Kingston, Massachusetts


  

Monday May 29, 2023
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Library Closed - Holiday Observed

The Library is closed for Memorial Day . We will reopen on Tuesday, May 30th. Please take advantage of our online resources at kingstonpubliclibrary.org.

Remember the Heroes - See you Tuesday!

The Library is closed for Memorial Day . We will reopen on Tuesday, May 30th. Please take advantage of our online resources at kingstonpubliclibrary.org.

Remember the Heroes - See you Tuesday!

Friday June 2, 2023
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10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Babies & Bubbles

Join Miss Holly for Babies and Bubbles! This program is for infants and their caregivers to bond, learn and have fun! We will develop and build new skills through books, songs, dancing, and of course bubbles! This program is for ages 2 and under. Registration is required. 

CONTACT: Holly Iannucci  781-585-0517 x6273  hiannucci@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Children's Activities Room

Join Miss Holly for Babies and Bubbles! This program is for infants and their caregivers to bond, learn and have fun! We will develop and build new skills through books, songs, dancing, and of course bubbles! This program is for ages 2 and under. Registration is required. 

CONTACT:
  Holly Iannucci
  781.585.0517 x6273
   hiannucci@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Children's Activities Room


 

Join Miss Holly for Storytime! We will learn, grow, and discover through stories, songs, movement, and crafts while making new friends! 

This program is for ages 3 and up and will be held in the children’s Room. Registration is required.

CONTACT: Holly Iannucci  781-585-0517 x6273  hiannucci@kingstonma.gov

Join Miss Holly for Storytime! We will learn, grow, and discover through stories, songs, movement, and crafts while making new friends! 

This program is for ages 3 and up and will be held in the children’s Room. Registration is required.

CONTACT:
  Holly Iannucci
  781.585.0517 x6273
   hiannucci@kingstonma.gov


Monday June 5, 2023
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Leigh and Friends Puppet Show!

Through Me to You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and the gang for some special Puppet Storytimes on the following dates at 11AM in the children's room:

Wednesday, April 19

Friday, April 28

Friday, May 5

Monday, May 15

Monday, June 5

Monday, June 26 4/19, 4/28, 5/5, 5/15, 6/5, 6/26 @ 11AM4/19, 4/28, 5/5, 5/15, 6/5, 6/26 @ 11AM

Newton and his puppet friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the kids. At the end of the show, the kids are invites to say hi to Newton and play with some of Newton's puppet friends during a Puppet Free Play session! This program is for ages 0-5. Registration is required.

CONTACT: Holly Iannucci  7815850517 X6273  hiannucci@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Children's Activities Room

Through Me to You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and the gang for some special Puppet Storytimes on the following dates at 11AM in the children's room:

Wednesday, April 19

Friday, April 28

Friday, May 5

Monday, May 15

Monday, June 5

Monday, June 26 4/19, 4/28, 5/5, 5/15, 6/5, 6/26 @ 11AM4/19, 4/28, 5/5, 5/15, 6/5, 6/26 @ 11AM

Newton and his puppet friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the kids. At the end of the show, the kids are invites to say hi to Newton and play with some of Newton's puppet friends during a Puppet Free Play session! This program is for ages 0-5. Registration is required.

CONTACT:
  Holly Iannucci
  7815850517 X6273
   hiannucci@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Children's Activities Room


Wednesday June 7, 2023
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Local History Collection Exhibit Open House - A History of Kingston's Maritime Industry

Join us for an open house event for the new and exciting exhibit, A History of Kingston's Maritime and Shipbuilding Industries, held at the Adams Center. Stop by to view the exhibit, learn more about the Local History Collection, and meet the Library's new Archivist Librarian.

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

 

CONTACT: Nicholas Cotoulas  781-585-0517 x6277  ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Adams Center

Join us for an open house event for the new and exciting exhibit, A History of Kingston's Maritime and Shipbuilding Industries, held at the Adams Center. Stop by to view the exhibit, learn more about the Local History Collection, and meet the Library's new Archivist Librarian.

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

 

CONTACT:
  Nicholas Cotoulas
  781.585.0517 x6277
   ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Adams Center

Thursday June 8, 2023

Join beloved local South Shore musician "Mamasteph" (Stephanie Chase) as she plays the guitar and sings traditional children's songs and her own compositions. She also brings some special puppets! This musical delight for the whole family will be happening on the following dates for ages 0-5 in the children's room:

Tuesdays: April 18th and 25th

Wednesdays: May 10th, May 24th, and June 28th

Thursday: June 8th

Registration is required.

CONTACT: Holly Iannucci  17815850517 X6273  hiannucci@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Children's Activities Room

Join beloved local South Shore musician "Mamasteph" (Stephanie Chase) as she plays the guitar and sings traditional children's songs and her own compositions. She also brings some special puppets! This musical delight for the whole family will be happening on the following dates for ages 0-5 in the children's room:

Tuesdays: April 18th and 25th

Wednesdays: May 10th, May 24th, and June 28th

Thursday: June 8th

Registration is required.

CONTACT:
  Holly Iannucci
  17815850517 X6273
   hiannucci@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Children's Activities Room


 
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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Local History Collection Exhibit - A History of Kingston's Maritime Industry

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT: Nicholas Cotoulas  781-585-0517 x6277  ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Adams Center

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT:
  Nicholas Cotoulas
  781.585.0517 x6277
   ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Adams Center

Saturday June 10, 2023
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10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Local History Collection Exhibit - A History of Kingston's Maritime Industry

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT: Nicholas Cotoulas  781-585-0517 x6277  ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Adams Center

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT:
  Nicholas Cotoulas
  781.585.0517 x6277
   ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Adams Center

 
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2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Local History Collection Exhibit Talk on A History of Kingston's Maritime Industry

Join us for an exhibit talk on this month's Local History Collection Exhibit, A History of Kingston's Maritime Industry, presented by the Archivist Librarian, Nick Cotoulas. Nick will be presenting an insightful and engaging exhibit talk, in which he discusses the more specific historical significance and context behind the exhibit's focus and the items included on display. Additionally Nick will be explaining a bit of his process and approach to this specific exhibit's design and the selection of materials included in the exhibit, along with his philosophy on curation and displays in general.

This talk will be held at the Adams Center, and be a part of the exhibit's open hours for this date. See a general description of the exhibit below.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT: Nicholas Cotoulas  781-585-0517 x6277  ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Adams Center

Join us for an exhibit talk on this month's Local History Collection Exhibit, A History of Kingston's Maritime Industry, presented by the Archivist Librarian, Nick Cotoulas. Nick will be presenting an insightful and engaging exhibit talk, in which he discusses the more specific historical significance and context behind the exhibit's focus and the items included on display. Additionally Nick will be explaining a bit of his process and approach to this specific exhibit's design and the selection of materials included in the exhibit, along with his philosophy on curation and displays in general.

This talk will be held at the Adams Center, and be a part of the exhibit's open hours for this date. See a general description of the exhibit below.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT:
  Nicholas Cotoulas
  781.585.0517 x6277
   ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Adams Center

 
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Local History Collection Exhibit - A History of Kingston's Maritime Industry

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT: Nicholas Cotoulas  781-585-0517 x6277  ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Adams Center

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT:
  Nicholas Cotoulas
  781.585.0517 x6277
   ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Adams Center

Monday June 12, 2023
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Local History Collection Exhibit - A History of Kingston's Maritime Industry

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT: Nicholas Cotoulas  781-585-0517 x6277  ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Adams Center

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT:
  Nicholas Cotoulas
  781.585.0517 x6277
   ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Adams Center

 
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10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Babies & Bubbles

Join Miss Holly for Babies and Bubbles! This program is for infants and their caregivers to bond, learn and have fun! We will develop and build new skills through books, songs, dancing, and of course bubbles! This program is for ages 2 and under. Registration is required. 

CONTACT: Holly Iannucci  781-585-0517 x6273  hiannucci@kingstonma.gov

Join Miss Holly for Babies and Bubbles! This program is for infants and their caregivers to bond, learn and have fun! We will develop and build new skills through books, songs, dancing, and of course bubbles! This program is for ages 2 and under. Registration is required. 

CONTACT:
  Holly Iannucci
  781.585.0517 x6273
   hiannucci@kingstonma.gov


 

Join Miss Holly for Storytime! We will learn, grow, and discover through stories, songs, movement, and crafts while making new friends! 

This program is for ages 3 and up and will be held in the children’s Room. Registration is required.

CONTACT: Holly Iannucci  781-585-0517 x6273  hiannucci@kingstonma.gov

Join Miss Holly for Storytime! We will learn, grow, and discover through stories, songs, movement, and crafts while making new friends! 

This program is for ages 3 and up and will be held in the children’s Room. Registration is required.

CONTACT:
  Holly Iannucci
  781.585.0517 x6273
   hiannucci@kingstonma.gov


Tuesday June 13, 2023

Do you love Legos? We do too! Join us on 4/11, 5/16 and 6/13 in the children's room as we build together every month! Each family will be given their own container of Legos to build with.

This program is for ages 3-11. No registration required!

CONTACT: Holly Iannucci  7815850517 X6273  hiannucci@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Children's Activities Room

Do you love Legos? We do too! Join us on 4/11, 5/16 and 6/13 in the children's room as we build together every month! Each family will be given their own container of Legos to build with.

This program is for ages 3-11. No registration required!

CONTACT:
  Holly Iannucci
  7815850517 X6273
   hiannucci@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Children's Activities Room

 
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6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Writing/Illustrating A Children's Picture Book with Alec Carvlin

Are you interested in publishing a children's illustrated picture book professionally or personally for your friends/family? Learn about the behind-the-scenes process of writing and illustrating a picture book, how to generate ideas for stories, story structure, and advice about getting a book published with children's author Alec Carvlin. 

Carvlin is the author of "How to Bake a Universe," a whimsical and informative picture book that takes a leaf from a cookbook to show how the universe came into being. He is an author and designer drawn to all things creative. Carvln is a former chiorboy and a Dartmouth College graduate. You can learn more about his book by clicking here.

CONTACT: Steven Miller  781-585-0517 x6272  smiller@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Faunce School

Are you interested in publishing a children's illustrated picture book professionally or personally for your friends/family? Learn about the behind-the-scenes process of writing and illustrating a picture book, how to generate ideas for stories, story structure, and advice about getting a book published with children's author Alec Carvlin. 

Carvlin is the author of "How to Bake a Universe," a whimsical and informative picture book that takes a leaf from a cookbook to show how the universe came into being. He is an author and designer drawn to all things creative. Carvln is a former chiorboy and a Dartmouth College graduate. You can learn more about his book by clicking here.

CONTACT:
  Steven Miller
  781.585.0517 x6272
   smiller@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Faunce School


 
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Local History Collection Exhibit - A History of Kingston's Maritime Industry

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT: Nicholas Cotoulas  781-585-0517 x6277  ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Adams Center

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT:
  Nicholas Cotoulas
  781.585.0517 x6277
   ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Adams Center

Wednesday June 14, 2023
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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Local History Collection Exhibit - A History of Kingston's Maritime Industry

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT: Nicholas Cotoulas  781-585-0517 x6277  ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Adams Center

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT:
  Nicholas Cotoulas
  781.585.0517 x6277
   ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Adams Center


 
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
All About Poets and Potters with Pied Potter Hamelin

Writers have alluded to clay and the potter at work in numerous poems and stories throughout time. Massachusetts’ poets Longfellow, Whitman, Thoreau and Gibran celebrated the potter in their writings and reflected on the forming of clay as a metaphor for life in various ways. In this one hour program, Hamelin demonstrate “throwing” at the pottery wheel while exploring  their verses and the historical connections of Massachusetts potters to these poets.

Patrons will have the opportunity to pass from person to person a freshly made pot from the potter's wheel and the chance to feel a dry and wet pot as it rotates on the wheel.

CONTACT: Steven Miller  781-585-0517 x6272  smiller@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Faunce School

Writers have alluded to clay and the potter at work in numerous poems and stories throughout time. Massachusetts’ poets Longfellow, Whitman, Thoreau and Gibran celebrated the potter in their writings and reflected on the forming of clay as a metaphor for life in various ways. In this one hour program, Hamelin demonstrate “throwing” at the pottery wheel while exploring  their verses and the historical connections of Massachusetts potters to these poets.

Patrons will have the opportunity to pass from person to person a freshly made pot from the potter's wheel and the chance to feel a dry and wet pot as it rotates on the wheel.

CONTACT:
  Steven Miller
  781.585.0517 x6272
   smiller@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Faunce School


Thursday June 15, 2023
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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Local History Collection Exhibit - A History of Kingston's Maritime Industry

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT: Nicholas Cotoulas  781-585-0517 x6277  ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Adams Center

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT:
  Nicholas Cotoulas
  781.585.0517 x6277
   ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Adams Center

 
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Minecraft Club

Do you love Minecraft? Join fellow Minecraft fans on Thursday 4/20, 5/11 and 6/15 at 5:30 PM to build, play, and have fun! This program is for ages 6-11.

For this program we will only be playing Minecraft on portable devices such as tablets or the Nintendo Switch. 

Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver for the duration of the program.

Attendees are responsible for bringing their own system. Registration Required.

CONTACT: Holly Iannucci  7815850517 X6273  hiannucci@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Children's Activities Room

Do you love Minecraft? Join fellow Minecraft fans on Thursday 4/20, 5/11 and 6/15 at 5:30 PM to build, play, and have fun! This program is for ages 6-11.

For this program we will only be playing Minecraft on portable devices such as tablets or the Nintendo Switch. 

Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver for the duration of the program.

Attendees are responsible for bringing their own system. Registration Required.

CONTACT:
  Holly Iannucci
  7815850517 X6273
   hiannucci@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Children's Activities Room


Friday June 16, 2023
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10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Babies & Bubbles
CONTACT: Holly Iannucci  781-585-0517 x6273  hiannucci@kingstonma.gov
 

Join Miss Holly for Storytime! We will learn, grow, and discover through stories, songs, movement, and crafts while making new friends! 

This program is for ages 3 and up and will be held in the children’s Room. Registration is required.

CONTACT: Holly Iannucci  781-585-0517 x6273  hiannucci@kingstonma.gov

Join Miss Holly for Storytime! We will learn, grow, and discover through stories, songs, movement, and crafts while making new friends! 

This program is for ages 3 and up and will be held in the children’s Room. Registration is required.

CONTACT:
  Holly Iannucci
  781.585.0517 x6273
   hiannucci@kingstonma.gov


Monday June 19, 2023

The Library is closed for Juneteenth. Please checkout our online resources at kingstonpubliclibrary.org

See you Tuesday!

The Library is closed for Juneteenth. Please checkout our online resources at kingstonpubliclibrary.org

See you Tuesday!

Tuesday June 20, 2023
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
The Mad Scientist Show

Help us kick off Summer Reading with the Mad scientist!! Children will be dazzled and entertained while learning! You won't believe it's not magic, it's SCIENCE!! This program is for kids 4 and up. Registration is required.

CONTACT: Holly Iannucci  781-585-0517 x6273  hiannucci@kingstonma.gov

Help us kick off Summer Reading with the Mad scientist!! Children will be dazzled and entertained while learning! You won't believe it's not magic, it's SCIENCE!! This program is for kids 4 and up. Registration is required.

CONTACT:
  Holly Iannucci
  781.585.0517 x6273
   hiannucci@kingstonma.gov


 
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Local History Collection Exhibit - A History of Kingston's Maritime Industry

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT: Nicholas Cotoulas  781-585-0517 x6277  ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Adams Center

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT:
  Nicholas Cotoulas
  781.585.0517 x6277
   ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Adams Center

Wednesday June 21, 2023
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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Local History Collection Exhibit - A History of Kingston's Maritime Industry

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT: Nicholas Cotoulas  781-585-0517 x6277  ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Adams Center

This new exhibit will be up and viewable Wednesday, June 7th through Wednesday, June 21st at the Adams Center. The exhibit’s open house will be held on Wednesday June 7th 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Adams Center. And there will be a talk and presentation on the exhibit by the Archivist on Saturday, June 10th from 2:00 PM - 3:00PM. The exhibit’s viewing hours are: Mondays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and then Saturday June 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM. The exhibit will be closed Monday June 19th due to the holiday.

This new exhibit features historic, archival materials on the many different aspects and facets of Kingston’s maritime industries, primarily focusing on the local shipbuilding, shipping, and maritime tool-making industries. In addition to highlighting these historic Kingston based maritime industries, the exhibit will also include materials on display and information on notable historic shipbuilding families and people who were instrumental in the various maritime vocations, such as the Holmes, Delano, and Drew families and the famous cat-boat builder George Shiverick. Also, the exhibit will highlight the local historic buildings, homes, and locations that were involved directly in the historic maritime industries in Kingston, with a particular focus on still standing landmarks and buildings such as the Jones River Landing and Delano’s Wharf.

Contact Nick Cotoulas at 781-585-0517 x6277 or ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov for more information. 

CONTACT:
  Nicholas Cotoulas
  781.585.0517 x6277
   ncotoulas@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Adams Center

Friday June 23, 2023
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10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Babies & Bubbles

Join Miss Holly for Babies and Bubbles! This program is for infants and their caregivers to bond, learn and have fun! We will develop and build new skills through books, songs, dancing, and of course bubbles! This program is for ages 2 and under. Registration is required. 

CONTACT: Holly Iannucci  781-585-0517 x6273  hiannucci@kingstonma.gov

Join Miss Holly for Babies and Bubbles! This program is for infants and their caregivers to bond, learn and have fun! We will develop and build new skills through books, songs, dancing, and of course bubbles! This program is for ages 2 and under. Registration is required. 

CONTACT:
  Holly Iannucci
  781.585.0517 x6273
   hiannucci@kingstonma.gov


 

Join Miss Holly for Storytime! We will learn, grow, and discover through stories, songs, movement, and crafts while making new friends! 

This program is for ages 3 and up and will be held in the children’s Room. Registration is required.

CONTACT: Holly Iannucci  781-585-0517 x6273  hiannucci@kingstonma.gov

Join Miss Holly for Storytime! We will learn, grow, and discover through stories, songs, movement, and crafts while making new friends! 

This program is for ages 3 and up and will be held in the children’s Room. Registration is required.

CONTACT:
  Holly Iannucci
  781.585.0517 x6273
   hiannucci@kingstonma.gov


Monday June 26, 2023
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Leigh and Friends Puppet Show!

Through Me to You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and the gang for some special Puppet Storytimes on the following dates at 11AM in the children's room:

Wednesday, April 19

Friday, April 28

Friday, May 5

Monday, May 15

Monday, June 5

Monday, June 26 4/19, 4/28, 5/5, 5/15, 6/5, 6/26 @ 11AM4/19, 4/28, 5/5, 5/15, 6/5, 6/26 @ 11AM

Newton and his puppet friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the kids. At the end of the show, the kids are invites to say hi to Newton and play with some of Newton's puppet friends during a Puppet Free Play session! This program is for ages 0-5. Registration is required.

CONTACT: Holly Iannucci  7815850517 X6273  hiannucci@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Children's Activities Room

Through Me to You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and the gang for some special Puppet Storytimes on the following dates at 11AM in the children's room:

Wednesday, April 19

Friday, April 28

Friday, May 5

Monday, May 15

Monday, June 5

Monday, June 26 4/19, 4/28, 5/5, 5/15, 6/5, 6/26 @ 11AM4/19, 4/28, 5/5, 5/15, 6/5, 6/26 @ 11AM

Newton and his puppet friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the kids. At the end of the show, the kids are invites to say hi to Newton and play with some of Newton's puppet friends during a Puppet Free Play session! This program is for ages 0-5. Registration is required.

CONTACT:
  Holly Iannucci
  7815850517 X6273
   hiannucci@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Children's Activities Room


Tuesday June 27, 2023
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Summer Non-Fiction Critical Conversation Book Discussion

The Kingston Public Library is proud to present the Summer Non-Fiction Critical Conversation Book Discussion led by Reference Librarian Steven Miller. The three-month discussion will meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month learn about and discuss an essential topic related to social, economic, and political issues of the past and present. The aim is to foster a sense of community while promoting civic discourse and engagement.

For the month of June, we will be talking about “How the Word is Passed” by Clint Smith. Books are available in regular print, audiobook CD, and through our e-book app, Libby. For more information, you can learn about this book by clicking here.

CONTACT: Steven Miller  781-585-0517 x6272  smiller@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Reference Area

The Kingston Public Library is proud to present the Summer Non-Fiction Critical Conversation Book Discussion led by Reference Librarian Steven Miller. The three-month discussion will meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month learn about and discuss an essential topic related to social, economic, and political issues of the past and present. The aim is to foster a sense of community while promoting civic discourse and engagement.

For the month of June, we will be talking about “How the Word is Passed” by Clint Smith. Books are available in regular print, audiobook CD, and through our e-book app, Libby. For more information, you can learn about this book by clicking here.

CONTACT:
  Steven Miller
  781.585.0517 x6272
   smiller@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Reference Area


Wednesday June 28, 2023

Join beloved local South Shore musician "Mamasteph" (Stephanie Chase) as she plays the guitar and sings traditional children's songs and her own compositions. She also brings some special puppets! This musical delight for the whole family will be happening on the following dates for ages 0-5 in the children's room:

Tuesdays: April 18th and 25th

Wednesdays: May 10th, May 24th, and June 28th

Thursday: June 8th

Registration is required.

CONTACT: Holly Iannucci  17815850517 X6273  hiannucci@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Children's Activities Room

Join beloved local South Shore musician "Mamasteph" (Stephanie Chase) as she plays the guitar and sings traditional children's songs and her own compositions. She also brings some special puppets! This musical delight for the whole family will be happening on the following dates for ages 0-5 in the children's room:

Tuesdays: April 18th and 25th

Wednesdays: May 10th, May 24th, and June 28th

Thursday: June 8th

Registration is required.

CONTACT:
  Holly Iannucci
  17815850517 X6273
   hiannucci@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Children's Activities Room


 
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Writing A Cookbook with Local Author Louisa Clerici

Learn about the process of what goes into writing a cookbook. Local author Louisa Clerici will discuss how to organize recipes, compile information, and put it together. She will offer tips on how you can arrange your recipes. She will have copies of both her new books, The Plymouth Cookbook and Capers, Crooks, & Kitchens will be available for purchase following the event. 

 

CONTACT: Steven Miller  781-585-0517 x6272  smiller@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Adams Center

Learn about the process of what goes into writing a cookbook. Local author Louisa Clerici will discuss how to organize recipes, compile information, and put it together. She will offer tips on how you can arrange your recipes. She will have copies of both her new books, The Plymouth Cookbook and Capers, Crooks, & Kitchens will be available for purchase following the event. 

 

CONTACT:
  Steven Miller
  781.585.0517 x6272
   smiller@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Adams Center


Tuesday July 4, 2023

The Library will be Closed on Tuesday for Independence Day.

Checkout our online resources at kingstonpubliclibrary.org.

Regular hours resume Wednesday.

The Library will be Closed on Tuesday for Independence Day.

Checkout our online resources at kingstonpubliclibrary.org.

Regular hours resume Wednesday.

Wednesday July 5, 2023
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
America the Beautiful In Song with David Polansky

Polansky leads a musical tribute to the Land of the Free while telling stories about the inspiration of some of America's most beloved patriotic pieces, from America the Beautiful to Yankee Doodle Dandy.

Polansky is an accomplished trumpet player in constant demand throughout the New England area. Over the years he has worked with Arthur Fiedler, Sandler and Young, Phyllis Diller, Henny Youngman, Ray Bolger and others. Pokansky's songs have been compared to those of Stephen Sondheim and Tom Lehrer and have won numerous awards including the coveted Artists' Foundation Fellowship, Music City Song Festival, Sheet Music Magazine Grand Prize, and others. His Animal Alphabet Songs were spotlighted on Morning Edition on National Public Radio. His instrumental and choral pieces have been performed by the Springfield (MA) Symphony, The Zamir Chorale, The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra and many others. 

 

CONTACT: Steven Miller  781-585-0517 x6272  smiller@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: The Adams Center

Polansky leads a musical tribute to the Land of the Free while telling stories about the inspiration of some of America's most beloved patriotic pieces, from America the Beautiful to Yankee Doodle Dandy.

Polansky is an accomplished trumpet player in constant demand throughout the New England area. Over the years he has worked with Arthur Fiedler, Sandler and Young, Phyllis Diller, Henny Youngman, Ray Bolger and others. Pokansky's songs have been compared to those of Stephen Sondheim and Tom Lehrer and have won numerous awards including the coveted Artists' Foundation Fellowship, Music City Song Festival, Sheet Music Magazine Grand Prize, and others. His Animal Alphabet Songs were spotlighted on Morning Edition on National Public Radio. His instrumental and choral pieces have been performed by the Springfield (MA) Symphony, The Zamir Chorale, The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra and many others. 

 

CONTACT:
  Steven Miller
  781.585.0517 x6272
   smiller@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: The Adams Center


Tuesday July 18, 2023
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Book Discussion - Leaving Coys Hill

Join us as we discuss "Leaving Coy's Hill" by Katherine Sherbrooke the Adult Services area. Books in regular print are available at the Circulation desk. E-Books are on our Libby app.

For more information about the book, click here.

CONTACT: Steven Miller  781-585-0517 x6272  smiller@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Reference Area

Join us as we discuss "Leaving Coy's Hill" by Katherine Sherbrooke the Adult Services area. Books in regular print are available at the Circulation desk. E-Books are on our Libby app.

For more information about the book, click here.

CONTACT:
  Steven Miller
  781.585.0517 x6272
   smiller@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Reference Area

Wednesday July 19, 2023
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Songwriting 101 with Melodious Zach

Learn the basics of how to write a song with Melodious Zach and register with the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP). Melodious Zach has been performing music professionally since 2004, with over 100 ASCAP-registered songs to his credit, and 89 released song recordings. In 2015, he received the ASCAP Plus award for songwriters and independent recording artists.

You can learn more about Melodious Zach on his website by clicking here.

CONTACT: Steven Miller  781-585-0517 x6272  smiller@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Adams Center

Learn the basics of how to write a song with Melodious Zach and register with the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP). Melodious Zach has been performing music professionally since 2004, with over 100 ASCAP-registered songs to his credit, and 89 released song recordings. In 2015, he received the ASCAP Plus award for songwriters and independent recording artists.

You can learn more about Melodious Zach on his website by clicking here.

CONTACT:
  Steven Miller
  781.585.0517 x6272
   smiller@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Adams Center

Tuesday July 25, 2023
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Summer Non-Fiction Critical Conversation Book Discussion

The Kingston Public Library is proud to present the Summer Non-Fiction Critical Conversation Book Discussion led by Reference Librarian Steven Miller. The three-month discussion will meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month learn about and discuss an essential topic related to social, economic, and political issues of the past and present. The aim is to foster a sense of community while promoting civic discourse and engagement.

For the month of July, we will be talking about “The Woman’s Hour” by Elaine Weiss. Books are available in regular print, large type, and through our e-book app, Libby. For more information, you can learn about this book by clicking here.

CONTACT: Steven Miller  781-585-0517 x6272  smiller@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Reference Area

The Kingston Public Library is proud to present the Summer Non-Fiction Critical Conversation Book Discussion led by Reference Librarian Steven Miller. The three-month discussion will meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month learn about and discuss an essential topic related to social, economic, and political issues of the past and present. The aim is to foster a sense of community while promoting civic discourse and engagement.

For the month of July, we will be talking about “The Woman’s Hour” by Elaine Weiss. Books are available in regular print, large type, and through our e-book app, Libby. For more information, you can learn about this book by clicking here.

CONTACT:
  Steven Miller
  781.585.0517 x6272
   smiller@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Reference Area


Tuesday August 22, 2023
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Summer Non-Fiction Critical Conversation Book Discussion

The Kingston Public Library is proud to present the Summer Non-Fiction Critical Conversation Book Discussion led by Reference Librarian Steven Miller. The three-month discussion will meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month learn about and discuss an essential topic related to social, economic, and political issues of the past and present. The aim is to foster a sense of community while promoting civic discourse and engagement.

For the month of August, we will be talking about “The Heartbeat of Wounded Knee” by David Trueur. Books are available in regular print and through our e-book app, Libby. For more information, you can learn about this book by clicking here.

CONTACT: Steven Miller  781-585-0517 x6272  smiller@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Reference Area

The Kingston Public Library is proud to present the Summer Non-Fiction Critical Conversation Book Discussion led by Reference Librarian Steven Miller. The three-month discussion will meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month learn about and discuss an essential topic related to social, economic, and political issues of the past and present. The aim is to foster a sense of community while promoting civic discourse and engagement.

For the month of August, we will be talking about “The Heartbeat of Wounded Knee” by David Trueur. Books are available in regular print and through our e-book app, Libby. For more information, you can learn about this book by clicking here.

CONTACT:
  Steven Miller
  781.585.0517 x6272
   smiller@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Reference Area


Wednesday August 23, 2023
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Sisters In Crime: Mystery Making Panel

In this interactive workshop, four mystery authors representing different sub-genre's, including cozy/traditional and thriller/suspense, will brainstorm on their feet to create a brand new mystery using suggestions provided by the audience. This fun, fast-paced, and fascinating improv game offers important insights into mystery writers' minds and the conventions of the genre. 

The mystery writers joining us will be Nicole Asselin, Louisa Clerici, Kate Flora, and Sarah Smith. 

CONTACT: Steven Miller  781-585-0517 x6272  smiller@kingstonma.gov
LOCATION: Faunce School

In this interactive workshop, four mystery authors representing different sub-genre's, including cozy/traditional and thriller/suspense, will brainstorm on their feet to create a brand new mystery using suggestions provided by the audience. This fun, fast-paced, and fascinating improv game offers important insights into mystery writers' minds and the conventions of the genre. 

The mystery writers joining us will be Nicole Asselin, Louisa Clerici, Kate Flora, and Sarah Smith. 

CONTACT:
  Steven Miller
  781.585.0517 x6272
   smiller@kingstonma.gov

LOCATION: Faunce School


Saturday September 2, 2023
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Library Closed - Holiday Observed

The Library will be Closed on for the Labor Day weekend

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Regular hours resume Tuesday.

The Library will be Closed on for the Labor Day weekend

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Regular hours resume Tuesday.

Monday September 4, 2023

The Library will be Closed on for the Labor Day weekend

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Regular hours resume Tuesday.

The Library will be Closed on for the Labor Day weekend

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Regular hours resume Tuesday.

Monday October 9, 2023

The Library will be Closed  for Indigenous People's Day

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Regular hours resume Tuesday.

The Library will be Closed  for Indigenous People's Day

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Regular hours resume Tuesday.

Friday November 10, 2023
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Library Closed - Holiday Observed

The Library will be Closed in Observance of Veteran's Day

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Regular hours resume Monday.

The Library will be Closed in Observance of Veteran's Day

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Regular hours resume Monday.

Saturday November 11, 2023

The Library will be Closed in Observance of Veteran's Day

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Regular hours resume Monday.

The Library will be Closed in Observance of Veteran's Day

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Regular hours resume Monday.

Wednesday November 22, 2023
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Library - Holiday Early Closing

The Library will Close at 5:00pm today for the Thanksgiving Holiday

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Regular hours resume Saturday.

The Library will Close at 5:00pm today for the Thanksgiving Holiday

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Regular hours resume Saturday.

Thursday November 23, 2023

The Library will be Closed today for the Thanksgiving Holiday

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Regular hours resume Saturday.

The Library will be Closed today for the Thanksgiving Holiday

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Regular hours resume Saturday.

Friday November 24, 2023

The Library will be Closed today for the Thanksgiving Holiday

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Regular hours resume Saturday.

The Library will be Closed today for the Thanksgiving Holiday

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Regular hours resume Saturday.

Monday December 25, 2023

The Library will be Closed today for the Christmas Holiday

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The Library will be Closed today for the Christmas Holiday

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Monday January 1, 2024

The Library will be Closed today for New Year's Day

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Regular Hours resume Tuesday.

 

The Library will be Closed today for New Year's Day

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Regular Hours resume Tuesday.

 

Monday January 15, 2024

The Library will be Closed today for Martin Luther King Jr Day

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Regular Hours resume Tuesday.

 

The Library will be Closed today for Martin Luther King Jr Day

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Regular Hours resume Tuesday.

 

Monday February 19, 2024

The Library will be Closed today for President's Day

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Regular Hours resume Tuesday.

 

The Library will be Closed today for President's Day

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Regular Hours resume Tuesday.

 

Monday April 15, 2024

The Library will be Closed today for Patriot's Day

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Regular Hours resume Tuesday.

 

The Library will be Closed today for Patriot's Day

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Regular Hours resume Tuesday.

 

Saturday May 25, 2024
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Library Closed - Holiday Observed

The Library will be Closed for the Memorial Day weekend

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Regular Hours resume Tuesday.

 

The Library will be Closed for the Memorial Day weekend

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Regular Hours resume Tuesday.

 

 
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Library Closed - Holiday Observed

The Library will be Closed for the Memorial Day weekend

Checkout our online resources at kingstonpubliclibrary.org.

Regular Hours resume Tuesday.

 

The Library will be Closed for the Memorial Day weekend

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Regular Hours resume Tuesday.

 

Monday May 27, 2024

The Library will be Closed for the Memorial Day Holiday

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Regular Hours resume Tuesday.

 

The Library will be Closed for the Memorial Day Holiday

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Regular Hours resume Tuesday.

 

Wednesday June 19, 2024

The Library will be Closed for the Juneteenth Holiday

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Regular Hours resume Thursday

 

The Library will be Closed for the Juneteenth Holiday

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Regular Hours resume Thursday

 


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