibraries?locale=en_GB), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/warwickshire_libraries/) and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@WarwickshireLibraries)

- Email us: libraryenquiryteam@warwickshire.gov.uk

- Call us: 0300 555 8171

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