Literary Costume Ball (18+)

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Age Group:

Adults, 55 and up

Program Description

Event Details

Join us for our Second Annual Literary Ball! Guests 18 and up can enjoy a live DJ, a book fair featuring local independent bookstores, and book-themed crafts. Plus, get your photo taken in the stacks by a professional photographer.  This event will be held after the library closes. 

Costumes are not required but if you do dress up, you can join the cosplay contest. 

Schedule of activities: 

  • 7:30-10:00 p.m.: Mini Book Fair featuring The Book Burrow, Birdhouse Books, and Curio Mrvosa
  • 7:30-10:00 p.m.: Book-themed crafts
  • 7:30-10:00 p.m.: Book swap: Bring up to 5 books for our book swap station and pick out some new-to-you reads
  • 7:30-10:00 p.m.: Quiet Reading Room
  • 8:30-9:00 p.m.: Get your photo taken in the stacks
  • 9:30 p.m.: Win a trophy at our Cosplay Contest

Cosplay categories: 

  • Best Comic- or Manga-themed Costume
  • Best Classical Literature Costume
  • Best Sci-fi costume
  • Best Fantasy costume
  • Best Romantasy costume
  • Best Romance costume
  • Best Couples costume
  • Best Horror costume
  • Best Mystery costume
  • Best Kid/YA Literature Costume
  • Judges’ Choice (three awards)

Disclaimer(s)

This program is for those 18 and up only. Children are not allowed in the meeting room during adult events. We apologize for any inconvenience.

We welcome all abilities - if there is anything we can do to accommodate your specific needs, please let us know in advance. We will do our best to ensure you have a wonderful experience and are supported by our team during your time at our events.