Thomas Crane Public Library
October 2026  |  Volume 23  |  Issue 10
All TCPL locations will be CLOSED Monday, October 12
for Indigenous People’s Day
Start your Halloweekend off at the Thomas Crane Public Library for a creepy carnival and cursed fun on Friday, October 30, from 6:30 - 8:30 PM. There will be free snacks, a cash bar, eerie tarot readings, spooky face painting, mini games and prizes, crafts, and a roving juggler!
 
FREE ADMISSION. This event is for guests 21+ only.
Photo ID Required for cash bar. No exceptions.
Tuesday, October 13 | 6 - 8 PM
Join us in celebration of the end of Quabbin Days 2026 for a screening and discussion of "Memories Flow Beneath It" (2025). This film details the history of the Quabbin Reservoir, which flooded four towns in Western Massachusetts to supply water to the Boston area.
Thursday, October 15 | 7 - 8 PM
Explore how Miles Davis and other artists reshaped the sound of jazz and launched generations of groundbreaking musicians. Features live piano demonstrations illustrating key improvisation concepts.
Tuesday, October 20 | 6:30 - 8 PM
With election season coming up, we invite all community members to this informative presentation about democracy and voting rights, the history of voting rights, where we are now, and what needs to be done to protect voting rights.
Featured Events
Community Connections: DV Awareness Month
 
Drop In Crafternoon: Paint-A-Ghost @ NQ
Saturday, October 10 | 3 - 4 PM | North Quincy Library
 
Navigating MassCareers with EOVS (Job Search Help)
Monday, October 19 | 7 - 8 PM | Main Library
 
Tuesday, October 20 | 6:30 - 8 PM | North Quincy Library | REGISTER HERE
 
Wednesday, October 21 | 6:30 - 8 PM | Main Library | REGISTER HERE
 
Thursday, October 22 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM | Main Library | Bimonthly
October 2026 Print Calendar
All Upcoming Events

Literacy & ESOL
 Literacy Volunteer Tutor
Information Sessions
Want to Make a Real Difference? Help an Adult Build Stronger Reading & Writing Skills! Join us for an upcoming Information Session to learn more about this rewarding volunteer opportunity.
 
No teaching experience required—just a willingness to help and a desire to make a difference.
 
 
Upcoming Sessions:
 
It’s Never Too Late to Learn to Read: Free Tutoring for Adults
If you or someone you know struggles with reading and writing, we can help!
Our literacy program pairs students with a free tutor who will meet you at a library near you for 2 hours each week, giving you the chance to discover, learn, and achieve your goals.
Learn at your own pace!
 
Call 617-376-1314 to learn more.
 Walk & Talk: Scavenger Hunt!
Join us for a fun scavenger hunt around Quincy center for Walk & Talk!
 
 
Meet in front of the library at 10 AM.
The group leaves at 10:15 AM.
Questions?
Phone:  617-376-3295  |  Text:  857-310-7612  |  Email:  esol@tcplquincy.org
View Literacy & ESOL Events

Teen Events
Saturday, October 3 | 3 - 4 PM | Main Library | Grades 6 - 12
 
TEEN Cranium Craftspace: Mini Pumpkin Decorating
Wednesday, October 14 | 1:30 - 2:30 PM | Main Library
 
TEEN Mini Pumpkin Painting @ North Quincy
Thursday, October 15 | 3 - 4 PM | North Quincy Library
 
TEEN Crafternoon: Graveyard Cupcakes
Tuesday, October 20 | 3 - 4 PM | Main Library
 
TEEN Halloween Slime @ North Quincy
Thursday, October 22 | 3 - 4 PM | North Quincy Library
Teen Oct 2026 Calendar
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Children's Events
Tween Advisory Council 
Thursday, October 1 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM | Main Library | Grades 4 - 8
 
Tuesday, October 20 | 3 - 4 PM | North Quincy Library | Grades K - 2
Sticker Treat 
Saturday, October 24 | 3 - 3:30 PM | Main Library | Ages 0 - 13
 
Goblins and Giggles Storytime 
Saturday, October 24 | 3:30 - 4:30 PM | Main Library | Ages 4+
 
Saturday, October 31 | 9 AM - 5 PM | North Quincy Library | Ages 5+
17th Annual Great Pumpkin Character Contest
We want to show off your pumpkins! At home, decorate a small pumpkin as your favorite character and bring it into the Main Library Children’s Room for display and win a prize!
DROP OFF PUMPKINS: Oct 16 - Oct 23
 
PICK UP PUMPKINS: Oct 27 - Oct 30 
 
 
No pierced or cut pumpkins will be accepted.
Kids Oct 2026 Calendar
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