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October 2024 | Volume 21 Issue 10 |
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In this Issue
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🍂🌻Fall Frenzy 2024🌻🍂 🎃SEPTEMBER 30 - NOVEMBER 6🎃 Join us for an All Ages reading competition among several other libraries in the South Shore! Participating libraries will compete each week in March for the most minutes, and all kinds of reading counts: books, graphic novels, audiobooks, magazines, and newspapers. Every minute counts!
The top library wins a trophy and of course, bragging rights!
Let's go Quincy! |
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While we are closed, visit our Online Library which is open 24/7 to access eBooks, eAudiobooks, movies, and tv shows for free with your library card! Have a safe holiday! |
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8:30 - 10 AM Quincy Room, Main Library Questions? Email the Board of Trustees at tcpltrustees@quincyma.gov |
Tuesday, Oct 1 7 - 8 PM Classroom, Main Library Monthly - 1st Tuesdays |
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Wednesday, Oct 9
7 - 8 PM Main Library Thursday, Oct 17 6 - 8 PM Main Library |
Saturday, Oct 19 Drop-In: 2:30 - 4 PM The Cranium, Main Library All Ages |
Wednesday, Oct 23 7 - 8 PM Main Library |
Thursday, Oct 24 7 - 8 PM Main Library |
After Hours at the Crane: Zombie Prom Friday, Oct 25 6:30 - 8:30 PM Main Library Adults 21+ |
Saturday, Oct 26 11 AM - 12 PM Main Library |
Sunday, Oct 27 3 - 4 PM Richardson Building, Main Library |
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. This series is open to all and is catered towards genealogical research for all levels from beginner to advanced. The Genealogy Club is hosted by The Archives and Special Collections Department. Sessions are free and open to all, and may feature professional guest speakers, instructional, and various genealogical topics. It is not necessary to attend all sessions to participate. |
Thursday, Oct. 10, 6 - 7 PM No Registration Required Wednesday, Oct. 16, 7 - 8 PM No Registration Required Wednesday, Oct. 30, 7 - 8 PM No Registration Required |
Thursday, Nov. 7, 6 - 7 PM No Registration Required Thursday, Dec. 12, 6 - 7 PM No Registration Required Stay tuned for more! |
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 |
For Ages 18+ REGISTRATION REQUIRED Registration opens 2 weeks prior to event. |
Thursday, Oct 17 6 - 7:30 PM For Ages 18+ REGISTRATION REQUIRED Registration opens 2 weeks prior to event. |
All Ages No Registration Required.
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Monthly, 4th Tuesdays | 6 - 7:30 PM October 22 For Ages 18+ NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED Please note that The Cranium has a maximum capacity of 12 during this program. |
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Bimonthly, 4th Thursdays | 6 - 7:30 PM October 24 For Ages 18+ NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED Please note that The Cranium has a maximum capacity of 12 during this program. |
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October 2 Rated: PG-13 | Runtime: 1h 43min October 9 Rated: NR | Runtime: 1h 15min October 16 Rated: PG | Runtime: 1h 45min October 23 Rated: PG-13 | Runtime: 1h 43min October 30 Rated: PG | Runtime: 1h 36min |
Audio Described Movie Split CANCELED | 2 - 4 PM Rated: PG-13 | Runtime: 1h 57min |
Movie @ Adams Shore Thursday, Oct 17 | 2 - 4 PM Rated: PG | Runtime: 1h 36min |
Foreign Film Fridays Friday, Oct 18 | 2 - 4 PM Spanish Dub; English Subtitles Rated: R | Runtime: 1h 45min |
1st & 3rd Wednesdays 9:30 - 11:30 AM August - December 2024 Register directly on Zoom HERE. |
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. |
Friday, Oct 4 | 2 - 3 PM Registration Required to receive Zoom link. Register here |
Monday, Oct 7 | 2 - 3 PM Registration Required to receive Zoom link. Register here |
Tuesday, Oct 22 | 2 -3 PM Registration Required to receive Zoom link. Register here |
Wednesday, Oct 23 | 7 - 8 PM Registration Required to receive Zoom link. Register here |
Tuesday, Oct 29 | 7 - 8 PM Registration Required to receive Zoom link. Register here |
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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. Check our Events Calendar for updates! In case of cold or rainy weather, class will be moved INDOORS to the Community Meeting Room. Accessibility: beginner friendly, must be able to get up and down from the ground. Wednesdays | 10 AM - 12 PM 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. For more information about the Trial Court Law Libraries, visit their website. If you do not have access to a computer, an internet connection, or are unable to watch the program for whatever reason, please call the Reference Desk at 617-376-1300 x3 in advance of the program for assistance. |
Monthly * NEW * Tuesday, Oct 1 | 7 - 8 PM  Thursday, Oct 3 | 6 - 8 PM  Dementia Caretakers Support Group NO OCTOBER MEETING | 7 - 8 PM Wednesday, Oct 9 | 6:30 - 8:30 PM Friday, Oct 18 | 7 - 8 PM Wednesday, Oct 23 | 7 - 8 PM Copies of Fun Home by Alison Bechdel will be available at the Wollaston Library. Tuesday, Oct 29 | 7 - 8 PM Tuesday, Oct 29 | 7 - 8:30 PM Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World by Henry Grabar |
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English Walk & Talk! Everyone is welcome! Join us on Thursday mornings for our outdoor Walk & Talk program! 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). Meet us on the lawn outside the Washington Street entrance of the Main Library located at 40 Washington St. The Walk runs from 10 - 11:30 AM. This is a drop-in event. Registration is not required.
On cold or rainy days, the walk will be moved INDOORS to the Classroom for a virtual city tour and talk.
Children are also welcome, but must be supervised by a caregiver at all times.
Questions? Please email 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 for our tutors! Call 617-376-1314 or Email quliteracy@ocln.org to learn more! |
Free Tutoring Help is available for Adults who want to learn how to read and write. Call us to set up a time to meet with us in person at the library! This meeting will give us the information we need to match you with a tutor. A match is based on your availability, scheduling, and your needs and interests. Call Mary at 617-376-1314 to get started! All calls to this number are private. |
Teen Advisory Board 3:30 - 4:30 PM Main Library Contact quteen@ocln.org with questions. |
Wednesday, Oct 2 1:30 - 2:30 PM Main Library No Registration Required For teens in grades 8 - 12 only |
Thursday, Oct 10 3 - 4 PM Main Library No Registration Required For teens in grades 8 - 12 only |
Tuesday, Oct 15 7 - 8:30 PM Children's Room, Main Library Limited to Quincy Residents only. There is no Wait List. For ages 10-15 years only |
Wednesday, Oct 16 3 - 4 PM The Cranium, Main Library No Registration Required For teens in grades 8 - 12 only |
Thursday, Oct 24 3 - 4 PM Main Library No Registration Required For teens in grades 8 - 12 only |
Wednesday, Oct 2 3 - 4 PM Ages 6+ years North Quincy Library Saturday, Oct 19 Drop-In: 2:30 - 4 PM All Ages The Cranium, Main Library Thursday, Oct 31 Drop-In: 2 - 4 PM All Ages The Cranium, Main Library |
 Saturday, Oct 5 10:30 - 11:30 AM Ages 0 - 5 years Main Library Thursday, Oct 24 3 - 4 PM Ages 4+ years Main Library |
Saturday, Oct 12 10 - 10:30 AM Ages 3+ years Main Library Saturday, Oct 26 2:30 - 3 PM All Ages Main Library |
Each month activities, experiments and instructions will be provided on a different science topic you can do with your child. |
Grades 4 - 6 Monthly, 3rd Wednesdays No Registration Required 7 - 8 PM Wollaston Library ExPLORE (Experiment, Play, Learn, Observe, Read, Examine) is a series of monthly hands-on science workshops. Each workshop has a short portion of instruction and then exploration and experimentation. October's theme is Castle Siege! First we’ll explore different building methods and build our castle together. Then we’ll experiment with different model siege weapons such as trebuchets, catapults, and battering rams before using our picks to knock the castle down. |
(Volcanoes) Grades 1 - 3 Monthly, 3rd Fridays October 18 Registration Required We are excited to start this monthly project-based program that will get your children excited about STEM! Through experiments, hands-on projects, and lots of technology we will have tons of fun learning! |
Ages 4 - 8 years Mondays, 3 PM 9/30, 10/7, 10/21, 10/28 Wollaston Library |
Ages 4 - 11 months Tuesdays, 9:30 AM 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29 Main Library |
Tuesdays, 10 AM 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29 Adams Shore Library |
Ages 3 - 5 years Wednesdays, 10 AM 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/30 Main Library |
Ages 12 - 23 months Main Library 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31 |
Games & Puzzles Ages 5+ years Thursdays, 3 - 4 PM 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31 North Quincy Library |
Music & Movement with Miss Rubi Ages 0 - 2 years NO OCT SESSION | 10:30 AM North Quincy Library Ages 3 - 6 years NO OCT SESSION | 11:15 AM North Quincy Library Every 1st Wednesday Ages 1 - 5 years Wednesday, October 2 | 6:30 PM Main Library Every 2nd Wednesday Ages 6 - 8 years Wednesday, October 9 | 1 - 2 PM Adams Shore Library  Every 3rd Wednesday Grades 3 - 5 Wednesday, October 16 | 6:30 PM Main Library Every 3rd Saturday Ages 9 - 23 months Saturday, October 19 | 10 AM Main Library, Community Meeting Room |
Ages 2 - 5 years Tuesday, October 1 | 6:30 PM Main Library Every 1st Monday Ages 0 - 7 years Monday, October 7 | 6:15 PM Adams Shore Library Ages 10 - 15 years Tuesday, October 15 | 7 PM Main Library Registration Required  Ages 5 - 13 years Friday, October 18 | 9:30 AM Main Library |
Grades 4 - 6 & Parents/Guardians Thursday, October 3 | 6:30 PM Main Library Meets on the 1st Thursday of each month. Grade 5 - 7 Thursday, October 17 | 7 - 8 PM Main Library Meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month. |
Grades 3 - 4 Tuesday, October 8 | 7 - 8 PM Main Library Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Grade 1 - 3 & Parents/Guardians Tuesday, October 22 | 7 - 8 PM Main Library Meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month. |
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Grade 3 - 7 Wednesday, October 23 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM Main Library Meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month. |
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