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February 2025 | Volume 22 Issue 2 |
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In this Issue
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Quincy 400 Continues at the Library! The City of Quincy proudly marks 400 years of rich history, community, and culture since its settlement in 1625. Known as the birthplace of two U.S. Presidents, John Adams and John Quincy Adams, Quincy has been at the forefront of shaping American democracy and innovation. This milestone is an opportunity to honor our past, celebrate our present, and envision a bright future together. Join us as we continue to celebrate! Together, let’s honor our history and look forward to the next chapter. Stay tuned for more events to come! |
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CLOSED FOR PAINTING Monday, January 27 - Friday, January 31, 2025 Limited Computer, Printing, and Scanning services will be moved to the Atrium. |
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Presidents' Day CLOSED Monday, February 17, 2025 |
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8:30 - 10 AM Quincy Room, Main Library Questions? Email the Board of Trustees at tcpltrustees@quincyma.gov |
Saturday, February 1 North Quincy Library |
Tuesday, February 4 7 - 8:30 PM North Quincy Library |
Saturday, February 8 2 - 4 PM Richardson Building |
Monday, February 10 7 - 8 PM Main Library |
Tuesday, February 11 7 - 8 PM Richardson Building |
Wednesday, February 12 7 - 8 PM Richardson Building Crafts, Mocktails, Books, etc.! |
Saturday, February 22 2 - 4 PM Main Library DONATIONS DROP-OFF: Friday 2/21 & Saturday 2/22 Clean & Good Condition donations ONLY. 10 ITEM DONATION LIMIT. |
Sunday, February 23 3 - 4 PM Richardson Building The event will also be LIVESTREAMED to our YouTube channel and recorded and aired at a later date on QATV. |
Monday, February 24 7 - 8 PM Richardson Building This engaging trivia event is open to all ages, though children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. |
2nd & 4th Wednesdays 2:30 - 4:30 PM |
Want help signing up for Libby? Got a new Kindle and don't know how to use it? Want to organize your photos more effectively? Having trouble organizing your email? Come to the North Quincy branch of the Thomas Crane Public Library at 381 Hancock St. for one-on-one tech help. Bring your personal device(s) and your specific questions and sit down with one of our librarians! Each session is 20 minutes long and is limited to 2 devices per session. Patrons may sign up for no more than one session per day. |
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. |
Monday, Feb 10 | 7 - 8 PM Main Library |
Thursday, Feb 13 | 6 - 7 PM Richardson Building & ONLINE |
Monday, Feb 24 | 7 - 8 PM Richardson Building |
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 |
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Thursday, Feb 6 | 6 - 7:30 PM Richardson Building For Ages 18+ |
Thursday, Feb 13 Monthly | 6 - 7:30 PM For Ages 18+ NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED Please note that The Cranium has a maximum capacity of 12 during this program. |
Saturday, Feb 22 4th Saturdays | 11 AM - 12 PM For Ages 18+ Please note that The Cranium has a maximum capacity of 15 during this program. |
Wednesdays at 2 PM at the Main Library |
February 5 Rated: PG-13 | Runtime: 1h 58min February 12 Rated: R | Runtime: 1h 22min February 19 Rated: R | Runtime: 2h 2min February 25 Rated: R | Runtime: 2h 2min |
Friday, February 7 2 - 4:30 PM Rated: PG-13 Runtime: 2h 25min |
Movie Night @ North Quincy Tuesday, February 18 6:45 - 8:30 PM Rated: R | Runtime: 1h 43min |
Movie Matinee @ Adams Shore Thursday, February 20 2 - 4 PM Rated: PG | Runtime: 2h |
2nd Tuesdays | 6:30 - 7 PM February 11 January - December 2025 |
2nd Tuesdays | 7:30 - 8 PM February 11 January - December 2025 |
Quarterly | 6:30 - 7 PM Thursday, April 17 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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Wednesday, Feb 5 | 7 - 8 PM Tuesday, Feb 18 | 7 - 8 PM Friday, Feb 21 | 7 - 8 PM Tuesday, Feb 25 | 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 Tuesday, Feb 4 | 7 - 8 PM Thursday, Feb 6 | 6 - 8 PM Saturday, Feb 8 | 3 - 4 PM Tuesday, Feb 11 | 6:30 - 8:30 PM Bimonthly | Tuesday, Feb 25 | 6 - 8 PM Tuesday, Feb 25 | 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! Questions? Call 617-376-1314 or Email quliteracy@ocln.org |
Teen Advisory Board 3:30 - 4:30 PM Community Meeting Room Main Library North Quincy Library Contact quteen@ocln.org with questions |
Tuesday, February 4 3 - 4 PM North Quincy Library No Registration Required For teens in grades 8 - 12 only |
Thursday, Feb 6 3 - 4 PM Main Library No Registration Required For teens in grades 8 - 12 only |
 Friday, Feb 7 No Registration Required For teens in grades 8 - 12 only |
Wednesday, Feb 12 1:30 - 2:30 PM Main Library No Registration Required For teens in grades 8 - 1 |
Thursday, Feb 13 3 - 4 PM Main Library No Registration Required For teens in grades 8 - 12 only |
Tuesday, Feb 18 Drop-In: 2 - 4 PM The Cranium, Main Library No Registration Required For teens in grades 8 - 12 only |
Wednesday, Feb 19 5 - 8 PM North Quincy Library All attendees must arrive by 5:30 PM. You may leave at any time, but no re-entry once you leave. For teens in grades 8 - 12 only |
Saturday, Feb 22 Drop-In: 2 - 4 PM North Quincy Library No Registration Required For teens in grades 8 - 12 only |
ALL AGES Saturday, February 1 North Quincy Library |
ALL AGES - ALL WEEK School Vacation Week: 2/18 - 2/22 Adams Shore Library |
Rated: PG Runtime: 1h 40min Tuesday, February 18 10 AM - 12 PM Main Library |
Ages 7 - 12 years Tuesday, February 18 2 - 3 PM North Quincy Library |
Ages 3+ years Thursday, February 20 10 - 11 AM Main Library |
Ages 8 - 12 years Friday, February 21 10 - 11 AM Main Library |
Grades 1 - 3 Monthly Friday, Feb 7 | 3 - 4 PM Main Library Registration is limited to Quincy residents. Registration for this event opens Friday, February 1 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 opened Tuesday, January 14. FEW SLOTS REMAINING. |
Preschool Discovery Ages 3 - 5 years Monthly Ages 8 - 12 years Monthly, 3rd Wednesdays Wednesday, Feb 19 | 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 SLOTS STILL AVAILABLE. |
1st Mondays Ages 0 - 7 years Monday, Feb 3 | 6:15 PM Adams Shore Library Recurring Ages 6 - 8 years Monday, Feb 10 | 5:30 PM Adams Shore Library Meet Bailey the therapy dog and spend some time practicing your reading together! 3rd Tuesdays Ages 10 - 15 years Tuesday, Feb 11 | 6:30 PM North Quincy Library Registration is limited to Quincy residents. There is no waitlist for this program. Saturday, Feb 15 | 10 AM Main Library |
1st Wednesdays Ages 1 - 5 years Wednesday, Feb 5 | 6:30 PM Main Library 1st Tuesdays Ages 2 - 5 years Tuesday, Feb 11 | 6:30 PM Main Library 3rd Fridays Ages 5 - 13 years Friday, Feb 14 | 10 AM Main Library Music & Movement with Miss Rubi Ages 0 - 2 years Ages 3 - 6 years North Quincy Library TICKETS REQUIRED - Available at the Children’s desk beginning at 10:45 am on the day of. 3rd Wednesdays Grades 3 - 7 Wednesday, Feb 19 | 2:30 PM Main Library Registration is limited to Quincy residents. Registration will begin on Monday, Feb 3 at 9 AM. |
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5 week series | Mondays | 6:30 - 7:15 PM 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/24, 3/3 Main Library Registration is limited to Quincy residents. FEW SLOTS REMAINING. |
Grades 3 - 4 Thursday, Feb 13 | 7 - 8 PM Main Library Meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month. Grade 5 - 7 Thursday, Feb 20 | 7 - 8 PM Main Library Meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month. |
Grade 1 - 3 & Parents/Guardians Tuesday, Feb 18 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM North Quincy Library Meets on the 3rd Tuesdays of each month. Grade 3 - 7 | Main Library Wednesday, Feb 26 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM Main Library Meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month. |
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