Celebrating a world of Hobbits

NAMPA — Families are invited to enjoy J.R.R. Tolkien’s world of adventure with an event dedicated to two of his most famous characters, Bilbo Baggins and Frodo Baggins.

Why? It’s their “birthday,” according to a release from Nampa Public Library. The event is on Sunday and spans from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the library — 215 12th Ave. S.

“Embrace the spirit of adventure by dressing up as your favorite character from The Hobbit or The Lord of the Rings and immerse yourself in a day of magical festivities,” the release states.

The activities, with refreshments starting at 11 a.m., are as follows:

11 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Play games such as Prancing Pony Ping-Pong and Lord of the Rings Toss, enjoy arts and crafts stations, and see what the library calls an impressive LEGO display on the third floor11:30 a.m. — Trivia with Gandalf — the trivia is “specially designed for youth,” according to the releaseNoon — Compete in an all-ages costume contest12:30-2:30 p.m. — Listen to live Celtic music from Ceol de Luain and dance like your true hobbit1:30 p.m. — Trivia, this time for adult readers, with Gandalf as host2:30 p.m. — There will be a prize drawing. Every attendee receives a raffle ticket for joining the festivities

Nampa Public Library thanks the event sponsors: Messenger Pizza, Holy Oly Os Mini Donuts and Flying M Coffee.

“We look forward to celebrating this festive occasion with you at the Nampa Public Library,” the release states. “Bring your family and friends for a day filled with laughter, music and adventure.”