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January 2025 | Volume 22 Issue 1 |
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Welcome Quincy 400! 400 years of the people and ideas that have shaped America. 400 years of history, diversity, and culture. 400 years of community. Founded in 1625, Quincy has been a witness to 400 years of change, growth, and innovation. From its origins as a small settlement to its development into a vibrant City, Quincy has always been a place of legacy and pride. Along 27 miles of Massachusetts coastline and as the birthplace of Presidents John Adams and John Quincy Adams, our City holds a special place in the narrative of American democracy and governance. The City invites everyone to join in on commemorating this landmark anniversary in 2025. Join us as we honor this extraordinary place with a year full of celebrations and events. Together, we can reflect on our past, celebrate our present, and look forward to a bright future. |
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New Year's EARLY CLOSURE Tuesday, December 31 at 12:30 PM CLOSED Wednesday, January 1, 2025 |
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day CLOSED Monday, January 20, 2025 |
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8:30 - 10 AM Quincy Room, Main Library Questions? Email the Board of Trustees at tcpltrustees@quincyma.gov |
Tuesday, January 7 7 - 8 PM North Quincy Library Quarterly January's Theme: New Year, New You, NEW RECIPES |
Wednesday, January 8 6 - 8:30 PM Adams Shore Library |
Wednesday, January 8 7 - 8 PM Main Library Register starting on Wednesday, December 18 at 9:30 AM |
Saturday, January 11 3 - 4 PM North Quincy Library Monthly Mocktails provided. |
Thursday, January 16 7 - 8 PM Main Library |
Saturday, January 25 11 AM - 12 PM Main Library Recurring - 4th Saturdays |
Sunday, January 26 3 - 4 PM Richardson Building, Main Library The event will also be LIVESTREAMED to our YouTube channel and recorded and aired at a later date on QATV. |
Tuesday, January 28 7 - 8 PM North Quincy Library Bimonthly January's title: Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi Copies of the book will be available at the North Quincy Library. |
Tuesday, January 28 7 - 8:30 PM Main Library Bimonthly January's title: There Are No Accidents by Jessie Singer Copies will be available for pickup at the Main Library Circulation Desk beginning December 30. |
Second Thursdays, Monthly Richardson Building Main Library |
The Genealogy Club will host monthly "Research Help and Share" meetings on most 2nd Thursdays for participants to work on their research, share their findings and questions, and work with fellow members and an on-hand archivist!
The club will also host various workshops and guest speaker programs in our "Genealogy Club Presents!" series. |
Thursday, Jan 9 | 6 - 7 PM Main Library |
Thursday, Jan 16 | 7 - 8 PM Main Library |
Wednesdays (CLOSED 1/1) 5 - 7 PM Main Library For All Ages (Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult guardian) |
Drop-In Open Hours allows guests to use the makerspace equipment for personal projects and or experimentation! Please note that The Cranium has a maximum capacity of 12 during open hours, and on some occasions we do have to turn people away when that capacity is reached. We recommend planning ahead and reserving equipment in advance. Reserve ahead here. Use of an equipment must be completed by the end of your reservation time so as not to run over into the following reservation. Additionally, staff cannot provide detailed, one-on-one instruction during open hours. However, The Cranium webpage does provide detailed tutorials and instructions on the equipment and any additional questions you may have can be directed to quref@ocln.org |
Saturday, January 25 4th Saturdays | 11 AM - 12 PM For Ages 18+ Please note that The Cranium has a maximum capacity of 15 during this program. |
Tuesday, January 28 6 - 7:30 PM For Ages 18+ NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED Please note that The Cranium has a maximum capacity of 12 during this program. |
Wednesdays at 2 PM at the Main Library |
January 8 Rated: R | Runtime: 1h 55min January 15 Rated: PG-13 | Runtime: 1h 40min January 22 Rated: PG | Runtime: 1h 44min January 29 Rated: PG-13 | Runtime: 2h 2min |
Movie @ Adams Shore Tuesday, January 16 2 - 4 PM Rated: PG-13 | Runtime: 2h 13min |
Movie Night @ North Quincy Thursday, January 21 6:15 - 8:30 PM Rated: PG-13 | Runtime: 2h 12min |
2nd Tuesdays | 6:30 - 7 PM January 14 January - December 2025 |
2nd Tuesdays | 7:30 - 8 PM January 14 January - December 2025 |
Quarterly | 6:30 - 7 PM Thursday, January 16 January, April, July, and October 2025 |
1st & 3rd Wednesdays 9:30 - 11:30 AM January - June 2025 |
If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career," this networking group program is perfect for you! Informal networking takes place before and after from 9 - 9:30 AM and 11:30 AM - 12 PM. This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. This group is sponsored by approximately 50 Massachusetts public libraries. |
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Tuesday, Jan 7 | 7 - 8 PM Friday, Jan 10 | 7 - 8 PM Wednesday, Jan 15 | 7 - 8 PM Friday, Jan 24 | 7 - 8 PM Tuesday, Jan 28 | 7 - 8 PM Friday, Jan 31 | 7 - 8 PM |
Weekly Wednesdays | 9:30 - 10:30 AM Humble Roots Yoga classes are friendly, non-competitive, judgement free and trauma sensitive. Hands on assists will not be provided. Accessibility: beginner friendly, must be able to get up and down from the ground. Drop-In Social Services Monday - Friday | 9 AM - 1 PM 2nd Floor Media Room, Main Library All are welcome and no appointment is needed. Toiletries, supplies, and snacks are available. Thursdays | 1 - 2 PM Are you seeking legal information or assistance in navigating state, local and federal laws? There are 15 Trial Court Law Libraries located across Massachusetts to serve the courts, attorneys and the public. Just like local public libraries, the law libraries are open to everyone. You can receive legal reference assistance, borrow books, and use print and electronic resources. |
Monthly Thursday, Jan 2 | 6 - 8 PM  Tuesday, Jan 7 | 7 - 8 PM Tuesday, Jan 14 | 6:30 - 8:30 PM Friday, Jan 17 | 10 AM - 12 PM * MOVED to the Classroom, Main Library * Tuesday, Jan 28 | 7 - 8 PM |
 ESOL Volunteers Needed! The library's English Talk Time program is seeking volunteer facilitators to lead (or co-lead) our ESOL conversation classes. At this time, we are hoping to welcome people who have experience helping adults improve their English language skills. If you don't have experience, but are excited about the idea of working with our local immigrant community, please reach out. Training will be provided! A variety of teaching resources and assistance with lesson planning are available to our volunteers. For more information, please email Molly at quenglishtalk@ocln.org. |
Consider becoming a volunteer literacy tutor. Literacy tutors are dedicated, patient, flexible, and encouraging volunteers who create a positive learning environment where adults can thrive and learn without embarrassment. No previous teaching experience is required. We provide extensive training and support! ATTEND ONE OF OUR VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSIONS: 10 AM - 12 PM Registration Required! Call 617-376-1314 or Email quliteracy@ocln.org to learn more! |
Teen Advisory Board 3:30 - 4:30 PM Community Meeting Room Main Library North Quincy Library Contact quteen@ocln.org with questions |
Wednesday, January 8 1:30 - 2:30 PM Main Library No Registration Required For teens in grades 8 - 12 only |
Thursday, January 9 3 - 4 PM Main Library No Registration Required For teens in grades 8 - 12 only |
Thursday, January 16 3 - 4 PM Main Library No Registration Required For teens in grades 8 - 12 only |
Tuesday, January 21 3 - 4 PM The Cranium, Main Library No Registration Required For teens in grades 8 - 12 only |
 Wednesday, January 22 3:30 - 4:30 PM Main Library No Registration Required For teens in grades 8 - 12 only |
Saturday, January 25 Drop-In: 11 AM - 1 PM North Quincy Library No Registration Required For teens in grades 8 - 12 only |
Saturday, January 25 2 - 4 PM North Quincy Library Registration for this event opens Thursday, January 2 at 9 AM. For ages 13 - 17 years only |
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 TWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA Thursday, Jan 2 | 7 - 8 PM Wednesday, Jan 8 | 7 - 8 PM Wednesday, Jan 22 | 7 - 8 PM Registration is limited to Quincy residents. Registration for this event opens Thursday, January 2 at 9 AM. 6:30 - 8 PM Tweens (Ages 8 - 12 years) Main Library Registration is limited to Quincy residents. Registration for this event opens Thursday, January 2 at 9 AM. |
Grades 1 - 3 Adams Shore Library Wednesday, Jan 8 | 2 - 2:45 PM Wednesday, Jan 15 | 2 - 2:45 PM Wednesday, Jan 22 | 2 - 2:45 PM Wednesday, Jan 29 | 2 - 2:45 PM Registration is limited to Quincy residents. Please only register if your child is able to attend all 4 sessions as what we learn and the activities we do will build on each other. We will learn from the Museum of Science about insect pollinators and their importance, and then engineer hand pollinators that move pollen from one pumpkin flower to another. 2 - 4 PM Ages 5+ years North Quincy Library Parents please note these are regular LEGO, not DUPLO and are not appropriate for smaller children. |
Grades 1 - 3 Monthly Friday, Jan 10 | 3 - 4 PM Main Library Registration is limited to Quincy residents. Registration for this event opens Thursday, January 2 at 9 AM.  5 week series Thursdays | 3 - 4 PM 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/27, 3/6 Main Library Registration is limited to Quincy residents. Registration for this event opens Tuesday, January 14 at 9 AM. |
Preschool Discovery Ages 3 - 5 years Monthly North Quincy Library Adams Shore Library Wollaston Library Main Library Ages 8 - 12 years Monthly, 3rd Wednesdays Wednesday, Jan 15 | 3 - 4 PM North Quincy Library No Registration Required |
Mondays, 10 AM 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/24, 3/3 North Quincy Library |
Mondays, 10 AM 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/24, 3/3 Main Library |
Tuesdays, 10 AM 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4 Adams Shore Library |
Ages 3 - 5 years Wednesdays, 10 AM 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/26, 3/5 Main Library |
Ages 4 - 11 months Thursdays, 9:30 AM 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/27, 3/6 Main Library |
Ages 12 - 23 months Main Library 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/27, 3/6 Register for EITHER session REGISTRATION REQUIRED |
Music & Movement with Miss Rubi Ages 0 - 2 years Ages 3 - 6 years Main Library Due to overcrowding, tickets are now required. Free tickets will be available at the Children’s desk beginning at 10:45 am on the day of. 1st Tuesdays Ages 2 - 5 years & Caretakers Tuesday, January 7 | 6:30 PM Main Library Recurring Ages 6 - 8 years Monday, January 13 | 5:30 PM Adams Shore Library Meet Bailey the therapy dog and spend some time practicing your reading together! |
1st Mondays Ages 0 - 7 years Monday, January 6 | 6:15 PM Adams Shore Library Toy Time Ages 9 - 23 months 10 - 11 AM | Main Library 3rd Tuesdays Ages 10 - 15 years Tuesday, January 14 | 6:30 PM North Quincy Library Registration is limited to Quincy residents. There is no waitlist for this program. Family PJ Storytime (Ages 1 - 5 years) Homeschool Hangouts (Ages 5 - 13 years) Super Awesome Hangout Club (Grades 3 - 7) No January Sessions | Returns in February |
Grades 3 - 4 Thursday, January 9 | 7 - 8 PM Main Library Meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month. Grade 1 - 3 & Parents/Guardians Tuesday, January 21 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM North Quincy Library Meets on the 3rd Tuesdays of each month. |
Grade 5 - 7 Thursday, January 16 | 7 - 8 PM Main Library Meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Continuing Tween Extravaganza, we will also be decorating sugar cookies! Page Turners Graphic Novel Book Club Grade 3 - 7 | Main Library No January Session | Returns in February 2025 |
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