Friends of Thomas Crane Public Library

10/16/2026

Things are getting spoooooky at the Friends Bookstore. Help get little ghosts and goblins in the spirit with a new-to-you book. 🎃👻

Open Mon, Wed, Fri 12:30-3:30
Thurs 9:30-12:30 and 5-8
Sat 9:30-3:30
in the Thomas Crane Public Library Atrium

10/14/2026

Our littlest readers love shopping for used books! The TCPL Friends Bookstore welcomes donations of children's books in good condition, including 📕 Board books, 📘 Picture books, 📗 Early Reader books and 📙 Chapter Books

Just drop in the Donation Bin located in the Atrium of the Thomas Crane Public Library (40 Washington Street Quincy, MA) during library operating hours

10/05/2026

Let Books Be. Protect the Freedom to Read.

October 4-10 is Banned Books Week, sponsored by The American Library Association. The Bookstore will have a selection of current and previously banned and challenged books on display.

To learn more, visit https://www.ala.org/bbooks

10/03/2026

👀 Did you see our Friends of the TCPL President, Jennifer Sammons, featured in The Quincy Sun last Thursday? Thanks to Sean Murphy for writing this piece highlighting how supporting the Friends actually supports all of Quincy.

If you missed it, read it online https://thequincysun.com/jennifer-sammons-leads-the-friends-of-thomas-crane/

10/03/2026

Join us at City of Quincy Food Truck Festival TOMORROW Oct 3. We'll be on the Olmstead Lawn at Thomas Crane Public Library from 12-4:30 with limited-edition TCPL bags and books available for purchase. Canvas tote bags are $20 with all proceeds used to fund library events and programs.

What's better than an afternoon of good food, good music and good books?

10/02/2026

🛍Your generosity can help our community thrive!

During October, Friends of TCPL will receive $1 for every $2.50 reusable Community Bag purchased at Stop & Shop at 495 Southern Artery. Each purchase helps us continue to support Thomas Crane Public Library

10/02/2026

Join us next Tuesday and share your “wonderland” favorites 🫖🐰🎩♠️♥️♣️♦️

Join us for the Great Quincy Bake-Off, Tuesday, October 6, from 7 - 8 PM at North Quincy Library. This month's theme is: Mad Tea Party!

Love to bake? Want to try new recipes and make new friends with other local foodies? Bake a recipe to share! All participants will have the opportunity to sample others' creations while sharing experiences or stories about their recipes! Participation is limited to patrons 18 and older.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Visit www.t.ly/De1EP to sign up.

10/01/2026

Get your gourds ready for Halloween 🎃

Our pumpkin contest is coming back!!

09/30/2026

Step right up…if you dare! After Hours at the Crane is back. Join us Friday, October 30 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM at the Main Library for a creepy carnival featuring free food, entertainment, and games! This event is for guests 21+. A photo ID is required for the cash bar. No exceptions.🎪🤡🎃

Visit https://t.ly/AfterHoursFall2026 to learn more 👻