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NEWSLETTER
August 2007
Volume 4, Number 8
New!: Free Pass to Adams National Historical Park
Magazine Feature: Cooking
Fall Preview: Let's Talk About It Reading & Discussion Series
Catch the Beat Movie Series:
Dreamgirls
Coal Miner's Daughter
Masked and Anonymous
Concert on the Lawn: The Remnants
Monthly Book Discussions & Drop-in Groups
August Exhibit: Compass Quilts
August Events for Children
What's New in the Library's Collection / New DVDs
Recommended Reading
Calendar of Events
Friends of the Library
Subscribe to the Newsletter
Back Issues
Contact Us
New!: Adams National Historical Park Pass Now Available
A free pass to the Adams National Historical Park in Quincy is now available at the Main Library. The pass admits up to four adults to the Park at no charge (young people under the age of 16 are admitted free). Quincy adult residents may reserve the pass up to two weeks ahead by phone or in person at the Main Library. For more information or to reserve a pass, call 617-376-1301.
Magazine Feature: Cooking
If you like to cook, or just like to read about food, you might enjoy these magazines at your library:
Bon Appetit (Main Library, North Quincy, Wollaston)
Cooking Light (Main Library, Adams Shore)
Cook's Illustrated (Main Library, Adams Shore)
Every Day With Rachael Ray (Main Library, Adams Shore, North Quincy, Wollaston)
Everyday Food (Main Library)
Gourmet (Main Library)
Pillsbury Classic Cookbooks (Main Library, Adams Shore, North Quincy, Wollaston)
Taunton's Fine Cooking (Main Library, Adams Shore)
Vegetarian Times (Main Library)
You may browse current and older issues of magazines in the
Main Library Richardson building and at the branch libraries.
Magazines may be checked out for two weeks and renewed for
another two weeks if no other holds are waiting. If the issue
you want is not available, it's easy to search and place holds
in the library catalog. Here's how:
Searching for magazines:
- In the Search For box, type the title of the
magazine.
- Click in the circle next to Keyword.
- Select Periodical Title.
- This search will bring up magazines with your keyword(s) in the title. Click
on Display Full Details of the magazine you want
to see holdings in all Old Colony Library Network libraries.
Placing holds on magazine issues:
- After clicking on Display Full Details to see
the magazine you want, click on the Hold (with
image of hand) button.
- Choose the library where you would like to pick up the item.
- Use the checkboxes to select the copy or copies you want.
- Click on Place Hold.
Fall Preview: Let's Talk About It Reading & Discussion Series
Explore Jewish literature and culture in a free five-part reading and discussion series at the Library beginning this September. Led by a local scholar, Let's Talk About It: Jewish Literature - Identity and Imagination will feature lively discussions of contemporary and classic books related to the theme, Neighbors: The World Next Door. Sessions will be held the third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Main Library, 40 Washington St., Quincy.
 The delicate, often tortuous relationship between neighboring cultures animates this discussion series, which traces the Jewish experience from Muslim Spain to Bolshevik Russia to contemporary America. The first session on September 17 will explore A Journey to the End of the Millennium by Israeli author A.B. Yehoshua, an extraordinary story of a voyage that becomes a personal quest in the year 999.
Additional books will be discussed once per month at the library:
October 15: Red Cavalry by Isaac Babel
November 19: Neighbors by Jan T. Gross
December 17: The Assistant by Bernard Malamud
January 14: Mona in the Promised Land by Gish Jen
Discussions will be led by Dr. Jeslyn Medoff, Adjunct Professor of English Language and Literature at the University of Massachusetts, Boston. For more information or to register for some or all of the sessions, call 617-376-1305 or e-mail letstalkseries@gmail.com. Copies of each book will be available at the library for all registered participants.
The Thomas Crane Library is one of over 250 libraries nationwide receiving grants to host the Let's Talk About It series developed by Nextbook and the American Library Association.
Catch the Beat Movie Series
As part of this year's musical summer reading theme, we are presenting a free movie series on Thursday nights this summer. All movies will be screened at 7:00 p.m. at the Main Library. Sponsored by the Friends of the Thomas Crane Public Library.
Dreamgirls (2006)
Thursday, July 26 at 7:00 p.m.
PG-13
With showstopping performances by a star-studded cast, Dreamgirls soars with the amazing story of three female singers who learn that anything is possible when you hold on to your dreams. Grammy winner Beyonce Knowles, Academy Award winner Jamie Foxx and Golden Globe winner Eddie Murphy shine in unforgettable roles, joined by Jennifer Hudson in a breakthrough performance that earned her the 2006 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. "A great movie musical has been made at last"--David Denby, The New Yorker
Coal Miner's Daughter (1980)
Thursday, August 9 at 7:00 p.m.
PG
The amazing true story of country music star Loretta Lynn, with a tour de force, Academy Award-winning performance by Sissy Spacek. "Still an irresistibly entertaining and beautifully crafted piece of moviemaking that set a new standard for biopics of musical performers"--Tim Knight, Reel.com
Masked and Anonymous (2003)
Thursday, August 23 at 7:00 p.m.
PG-13
In a fictional America caught up in a civil war that is tearing the nation apart, a benefit concert is being organized. A traveling troubadour (Bob Dylan) is sprung from jail by his scheming former manager to headline a concert with the expectations to bring peace to a country that is entrenched by chaos, lawlessness and pandemonium. The star-studded cast also includes Jeff Bridges, Penelope Cruz, John Goodman, Jessica Lange, and Luke Wilson. "Darkly humorous, full of wisdom both faux and real, and genuinely mysterious"--Ben Greenman, The New Yorker
Concert on the Lawn: The Remnants
Bring a chair or a blanket and Catch the Beat this summer at the Main Library's free summer concert series for all ages, held on Sundays in July at 3:00 p.m. Concerts last for one hour and will be held in the atrium in case of inclement weather. Sponsored by the Friends of the Thomas Crane Public Library.
The Remnants
Sunday, July 29 at 3:00 p.m.
This roots-music quartet combines compelling vocal harmonies with solid instrumentals in a performance of folk, country, bluegrass and gospel music. They will get your feet tapping whether they are performing their own original songs or those of folk frontiersman Bob Dylan or country legend Hank Williams. The Remnants are Joe Pereira on vocals, guitar, fiddle, and harmonica; Ellen Breen on vocals and guitar; Steve Lemma on vocals, guitar and mandolin; and Jason Costa on vocals and bass. The Remnants have performed at many outdoor events, festivals and coffeehouses throughout Southern New England.
Monthly Book Discussions
 FRIDAY
MORNING BOOK DISCUSSION
This book discussion group meets on the second Friday of each
month at 10:00 a.m. On Friday, August 10,
the group will discuss The
Soloist by Mark Salzman. Copies of the book are available
at the Main Library checkout desk. For more information, call
Julie at 617-376-2411.
 WEDNESDAY
EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION
This group meets the third Wednesday of each month from 7:00-8:30
p.m. at the Main Library. On Wednesday, August 15,
the group will discuss High
Fidelity by Nick Hornby. Copies of the book are available
at the Main Library checkout desk. New members are welcome
to join anytime. For more information, call Megan at 617-376-1331.
 THURSDAY
EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION
This group meets the first Thursday of each month from 7:00-8:30
p.m. at the Main Library. The focus of this group is non-fiction
books of local and regional interest. On Thursday,
September 6, the group will discuss Big
House: A Century in the Life of an American Summer Home
by George Howe Colt. Copies of the book are available at the
Main Library checkout desk. For more information, call Will
at 617-689-8320.
 BOOKED
FOR LUNCH @Main Library
Read any good books lately? Looking for something new to read?
Bring a brown bag lunch-or grab a sandwich or salad at the
library café--and join other readers for an informal conversation
about books on the first Friday of each month. The next meeting
is on Friday, August 3 from 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. in the Main
Library atrium. The group meets near the café--just look for
the brown Booked for Lunch sign on the table. Drop in anytime
and check out this friendly group!
 COOKING
WITH BOOKS @Adams
Shore Branch
Love to cook? Love to read cookbooks? Join other food lovers
on the second Monday of each month to review new cookbooks,
share favorite recipes, and perhaps take a turn at cooking
something for others to sample. This group meets from 6:30-7:30
p.m. at the Adams Shore Branch Library, 519 Sea St., Quincy.
On August 13, we'll focus on COOL COOKING for hot
summer days. You are invited to bring a favorite
recipe to share. For more information, call 617-376-1325.
August Exhibit: Compass Quilts
Local quilt artists will exhibit their works from August 2-31 in the Coletti Reading Room on the first floor of the Main Library. A public reception with light refreshments will be held on Thursday, August 9 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
The Compass Quilts display represents a variety of designs and includes a range of techniques. All quilts are made by customers of Quilters' Compass of Quincy.
Recently voted Boston's Best Arts and Crafts shop in the WBZ A-List Best of Boston 2007 competition, Quilters' Compass stocks everything quilters need, including fabric, batting, nations, and books. The store also offers a wide variety of quilting classes for beginners and experts.
August Events for Children
The Library will continue rocking with events for kids in August during Catch the Beat at your library, this summer's library adventure.
For more details about the Readers' Raffle for kids or the wide variety of events and activities mentioned below, go to our Catch the Beat website or check our online Calendar of Events.
Art-To-Go
A series of weekly art activities that travel throughout Quincy. Projects are open ended to accomodate toddlers and preschoolers with an adult's help, and older children on their own. Drop in any time between 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. on Mondays at the Main Library, Tuesdays at Adams Shore, Wednesdays at Wollaston, and Thursdays at North Quincy.
PJ storytime with Joan Goodman
Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. - 7/31, 8/7, 8/14
Main Library Children's Room
For Ages 2-5
Summer Storyteller Series
Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. - 7/31, 8/7, 8/14
July 31st - Antonio Rocha
August 7th - Act!vated Storytellers
August 14th - Davis Bates and Roger Tinknell
Main Library Meeting Room
For Ages 5+
Rhythm and Rhyme
Wednesday, July 25th, 10:00 a.m.
Main Library Meeting Room
For Ages 0-4
Harry Potter Book Discussion
Thursday, July 26th, 7:00 p.m.
Main Library Meeting Room
For Ages 10+, Adults Welcome!
Concert on the Lawn: The Remnants
Sunday, July 29th, 3:00 p.m.
Main Library Lawn (atrium if it rains)
For All Ages
Liz Buchanan Concert
Wednesday, Aug. 8th, 2:00 p.m.
Adams Shore Branch
For All Ages
Catch the Beat Talent Night 2
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Wednesday, August 8th, 7:00 p.m.
Main Library Children's Room
For All Ages
Freestyle Frisbee
Saturday, August 11th, 10:00 a.m.
Main Library Lawn
In case of inclement weather this program will be moved to the Main Library atrium.
For All Ages
Introduction to Knitting
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Wednesday, August 15, 6:00 p.m.
Wollaston Branch Library
For Ages 9+
Princesses & Pirates II Movie Marathon
Thursday, August 16, 3:00 p.m.
Main Library
For Ages 10+
Harry Potter Book Discussion
Friday, August 17, 2:00 p.m.
North Quincy Branch
For Ages 10+
Scrapbooking for Children
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Tuesday, August 21, 7:00 p.m.
North Quincy Branch
For ages 8+
Friends of the Library
Become a Friend of the library! Your Friends membership fee ($10 for individuals, $15 for families) helps support museum passes and events for all ages. For more information about
the Friends, go to the Friends
of the Thomas Crane Public Library page or pick up a brochure at the library.
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