Troy Public Library

10/12/2026

💀 OCTOBER 18 is the deadline to submit your scary story to TPL's 2026 Scary Story Contest!

🖋️ Ages kid to adult are summoned to submit a scary story up to 2 pages (1,000 words or less). Entries will be divided into four age groups and a winner from each age group will be awarded a $50 gift card for sending shivers down our spines.

🎃 For contest rules and to submit your story, visit troypl.org/ScaryStory.

10/08/2026

The Tween Advisory Board (TWAB) invites tweens, grades 6-8, to discover fun, fulfillment, and friendships in a welcoming and impactful space.

Developed as a program middle-schoolers can partake in before joining TPL’s Teen Advisory Board, TWAB welcomes all tweens who are interested in joining.

For more information, visit troypl.org/TWAB.

10/08/2026

TPL has an unprecedented line-up of speakers in the upcoming Virtual Author Talks series. Tune in from the comfort of your own device for unheard insight on these bestselling authors' literacy journeys (and find even more books to add to your TBR list).

TPL Author Talks are virtual events. To receive your link, register at troypl.org/UpcomingAuthorTalks.

10/05/2026

Calling all Troy area authors! Applications are open to reserve a table at the 2026 Local Author Fair, happening Dec. 5, 2026 at the Troy Community Center.

If you would like to showcase your book(s) at this year’s fair, meet fellow authors, and interact with fans in-person, please apply at troypl.org/AuthorFair2026.

The DEADLINE for applications is Oct. 19. Write on!

10/01/2026

Think book clubs are only for adults? TPL has several copies of popular youth titles for your child to launch their own book club with their friends 📚🦖.

Find what fits your child's fancy in our youth collection at the Troy Public Library!

09/30/2026

There’s a lot brewing at TPL this Spooky Season. Whether you’re into fall or frights, October has programs and library events for everyone!

👀 Registration is required for some events. Reserve your place at troypl.org/Calendar.

09/24/2026

The sure fire way to conquer anxiety over that upcoming exam is to prepare for it. Make sure your (or your teen's) plan of attack includes Mometrix Test Preparation, an eLibrary that has study materials for over 1,500 standardized exams!

Access study guides, flashcards, and practice question books tailored to the specific exam you're studying for. Log in with your Troy library card number, then lock in for success!

09/22/2026

A library card gets you more than boundless access to books—during National Library Card Sign-Up Month at TPL, it gets you:

🦖 An exclusive My First Library Card design
📸 A photo with Booker T-Rex in the library lobby
🤯 A cornucopia of resources you won't believe are free
🎁 And, possibly, a swag bag (while supplies last)

Book it to TPL to sign up for a library card before September (and our remaining swag bags) come to an end. Learn more at troypl.org/MyFirstLibraryCard.

09/21/2026

Welcome back, everyone! Here’s what’s on the event menu this week:

SEPT. 21
- Bookmobile Stop: Hamilton Elementary. 4:15–5:15 pm.
- History Makers: Coding Edition. TPL Story & Craft Room. 6–7 pm. Registration open to grades 3-6.
- TPL Global Culture Series: Amate Painting Workshop. TPL Meeting Room.6:45–8:15 pm. Registration required.

SEPT. 22
- Bookmobile Stop. Barnard Elementary. 4:40–5:30 pm.
- Grown-Up Game Night. TPL Meeting Room. 6–8:30 pm.
- Tolkien Book Club: The Hobbit. TPL Café. 7–8 pm.

SEPT. 23
- Bookmobile Stop. Somerset Apartments. 5–6 pm.
- Autumn Leaf Snow Globes. TPL Cafe. 6–7 pm. Registration required.
- A’s, B’s, C’s, and D’s of Medicare. TPL Meeting Room. 6:30–8 pm. Registration required.

SEPT. 24
- Bookmobile Stop. Schroeder Elementary. 4:15–5:15 pm.
- Learn to Code at TPL: Fiero Code Club. TPL Story & Craft Room. 5–6:30 pm. Registration open for ages 9-13.
- The Food Historian Presents: Apples in America. Virtual Event. 7–8 pm. Registration required.

SEPT. 25
- Japanese Language Club. TPL Meeting Room. 10–11 am.
- English Language Conversation Club. TPL Meeting Room. 10–11:30 am.
- Bookmobile Stop. Northfield Hills Condos. 2:45–3:34 pm.
- Bookmobile Stop. Rochester Villas Apartments. 4–5 pm.

SEPT 26:
- Bookmobile Stop. Three Oaks Apartments. 10–11 am.
- German Language Club. TPL Meeting Room. 10–11 am.
- English Language Conversation Club. TPL Meeting Room. 10–11:30 am.
- Family Scavenger Hunt. Raintree Park. 2–3 pm. Registration required.
- 🥳 Bookmobile Birthday Bash. Raintree Park. 2–4 pm. Come join the party!

Find and register for your event(s) at Troypl.org/calendar.

Events Calendar for Troy Public Library

09/17/2026

Get cozy with a book, then get into it with lively discussions over the month’s pick at one of TPL’s many Book Clubs. Spanning genres, interests, and even hype, TPL has a club for you 🍁📚.

Find your next meet-up and register at Troypl.org/calendar.