Fitchburg Public Library, MA

10/15/2026

The library will once again be a drop off location for donations to the United Way of North Central Massachusetts Fall Foods Drive.
Now through December 9, nonperishable donations can be left in the bin in our entryway anytime the library is open.

Food pantries in the Fitchburg/Leominster area that will receive donations include Catholic Charities, Ginny's Helping Hands, Inc., St. Leo's Food Pantry, St. Mark's Food Pantry, Salvation Army of Fitchburg/Leominster, and the Spanish American Center.

10/14/2026

See the new items available at the Fitchburg Public Library at:

*** http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?fb&p=4460-822-CUS1001 ***

This week's 85 new items include "The Witch", "Partita", and "Peck & Peck".

10/08/2026

This week (October 4-10) is Banned Books Week!

Learn more at https://bannedbooksweek.org/

Artwork credit: Hyesu Lee. Image © American Library Association. Banned Books Week is ® American Library Association. Let Books Be is ©2026 American Library Association.

10/08/2026

Join our new free English class!

10/08/2026

The library will be closed Monday, October 12 in observance of Columbus/Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

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La biblioteca estará cerrada el lunes 12 de octubre por el Columbus/Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

10/07/2026

See the new items available at the Fitchburg Public Library at:

*** http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?fb&p=4460-821-CUS1001 ***

This week's 122 new items include "The American Way of Killing", "Sometimes I Scare Myself: A Collection of Horror", and "Grim Tidings".

10/06/2026

The October Reading Challenge is: Read a mystery, thriller, or ghost story! 👻🔎

Don't forget to log your reading with the Mass Center for the Book AND on our Beanstack app for 2 chances to win prizes! 🎫(See the Linktree in our bio for the links)

We also have paper entry booklets available if you'd rather track your reading screen-free! Just ask at the front desk for a Reading Challenge booklet.

10/05/2026

Here are the October calendars of free events and activities for Children and Teens at FPL!

View our full online calendar for more details or to register: https://www.fitchburgma.gov/1093/Event-Calendar

Don't forget to follow Fitchburg Youth Library and Fitchburg Public Library Teen Center for more.

10/05/2026

Stop by the Reference Desk to register for your walking pass!

We are pleased to offer this program in our ongoing partnership with Fitchburg State University to all Fitchburg residents. Passholders can enjoy a warm and safe indoor track at Fitchburg State University’s Recreation Center located at 130 North St., to stay active as the weather changes making it difficult to stay active during the winter months.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!

To register and obtain the walking pass please visit the Parks and Recreation Office at City Hall, 718 Main St. Monday-Friday, between the hours of 9am-4pm. (office is located on the 1st floor suite 108A), The Senior Fitchburg MA Senior Center or Fitchburg Public Library, MA to register.

Please note the following:
Program runs October 1st, 2026-April 1st 2027
Fitchburg State University Recreation Center Hours may vary with school activities, events, and breaks
Passholders have access to the indoor track ONLY!
Children under the age of 18 are permitted when accompanied by a parent/guardian
The Pass must be shown at the Fitchburg State University Recreation Center front desk upon entry
A waiver must be signed to use the indoor track
Guest(s) must adhere to all University rules and guidelines while on University Property

Sam Squailia, Fitchburg Mayor City of Fitchburg Fitchburg Access Television (FATV)

10/05/2026

The library will open at 11:00am on Friday, October 9 to facilitate a staff meeting.

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La biblioteca abrirá a las 11:00am el viernes 9 de octubre debido a reunión de personal.