November 2021

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Wednesday, November 39:30—10:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Community Yoga Class (In-Person)

yogaJoin us for 60-minutes of FREE yoga. For November this class will be moving indoors into the Main Library Meeting Room. Instructor Rhiannon, of Humble Roots Yoga, uses physical demonstration, verbal direction, modifications and variations to make this class suitable for beginners and seasoned yogis alike.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 32:00—3:30 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

The History & Evolution of the Symphony Orchestra (In-Person)

Jin KimJin Kim, Music Director of Atlantic Symphony Orchestra (ASO) will be present a lively lecture on the history and evolution of the symphony orchestra. Along the way, Mr. Kim will explain some of the common questions by the audiences including the role of a conductor, various instruments in the orchestra, and reasons behind common concert etiquette.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 36:30—8:45 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

First Community Meeting for Presidents Coast

Presidents CoastThe City of Quincy, "Presidents Coast" Steering Committee and the deisgn team invite you to the first community meeting for Presidents Coast, Quincy's Pedestrian Highway. Join us for an introduction to the project by the design team and to share your feedback.…Learn More
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Thursday, November 410:00—11:30 AMOlmsted LawnMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

English Walk (and Talk!) Time (Outside)

Talk Time LogoJoin us for this outdoor English Talk Time event! English Talk Time is the library’s ESOL conversation group program. Participants will take a nice walk around Quincy Center while having casual conversation to practice communicating in English. This is a nice opportunity to meet new people and see the sights around Quincy Center.…Learn More

Thursday, November 46:00—8:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Crane Library Bookstore OPEN

Crane Library BookstoreShop for great deals on gently used books, audiobooks, CDS & DVDs for all ages at the Friends of the Library bookstore! 100% of the proceeds from this volunteer-run bookstore are used to support free events and services for all ages at the Library.…Learn More

Thursday, November 47:00—8:15 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Homesteading Basics: Canning and Food Preservation (In-Person)

Canning JarsJoin Anna Muhammad and Dora Muhammad of the Northeast Organic Farming Association as they teach us the basics in food preservation. They will demonstrate with seasonal vegetables that can be grown in your backyard or purchased in your local supermarket and will teach us to make and preserve dill pickles.…Learn More
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Saturday, November 610:00 AM—4:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Crane Library Bookstore OPEN

Crane Library BookstoreShop for great deals on gently used books, audiobooks, CDS & DVDs for all ages at the Friends of the Library bookstore! 100% of the proceeds from this volunteer-run bookstore are used to support free events and services for all ages at the Library.…Learn More

Saturday, November 610:30—11:15 AMOlmsted LawnMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Music and Movement with Miss Rubi (Outside)

Music & Movement LogoSing and dance with Rubi Lichauco outdoors on the library lawn! Rubi brings her popular preschool program to our front lawn, so put on your favorite dancing shoes, clear some floor space, and join us for this lively mix of music and movement. Please bring a stuffie along with you to join the fun.…Learn More
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Sunday, November 73:00—4:00 PMRichardson BuildingMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Concerts at the Crane: Hungrytown ~ Folk Duo (In-Person)

Hungrytown2Join us for a Sunday afternoon concert in the beautiful historic Richardson Building featuring the folk duo Hungrytown. This event will also be LIVESTREAMED to our YouTube channel.  After more than fifteen years of world-wide touring and three album releases, Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson--otherwise known as the folk duo Hungrytown--have earned a reputation for the quality and authenticity of their songwriting.…Learn More
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Tuesday, November 910:00—11:00 AMOnline

Aging Strong & Falls Prevention (Online)

three older people walking awayJoin Debbie Lyn Toomey, RN, coordinator of the Tufts Medical Center’s Injury Prevention Program, for this engaging and valuable program live online and continuing on the second and fourth Tuesdays. This session's guest will be George Guara, MSN, RN-BC, CARN, CCM, Tufts Medical Center’ s Program Manager – Complex Care ; Transitions and Adjunct Faculty – Regis College/Lawrence Memorial Topic: Substance Abuse in Older Adults Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend any of all of the sessions in this multi-part program that teaches and empowers aging adults and those who care for them with skills and ideas that decrease falls and increase independence.…Learn More

Tuesday, November 910:00 AM—12:00 PMOnline

Literacy Volunteer Information Session

LiteracyWould you like to help an adult learn to read? Consider becoming a volunteer literacy tutor! To find out more about the program please visit thomascranelibrary. org/learn-read.  If you'd like to attend this session please email quliteracy@ocln. org.

Tuesday, November 93:30—4:30 PM1st Floor Conference RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Teen Advisory BoardCome give input and share ideas on what YOU want to see happen at the library. Have fun and gain volunteer and leadership experience!Contact quteen@ocln. org to find out more or sign up

Tuesday, November 97:00—8:30 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Author Talk: 100 Days in Vietnam by Lt Col Joseph F. Tallon & Matthew A. Tallon (In-Person)

100 Days in VietnamJoin debut local author Matthew A. Tallon, a former U. S. Army transportation office, and his father, Lt. Col Joseph F. Tallon for a look back at Joe's harrowing experience at the end of the Vietnam War and his quest to secure a Purple Heart for his tactical observer, Specialist-5 Daniel Richards, who died in combat.…Learn More

Tuesday, November 97:00—8:00 PMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Phoenix Book Club - Grades 5-8 (In Person) - REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Pheonix Book Club logoChildren in grades 5 through 8 are invited to join us to discuss a new theme or genre each month. Children choose their own books from a list of suggestions or they can suggest their own choices to Miss Amanda. Each month children will meet and share their thoughts on the book they read and the theme or genre.…Learn More
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Wednesday, November 109:30—10:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Community Yoga Class (In-Person)

yogaJoin us for 60-minutes of FREE yoga. For November this class will be moving indoors into the Main Library Meeting Room. Instructor Rhiannon, of Humble Roots Yoga, uses physical demonstration, verbal direction, modifications and variations to make this class suitable for beginners and seasoned yogis alike.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 101:00—3:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Movie Matinee: In the Heights (In-Person)

In the HeightsJoin us for a matinee screening of In the Heights, a film version of the Broadway musical in which Usnavi, a sympathetic New York bodega owner, saves every penny every day as he imagines and sings about a better life. Starring Anthony Ramos and Lin-Manuel Miranda.…Learn More
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Thursday, November 11Closed

Main Library

Adams Shore Library

Wollaston Library

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Saturday, November 1310:00 AM—4:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Crane Library Bookstore OPEN

Crane Library BookstoreShop for great deals on gently used books, audiobooks, CDS & DVDs for all ages at the Friends of the Library bookstore! 100% of the proceeds from this volunteer-run bookstore are used to support free events and services for all ages at the Library.…Learn More

Saturday, November 132:00—4:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Movie Matinee: In the Heights (In-Person)

In the HeightsJoin us for a matinee screening of In the Heights, a film version of the Broadway musical in which Usnavi, a sympathetic New York bodega owner, saves every penny every day as he imagines and sings about a better life. Starring Anthony Ramos and Lin-Manuel Miranda.…Learn More
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Monday, November 1510:00—11:00 AMOnline

ABC Storytime with Miss June (Online)

ABC Storytime logoJoin Miss June live online each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet! We’ll read stories, sing songs and play games all centered around the letter of the day, including our favorite game: Mystery Bag! For the months of November and December, we'll be exploring the letters X, Y, Z, A, and B.

Monday, November 153:00—4:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Coding Club - Ages 9-10 (In Person) - REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Coding Club 9-10Coding Club for ages 9-10 is an introduction to coding and basic coding concepts. This is a five-week series that requires registration and takes place on the following dates: Monday, November 15thMonday, November 22ndMonday, November 29thMonday, December 6thMonday, December 13thWe ask that those who register do their best to attend all sessions.…Learn More

Monday, November 153:00—4:00 PMWollastonWollaston Library41 Beale Street, Quincy, MA, 02170

StoryLab with Miss Amanda (In-Person) - Ages 4-8 - REGISTRATION REQUIRED

StoryLabStoryLab is a combination storytime and science activity for children ages 4-8. We will use stories to introduce a science concept or topic, then explore that topic further with science demonstrations, activities, and experiments. This is a five-week series that requires registration and takes place on the following dates:Monday, November 15thMonday, November 22ndMonday, November 29thMonday, December 6thMonday, December 13thWe ask that those who register do their best to attend all sessions.…Learn More
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Tuesday, November 169:30—11:30 AMOnline

Literacy Volunteer Information Session

LiteracyWould you like to help an adult learn to read? Consider becoming a volunteer literacy tutor! You kind find out more about the program at thomascranelibrary. org/learn-read.  If you'd like to attend the session, please email quliteracy@ocln.…Learn More

Tuesday, November 1610:00—11:00 AMAdams ShoreAdams Shore Library519 Sea Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Toddler Storytime with Miss Lori (In-Person)

Toddler Storytime logoJoin Miss Lori for Toddler Storytime at Adams Shore! This program for two- and three-year-olds and their caregivers introduces simple stories and concepts to young children. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and felt board activities will be used to reinforce concepts.…Learn More

Tuesday, November 163:00—4:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Coding Club - Ages 5-6 (In Person) - REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Coding Club logoCoding Club for ages 5-6 is an introduction to coding and basic coding concepts through storytimes and “unplugged” (or screen-free) activities. Children will have the opportunity to practice using coding bots.  This is a five-week series that requires registration and takes place on the following dates: Tuesday, November 16thTuesday, November 23rdTuesday, November 30thTuesday, December 7thTuesday, December 14thWe ask that those who register do their best to attend all sessions.…Learn More

Tuesday, November 167:00—8:30 PMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
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Dungeons & Dragons - Ages 10-15 (In-Person) - REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Dungeons & DragonsNew and experienced players are invited to join us for this introduction to D&D 5th edition game play. Take on the role of a fantasy hero in this Dungeons & Dragons game. We will meet for an hour and a half for to play this story. Please note: There is no wait list for this program, but we will be running more campaigns in the coming months.…Learn More
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Wednesday, November 179:30—10:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Community Yoga Class (In-Person)

yogaJoin us for 60-minutes of FREE yoga. For November this class will be moving indoors into the Main Library Meeting Room. Instructor Rhiannon, of Humble Roots Yoga, uses physical demonstration, verbal direction, modifications and variations to make this class suitable for beginners and seasoned yogis alike.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 1710:00—11:00 AMOnline

Toddler Storytime with Miss Dorothy (Online)

Toddler Storytime logoJoin Miss Dorothy for Toddler Storytime live online! This program for two- and three-year-olds and their caregivers introduces simple stories and concepts to young children. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and felt board activities will be used to reinforce concepts.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 171:00—3:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Movie Matinee: Black Widow (In-Person)

Black WidowJoin us for a matinee screening of Black Widow starring Scarlett Johansson, Florence Pugh and David Harbour.   Marvel's Natasha Romanoff confronts the darker parts of her ledger when a dangerous conspiracy with ties to her past arises.  Please note that capacity for this event will be limited and masks are recommended.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 176:30—7:15 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Family PJ Storytime with Mrs. Miller (In Person)

Family PJ Storytime logoAn evening pajama storytime for the whole family. Join us for a family pajama storytime for children ages 1-5 accompanied by an adult. We will read stories, sing songs, recite rhymes, and more. Room capacity is limited. Face masks recommended for anyone age 2 and older.
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Thursday, November 189:30—10:15 AMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Rock-a-Bye Baby Storytime with Mrs. Miller - Ages 4-11 months (In-Person)

Rock-a-Bye Baby Storytime LogoAn introduction to stories, songs, nursery rhymes and gentle movement exercises for very young children, ages 4-11 months, accompanied by an adult. Room capacity is limited. Face masks recommended for anyone age 2 and older.

Thursday, November 1810:00—11:30 AMOlmsted LawnMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

English Walk (and Talk!) Time (Outdoor)

Talk Time LogoJoin us for this outdoor English Talk Time event! English Talk Time is the library’s ESOL conversation group program. Participants will take a nice walk around Quincy Center while having casual conversation to practice communicating in English. This is a nice opportunity to meet new people and see the sights around Quincy Center.…Learn More

Thursday, November 1811:00—11:45 AMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Mother Goose on the Loose with Mrs. Miller - Ages 12-23 months (In Person) - REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Mother Goose on the Loose Storytime logoA storytime for Rock-a-Bye Baby graduates, ages 12-23 months, who are mobile; includes stories, songs, fingerplays and creative movement for young children accompanied by an adult. This is a four-week series that requires registration and takes place on the following dates:Thursday, November 18thThursday, December 2ndThursday, December 9thThursday, December 16thWe ask that families who register do their best to attend all sessions.…Learn More

Thursday, November 183:00—4:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Coding Club - Ages 7-8 (In Person) - REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Coding Club 7-8Coding Club for ages 7-8 is an introduction to block-based coding using Scratch and code. org projects for beginning coders. Children will also have the opportunity to get hands-on experience using coding bots. This is a four-week series that requires registration and takes place on the following dates: Thursday, November 18thThursday, December 2ndThursday, December 9thThursday, December 16thWe ask that families who register do their best to attend all sessions.…Learn More

Thursday, November 186:00—8:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Crane Library Bookstore OPEN

Crane Library BookstoreShop for great deals on gently used books, audiobooks, CDS & DVDs for all ages at the Friends of the Library bookstore! 100% of the proceeds from this volunteer-run bookstore are used to support free events and services for all ages at the Library.…Learn More
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Saturday, November 2010:00 AM—4:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Crane Library Bookstore OPEN

Crane Library BookstoreShop for great deals on gently used books, audiobooks, CDS & DVDs for all ages at the Friends of the Library bookstore! 100% of the proceeds from this volunteer-run bookstore are used to support free events and services for all ages at the Library.…Learn More

Saturday, November 202:00—4:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Movie Matinee: Black Widow (In-Person)

Black WidowJoin us for a matinee screening of Black Widow starring Scarlett Johansson, Florence Pugh and David Harbour. Marvel's Natasha Romanoff confronts the darker parts of her ledger when a dangerous conspiracy with ties to her past arises.  Please note that capacity for this event will be limited and masks are recommended.…Learn More
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Monday, November 2210:00—11:00 AMOnline

ABC Storytime with Miss June (Online)

ABC Storytime logoJoin Miss June live online each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet! We’ll read stories, sing songs and play games all centered around the letter of the day, including our favorite game: Mystery Bag! For the months of November and December, we'll be exploring the letters X, Y, Z, A, and B.
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Tuesday, November 2310:00—11:00 AMOnline

Aging Strong & Falls Prevention (Online)

three older people walking awayJoin Debbie Lyn Toomey, RN, coordinator of the Tufts Medical Center’s Injury Prevention Program, for this engaging and valuable program live online and continuing on the second and fourth Tuesdays. This session's guest will be Scherrie Keating, BSN, RN, owner of Diabetes Kare Consulting, LLC and we will be discussing prediabetes.…Learn More

Tuesday, November 2310:00—11:00 AMAdams ShoreAdams Shore Library519 Sea Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Toddler Storytime with Miss Lori (In-Person)

Toddler Storytime logoJoin Miss Lori for Toddler Storytime at Adams Shore! This program for two- and three-year-olds and their caregivers introduces simple stories and concepts to young children. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and felt board activities will be used to reinforce concepts.…Learn More

Tuesday, November 233:30—4:30 PM1st Floor Conference RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Teen Advisory BoardCome give input and share ideas on what YOU want to see happen at the library. Have fun and gain volunteer and leadership experience!Contact quteen@ocln. org to find out more or sign up
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Wednesday, November 249:30—10:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Community Yoga Class (In-Person)

yogaJoin us for 60-minutes of FREE yoga. For November this class will be moving indoors into the Main Library Meeting Room. Instructor Rhiannon, of Humble Roots Yoga, uses physical demonstration, verbal direction, modifications and variations to make this class suitable for beginners and seasoned yogis alike.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 241:00—3:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Movie Matinee: Stillwater (In-Person)

StillwaterJoin us for a matinee screening of Stillwater, starring Matt Damon. Humble family man Bill Baker contends with the unthinkable when his daughter calls him from a French prison, revealing that she has been charged with murder. Determined to prove his daughter's innocence to the French courts and secure her freedom he embarks on an odyssey from rural Oklahoma to France driven by paternal instinct.…Learn More
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Thursday, November 25Closed

Main Library

Adams Shore Library

Wollaston Library

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Friday, November 26Closed

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Adams Shore Library

Wollaston Library

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Saturday, November 2710:00 AM—4:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Crane Library Bookstore OPEN

Crane Library BookstoreShop for great deals on gently used books, audiobooks, CDS & DVDs for all ages at the Friends of the Library bookstore! 100% of the proceeds from this volunteer-run bookstore are used to support free events and services for all ages at the Library.…Learn More

Saturday, November 2710:00—11:00 AMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Dinosaur Discovery (In-Person)

Dinosaur DiscoveryDrop by the Main Library Children's Room any time between 10-11 a. m. to do some fun dinosaur science with your child. We'll be looking at fossils, dinosaur skeletons, and dinosaur footprints. Do a scavenger hunt for dino facts, and more!This program is recommended for children ages 3 years and up, accompanied by an adult.…Learn More

Saturday, November 272:00—4:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Movie Matinee: Stillwater (In-Person)

StillwaterJoin us for a matinee screening of Stillwater, starring Matt Damon. Humble family man Bill Baker contends with the unthinkable when his daughter calls him from a French prison, revealing that she has been charged with murder. Determined to prove his daughter's innocence to the French courts and secure her freedom he embarks on an odyssey from rural Oklahoma to France driven by paternal instinct.…Learn More
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Monday, November 2910:00—11:00 AMOnline

ABC Storytime with Miss June (Online)

ABC Storytime logoJoin Miss June live online each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet! We’ll read stories, sing songs and play games all centered around the letter of the day, including our favorite game: Mystery Bag! For the months of November and December, we'll be exploring the letters X, Y, Z, A, and B.

Monday, November 297:30—8:30 PMOnline

Jeff Zenter YA Author Talk - Online

Jeff Zenter YA Author Talk - OnlineTeens: join us on Zoom to hear YA author Jeff Zentner talk about his newest book, In The Wild Light!Jeff Zentner is the author of New York Times Notable Book The Serpent King, Goodbye Days, and Rayne & Delilah’s Midnite Matinee. His latest book, In The Wild Light, has drawn critical acclaim.…Learn More
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Tuesday, November 3010:00—11:00 AMOnline

Staying Healthy Through Winter (Online)

With winter cold and flu season upon us, don't be at the mercy of whatever bug is going around. Explore ways to strengthen your immune system and learn how to make herbals with anti-viral properties. These will include herbal teas and long lasting herbal tinctures/extracts.…Learn More

Tuesday, November 3010:00—11:00 AMAdams ShoreAdams Shore Library519 Sea Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Toddler Storytime with Miss Lori (In-Person)

Toddler Storytime logoJoin Miss Lori for Toddler Storytime at Adams Shore! This program for two- and three-year-olds and their caregivers introduces simple stories and concepts to young children. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and felt board activities will be used to reinforce concepts.…Learn More