
Sprout's Halloween Surprise with author Susan Hughes
Mon 27 - Fri 31 Oct
Derby Libraries
Prices: Free - booking essential
About the Event
Join author Susan Hughes for some Halloween fun this half term.
Story-telling and and children's craft activity based on Susan Hughes book, Sprout's Halloween Surprise!
Everyone is excited for Halloween, including Sprout, until he is told by Pumpkin and Apple that sprouts are just for Christmas! Sprout needs to come up with an idea quickly if he wants to join the Halloween fun. But will it be a trick or a treat? And can he proved that sprouts aren't just for Christmas? He may be small in size but he's big in surprise!
Susan lives in Derbyshire and has a background in primary and early years education. She's passionate about young children learning through play and for reading to be fun! She loves to write fun and engaging stories for children and grown-ups to share together.
Recommended for children aged 3-7
- Mickleover Library, Mon 27 Oct 2:30pm - 3:30pm: 01332 647884,
- Allestree Library, Thurs 30 Oct 10:30 am – 11:30 am: 01332 559761.
- Alvaston Library, Fri 31 Oct 2-3pm: 01332 647920
The event is free but places must be booked in advance - please pop into the library or contact by phone. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Dates & Times
Sprout's Halloween Surprise with author Susan Hughes
Mon 27 Oct 2025, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Thu 30 Oct 2025, 10:30am - 11:30am
Fri 31 Oct 2025, 2pm - 3pm