Happy Ducktober! Come decorate and dress up a rubber duck for Halloween. This craft will be available all day (while supplies last), stop by the North Quincy Desk to ask for a duck to decorate! This program is made possible by the generous sponsorship of the Friends of the Thomas Crane Public Library. To find out more about their work and how you can get involved, visit the Friends of the Library webpage .
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Shop gently used books, audiobooks, CDs and DVDs at the volunteer-run Friends Bookstore in the Main Library atrium, with all proceeds supporting free library events for all ages.
English conversation practice in the Main Library classroom covering everyday topics, vocabulary, pronunciation, and socializing for ages 18 and up.
Spooky Halloween craft activity in the Story Hour Room, open all day for ages 3–12, drop‑in, no registration required.
Drop-In Craft at Boston Public Market — craft activities for ages 3–13.
Night bazaar at Thomas Crane Library features tarot readings, face painting, mini games, crafts, a juggling clown, a cash bar, free admission, for ages 21+.
Drop by the Main Library Children's Room for self‑directed science experiments and literacy games, materials provided, sponsored by Friends of the Thomas Crane Public Library, for ages 3–12.
Gentle stretching, a story song, and character‑based yoga poses guide caregivers and 3‑5‑year‑olds through breathing and a brief Savasana in the Main Library meeting room, for ages 3–5.
Community Connections: DV Awareness Month at North Quincy Library — meet ATASK and DOVE representatives while making up to two friendship bracelets each, ages 18+.
Sensory‑friendly carnival games and activities welcome all ages at BCI’s new Quincy Learning Center.
Sensory-friendly carnival-themed activities at BCI’s new Quincy Learning Center showcase ABA therapy services for children with autism and Down syndrome.
Dress in Halloween costume, trick‑or‑treat through the library for stickers at each desk, then gather for a spooky storytime with Rona Leventhal, for ages 3–12.
Sticker-Treat event followed by Rona Leventhal’s spooky storytime featuring goblins, giggles, and monster riddles, Community Meeting Room, Main Library, Quincy, for ages 4 and up.
