Fall Storytimes continue, for ages 3 - 5. Cathie will present some longer stories, songs, and do a craft. Best for ages 3- 5 and their siblings.

Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Halloween craft, perhaps painting with Cathie. This monthly program series, called " U Make It!', is for ages 8 -11.

Family Yoga with Jennifer Lynn. Held the third Thursday of the month, Sept to Dec.

Please Register below or call Children's Staff to register: 781 848-0405 x4425. 

May bring own mat if prefer, or use a carpet square of the library's or just use the carpeted floor.

LEGO Kids! LEGOs will be available to use at this after school program. Children can create and use their imagination. For children age 5 - 11. Held in the Children's Room. No sign-up needed.

Join us for Block Play!  Blocks and DUPLOs will be set out at this weekly informal Play Time for toddlers and preschoolers to use, create with. Is a good opportunity for them to interact with other little ones, building social skills.

Held on Fridays 10:00 am to noon, in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed.

Fall Storytimes continue for Children ages 2 & 3 through Nov. 4. The library is closed Mon Nov. 11 for Veterans' Day. Storytimes will resume Nov. 18 through Dec. 9. They will hear stories, sing songs, do some movement and a craft. Siblings are always welcome.Storytime with Elisabeth will be offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

Held in the beautiful Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Storytimes continue for Children ages 2 & 3. They will hear stories, sing songs, do some movement and a craft. Siblings are always welcome.Storytime with Elisabeth will be offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

Held in the beautiful Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Book Babies with Elisabeth is for Infants - 13 months, and their caregivers and siblings, on Tuesday mornings. The little ones will hear some short stories, lots of songs. Meet other little ones and their caregivers. It's 20 minutes of fun. Start a love of books and the library early, with this fun program. We're starting a separate Toddler Storytime for 13 - 24 months that will be held Tuesdays at 10 am, right after Book Babies. Bring your little one to the time that works best for you!

Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Toddler Storytime with Elisabeth is brand new. For toddlers 13 months - 24 months, and their siblings, on Tuesday mornings at 10:00. The little ones will hear some short stories, songs and do some movement. Then they can enjoy informal playtime on the floor, so they can meet and interact with other little ones. Start their love of books and the library early, with this fun program.

Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

 Fall Storytimes continue, for ages 3 - 5. Cathie will present some longer stories, songs, and do a craft. Best for ages 3- 5 and their siblings.

Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Halloween themed Reader's Theater, for ages 8 - 11.  This month, we'll read the parts aloud of at least one scary/creepy/Hallowen themed short play. After awhile, the kids will vote for the one they like best. Then we'll focus on the chosen script to practice, make quick costumes for and the kids that are available will present it at a future Saturday storytime. All children ages 8 - 11 are welcome, even if they can't attend every month. Come to one session, or come to all! Library staff Elisabeth and Cathie create a friendly, welcoming environment, for kids to have creative fun.The Reader's Theater series will be held usually the 4th Wednesday of the month.

Halloween themed Reader's Theater, for ages 8 - 11.  This month, we'll read the parts aloud of at least one scary/creepy/Hallowen themed short play. After awhile, the kids will vote for the one they like best. Then we'll focus on the chosen script to practice, make quick costumes for and the kids that are available will present it at a future Saturday storytime. All children ages 8 - 11 are welcome, even if they can't attend every month. Come to one session, or come to all! Library staff Elisabeth and Cathie create a friendly, welcoming environment, for kids to have creative fun.The Reader's Theater series will be held usually the 4th Wednesday of the month.

Tunnel Time!  For ages 2 - 4. A variety of colorful nylon tunnels will be set out for young ones to crawl through.  Tunnel Time for toddlers and preschoolers is an informal happening that provides opportunity for developing gross motor (large muscle) skills and a relaxed setting to interact with other little ones - to build social skills and learn about taking turns.

Stop in anytime from 10:00 am to noon, in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed.

A Red Ribbon Storytime will be held today at 6:30pm.  The program, presented by the Braintree Community Partnership on Substance Use, will include a craft activity and is one of many community activities taking place during Red Ribbon Week (October 23 – 31, 2019).  Themes of community and caring make it just right for children ages 5 - 8.

 Held in the beautiful Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

 Baby Massage for infants through 7 months old. Infant Massage helps baby sleep more peacefully, aids in digestion, and positively affects infant hormones that control stress. Led by Carole Palmer, Certified Pediatric Nurse Practioner.

This one-time session is for infants and their caregivers.Sorry, this program cannot accomodate older siblings.

Register for this free program by contacting Ms. Marthane Joseph at mjoseph@qcap.org or Mrs. Joan Rodeck at jrodeck@qcap.org, 617-479-8181 x305.

 Held in Logan Auditorium. Co-sponsored by Braintree Quincy Family Network, a program of QCAP (Quincy Community Action Programs). Funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Dept of Early Education and Care through a Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant.

Join us for Block Play!  Blocks and DUPLOs will be set out at this weekly informal Play Time for toddlers and preschoolers to use, create with. Is a good opportunity for them to interact with other little ones, building social skills.

Held on Fridays 10:00 am to noon, in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed.

Staff set up ahead for the special "Very Hungry Caterpillar Event" . Tomorrow / Saturday Oct. 26 there will be crafts and games,  for ages 2 - 5.

 No sign-up needed.

Celebrate "The Very Hungry Caterpillar's" 50th Birthday! We're having a fun event with crafts and games.

Best for ages 2 - 5, but open to children of all ages.

 No sign-up needed.

Red Ribbon Storytimes will be held today at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.  The program, presented by the Braintree Community Partnership on Substance Use, will include a craft activity and is one of many community activities taking place during Red Ribbon Week (October 23 – 31, 2019).  Themes of community and caring make it just right for children ages 3 to 6.

 Held in the beautiful Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

  Red Ribbon Storytimes will be held today at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.  The program, presented by the Braintree Community Partnership on Substance Use, will include a craft activity and is one of many community activities taking place during Red Ribbon Week (October 23 – 31, 2019).  Themes of community and caring make it just right for little ones ages 3 to 6.

 Held in the beautiful Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Book Babies with Elisabeth is for Infants - 13 months, and their caregivers and siblings, on Tuesday mornings. The little ones will hear some short stories, lots of songs. Meet other little ones and their caregivers.It's 20 minutes of fun. Start a love of books and the library early, with this fun program. We're starting a separate Toddler Storytime for 13 - 24 months that will be held Tuesdays at 10 am, right after Book Babies. Bring your little one to the time that works best for you!

Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Toddler Storytime with Elisabeth is brand new. For toddlers 13 months - 24 months, and their siblings, on Tuesday mornings at 10:00. The little ones will hear some short stories, songs and do some movement. Then they can enjoy informal playtime on the floor, so they can meet and interact with other little ones. Start their love of books and the library early, with this fun program.

Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Trick or Treat, Signs & Sweets

Tuesday October 29th - 6:30-7:30pm in the Children’s Room - Program for ages 3+

Before you go out Trick or Treating, stop into the library for some candy and some fun!  We’re going to have teen-run treat stations that will teach you a fall-themed ASL (American Sign language) sign and earn you a treat. We will also have games and crafts for trick or treaters.  

Costumes are welcome (but not required)!  There will NOT be face paint this year (sorry!)

Allergen-friendly candy available. Please contact the Children's Department for further information.  

 Halloween is the theme of today's storytime, for ages 3 - 5.Children may wear a costume if like. Cathie will present some longer stories, songs, and do a craft. Best for ages 3- 5 and their siblings.

Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Join us for Block Play!  Blocks and DUPLOs will be set out at this weekly informal Play Time for toddlers and preschoolers to use, create with. Is a good opportunity for them to interact with other little ones, building social skills.

Come by Fridays anytime 10:00 am to noon, in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed.

Fall Storytimes for Children ages 2 & 3, continue through today Nov. 4.Then they start up again on Nov. 18 through Dec. 9. They will hear stories, sing songs, do some movement and a craft. Siblings are always welcome.Storytime with Elisabeth will be offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

Held in the beautiful Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Storytimes for Children ages 2 & 3, continue through today Nov. 4.The Library is closed for Veteran's Day Nov. 11, so they start up again on Nov. 18 through Dec. 9. They will hear stories, sing songs, do some movement and a craft. Siblings are always welcome.Storytime with Elisabeth will be offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

Held in the beautiful Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Book Babies with Elisabeth - for Infants through 13 months, and their caregivers and siblings, on Tuesday mornings. through Nov. 5. We skip the week of Nov. 12 and continue Nov. 19 through Dec. 10. The little ones will hear some short stories, lots of songs. Meet other little ones and their caregivers.It's 20 minutes of fun. Start a love of books and the library early, with this fun program.

We're starting a separate Toddler Storytime for 13 - 24 months that will be held Tuesdays at 10 am, right after Book Babies. Bring your little one to the time that works best for you!

Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Toddler Storytime with Elisabeth is brand new. For toddlers 13 months - 24 months, and their siblings, on Tuesday mornings at 10:00. All our Storytimes skip next week and resume the week of  Nov. 18 through the week of Dec. 9. The little ones will hear some short stories, songs and do some movement. Then they can enjoy informal playtime on the floor, so they can meet and interact with other little ones. Start their love of books and the library early, with this fun program.

Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

 Fall Storytimes continue through today Nov. 6, for ages 3 - 5. All our Storytimes skip next week, and resume the week of Nov. 18 through the week of Dec. 9.

 Today make a fun scarecrow. Crafts with Cathie are after school. They are for ages 5 up. Today's is held in the Children's Room.

Tunnel Time!  For ages 2 - 4. A variety of colorful nylon tunnels will be set out for young ones to crawl through.  Tunnel Time for toddlers and preschoolers is an informal happening that provides opportunity for developing gross motor (large muscle) skills and a relaxed setting to interact with other little ones - to build social skills and learn about taking turns.

Stop in anytime from 10:00 am to noon, in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed.

Love & Limits - Positive Discipline workshop for parents. Presented by parenting expert Jane Murray. Sometimes it is difficult to know when to be firm and when to ignore behaviors. What are some best practices to set limits for your children?

 Held in Logan Auditorium.  No sign-ups needed. This workshop is for adults only, no children please. For more info contact Joan at jrodeck@qcap.org.

Co-sponsored by Braintree Quincy Family Network, a program of QCAP (Quincy Community Action Programs). Funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Dept of Early Education and Care through a Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant.

Join us for Block Play!  Blocks and DUPLOs will be set out at this weekly informal Play Time for toddlers and preschoolers to use, create with. Is a good opportunity for them to interact with other little ones, building social skills.

Come by Fridays anytime 10:00 am to noon, in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed.

Come have fun at Reader's Theater, for ages 8 - 11.  Each month, we'll read at least one short play, and kids get to choose. Every few months, the kids will vote for the one they like best. Then we'll focus on the chosen script to practice, make quick costumes for and the kids that are available will present it at a future Saturday storytime, or during a vacation. All children ages 8 - 11 are welcome, even if they can't attend every month. Come to one session, or come to all! Library staff Elisabeth and Cathie create a friendly, welcoming environment, for kids to have creative fun.

Tunnel Time!  For ages 2 - 4. A variety of colorful nylon tunnels will be set out for young ones to crawl through.  Tunnel Time for toddlers and preschoolers is an informal happening that provides opportunity for developing gross motor (large muscle) skills and a relaxed setting to interact with other little ones - to build social skills and learn about taking turns.

Stop in anytime from 10:00 am to noon, in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed.

LEGO Kids! LEGOs will be available to use at this after school program. Children can create and use their imagination. For children age 5 - 11. Held in the Children's Room. No sign-up needed.

 Pajama Storytime with Elisabeth, for little ones through age 5. Wearing pajamas or bringing a stuffed animal is encouraged!

 Held in the beautiful Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Join us for Block Play!  Blocks and DUPLOs will be set out at this weekly informal Play Time for toddlers and preschoolers to use, create with. Is a good opportunity for them to interact with other little ones, building social skills.

Come by Fridays anytime 10:00 am to noon, in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed.

Saturday Storytime with Cathie. Best for ages 3 to 5, but open to children of all ages.

Held in the beautiful Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Storytimes continue for Children ages 2 & 3 continue Nov. 18 through Dec. 9. They will hear stories, sing songs, do some movement and a craft. Siblings are always welcome.Storytime with Elisabeth will be offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

Held in the beautiful Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Storytimes for Children ages 2 & 3, continue today Nov. 18 through Dec. 9. They will hear stories, sing songs, do some movement and a craft. Siblings are always welcome.Storytime with Elisabeth will be offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

Held in the beautiful Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Book Babies with Elisabeth - for Infants through 13 months, and their caregivers and siblings, on Tuesday mornings. We skipped the week of Nov. 12 and continue Nov. 19 through Dec. 10. The little ones will hear some short stories, lots of songs. Meet other little ones and their caregivers.It's 20 minutes of fun. Start a love of books and the library early, with this fun program.

We're starting a separate Toddler Storytime for 13 - 24 months that will be held Tuesdays at 10 am, right after Book Babies. Bring your little one to the time that works best for you!

Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Toddler Storytime with Elisabeth is brand new. For toddlers 13 months - 24 months, and their siblings, on Tuesday mornings at 10:00.  Storytimes continue Nov. 19 through Dec. 10. The little ones will hear some short stories, songs and do some movement. Then they can enjoy informal playtime on the floor, so they can meet and interact with other little ones. Start their love of books and the library early, with this fun program.

Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

 Fall Storytimes continue through today Nov. 20 through the week of Dec. 11, for ages 3 - 5.

Family Yoga with Jennifer Lynn. Held the third Thursday of the month, Sept to Dec.

Registration required for this popular program. Click on the Registration Form below, or call Children's Staff to register: 781 848-0405 x4425. 

May bring own mat if prefer, or use a carpet square of the library's or just use the carpeted floor.

Join us for Block Play!  Blocks and DUPLOs will be set out at this weekly informal Play Time for toddlers and preschoolers to use, create with. Is a good opportunity for them to interact with other little ones, building social skills.

Come by Fridays anytime 10:00 am to noon, in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed.

Fall Storytimes continue for Children ages 2 & 3 continue Nov. 18 through Dec. 9. They will hear stories, sing songs, do some movement and a craft. Siblings are always welcome.Storytime with Elisabeth will be offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

Held in the beautiful Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Storytimes for Children ages 2 & 3, continue through Dec. 9. They will hear stories, sing songs, do some movement and a craft. Siblings are always welcome.Storytime with Elisabeth will be offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

Held in the beautiful Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Book Babies with Elisabeth - for Infants through 13 months, and their caregivers and siblings, on Tuesday mornings, through Dec. 10. The little ones will hear some short stories, lots of songs. Meet other little ones and their caregivers.It's 20 minutes of fun. Start a love of books and the library early, with this fun program.

We're starting a separate Toddler Storytime for 13 - 24 months that will be held Tuesdays at 10 am, right after Book Babies. Bring your little one to the time that works best for you!

Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Toddler Storytime with Elisabeth is brand new. For toddlers 13 months - 24 months, and their siblings, on Tuesday mornings at 10:00.  Storytimes continue Nov. 19 through Dec. 10. The little ones will hear some short stories, songs and do some movement. Then they can enjoy informal playtime on the floor, so they can meet and interact with other little ones. Start their love of books and the library early, with this fun program.

Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

 Fall Storytimes continue through the week of Dec. 11, for ages 3 - 5.

Join us for Block Play!  Blocks and DUPLOs will be set out at this weekly informal Play Time for toddlers and preschoolers to use, create with. Is a good opportunity for them to interact with other little ones, building social skills.

Come by Fridays anytime 10:00 am to noon, in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed.

Fall Storytimes continue for Children ages 2 & 3 continue Nov. 18 through Dec. 9. Winter Storytimes will start sometime in January. They will hear stories, sing songs, do some movement and a craft. Siblings are always welcome.Storytime with Elisabeth will be offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

Held in the beautiful Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Storytimes for Children ages 2 & 3, continue through Dec. 9. They will hear stories, sing songs, do some movement and a craft. Siblings are always welcome.Storytime with Elisabeth will be offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

Held in the beautiful Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Book Babies with Elisabeth - for Infants through 13 months, and their caregivers and siblings, on Tuesday mornings, through next week-Dec. 10. Winter Storytimes will start up sometime in January. The little ones will hear some short stories, lots of songs. Meet other little ones and their caregivers.It's 20 minutes of fun. Start a love of books and the library early, with this fun program.

We're starting a separate Toddler Storytime for 13 - 24 months that will be held Tuesdays at 10 am, right after Book Babies. Bring your little one to the time that works best for you!

Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Toddler Storytime with Elisabeth is brand new. For toddlers 13 months - 24 months, and their siblings, on Tuesday mornings at 10:00.  Storytimes continue Nov. 19 through next week Dec. 10. The little ones will hear some short stories, songs and do some movement. Then they can enjoy informal playtime on the floor, so they can meet and interact with other little ones. Start their love of books and the library early, with this fun program.

Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

 Fall Storytimes continue through Dec. 11, for ages 3 - 5. Winter Storytimes start sometime in January.

Tunnel Time!  For ages 2 - 4. A variety of colorful nylon tunnels will be set out for young ones to crawl through.  Tunnel Time for toddlers and preschoolers is an informal happening that provides opportunity for developing gross motor (large muscle) skills and a relaxed setting to interact with other little ones - to build social skills and learn about taking turns.

Stop in anytime from 10:00 am to noon, in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed.

  ScienceTellers returns with this science show for children age 5 to 7.

  No Registration needed for this free program.

  If questions contact Joan Rodeck at jrodeck@qcap.org or 617-479-8181 x305.

 Held in Children's Room. Co-sponsored by Braintree Quincy Family Network, a program of QCAP (Quincy Community Action Programs). Funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Dept of Early Education and Care through a Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant.

Today is the last of the Monday Fall Storytimes  for Children ages 2 & 3. Winter Storytimes will start sometime in January. They will hear stories, sing songs, do some movement and a craft. Siblings are always welcome.Storytime with Elisabeth will be offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

Held in the beautiful Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Storytimes for Children ages 2 & 3, end today Dec. 9. Winter Storytimes will start sometime in January.

Held in the beautiful Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Fall Book Babies with Elisabeth - for Infants through 13 months, and their caregivers and siblings, on Tuesday mornings, end today Dec. 10. Winter Storytimes will start up sometime in January. The little ones will hear some short stories, lots of songs.

Fall Toddler Storytimes end today Dec. 10. Winter Storytimes start up sometime in January.  For toddlers 13 months - 24 months, and their siblings.  The little ones will hear some short stories, songs and do some movement.

 Fall Storytimes continue through Dec. 11, for ages 3 - 5. Winter Storytimes start sometime in January.

Holiday Sing-A-Long for Children and Families with David Polansky

 Polansky’s music is frequently humorous, sometimes serious, and always clever and engaging. He has 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.  

All programs are free and open to the public. 

Family Yoga with Jennifer Lynn. Held the third Thursday of the month, Sept to Dec.

Registration required for this popular program. Click on the Registration Form below, or call Children's Staff to register: 781 848-0405 x4425. 

May bring own mat if prefer, or use a carpet square of the library's or just use the carpeted floor.

held in Logan Auditorium.