Quinte West Public Library

10/15/2026

📣 A quick heads-up for Libby users!

Starting today, you’ll need to enter your library PIN when logging in to Libby. Don’t worry, it’s the same PIN you use to sign in to our online catalogue.

🔑 Forgot your PIN? No problem! Give us a call at 613-394-3381, and we’ll be happy to help.

This update is part of Libby’s ongoing efforts to strengthen security across the app. If you are having issues logging into Libby for accessing your Libby items, please contact the library.

10/15/2026

💥 Over 100 Superheroes are already registered!💥

Our Superhero 1k or 5K Fun Run is happening this Saturday, Oct. 17 at Centennial Park (12 Couch Cres.) and the excitement is building! 🏃‍♀️🦸

💥 Haven't registered yet? There's still time to sign up in advance. Click here to register: https://forms.gle/hETPyVrWN1dkeYwT6

You can also register on the morning of the event (Please bring cash for on-site registration!).

Learn more here: https://qwpl.ca/superhero-fun-run/

10/15/2026

🖤🎃 THINGS FOR THE GALS & GHOULS 👻

Your October social calendar called… it wants more library dates.

In the mood for spooky trivia, ghostly encounters, or crafty afternoons? Well, we've got a cauldron full of things happening at QWPL!

🎃 Fright Night Trivia — Put your spooky-season knowledge to the test. 🗓 Thursday, October 15 | 6–7:30 p.m.

🎃 Learn to Crochet: Level 2 — Pick up new stitches and create something of your own. 🗓 Friday, October 16 | 2–4 p.m.

🎃 Superhero 1k or 5K Fun Run — Cape up for some super-powered family fun! 🗓 Saturday, October 17 | 10 a.m. | Centennial Park

🔦 Ghost Hunting Tours — Explore Trenton's haunted history… if you dare. 🗓 Tuesdays, October 20 & 27 | 6–7:30 p.m

📻 Dead Air: Retro Horror Radio — Lights down, volume up, and prepare for a few old-school chills. 🗓 Thursday, October 22 | 6–7:30 p.m.

🍿 Screen to Snacks — Taste your way through the magic of movies and TV. 🗓 Saturday, October 24 | 10–11:30 a.m.

🎃 Make and Mingle: Halloween Edition — Get crafty and connect with fellow makers. 🗓 Friday, October 30 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

🎃 Button Making — Turn your creativity into something you can wear! 🗓 Friday, October 30 | 12–1 p.m.

✨ Don't ghost us! Click on an event title or head to our events calendar (https://qwpl.insigniails.com/library/Event/0) to see what's coming up and register your spot.

10/13/2026

👻 GOOD NEWS, GHOST HUNTERS! 👻

Due to popular demand, we've added more spaces for tonight's Ghost Hunting Tours 🕯️

Think you know the stories hiding in our community? Think again.

Join us as we explore the spookier side of Trenton's local history, uncovering mysterious happenings, unexplained tales, and legends that have lingered for generations.

Tuesday, Oct. 13 from 6:00–7:30 p.m.
Each tours starts and ends at the Quinte West Public Library (7 Creswell Dr, Trenton, ON).

GRAB YOUR SPOT HERE: https://qwpl.insigniails.com/library/eventsDetail/719?data=eyJJZCI6NzE5LCJTdGFydCI6IjIwMjYtMTAtMDEiLCJFbmQiOiIyMDI2LTExLTEyIiwiTGlicmFyeUlkIjpudWxsLCJMYW5ndWFnZSI6IkVuZ2xpc2giLCJTb3VyY2UiOiJFdmVudHMifQ%3D%3D

10/13/2026

Still recovering from your Thanksgiving turkey coma? We’ve got just the thing!

Don your cape and join us for our Superhero 1k or 5K Fun Run this Saturday at 10 AM in Centennial Park (12 Couch Cres)!

Get ready for some superhero-sized fun the whole family can join in on! Learn more or register here: https://forms.gle/8zZMiDoyimMM2KfV8

10/12/2026

REMINDER: Both branches of the library are closed today, Monday, Oct. 12.

🍂HOLIDAY CLOSURE 🍂

Both branches of the Quinte West Public Library will be CLOSED, Monday, October 12, 2026 for Thanksgiving.

Don't forget you can browse our digital resources 24/7! Learn more here: https://qwpl.ca/digital-resources/ See less

10/10/2026

It's a Cute & Furry: Meet Some Four-Legged Friends morning at the library! 🐇🐈

Join us for a heartwarming visit with the Humane Society team and meet some adorable companion animals patiently waiting for their second chance at a loving home.

Saturday, Oct. 10 from 10:30 a.m. - 12noon at the Quinte West Public Library (7 Creswell Dr, Trenton, ON).

This is a free library program offered in partnership with the Humane Society Hastings

10/08/2026

Toddler dance party at the library is BACK!

Join us tomorrow (Oct. 9) for a lively Toddler Dance Party: Techno Remixes where classic kids' songs are reimagined as fun techno beats, creating an energetic and exciting atmosphere for little movers.

Perfect for encouraging movement, rhythm, and social interaction, this party guarantees a memorable and glowing good time for toddlers (ages 0-4) and their families!

Friday, October 9 from 10am -11am in the Program Room at the Trenton Branch of the Quinte West Public Library (7 Creswell Dr, Trenton, ON).

No registration required. Drop-in program.

10/08/2026

🍂HOLIDAY CLOSURE 🍂

Both branches of the Quinte West Public Library will be CLOSED, Monday, October 12, 2026 for Thanksgiving.

Don't forget you can browse our digital resources 24/7! Learn more here: https://qwpl.ca/digital-resources/ See less