September 2021

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Saturday, September 4Closed

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Adams Shore Library

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Sunday, September 5Closed

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Adams Shore Library

Wollaston Library

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Monday, September 6Closed

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Adams Shore Library

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Saturday, September 1110:30—11:15 AMOlmsted LawnMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Music & 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.
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Monday, September 137:00—8:30 PMOnline

The Travelling Librarian Goes to Istanbul (Online)

Istanbul skylineJoin us live online for an armchair traveler’s journey to the cosmopolitan city of Istanbul with 'The Traveling Librarian,' Jeff Klapes. A major crossroads of eastern and western civilization, Istanbul is not Turkey's political capital, but it is the country's largest city and cultural hub.…Learn More
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Tuesday, September 1410:00—11:15 AMOlmsted LawnMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

English Walk (and Talk!) Time (Outside)

welcoming week 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.

Tuesday, September 1410:00—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. 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
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Thursday, September 163:00—3:45 PMOlmsted LawnMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Dot Day Storytime with Mrs. Miller (Outside)

Dot Day storytime 2021Join Mrs. Miller on the Main Library lawn to celebrate International Dot Day! Dot Day is a celebration of creativity, courage and collaboration all inspired by local author & illustrator Peter Reynold's book "The Dot". We’ll have a special storytime full of stories, songs and rhymes all about the dot! This program is recommended for ages 3 and older accompanied by an adult.…Learn More
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Friday, September 1710:00—10:45 AMOlmsted LawnMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Pirate Storytime with Miss June (Outside)

pirate storytimeAvast, ye hearties! Friday, September 17th be the day to bring your inner pirate out to play! Drop anchor on the Main Library lawn at 10:00 am for some seaworthy tales and show us what a famous buccaneer you are with your piratical ramblin'! Aye, costumes always be encouraged!This program is for pirates ages 3 and older accompanied by an adult.…Learn More
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Tuesday, September 2110:00 AM—12:00 PMOlmsted LawnMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

English Talk Time - New Student Registration (Outside)

Talk Time LogoEnglish Talk Time is the library's ESOL program for adults. We offer conversation and citizenship classes. Fall classes will meet online and in-person. Our conversation classes are a great way to improve your English, meet new people and connect with your community! Citizenship classes help participants feel prepared and confident for their naturalization interview.…Learn More

Tuesday, September 216:00—8:00 PMOnline

Mid-Autumn Festival Chinese Calligraphy Exchange Exhibit Program (Online)

Chinese calligraphyJoin us live online for this special program: As part of the Mid-Autumn Festival Chinese Calligraphy Exchange Exhibit, going on during the month of September at the Thomas Crane Public Library, calligraphy lovers and anyone with an interest in learning more is invited to a special program by Mr.…Learn More

Tuesday, September 217:00—8:30 PMOnline

Dungeons & Dragons - Ages 10-15 (Online)

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, September 223:00—3:45 PMAdams ShoreAdams Shore Library519 Sea Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

Preschool Discovery: Plants (In-Person)

Preschool DiscoveryDrop by the Adams Shore Library with your preschooler, ages 3-5, any time between 3:00 and 4:00 p. m. to do some fun simple science together. Activities, experiments and instructions will be provided for science you can do with your child. Come and explore…Learn More
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Thursday, September 2310:00 AM—12:00 PMOlmsted LawnMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169

English Talk Time - New Student Registration (Outside)

Talk Time LogoEnglish Talk Time is the library's ESOL program for adults. We offer conversation and citizenship classes. Fall classes will meet online and in-person. Our conversation classes are a great way to improve your English, meet new people and connect with your community! Citizenship classes help participants feel prepared and confident for their naturalization interview.…Learn More

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

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

Teen Advisory BoardMeeting of the Teen Advisory Board.  Join the Teen Advisory Board (T. A. B. ) to help us decide on events, books, and more. Email quteen@ocln. org for more information.

Thursday, September 237:00—8:30 PMOnline

Black Oscars: From Mammy to Minny, What the Academy Awards Tell Us About African Americans (Online)

dr. gooding jr. photoJoin us live online as we welcome Dr. Frederick W. Gooding, Jr. for a fascinating look at the topic of his most recent book Black Oscars: From Mammy to Minny, What the Academy Awards Tell Us About African Americans. Second only to the Super Bowl in audience size and revenue, the Oscars are more than a mere ceremony; they are a phenomenon.…Learn More
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Saturday, September 2510:00—10:45 AMOnline

Latinx Voices Storytime with Miss June (This program has moved: Online)

Latinx Voices Storytime 2021This program has been moved online! Please join us here: CLICK HERE!Join Miss June on the Main Library lawn to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15- October 15) with a special storytime full of works from our favorite Latinx authors and illustrators.…Learn More
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Monday, September 277:00—8:30 PMOnline

Law & Order: Boston (Online)

David KruhJoin us for a special live online program: Just about everyone is familiar with the popular Law and Order TV series. During each episode a case is followed from the commission of the crime, through the police investigation, and finally to the courtroom.…Learn More
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Tuesday, September 2810:00—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 State Senator John Keenan as they discuss resources for healthy living among older adults.…Learn More

Tuesday, September 287:00—8:30 PMOnline

CANCELED - Dungeons & Dragons - Ages 13-17 (Online)

Dungeons & DragonsNew and experienced teen players alike are invited to join us for this one-shot Dungeons & Dragons game. Ages 13 to 17 only.  Registration is required for this program. Players will need to create a free account on Roll20. net and be able to join a Zoom meeting for voice chat.…Learn More
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Thursday, September 3010:00—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