Youth Events Newsletter - October 2026
 
Teen and Children's Rooms Closed
Saturday, October 10th
Saturday, October 10th
Please take note that the teen and children's rooms will
be closed on Saturday, October 10th all day for rug cleaning.
 
 
Indigenous Peoples' Day 2026
Monday, October 12th
Please take note that the library will be closed on
Monday, October 12th in honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day.
 
 
Final Fall Farmer's Market
Wednesday, October 7th, 4:00 - 7:00 PM
Check our online event calendar for more information! The Farmers Market
will take place in the Weston Park, located behind the library.
 
 
Baby and Toddler Events
Baby Butterflies
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 9:30 - 10:00 AM
Stories and songs for children ages 0-3
Registration Required for Each Session
 
 
"Getting Ready for Baby" Playtime
Saturday, October 3rd, 3:00 - 3:45 PM
This monthly program is for young children who are about to welcome a new baby into their home within the next several weeks. The kids and parents will play with our baby dolls and accessories as they learn about taking care of a new brother or sister.  If you have a special baby doll, feel free to bring it with you.
Registration Required
 
 
PJ Story Hour and Craft with EEC and JRC
Wednesday, October 7th, 6:30-7:30 PM
Join us for a monthly PJ Story Hour and Craft presented by the Early Childhood Preschool and Learning Center and Just Right Childcare. The theme this month is PUMPKINS! 
Registration Required
 
 
Story Time with the Rotary Club
Wednesday, October 21st, 6:15-7:15 PM
Join The Rotary Club in the Children's Program Room for story time followed by a craft project.
Registration Required
 
 
Early Elementary Events (Grades K - 3)
K-3 Halloween Craft with the Garden Club
Wednesday, October 7th, 4:00-5:00 PM
Join members of the Weymouth Garden Club who will help kids in grades K-3 create their own Halloween themed floral arrangement.
Registration Required
 
 
PAWS to read with Lemonade
Tuesday, October 13th, 3:00- 3:45 PM
Lemonade is a therapy dog who visits us in the Children's Room. She would love it if you would drop by to read her a story. It's a great way for new readers to gain confidence and practice their reading skills in a casual and relaxed setting. 
Register for an Email Reminder
 
 
Family Building Time 
Wednesday, October 14th, 6:30-7:15pm
It's Family Build Time! Choose from a variety of building supplies and see what you can create. 
Note: This program will have small building pieces and is not suitable for babies and young toddlers.
No Registration is Required
 
 
Book Club for K-3
Wednesday, October 28th, 6:30-7:15 PM
Join Miss Chris for a monthly book club for kids in Kindergarten through Gr. 3. 
Registration Required
 
 
Tween Events (Ages 8 - 12)
Ongoing Events
Sign Up for a (Free) Subscription Book Bag
See the calendar for pickup dates
Sign up to receive a fun surprise library book(s) for checkout and some goodies.
Didn't register in time for October and are in grades 3-6? Sign up for the new November book bag starting on October 1st at this link:
Registration Required
 
 
STEAM Explorers with Kas
Mondays in October from 5:30-6:30pm
Explore topics in Science 🧬, Technology đź’»,  Engineering âš™ď¸Ź, Art 🎨, and Math 🔢 in a new fun way!
Registration Required for Each Session
 
 
Special Events
Homeschoolers Tween Pokémon Club: Battle Academy
Friday, October 2nd, 10:30-11:30 AM 
Open to homeschooled tweens ages 8-12 who know NOTHING, EVERYTHING or A LITTLE about Pokémon :)
Registration Required
 
 
 Tween PokĂ©mon Club: Battle Academy
Tuesday, October 6th, 6:30-7:30 PM 
Open to tweens ages 8-12 who know NOTHING, EVERYTHING or A LITTLE about Pokémon :)
Registration Required
 
 
Early School Release Day: Let's Make Collages!
Tuesday, October 13th, 2:30-3:30 PM 
Tweens in grades 3-6 are invited to come to the children's study room for some crafternoon fun :)
Registration Required
 
 
Family Building Time 
Wednesday, October 14th, 6:30-7:15pm
It's Family Build Time! Choose from a variety of  building supplies and see what you can create. 
Note: This program will have small building pieces and is not suitable for babies and young toddlers.
No Registration is Required
 
Exploration Station with Kathy
Tuesday, October 20th, 5:30-6:30 PM
Ready to explore? 🌎 Each session, we’ll travel somewhere new or travel back in time to discover fascinating cultures, countries, people, and moments in history. Get hands-on with fun activities, games, crafts, and more as you uncover something new each time!
Registration Required
 
 
Creative Writing Club with Author Rebecca Chisam
Thursday, October 22nd, 4:15-5:00 PM
Tweens in grades 3–6 are invited to join author Rebecca Chisam for Creative Writing Club, where they’ll learn about how to write a story from one random idea!
Registration Required
 
 
 Comic Club for Tweens
Tuesday, October 27th, 5:15-6:00 PM
Interested in making your own comics? Comic Club is the place to go! Brainstorm, draw, and create your very own comics with like-minded comic enthusiasts.
Tweens ages 8-12, Register Online!
Registration Required
 
 
3rd-8th Graders: Halloween After Dark
 Thursday, October 29th, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Celebrate Halloween after hours at the Fogg Library! Teens and tweens in grades 3–8 can explore tarot cards and crystals, try a fun ghost investigation activity, and make Halloween-themed crafts. Come hang out, get creative, and enjoy some Halloween fun at the library!
Registration Required
 
 
Teen Services (Grades 7th-12th) 
Tufts Library Teen Room Hours
Monday-Thursday: 2:30pm-8:30pm
Friday: 2:30pm-4:45pm
Saturday: 9am-4:45pm
 
Button Making
Tuesday, October 6th, 3:00-4:00 PM
Come make buttons in The Teen Room!
No Registration is Required
 
 
Teens Pumpkin Arts and Crafts
Friday, October 9th, 3:00-4:00 PM
Come make pumpkin crafts in The Teen Room!! Supplies included.
No Registration is Required
 
 
Drop In "Bored" Games
Tuesday, October 13th, 3:00-4:00 PM
Drop by the Teen Room to play a variety of board games!
No Registration is Required
 
 
Journal Decorating
Friday, October 16th, 3:00-4:00 PM
Come decorate a journal in The Teen Program Room! Supplies Included.
Registration Required
 
 
Fogg Library Events
 
Located at 1 Columbian St., South Weymouth
Ongoing Events
Fogg Library: Baby Butterflies
Thursdays, 1:30- 3:00 PM
Stories and songs for children ages 0-3
Registration Required for Each Session
 
 
Fogg Library: Mindful Little Ones (0-2)
Select Saturdays in October 9:30 - 10:00 AM
Age appropriate music, movement and yoga for children ages 0-2 and their grownup.
Registration Required for Each Session
 
 
Fogg Library: Mindful Little Ones (3-5)
Select Saturdays in October 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Age appropriate music, movement and yoga for children ages 3-5 and their grownup.
Registration Required for Each Session
 
Primary Pals
Thursdays in October 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Calling all kids in Grades K-3!
Join us at the Fogg Library for weekly fun just for you. Each week we will be rotating
through different activities such as Legos, Reader's Theater, Arts & Crafts, and Book Club.
Please register for each day you plan on attending. 
Registration Required for Each Session
 
 
Special Events
A Haunted Wedding Experience
Tuesday, October 20th
Join us for a Haunted Wedding, a special spooky event on the 2nd floor at the Fogg Library! 
Registration required for a specific tour. For Adults & children age 8+. Three (3) tours each night at 6:30, 7:00 & 7:30.
Registration Required
 
 
 
Pipe Cleaner Craft
 Saturday, October 30rd, 10:00 - 10:30 PM
Make your own Pipe Cleaner Pumpkin to celebrate a month of Halloween fun at the Fogg Library.
No Registration is Required
 
 
Paper Loop Pumpkin Craft
 Saturday, October 17th, 10:00 - 10:30 AM
Make your own Paper Loop Pumpkin to celebrate the start of a month of Halloween fun at the Fogg Library. Best for crafters age 8 - adults.  We provide the supplies and instructions and you have the fun! 
Registration Required
 
 
3rd-8th Graders: Halloween After Dark
 Thursday, October 30th, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Celebrate Halloween after hours at the Fogg Library! Teens and tweens in grades 3–8 can explore tarot cards and crystals, try a fun ghost investigation activity, and make Halloween-themed crafts. Come hang out, get creative, and enjoy some Halloween fun at the library!
Registration Required
 
 
 
 
Congratulations on making it to the end of the newsletter!
 
Did you know?
Jack O' Lanterns used to be carved out of turnips, potatoes and beets!
Jack-'o-lanterns did originate in Ireland, after all. Once Halloween became popular in America, people used local produce like pumpkins instead!
Smith Mcdonough, Lauren. “42 Fun Halloween Facts, History and Trivia for Kids and Adults.” Goodhousekeeping.com, 30 Oct. 2025.
 
 
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