Mountain View Regional Library Hosts Spooky Fun and Science

By Kelly Johnson

As Halloween approaches, the Mountain View Regional Library is gearing up for festive events designed for all ages, from preschoolers to teens.

Upcoming Events

• BOOgie Woogie Dance Party

  • Date: Friday, October 23
  • Time: 10:30 AM
  • Details: This dance party, hosted by Rhythm Dance Center, invites preschoolers (ages 3-5) to enjoy games and monster dances. Costumes are encouraged for an extra touch of fun.

• Spooky Senses for Teens

  • Date: Tuesday, October 27
  • Time: 5 PM
  • Details: Teens (ages 12-17) will explore sensory experiences related to horror, create their own spooky spell, and enjoy an evening of eerie fun.

• Meteorites: Rocks from Space!

  • Date: Thursday, October 22
  • Time: 4 PM
  • Details: Designed for kids ages 6-12, this event features book readings and a Q&A with NASA Solar System Ambassador Chris Thompson. Participants will also take home a meteorite sample.

• Halloween Science Spooktacular

  • Date: Tuesday, October 27
  • Time: 3:30 PM
  • Details: Children will engage in science-based mysteries and investigative activities led by Georgia Highlands College students. Note: This event is currently at capacity, and registered guardians must attend.

Additional Programs

Before the Halloween festivities, the library has organized several other activities:

• Page Turners Book Group

  • Date: Wednesday, October 7
  • Time: 10:30 AM
  • Theme: Chilling Mysteries

• Scribbles and the Journey Home

  • Date: Wednesday, October 14
  • Time: 2:00 PM

• Mountain View Mahjong Meetup

  • Date: Wednesday, October 21
  • Time: 5:30 PM

For inquiries about events, or to view the full October schedule, visit Cobb County Events.

Location and Contact Information

Mountain View Regional Library
3320 Sandy Plains Road
Marietta, Georgia 30066
+1 770 509 2725

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October 2026 Event Schedule

WEEK 1

• October 01: Thursday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• October 02: Friday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• October 03: Saturday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

WEEK 2

Details to follow.

WEEK 3

Details to follow.

WEEK 4

• October 18: Sunday, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• October 19: Monday, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• October 20: Tuesday, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Family Storytime: 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
  • Dungeons and Dragons and Beyond: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• October 21: Wednesday, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Baby Storytime: 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
  • Mountain View Mahjong Meetup: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
• October 22: Thursday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Meteorites: Rocks from Space! 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• October 23: Friday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • BOOgie Woogie Dance Party: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
• October 24: Saturday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

WEEK 5

• October 25: Sunday, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• October 26: Monday, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• October 27: Tuesday, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Family Storytime: 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
  • Halloween Science Spooktacular: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
  • Spooky Senses for Teens: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• October 28: Wednesday, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Baby Storytime: 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
• October 29: Thursday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• October 30: Friday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• October 31: Saturday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (HALLOWEEN)

This schedule was compiled as of September 2026.

Kelly Johnson, a Cobb resident since 1999, creates enriching content through Chaos Studio Seven, contributing to community awareness and education.