Thomas Crane Library
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Tuesday August 19 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
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. This pro......More
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Tuesday August 19 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Casual Commander Magic: The Gathering Ages 10-15 @North Quincy
Do you play Magic: The Gathering? Join us for a casual afternoon to play Pauper Commander, building your deck from the cards we provide. Take an hour to dig through the boxes of cards provided, build your 100 card deck (lands will be provided), then play against a gr......More
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Tuesday August 19 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Paper Puzzles @NQ ages 3+
This summer children of all ages are invited to stop by the children's area at the North Quincy Library every Tuesday afternoon from 2:00-4:00pm to play some paper-and-pencil games. From crosswords and word searches to creating your own puzzles, we will have exciting ......More
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Tuesday August 19 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Snap Circuits for Ages 8-12
Join us on Tuesday, August 19th from 2:00 -3:00 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......More
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Wednesday August 20 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
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. The Bookstore is l......More
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Wednesday August 20 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Kindergarten Readiness Through Mindfulness
Big transitions can bring big feelings! This interactive one-hour mindfulness program with Miss Jenn of Nurtured Roots, LLC. is designed for children entering kindergarten this September and their parents/caregivers. Through movement, breathing exercises, and engagi......More
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Wednesday August 20 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
LEGO Building @ Wollaston Ages 5+
Stop by the Wollaston Branch on Wednesday 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 ......More
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Wednesday August 20 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
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. Each month activities,......More
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Wednesday August 20 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Open Hours @ The Cranium
The Cranium is open for your projects! Drop in and see what's available. 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 equipme......More
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Thursday August 21 9:30am - 12:30pm EDT
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. The Bookstore is l......More
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Thursday August 21 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
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 ......More
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Thursday August 21 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Squishy Circuits @Wollaston for ages 4+
Join an educator from the Children’s Museum of Easton for technology fun with Squishy Circuits. Squishy Circuits are a great way to introduce electronics by using basic wiring and play dough as circuit building materials. Suitable for all ages, the children will be c......More
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Thursday August 21 5:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
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. The Bookstore is l......More
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Friday August 22 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Preschool Discovery - Ages 3-5
Drop by the Main Library children's room with your preschooler, ages 3-5, any time between 10:00 a.m. to 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. Come in and do......More
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Friday August 22 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
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. The Bookstore is l......More
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Friday August 22 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT
Storytime At Kilroy Square Farmers Market
The Thomas Crane Public Library will be at the Kilroy Square Farmers Market on the 4th Friday of each month. Stop by our table to sign up for a library card, learn about upcoming events and programs, and connect with library staff. We’ll also be hosting a Children’s ......More
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Friday August 22 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Mini Golf for Kids and Families @ North Quincy
Join us at the North Quincy Library on Friday, August 22 when we will transform the library into a fun and challenging mini golf course full of hills, jumps, bumps, twists and loops! Groups of 2-5 players of all ages (each group must contain at least one adult) are i......More
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Friday August 22 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Mini Golf for Kids and Families @ North Quincy
Join us at the North Quincy Library on Friday, August 22 when we will transform the library into a fun and challenging mini golf course full of hills, jumps, bumps, twists and loops! Groups of 2-5 players of all ages (each group must contain at least one adult) are i......More
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Friday August 22 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Mini Golf for Adults and Teens @ North Quincy
Join us at the North Quincy Library on Friday, August 22 when we will transform the library into a fun and challenging mini golf course full of hills, jumps, bumps, twists and loops! Groups of 2-5 teen and adult players are invited to stop by between 5:00 and 6:00 to......More
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Friday August 22 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Mini Golf for Adults and Teens @ North Quincy
Join us at the North Quincy Library on Friday, August 22 when we will transform the library into a fun and challenging mini golf course full of hills, jumps, bumps, twists and loops! Groups of 2-5 teen and adult players are invited to stop by between 6:00 and 7:00 to......More
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Saturday August 23 9:30am - 3:30pm EDT
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. The Bookstore is l......More
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Monday August 25 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
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. The Bookstore is l......More
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Monday August 25 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
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 7: Handprint Eagle Week of July 14: Sailboat on the Ocean Week of July 21: Caterpillar on a Leaf Week of July 28: Handprint Pirate Week of Aug.......More
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Monday August 25 2:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
D&D marathon
It's hard to get much done in the short monthly D&D games we run each month. This summer, LEVEL UP with this all day Dungeons & Dragons program. This program is for moderately experienced players aged 10-15 who have either played D&D at the library before, or who hav......More
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Monday August 25 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Monday afternoon Games for ages 5+
Come LEVEL UP this summer with our fun and inclusive game days!! Every Monday afternoon this summer we will have out plenty of board games, card games, puzzles & more!! Kids ages 5 & up, come join the fun!! This program is made possible by the generous sponsorship o......More
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Tuesday August 26 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Paper Puzzles @NQ ages 3+
This summer children of all ages are invited to stop by the children's area at the North Quincy Library every Tuesday afternoon from 2:00-4:00pm to play some paper-and-pencil games. From crosswords and word searches to creating your own puzzles, we will have exciting ......More
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Tuesday August 26 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Kids in the Cranium Makerspace Ages 10-13 REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Explore our makerspace, the Cranium! Get a tour of the space, find out what sorts of machines and tools we have available, then design your own keychain tag to make on the Glowforge laser cutter. Attendees will get to take home their tags the day of the event - no w......More
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Tuesday August 26 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Craft & Cocoa @North Quincy
Join us at the North Quincy Library to work on a craft and have some cocoa. Bring your own craft supplies and a project you are working on or starting. Work on your project in the company of other crafters! Cocoa and some basic supplies such as scissors, pencils, and......More
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Tuesday August 26 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Meditation with Neeni Decha
Meditation is back! Meditation is about training your mind to calm down and become peaceful. A peaceful mind can reduce stress and bring positivity to your daily interactions-at home, in the workplace or wherever you are. A consistent practice of meditation can improv......More
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Wednesday August 27 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
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. The Bookstore is l......More
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Wednesday August 27 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
LEGO Building @ Wollaston Ages 5+
Stop by the Wollaston Branch on Wednesday afternoons from 2:00-4:00 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 ......More
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Wednesday August 27 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Tween Hangout @North Quincy Grades 3-7
On the 4th Wednesday of each month we're reserving the Dinegan Room at North Quincy for 3rd-7th graders to relax and hang out with old and new friends. Come for games, crafts, and other kinds of fun! This program is made possible by the generous sponsorship of the Fr......More
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Wednesday August 27 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Open Hours @ The Cranium
The Cranium is open for your projects! Drop in and see what's available. 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 equipme......More
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Thursday August 28 9:30am - 12:30pm EDT
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. The Bookstore is l......More
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Thursday August 28 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
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 ......More
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Thursday August 28 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Preschool Discovery @Wollaston - Ages 3-5
Join us for Preschool Discovery a hands on parent and child science program that meets once a month at each library location. Activities, experiments and instructions will be provided for science you can do with your child. Come in and do some of our favorite science......More
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Thursday August 28 5:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
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. The Bookstore is l......More
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Friday August 29 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
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. The Bookstore is l......More