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Thursday, August 110:00—11:00 AMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Children's Concert with Tom Seiling Ages 0-3
Join us on Thursday, August 1st at 10:00 for a concert with Tom Seiling. This special concert full of familiar tunes is especially geared toward infants and toddlers but will be enjoyed by preschoolers as well.
Tom has delighted tens of thousands in over thirty years of performing accompanying himself on guitar, banjo, and harmonica adding a drum machine to keep things upbeat and easy to move to.…Learn MoreThursday, August 110:00—11:30 AMOlmsted LawnMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
English Walk and Talk Time! (Outdoor -weather permitting)
Are you interested in:
practicing your English conversation skills?learning about Quincy Center?meeting new people?Please join us for Walk and Talk! Led by 2 volunteer teachers, the walks start at the Quincy Library and follow different routes around Quincy Center (a maximum distance of 2 miles, walked at a slow pace).…Learn MoreThursday, August 12:00—4:00 PMWollastonWollaston Library41 Beale Street, Quincy, MA, 02170
LEGO Building @ Wollaston Ages 5+
Stop by the Wollaston Branch on Thursday afternoons this summer for free-play LEGO building. Grab some LEGO bricks and build a boat, a spaceship, a double-decker couch - anything you want, then toss them back and try to make something else. LEGOs must be returned by the end of the program, sorry!
Parents please note regular LEGO are intended for children ages 5 and older, DUPLO and other building toys will be available for younger children.…Learn MoreThursday, August 15:00—8:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 More2
Friday, August 212:30—3:30 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 MoreFriday, August 22:30—3:30 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Poop Museum for Ages 5 and older
Children ages 5 and older who want to learn more about poop are invited to join Susie Maguire on Friday, August 2nd at 2:30 for a presentation of the Poop Museum.
The Poop Museum is the place to come for those who are curious and have questions about
poop, and also, if like Susie Maguire, they LOVE poop, and think it’s fascinating!
Susie is a poop expert who thinks poop is THE most interesting subject in the world.…Learn More3
Saturday, August 39:30 AM—3:30 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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, August 39:30 AM—12:00 PMNQ Dinegan RoomNorth Quincy Library381 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA, 02171
Citizenship Preparation Class - North Quincy
The Thomas Crane Public Library, St Mark Community Education Program and the MIRA Coalition are partnering to provide you with FREE services to help you become a U. S. citizen.
Pathways to Citizenship is a FREE class where students learn the English and Civics needed to pass the test! Instruction includes beginner ESL and civics.…Learn More
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Monday, August 512:30—3:30 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 MoreMonday, August 52:00—3:00 PMAdams ShoreAdams Shore Library519 Sea Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Drop in Crafts @ Adams Shore Ages 3-8
Stop by the Adams Shore Branch on Monday afternoons to do some crafting. Each week we’ll have a new craft.
Week of July 1: Paper plate Frisbees
Week of July 8: Flower pot cactus
Week of July 15: Turtle puppet
Week of July 22: Superhero cuffs
Week of July 29: Shark
Week of Aug.…Learn MoreMonday, August 52:00—4:00 PMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Creativity Cafe for Ages 8-12
Kids ages 8-12 are invited to join us on Monday afternoons at the Main Library from 2-4 PM for our weekly Creativity Cafe! Each week we will have a variety of craft supplies available and a craft prompt to spark your creativity.
July 1 – 4th of…Learn MoreMonday, August 56:15—7:15 PMAS Meeting RoomAdams Shore Library519 Sea Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Arabic Storytime @Adams Shore Ages up to 7
The Library is pleased to be working with dedicated community members to offer a monthly storytime in Arabic.
Join us on the first Monday of each month at 6:15 at the Adams Shore library for this program which will be conducted primarily in Arabic with the intention of helping young Arabic language learners to improve their skills.…Learn MoreMonday, August 56:30—8:00 PMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Canvas Art Ages 8-12
Children ages 8 to 12 are invited to join us for a 2 session workshop as we learn to paint with acrylics on canvas.
This program is for children ages 8 - 12. Registration is required and is limited to Quincy residents. Registration will begin at 9:00 am on Monday, July 29th and is subject to approval by the library.…Learn More6
Tuesday, August 610:00—11:00 AMAdams ShoreAdams Shore Library519 Sea Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Recycled Crafts: Fossils @Adams Shore Ages 3 and older
Join us at the Adams Shore Library on Tuesday, August 6th at 10:00 am for a special craft activity using recycled materials!
Children ages 3 and older, accompanied by an adult are invited to join us as we make fossils from a clay made of recycled coffee grounds.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 610:00—11:00 AMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Rhyme Time with Mother Goose Ages 4-36 months
Join Mother Goose for a special storytime full of music, stories and rhymes just for our youngest friends ages 4- 36 months accompanied by an adult.Tuesday, August 66:30—8:30 PMNQ Community Meeting RoomNorth Quincy Library381 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA, 02171
Children's Movie @North Quincy: Little Mermaid
Join us for an evening showing of the classic Disney animated Little Mermaid as we sing along with Ariel and her friends.
Rated: G Runtime: 83 minutes…Learn More7
Wednesday, August 710:00—11:00 AMNQ Community Meeting RoomNorth Quincy Library381 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA, 02171
Puppet Tales with Leigh @North Quincy Ages 3+
Join us at the North Quincy Branch where Through Me To You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and his puppet friends for some storytime fun!
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 say "hi" to Newton.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 710:00 AM—12:00 PM2nd Floor Conference RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Manet Community Outreach Drop-In Hours
The Manet Community Outreach Team holds drop-in hours at the Main Library every Wednesday from 10:00 a. m. to Noon. Registered nurses are on hand to provide things like:harm reduction materials like Narcan, wound care kits and fentanyl test stripssnacks, clothing, toiletries to those who need themreferrals for SUD treatment or Medication Assisted Treatment, or referrals to a Recovery Navigator for specific help for those looking for recovery from addictionreferrals for primary care doctors with Manet, or schedule follow up appointments with Manet providersset up appointments with a health insurance navigator if someone needs help obtaining or changing health insurance plansappointment booking for testing for STI/Hep C/HIV, point people in the right direction for anything else they may need help withAll are welcome and no appointment is needed.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 712:30—3:30 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 More8
Thursday, August 810:00—11:30 AMOlmsted LawnMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
English Walk and Talk Time! (Outdoor -weather permitting)
Are you interested in:
practicing your English conversation skills?learning about Quincy Center?meeting new people?Please join us for Walk and Talk! Led by 2 volunteer teachers, the walks start at the Quincy Library and follow different routes around Quincy Center (a maximum distance of 2 miles, walked at a slow pace).…Learn MoreThursday, August 810:00—11:00 AMWollastonWollaston Library41 Beale Street, Quincy, MA, 02170
Preschool Discovery @Wollaston - Ages 3-5
Drop by the Wollaston Library with your preschooler, ages 3-5, any time between 10:00 and 11:00 a. m. on Thursday, August 8th to do some fun simple science together. Activities, experiments and instructions will be provided for science you can do with your child.…Learn MoreThursday, August 82:00—4:00 PMWollastonWollaston Library41 Beale Street, Quincy, MA, 02170
LEGO Building @ Wollaston Ages 5+
Stop by the Wollaston Branch on Thursday afternoons this summer for free-play LEGO building. Grab some LEGO bricks and build a boat, a spaceship, a double-decker couch - anything you want, then toss them back and try to make something else. LEGOs must be returned by the end of the program, sorry!
Parents please note regular LEGO are intended for children ages 5 and older, DUPLO and other building toys will be available for younger children.…Learn MoreThursday, August 85:00—8:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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, August 86:00—7:00 PMRichardson BuildingRichardson Building40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Genealogy Club
Join us for the first meeting of TCPL's Genealogy Club! This introductory session will be a blend of Research Help and Work and Share. Bring your genealogical questions, brick walls, and curiosities. Explore the databases available at the Library for genealogical research, and share your stories! Bring a laptop (if you have one!) and be prepared to share a fun genealogical story or challenge from your research with the group (if you are comfortable).…Learn MoreThursday, August 86:30—7:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Stuffed Animal Sleepover All Ages
What adventures will your stuffed animal have in the library after closing? It's time to find out!
Kids, bring your stuffed animal friends for our special story time on Thursday, August 8th at 6:30. We will check them in and after you go home we will take pictures of their overnight adventures at the library!
Pick up will be Friday (Aug 9) or Saturday (Aug 10) morning from 9:00-11:00 am.…Learn More9
Friday, August 99:00—11:00 AMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Stuffed Animal Sleepover Pickup
Pick up will be Friday (Aug 9) or Saturday (Aug 10) morning from 9-11. There will be a slide show of pictures and snacks for pick up! Don’t worry if you can’t make it at this time you can still stop by to pick up your animal any time the library is open and we’ll be sharing the animals adventures on social media.
Friday, August 912:30—3:30 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 More10
Saturday, August 109:00—11:00 AMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Stuffed Animal Sleepover Pickup
Pick up will be Friday (Aug 9) or Saturday (Aug 10) morning from 9-11. There will be a slide show of pictures and snacks for pick up! Don’t worry if you can’t make it at this time you can still stop by to pick up your animal any time the library is open and we’ll be sharing the animals adventures on social media.
Saturday, August 109:30 AM—3:30 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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, August 102:00—4:00 PMOlmsted LawnMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Reading Olympics Closing Ceremony
Be sure to record your time by noon on Saturday, August 10th.
Join us at 2:00 pm for the Reading Olympics closing ceremony, where we will announce the winners and play games on the Olmsted lawn.
This program will take place rain or shine, in case of inclement weather we will move indoors.…Learn More11
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Monday, August 1210:00—10:45 AMThe Tot Lot @ Wollaston Beach
Storytime for Ages 2-5 @ the Wollaston Beach Tot Lot
Join Ms. Dorothy for a fun outdoor storytime at the Wollaston Beach Tot Lot, located between East Elm Ave. and Sachem St. (next to the Clam Box). Bring your sunscreen and water and we'll bring the books and music!
Cosponsored by the Friends of Wollaston…Learn MoreMonday, August 1212:30—3:30 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 MoreMonday, August 122:00—3:00 PMAdams ShoreAdams Shore Library519 Sea Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Drop in Crafts @ Adams Shore Ages 3-8
Stop by the Adams Shore Branch on Monday afternoons to do some crafting. Each week we’ll have a new craft.
Week of July 1: Paper plate Frisbees
Week of July 8: Flower pot cactus
Week of July 15: Turtle puppet
Week of July 22: Superhero cuffs
Week of July 29: Shark
Week of Aug.…Learn MoreMonday, August 122:00—4:00 PMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Creativity Cafe for Ages 8-12
Kids ages 8-12 are invited to join us on Monday afternoons at the Main Library from 2-4 PM for our weekly Creativity Cafe! Each week we will have a variety of craft supplies available and a craft prompt to spark your creativity.
July 1 – 4th of…Learn More13
Tuesday, August 136:30—7:00 PMNQ Community Meeting RoomNorth Quincy Library381 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA, 02171
PJ Storytime @North Quincy - Ages 1-5
Join us at the North Quincy Branch on Tuesday, July 9th at 6:30 pm for an evening pajama storytime for the whole family! Children ages 1-5 will particularly enjoy this storytime, as we’ll sing songs, read books, recite rhymes, and more!Tuesday, August 136:30—7:30 PMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Super Awesome Hangout Club for ages 8-12
Calling all 8-12 year olds! Come hang out with old friends and make some new ones!
Hangout with us on August 13th in the Children’s blue program room from 6:30-7:30 pm to create melted crayon art.14
Wednesday, August 1410:00 AM—12:00 PM2nd Floor Conference RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Manet Community Outreach Drop-In Hours
The Manet Community Outreach Team holds drop-in hours at the Main Library every Wednesday from 10:00 a. m. to Noon. Registered nurses are on hand to provide things like:harm reduction materials like Narcan, wound care kits and fentanyl test stripssnacks, clothing, toiletries to those who need themreferrals for SUD treatment or Medication Assisted Treatment, or referrals to a Recovery Navigator for specific help for those looking for recovery from addictionreferrals for primary care doctors with Manet, or schedule follow up appointments with Manet providersset up appointments with a health insurance navigator if someone needs help obtaining or changing health insurance plansappointment booking for testing for STI/Hep C/HIV, point people in the right direction for anything else they may need help withAll are welcome and no appointment is needed.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 1411:00 AM—12:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Singing Storytime Ages 2-6
Join Ms. Rebekah at the Main Library for singing storytime! All kids ages 2-6 accompanied by an adult are invited to meet in the Children's Room on Tuesday July 10th at 11:00 am to learn about an instrument, sing favorite songs, and learn new songs!&n…Learn MoreWednesday, August 1412:30—3:30 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 MoreWednesday, August 146:30—8:30 PMWollastonWollaston Library41 Beale Street, Quincy, MA, 02170
Wollaston Adults Board Game Night
Adults are invited to join us for a monthly board game night at the Wollaston Branch Library. We'll have different games available every month. If you're a board game fan, join us to try out a new game. If you haven't played a board game since you were a kid, join us too! Games will be appropriate for adult players and rules and help are provided.…Learn More15
Thursday, August 1510:00—11:00 AMWollastonWollaston Library41 Beale Street, Quincy, MA, 02170
Dolphin Day @Wollaston All Ages
On Thursday August 15th at 10:00 am children ages 5 and older are invited to join Jennifer Kelly from Whale and Dolphin Conservation (WDC)at the Wollaston Library to learn all about dolphins.
Did you know you that dolphins are toothed whales? Join WDC to hear more interesting facts about dolphins.…Learn MoreThursday, August 1510:00—11:30 AMOlmsted LawnMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
English Walk and Talk Time! (Outdoor -weather permitting)
Are you interested in:
practicing your English conversation skills?learning about Quincy Center?meeting new people?Please join us for Walk and Talk! Led by 2 volunteer teachers, the walks start at the Quincy Library and follow different routes around Quincy Center (a maximum distance of 2 miles, walked at a slow pace).…Learn MoreThursday, August 152:00—4:00 PMAS Meeting RoomAdams Shore Library519 Sea Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Movie @ Adams Shore: In the Heights
Join us at Adams Shore Library for a matinee screening of In the Heights. In Washington Heights, a sympathetic New York bodega owner saves every penny every day as he imagines and sings about a better life. Rated PG. Run time 143 minutes . Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Thomas Crane Public Library.Thursday, August 152:00—4:00 PMWollastonWollaston Library41 Beale Street, Quincy, MA, 02170
LEGO Building @ Wollaston Ages 5+
Stop by the Wollaston Branch on Thursday afternoons this summer for free-play LEGO building. Grab some LEGO bricks and build a boat, a spaceship, a double-decker couch - anything you want, then toss them back and try to make something else. LEGOs must be returned by the end of the program, sorry!
Parents please note regular LEGO are intended for children ages 5 and older, DUPLO and other building toys will be available for younger children.…Learn MoreThursday, August 155:00—8:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 More16
Friday, August 1610:00—11:00 AMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Snap Circuits for Ages 8-12
Join us on Friday, August 16th from 10:00 -11:00 am to explore electric circuits with Snap Circuits! Use our circuitry kits to put together circuit boards that will make lights blink, sounds turn on, propellers spin, and more! We've got everything kids will need to work on these projects, including instructions.…Learn MoreFriday, August 1612:30—3:30 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 More17
Saturday, August 179:30 AM—3:30 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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, August 1710:00—11:00 AMNQ Dinegan RoomNorth Quincy Library381 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA, 02171
Preschool Discovery @North Quincy - Ages 3-5
Drop by the North Quincy Branch Library with your preschooler, ages 3-5, any time between 10:00 and 11:00 a. m. on the third Saturday of each month to do some fun simple science together. Come in and do some of our favorite science activities from the past year of Preschool Discovery! Did you have fun with magnets? Did you miss out on making constellations? Did you want to try building a new marble run? Try out all these and more! Each month activities, experiments and instructions will be provided on a different science topic you can do with your child.…Learn More18
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Monday, August 1912:30—3:30 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 MoreMonday, August 192:00—3:00 PMAdams ShoreAdams Shore Library519 Sea Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Drop in Crafts @ Adams Shore Ages 3-8
Stop by the Adams Shore Branch on Monday afternoons to do some crafting. Each week we’ll have a new craft.
Week of July 1: Paper plate Frisbees
Week of July 8: Flower pot cactus
Week of July 15: Turtle puppet
Week of July 22: Superhero cuffs
Week of July 29: Shark
Week of Aug.…Learn MoreMonday, August 192:00—4:00 PMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Creativity Cafe for Ages 8-12
Kids ages 8-12 are invited to join us on Monday afternoons at the Main Library from 2-4 PM for our weekly Creativity Cafe! Each week we will have a variety of craft supplies available and a craft prompt to spark your creativity.
July 1 – 4th of…Learn MoreMonday, August 193:00—4:00 PMWollastonWollaston Library41 Beale Street, Quincy, MA, 02170
Papermaking Workshop for Teens @Wollaston
Join us at Wollaston Library to make your own paper using recycled paper pulp. Add glitter, confetti, different colors, make your paper unique, and take it home at the end!This program is for teens ages 13-18.20
Tuesday, August 202:00—4:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Whale Day All Ages
Children of all ages are invited to join us on Tuesday August 20th from 2:00 -4:00 pm for a whale of a good time!
We will have a special whale storytime, crafts, puzzles and more in the large meeting room. Out in the atrium you will meet Nile, a life size inflatable Right Whale.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 207:00—8:30 PMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Dungeons and Dragons Ages 10-15 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.…Learn More21
Wednesday, August 2110:00 AM—12:00 PM2nd Floor Conference RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Manet Community Outreach Drop-In Hours
The Manet Community Outreach Team holds drop-in hours at the Main Library every Wednesday from 10:00 a. m. to Noon. Registered nurses are on hand to provide things like:harm reduction materials like Narcan, wound care kits and fentanyl test stripssnacks, clothing, toiletries to those who need themreferrals for SUD treatment or Medication Assisted Treatment, or referrals to a Recovery Navigator for specific help for those looking for recovery from addictionreferrals for primary care doctors with Manet, or schedule follow up appointments with Manet providersset up appointments with a health insurance navigator if someone needs help obtaining or changing health insurance plansappointment booking for testing for STI/Hep C/HIV, point people in the right direction for anything else they may need help withAll are welcome and no appointment is needed.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 2111:00 AM—12:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Puppet Tales with Leigh Ages 3+
Join us at the North Quincy Branch where Through Me To You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and his puppet friends for some storytime fun!
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 say "hi" to Newton.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 2112:30—3:30 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 MoreWednesday, August 213:00—4:00 PMAdams ShoreAdams Shore Library519 Sea Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Preschool Discovery @Adams Shore - Ages 3-5
Drop by the Adams Shore 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. Come in and do some of our favorite science activities from the past year of Preschool Discovery! Did you have fun with magnets? Did you miss out on making constellations? Did you want to try building a new marble run? Try out all these and more! Each month activities, experiments and instructions will be provided on a different science topic you can do with your child.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 217:00—8:00 PMWollastonWollaston Library41 Beale Street, Quincy, MA, 02170
ExPLORE: Plants and Gardening @Wollaston Ages 8-12
ExPLORE (Experiment, Play, Learn, Observe, Read, Examine) is a series of monthly hands-on science workshops for children ages 8-12 covering a wide variety of topics.
Join us to learn about plants and gardening and plant your own small container garden using recycled materials.…Learn More22
Thursday, August 2210:00—11:30 AMOlmsted LawnMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
English Walk and Talk Time! (Outdoor -weather permitting)
Are you interested in:
practicing your English conversation skills?learning about Quincy Center?meeting new people?Please join us for Walk and Talk! Led by 2 volunteer teachers, the walks start at the Quincy Library and follow different routes around Quincy Center (a maximum distance of 2 miles, walked at a slow pace).…Learn MoreThursday, August 2210:00—11:00 AMCommunity Meeting RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Toy Time - Ages 9-23 months
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, August 222:00—4:00 PMWollastonWollaston Library41 Beale Street, Quincy, MA, 02170
LEGO Building @ Wollaston Ages 5+
Stop by the Wollaston Branch on Thursday afternoons this summer for free-play LEGO building. Grab some LEGO bricks and build a boat, a spaceship, a double-decker couch - anything you want, then toss them back and try to make something else. LEGOs must be returned by the end of the program, sorry!
Parents please note regular LEGO are intended for children ages 5 and older, DUPLO and other building toys will be available for younger children.…Learn MoreThursday, August 222:00—3:00 PMAS Meeting RoomAdams Shore Library519 Sea Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Recycled Crafts: Baskets @Adams Shore Ages 8-12
Join us at the Adams Shore Library on Thursday, August 22nd at 2:00 pm for a special craft activity using recycled materials!
Children ages 8-12are invited to join us as we make baskets out of recycled yarn.…Learn MoreThursday, August 225:00—8:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 More23
Friday, August 2310:00—11:00 AMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Preschool Discovery @Main Library Ages 3 and older
Drop by the Main Library children’s room with your preschooler, ages 3-5, any time between 10:00 and 11:00 a. m. on Friday, August 25th o do some fun simple science together. Activities, experiments and instructions will be provided for science you can do with your child.…Learn MoreFriday, August 2312:30—3:30 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 More24
Saturday, August 249:30 AM—3:30 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 More25
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Monday, August 2612:30—3:30 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 MoreMonday, August 262:00—3:00 PMAdams ShoreAdams Shore Library519 Sea Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Drop in Crafts @ Adams Shore Ages 3-8
Stop by the Adams Shore Branch on Monday afternoons to do some crafting. Each week we’ll have a new craft.
Week of July 1: Paper plate Frisbees
Week of July 8: Flower pot cactus
Week of July 15: Turtle puppet
Week of July 22: Superhero cuffs
Week of July 29: Shark
Week of Aug.…Learn MoreMonday, August 262:00—4:00 PMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Creativity Cafe for Ages 8-12
Kids ages 8-12 are invited to join us on Monday afternoons at the Main Library from 2-4 PM for our weekly Creativity Cafe! Each week we will have a variety of craft supplies available and a craft prompt to spark your creativity.
July 1 – 4th of…Learn More27
Tuesday, August 277:00—8:00 PMNQ Community Meeting RoomNorth Quincy Library381 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA, 02171
Sodas and Scribbles @North Quincy All Ages
Kids and their grownups are invited to join us for "Sodas & Scribbles," at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, August 27th where we'll enjoy painting with watercolors and sipping soda. Bring your artistic flair and take home your new masterpiece!
We’ll be using watercolors which can be drippy so dress to get messy.…Learn More28
Wednesday, August 2810:00 AM—12:00 PM2nd Floor Conference RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Manet Community Outreach Drop-In Hours
The Manet Community Outreach Team holds drop-in hours at the Main Library every Wednesday from 10:00 a. m. to Noon. Registered nurses are on hand to provide things like:harm reduction materials like Narcan, wound care kits and fentanyl test stripssnacks, clothing, toiletries to those who need themreferrals for SUD treatment or Medication Assisted Treatment, or referrals to a Recovery Navigator for specific help for those looking for recovery from addictionreferrals for primary care doctors with Manet, or schedule follow up appointments with Manet providersset up appointments with a health insurance navigator if someone needs help obtaining or changing health insurance plansappointment booking for testing for STI/Hep C/HIV, point people in the right direction for anything else they may need help withAll are welcome and no appointment is needed.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 2812:30—3:30 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 MoreWednesday, August 286:30—7:30 PMChildren's RoomMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Page Turners Graphic Novel Book Club for ages 8-12
Children ages 8-12 are invited to join us on the Wednesday, August 28th at 6:30 pm for our Page Turners graphic novel book club to discuss Miles Morales: Shock Waves by Justin Reynolds.
Copies of the books are available for pick up in the main library children’s room and as an ebook on Libby.…Learn More29
Thursday, August 2910:00—11:30 AMOlmsted LawnMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
English Walk and Talk Time! (Outdoor -weather permitting)
Are you interested in:
practicing your English conversation skills?learning about Quincy Center?meeting new people?Please join us for Walk and Talk! Led by 2 volunteer teachers, the walks start at the Quincy Library and follow different routes around Quincy Center (a maximum distance of 2 miles, walked at a slow pace).…Learn MoreThursday, August 292:00—4:00 PMWollastonWollaston Library41 Beale Street, Quincy, MA, 02170
LEGO Building @ Wollaston Ages 5+
Stop by the Wollaston Branch on Thursday afternoons this summer for free-play LEGO building. Grab some LEGO bricks and build a boat, a spaceship, a double-decker couch - anything you want, then toss them back and try to make something else. LEGOs must be returned by the end of the program, sorry!
Parents please note regular LEGO are intended for children ages 5 and older, DUPLO and other building toys will be available for younger children.…Learn MoreThursday, August 295:00—8:00 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 More30
Friday, August 3012:30—3:30 PMBookstoreMain Library40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA, 02169
Friends 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 More31