AAPI Heritage Month – Trivia Night!
Join us for a special Trivia Night celebration in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month on Tuesday, May 21 from 7 – 8 PM!
Lawyer in the Library with DOVE
On Friday, May 17 from 2 – 4 PM, DOVE (Domestic Violence Ended) attorneys will be on-site at the Quincy Public Library to talk with people who have experienced abuse by an intimate partner and have legal questions about divorce, custody, child support, restraining orders, immigration or other related legal issues. DOVE attorneys will be able to provide general legal information, answer questions, and help with referrals for other services like counseling and safety planning.
From Bean to Bar: The History of Chocolate
The Friends of the Thomas Crane Library invite current members and the public to join them at their Annual Meeting. The business meeting will begin at 6:30 PM followed by the presentation by guest speaker Adam Centamore. FREE CHOCOLATE SAMPLES!
Money Matters: Insights into 2024’s Political and Financial Terrain
Join Bridge McSurely on Wednesday, May 15 at 6:30 PM for an informational deep dive into following financial wellness topics: 2024 election outlook, Recent legislative changes to retirement accounts, Outlook on government spending, debt, and taxes, and Financial planning opportunities for 2024. Light snacks & refreshments will be provided!
Tai Chi at the Library 图书馆太极养生表演
Let’s continue to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month together! Join us next Saturday, May 11 from 11 AM – 12 PM to watch the QARI Tai Chi Team perform a traditional Chinese Tai Chi demonstration. Afterards, join us in learning how to do Tai Chi. Tai Chi includes slow and intentional movements to improve mental and physical health.
Piping Plovers on Wollaston Beach
Join us next Wednesday, May 8 at the Thomas Crane Public Library from 7 – 8 PM to learn all about the small and resilient shorebird, piping plovers! Piping Plovers have made significant progress since being first listed as threatened under both the U.S. and Massachusetts Endangered Species Acts…
Discover Your Chinese Ancestors with “My China Roots” 与 “中華家脉” 一起寻根中国
On Wednesday, May 1 from 12 – 1 PM there will be an introductory webinar about the “My China Roots” genealogy database, Clotilde Yap will provide a brief introduction to Chinese family history research, including how to get started with Chinese family history research, key challenges, and what clues to look for both at home and online
English Walk & Talk RETURNS!
Starting Thursday, April 4 at 10 AM, English Walk & Talks returns! We’ll meet on the Main Library Front Lawn every Thursday to socialize and walk around Quincy Center! Check our calendar for updates and cancelations.
May Movie Screenings at the Library
Join us at the Main Library, Adams Shore Library, and North Quincy Library for free movie screenings each month! Check out our May selections for AAPI Heritage Month!
The Reclaiming Folk: Celebrating People of Color in Folk Music
Join us on Wednesday, April 10 for an evening of folk music, history, and insight that celebrates the legacy and contributions of People of Color in folk music. This will be an hour long concert with a 30 minute Q&A afterwards.