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Wednesday, January 51:00—3:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Matinee Movie: The Photograph
Join us for a matinee screening of The Photograph, starring Issa Rae. The estranged daughter of a famed photographer initiates a romantic relationship with an up-and-coming journalist who is working on a story about her late mother's life and artistic legacy after discovering an old photograph in a safe-deposit box.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 56:30—7:15 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Pajama Storytime - Ages 1-5 (In Person)
An 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. For the safety of all attendees, masks are now required for all adults and children 5 and over who are attending children's events and programs at any Thomas Crane Public Library location.…Learn More6
Thursday, January 610:00—11:00 AMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Mother Goose Toy Time - Ages 9-23 months (In Person)
Come to the library for a free playtime session with your baby, ages 9-23 months, full of age-appropriate toys and activities plus socializing with other children and caregivers. A fun time for all and a chance to practice large and small muscle development.…Learn MoreThursday, January 66:00—8:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Crane Library Bookstore OPEN
Shop 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 MoreThursday, January 67:00—8:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Alaska, Bears and Beyond (In Person)
Alaska is often regarded as a last frontier and one of the last places to see numerous large wildlife. Through the Kenai fiords, small boats allow close access to thundering, calving glaciers, breaching humpback whales, dozing Steller sea lions and playful sea otters.…Learn More7
Friday, January 710:00—11:00 AMOnline
Puppet Tales with Leigh (Online)
Through Me To You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and his puppet friends Live Online for some storytime fun on Friday mornings at 10:00 a. m. in January! Newton and his friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the kids. At the end of the show, the kids are invited to "unmute" and say hi to Newton.…Learn More8
Saturday, January 810:00 AM—4:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Crane Library Bookstore OPEN
Shop 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 MoreSaturday, January 810:30—11:00 AMOnline
Music and Movement with Miss Rubi (Online)
Join us Live Online to sing and dance with Rubi Lichauco!
Miss Rubi’s programs are so popular that there wouldn’t be enough space inside for everyone so we will be moving back to virtual programs for the winter months. Please have some wooden spoons to keep the beat, a scarf or small towel for hiding games and bring a stuffie along with you to join the fun.…Learn MoreSaturday, January 81:00—3:00 PMClassroomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
CANCELED - Teen Event - Harry Potter Reunion Screening
Teens - come and join us Saturday January 8th at 1pm for a screening of the Harry Potter Reunion!(This event will be held in the COMPUTER LAB on the top floor of the library)Saturday, January 82:00—4:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Matinee Movie: The Photograph
Join us for a matinee screening of The Photograph, starring Issa Rae. The estranged daughter of a famed photographer initiates a romantic relationship with an up-and-coming journalist who is working on a story about her late mother's life and artistic legacy after discovering an old photograph in a safe-deposit box.…Learn More9
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Tuesday, January 1110:00 AM—12:00 PMLiteracy OfficeMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
English Talk Time - New Student Registration
English Talk Time is the library's ESOL program for adults. We offer conversation and citizenship classes. Winter 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 MoreTuesday, January 1110:00—11:00 AMOnline
Aging Strong: Mindset Reset (Online)
Join 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 guests will be Scherrie Keating, from Diabetes Kare Consulting for a discussion on Mindset Reset.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 1110:00—11:00 AMAS Meeting RoomAdams Shore Library519 Sea Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Toddler Read-In at Adams Shore (In Person)
Join us at the Adams Shore Library for a Toddler Read-In! Put together and decorate a cardboard box car, then climb in and listen to a story or two. Room capacity is limited. For the safety of all attendees, masks are now required for all adults and children 5 and over who are attending children's events and programs at any Thomas Crane Public Library location.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 113:30—4:30 PM1st Floor Conference RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Come 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…Learn MoreTuesday, January 117:00—8:00 PMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Phoenix Book Club - Grades 5-8 (In Person)
Children 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 More12
Wednesday, January 129:30—10:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Community Yoga Class (In-Person)
Join 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 MoreWednesday, January 121:00—3:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Matinee Movie: Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
Join us for a matinee screening of Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings starring Simu Liu and Awkwafina. Based on the Marvel Comics character, this film follows the superhero's transition from childhood to adulthood. Trained in hand-to-hand combat by his infamous father, he begins to realize his final battle may be against the man that raised him in this action adventure.…Learn More13
Thursday, January 1310:00 AM—12:00 PMLiteracy OfficeMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
English Talk Time - New Student Registration
English Talk Time is the library's ESOL program for adults. We offer conversation and citizenship classes. Winter 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 MoreThursday, January 1310:00—11:00 AMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Mother Goose Toy Time - Ages 9-23 months (In Person)
Come to the library for a free playtime session with your baby, ages 9-23 months, full of age-appropriate toys and activities plus socializing with other children and caregivers. A fun time for all and a chance to practice large and small muscle development.…Learn MoreThursday, January 133:00—4:00 PMWollastonWollaston Library41 Beale Street, Quincy, MA, 02170
Preschool Discovery: Building (In-Person)
Drop by the Wollaston Library with your preschooler, ages 3-5, any time between 3:00 p. m. to 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.
We're building and engineering this month.…Learn MoreThursday, January 136:00—7:30 PMOnline
English Talk Time - New Student Registration
English Talk Time is the library's ESOL program for adults. We offer conversation and citizenship classes. Winter 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 MoreThursday, January 136:00—8:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Crane Library Bookstore OPEN
Shop 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 MoreThursday, January 137:00—8:00 PMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Night Owls Book Club - Grades 3-4 (In Person)
We invite children in grades 3 and 4 to join us to discuss a chapter book or graphic novel each month. Children will vote on the next month's title at the end of each meeting. January's book is: Maybe, Maybe Marisol Rainey by Erin Entrada KellyThis illustrated novel is about summer, friendship, and overcoming fears, told with warm humor and undeniable appeal.…Learn MoreThursday, January 137:00—8:30 PMClassroomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
TEEN Dungeons & Dragons - Ages 13-18
Join your librarian Dungeon Master for a game of 5th-edition Dungeons & Dragons! New and experienced players are welcome. Pre-made character sheets will be assigned to you, and dice and all other materials will be provided. Each adventure stands alone, so don't worry if you've never joined us before.…Learn More14
Friday, January 1410:00—11:00 AMOnline
Puppet Tales with Leigh (Online)
Through Me To You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and his puppet friends Live Online for some storytime fun on Friday mornings at 10:00 a. m. in January! Newton and his friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the kids. At the end of the show, the kids are invited to "unmute" and say hi to Newton.…Learn More15
Saturday, January 1510:00 AM—4:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Crane Library Bookstore OPEN
Shop 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 MoreSaturday, January 152:00—4:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Matinee Movie: Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
Join us for a matinee screening of Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings starring Simu Liu and Awkwafina. Based on the Marvel Comics character, this film follows the superhero's transition from childhood to adulthood. Trained in hand-to-hand combat by his infamous father, he begins to realize his final battle may be against the man that raised him in this action adventure.…Learn More16
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Monday, January 17Closed
Main Library
Adams Shore Library
Wollaston Library
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Tuesday, January 187:00—8:30 PMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
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Dungeons & Dragons - Ages 10-15 (In-Person) - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
New 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 More19
Wednesday, January 199:30—10:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Community Yoga Class (In-Person)
Join 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 MoreWednesday, January 191:00—3:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Matinee Movie: The Many Saints of Newark
Join us for a matinee screening of The Many Saints of Newark starring Michael Gandolfini and Vera Farmiga. Set in 1960s New Jersey, the story follows the teenage years of future mob figure Tony Soprano. The reluctantly intelligent teen comes of age during one of the most tumultuous times in the city of Newark.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 193:00—4:00 PMAdams ShoreAdams Shore Library519 Sea Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Preschool Discovery: Building (In-Person)
Drop by the Adams Shore Library with your preschooler, ages 3-5, any time between 10:00 and 11:00 a. m. to do some fun simple science together. Activities, experiments and instructions will be provided for science you can do with your child.
We're building and engineering this month.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 197:00—8:00 PMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Graphic Novels Only Book Club - Grades 3-5 (In Person)
Children in grades 3-5 are invited to join us on the third Wednesday of each month. Every month we will discuss a different graphic novel. For January, we will be reading Amulet, volume 1: The Stonekeeper. This book can be placed on hold through our online catalog, or read as an ebook.…Learn More20
Thursday, January 2010:00—11:00 AMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Mother Goose Toy Time - Ages 9-23 months (In Person)
Come to the library for a free playtime session with your baby, ages 9-23 months, full of age-appropriate toys and activities plus socializing with other children and caregivers. A fun time for all and a chance to practice large and small muscle development.…Learn MoreThursday, January 206:00—8:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Crane Library Bookstore OPEN
Shop 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 More21
Friday, January 2110:00—11:00 AMOnline
Puppet Tales with Leigh (Online)
Through Me To You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and his puppet friends Live Online for some storytime fun on Friday mornings at 10:00 a. m. in January! Newton and his friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the kids. At the end of the show, the kids are invited to "unmute" and say hi to Newton.…Learn More22
Saturday, January 2210:00—11:00 AMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Preschool Discovery: Building (In-Person)
Drop by the Main Library Children's Room with your preschooler, ages 3-5, any time between 10:00 and 11:00 a. m. to do some fun simple science together. Activities, experiments and instructions will be provided for science you can do with your child.
We're building and engineering this month.…Learn MoreSaturday, January 2210:00 AM—4:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Crane Library Bookstore OPEN
Shop 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 MoreSaturday, January 222:00—4:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Matinee Movie: The Many Saints of Newark
Join us for a matinee screening of The Many Saints of Newark starring Michael Gandolfini and Vera Farmiga. Set in 1960s New Jersey, the story follows the teenage years of future mob figure Tony Soprano. The reluctantly intelligent teen comes of age during one of the most tumultuous times in the city of Newark.…Learn More23
Sunday, January 233:00—4:00 PMRichardson BuildingMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Concerts at the Crane: Roman Rudnytsky ~ Concert Pianist
Join us for a Sunday afternoon concert in the beautiful historic Richardson Building featuring pianist Roman Rudnytsky. This event will also be LIVESTREAMED to our YouTube channel: https://www. youtube. com/thomascranepubliclibrary. Roman Rudnytsky is an American pianist of Ukrainian background who has been performing concerts around the world for many years.…Learn More24
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Tuesday, January 2510:00—11:00 AMOnline
Aging Strong: Understanding Elder Financial Abuse (Online)
Join 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 guests will be Maryann Blatsos from Thrive FinCare Solutions for a discussion on Understanding Elder Financial Abuse.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 253:30—4:30 PM1st Floor Conference RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Come 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…Learn More26
Wednesday, January 269:30—10:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Community Yoga Class (In-Person)
Join 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 MoreWednesday, January 261:00—3:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Matinee Movie: No Time to Die
Join us for a matinee screening of No Time to Die starring Daniel Craig. James Bond's post-retirement life in Jamaica is disrupted when an old CIA friend requests his assistance in rescuing a kidnapped scientist. The unexpectedly treacherous mission leads him to a confrontation with an enigmatic nemesis – and a dangerous new technology.…Learn More27
Thursday, January 2710:00—11:00 AMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Mother Goose Toy Time - Ages 9-23 months (In Person)
Come to the library for a free playtime session with your baby, ages 9-23 months, full of age-appropriate toys and activities plus socializing with other children and caregivers. A fun time for all and a chance to practice large and small muscle development.…Learn MoreThursday, January 276:00—8:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Crane Library Bookstore OPEN
Shop 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 More28
Friday, January 2810:00—11:00 AMOnline
Puppet Tales with Leigh (Online)
Through Me To You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and his puppet friends Live Online for some storytime fun on Friday mornings at 10:00 a. m. in January! Newton and his friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the kids. At the end of the show, the kids are invited to "unmute" and say hi to Newton.…Learn More29
Saturday, January 2910:00—11:00 AMOnline
CANCELED - Wonderkid Storytime - Grades K-5
Join us for a series of storytimes all about being your best you! In partnership with Squantum Elementary School, every month we will present a storytime focused on a theme or topic to help kids learn about themselves, other people, and the world around them.…Learn MoreSaturday, January 2910:00 AM—4:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Crane Library Bookstore CLOSED
Shop 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 MoreSaturday, January 292:00—4:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
CANCELED - Matinee Movie: No Time to Die
Join us for a matinee screening of No Time to Die starring Daniel Craig. James Bond's post-retirement life in Jamaica is disrupted when an old CIA friend requests his assistance in rescuing a kidnapped scientist. The unexpectedly treacherous mission leads him to a confrontation with an enigmatic nemesis – and a dangerous new technology.…Learn More30
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Monday, January 3110:00—10:45 AMOnline
CANCELED TODAY - ABC Storytime with Miss June (Online)
Join 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 January, February,…Learn MoreMonday, January 313:00—4:00 PMWollastonWollaston Library41 Beale Street, Quincy, MA, 02170
StoryLab with Miss Amanda (In-Person) - Ages 4-8 - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
StoryLab 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, January 31stMonday, February 7thMonday, February 14thMonday, February 28thMonday, March 7thWe ask that those who register do their best to attend all sessions.…Learn MoreMonday, January 313:00—4:00 PMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
CANCELED TODAY - Coding Club - Ages 9-10 (In Person) - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Coding 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, January 31st - CANCELEDMonday, February 7thMonday, February 14thMonday, February 28thMonday, March 7thWe ask that those who register do their best to attend all sessions.…Learn MoreMonday, January 316:30—7:15 PMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
CANCELED TODAY - Chickadees Book Club - Grades 1-2 (In Person) - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
This book group is a cross between a storytime and a book club. Using short stories and early readers as our texts, we'll have fun with simple games and crafts while reinforcing key reading and discussion skills in this fun and interactive series. Children must be in grade 1 or 2 and able to read and write independently to join.…Learn More