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“I'm not, like, a book guy, but isn't the point of all this book stuff like what Ms. Croft was teaching us—that unrestricted access to books allows us to be challenged and changed? To learn new things and to critically think about those things and not be afraid of them? To be better than we were before we read them?” ―David Connis, Suggested Reading
October is an action packed month at the HPL! We have the Banned Book Reading Challenge, OCLN Booktober Library Crawl, Holbrook's 1st Animal Ambassador Election, Our 1st DIY Gnome Sweet Gnome Art Show, and all of our regular monthly crafts, book discussions, StoryTimes, and so much more! We can't wait to see you in the library! |
Banned Book Reading Challenge
Tues. Oct. 1 - Fri. Oct. 31 Read Banned Books, Enter to Win Prizes! visit our website for complete details |
Voices & Votes Holbrook Animal Ambassador Election Tues Oct 1 - Thurs Oct. 30 visit our website for complete details *funded by MassHumanities & sponsored by the Museums on Main Street & the Smithsonian |
Gnome, Sweet Gnome DIY Art Show
Tues. Oct. 21 - Tues. Nov. 18 Art Show Nov. 19-Nov. 30 visit our website for complete details |
Youth Services Programs and Events |
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Toddler StoryTime with Ms. Steph
Fridays at 10:30am |
BabyTime with Ms. Steph
Tuesdays at 10:30am |
 Halloween Storytimewith Ms. Steph
Friday October 31 at 10:30am |
 HomeSchool MeetupThursday October 210:00am |
 Read to Polar BearThursdays at 4pm - 5pm |
 Dungeons & Dragons Saturday October 25 11:30am - 1:30pm |
 Tween Craft ClubSaturday October 2512:00pm |
 Homework with a TeenVisit our website for days/times |
 Teen Advisory Board Wednesday October 15 5:00pm |
 Halloween BobbleHeadsFriday October 1711:30am |
 Krafty Kidsall day drop-in
Every Wednesday 10:00am - 7:00pm |
 Franken-StitchTuesday October 215:00pm - 6:30pm |
 Book To ScreenTuesday October 284:30-5:30pm |
 Adult CrafterDarkThursday October 26:00pm |
 Adult CrafterDaySaturday October 410:30am |
 Adult CrafterDaySaturday October 1810:30am |
 Adult CrafterDarkThursday October 226:00pm |
 Holbrook Writer's GroupTuesday October 75:00pm |
 OCLN Booktober Library CrawlOctober 1 - October 31 |
 Cook the BookThurs. Oct. 96:00pm |
 Community ReadsWed. Oct.15 1:00pm |
 Climate ConversationsThurs. Oct. 166:00pm |
 Murder in the LibraryWed. Oct. 221:00pm |
 Sci Fri BooksSat. Oct. 2510:00am |
 Mocktails & Meet CutesWed. Oct. 29 5:45pm |
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Thank you, Nancy!
The Friends of the Holbrook Public Library held their annual meeting recently to update the members on all of the accomplishments over the past year and to hold elections for the Board leadership. Their long time leader, Nancy Warner, announced that she was going to step down from her role as Co-President. Nancy's leadership, dedication, and passion for supporting the Holbrook Public Library was inspiring and will be greatly missed. They are thankful for Nancy's willingness to remain a member of the Friends group and to continue her support of the organization. If you were inspired by Nancy's leadership and love of the Holbrook Public Library and are looking for ways to continue her work, the Friends are hoping to expand their group's membership. You can learn more about the Friends by visiting the library webpage or the Friends' Facebook page! |
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3rd Annual Mini Golf at the Library
The Holbrook Public Library Foundation would like to thank everyone that came to their 3rd annual Mini Golf at the Library Fundraiser! There were over 500 people that came by, played a round, and enjoyed some treats from the food trucks. It was an amazing night! They would also like to thank all of the generous sponsors of the event. Holbrook local businesses always turn out to support the community! Their sponsorships help to support ongoing efforts to improve the library building and resources. If you are interested in learning more about the Foundation, please visit the library website. They are welcoming new members! |
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(Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition Examining Democracy in America Coming to Holbrook! Holbrook Public Library and the surrounding community has been chosen by MassHumanities to host “Voices and Votes” as part of the Museum on Main Street program—a national/state/local partnership to bring exhibitions and programs to rural cultural organizations. The exhibition is only touring 6 communities in Massachusetts. Exhibition sections explore the origins of American democracy, the struggles to obtain and keep the vote, the machinery of democracy, the right to petition and protest beyond the ballot and the rights and responsibilities of citizens. “Voices and Votes” features historical and contemporary photos; educational and archival video; engaging multimedia interactives with short games; and historical objects like campaign souvenirs, voter memorabilia, and protest material. “‘Voice and Votes’ allows us to reflect on Holbrook's history and explore what it means to be an active participant in the governance of not only the country but also this community,” said Patty Conway, Project Director. “We want to convene conversations about and have developed local exhibitions and public programs to complement the Smithsonian exhibition.” Such free events include Holbrook's First Animal Ambassador Election, a Veterans' Day brunch honoring Holbrook's veterans and the female veterans being inducted into the Holbrook Hall of Fame, a Community Art Project, Weekly Coffee & Community hours, Holidays in Holbrook, and many more programs to be announced.. Opening at the Maple on Franklin building (120 North Franklin Street) on November 1, 2025, “Voices and Votes” will be open through Saturday December 13, 2025. If you would like to volunteer to help with the exhibit, please contact Patty at pconway@holbrook.ocln.org or visit the SignUp Genius page to volunteer. ( https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AAFAE29A4FDCF8-58561875-voices) |
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“Paws, Claws, Scales & Tales for Holbrook’s Cause!” - Celebrating Democracy
As part of Holbrook’s hosting of the Smithsonian's Voices and Votes: Democracy in America exhibit (Nov. 1–Dec. 13, 2025), we’re launching a community-powered Animal Ambassador Election! From fuzzy felines and loyal pups to talkative parrots, slithery snakes, fish with flair, and hamsters with heart—every pet has a voice in Holbrook! Join us in celebrating civic participation with a fun twist: vote for your favorite animal candidate to represent Holbrook as its very first honorary Animal Ambassador. Because democracy isn’t just for humans—it’s for whiskers, wings, and wagging tails too.
🗳️ Nominate a Pet:
Submit your animal candidate with a short bio, photo, and their “platform” (even imaginary ones!) on your DIY Campaign sign before Oct. 14, 2025
📅 Nominations Open: October 1, 2025
📅 Voting Opens: October 15, 2025
🎉 Winner Announced: November 1, 2025 — Opening day of the exhibit!
✅ How to Participate:
Visit the Holbrook Public Library to fill out nomination papers and to get your diy campaign sign
All ages can participate! This is a paws-itively inclusive event.
🧠 In Partnership With:
- Holbrook Public Library
- The Smithsonian Institution’s Museum on Main Street Program
- Mass Humanities |
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BOOKS BY MAIL
We offer delivery of library materials for home-bound patrons who are temporarily or permanently unable to come in to the library. If you wish to sign up for this service, please fill out an application form and patron profile. If you would like a paper form you can visit the circulation desk to pick one up in person, or use the forms attached below. Return your forms by mail, email or in person and we'll reach out to set up your delivery! |
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FALL CLEAN-UP
We had a great first day for our Fall Clean-up! Hostas were transplanted, invasive vines were eradicated, and so many irises were harvested to allow them to go home with some lucky library users and gardeners! Thank you to Kate, Gina, and our library volunteer, Mary! We are planning an additional day or two to do some more clean up of the library lawns to prepare them for winter and to establish some extra space for expanded our community gardens next spring. If you would like to get involved, please reach out to Gina at gcullen@holbrook.ocln.org |
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