Spring Book Babies with Elisabeth continues, for Infants - 23 months, and their siblings. It is returning to Monday mornings. The little ones will hear some short stories, lots of songs and meet 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.

Spring Storytimes with Elisabeth continue on Mondays. Children will hear some stories, sing some songs, do some movement and a craft. For ages 2 & 3 and their siblings.Offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

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

Spring Storytimes with Elisabeth continue. Children will hear some stories, sing some songs, do some movement and a craft. For ages 2 & 3 and their siblings.Offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

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

Spring Storytimes for ages 3 - 5 today. May Storytimes will be Wednesdays May 1, 8, 15. 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.

BRAND NEW -  Tunnel Time!  For ages 2 - 4. A variety of colorful nylon tunnels, and a bus big enough to stand in, 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 turn-taking.

Held on two Thursdays per month. Stop in anytime from 10:00 am to noon, in the beautifully renovated 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.

Infant "Tummy Time"!  Expert Jane Murray guides caregivers with their babies, in the joys of "Tummy Time"! This session is for infants up to 10 months of age, with their parent or caregiver only, no older children please. 

Funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Dept. of Early Education and CAre, from the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant, administered by Quincy Community Action Program's Quincy Braintree Family Network . Co-sponsored by Thayer Public Library.

Held at 10:00 am. Session is the first in a series of Fridays, April 26, May 3, May 10. Session two on May 3 is" Learn Infant Massage". Session three on Friday May 10 is "Music for infants", a sing-along with music expert Nicole Craven.

Held in Logan Auditorium.

Storytime with Cathie. Children will hear some stories, sing some songs and make a craft. Best for ages 3 - 5 and their siblings.

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

 May Storytimes will be held on Wednesdays May 1, 8, 15, 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.

Infant Massage!  A local expert in Baby Massage will guide caregivers with their babies, in techniques to comfort the little ones. This session is for infants who are newborn up to the pre-crawling stage, with their parent or caregiver only, no older children please. 

Funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Dept. of Early Education and CAre, from the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant, administered by Quincy Community Action Program's Quincy Braintree Family Network . Co-sponsored by Thayer Public Library.

Held at 10:00 am. Session is the second in a series of Fridays, April 26, May 3, May 10. Session three is next Friday May 10 :  "Music for infants", a sing-along with music expert Nicole Craven.

Held in Logan Auditorium.

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.

Vietnamese Bilingual Storytime

Children 0-5, older siblings, and their caregivers are invited to a Vietnamese bilingual story time where a popular title such as "the Hungry Caterpillar" or "The Three Little Pigs" (as it is the Year of the Pig) is read in Vietnamese and English to promote bilingualism, cultural connection, and audience participation in gross and fine motor skills. Vietnamese rhymes and songs are introduced! In the second half of the hour, activity volunteers will assist children and caregivers in creating a unique arts and craft project.Presented by the Hanh My Cultural Foundation.

Hanh My Foundation is an open and nonpolitical nonprofit organization founded by Vietnamese-American women to bridge the gap between Vietnamese and American values and promote intergenerational understanding through cultural programs and activities.

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

May Book Babies will be held Mondays May 6, 13 and 20. Book Babies with Elisabeth for Infants - 23 months, and their siblings. The little ones will hear some short stories, lots of songs and meet 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.

May Storytimes will be held on Mondays May 6, 13 and 20. Children, ages 2 & 3, will hear some stories, sing some songs, do some movement and a craft. (for ages 2 & 3 and their siblings, with Elisabeth).Offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

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

May Storytimes Series will be held on May 6. 13 and 20, with Elisabeth. Children will hear some stories, sing some songs, do some movement and a craft. For ages 2 & 3 and their siblings.Offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

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

LEGO Kids! LEGOs will be available each Tuesday for the month of May, at this Afternoon program. Children can create and use their imagination. For children age 5 - 11. No sign-up needed.

 Pajama Storytime with Cathie. Wearing pajamas or bringing a stuffed animal is encouraged!

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

 May Storytimes will be held on Wednesdays May 1, 8, 15, 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.

Mother's Day is the theme!  Make a craft that you can give to your mom for Mother's Day (next Sun May 12). Cathie brings all the supplies for your project to this Afterschool Program.  For children ages 5 up.

Tunnel Time!  For ages 2 - 4. A variety of colorful nylon tunnels, and a bus big enough to stand in, 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.

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

 Music for Infants to enjoy!  Nicole Craven, a local music expert will lead caregivers with their babies, in  comforting and enjoyable songs. Nicole will also answer questions about music for little ones. Best for infants who are newborn up to the pre-crawling stage. Sorry, older siblings cannot be accomodated at this program. Register with Joan Rodeck - jrodeck@qcap.org or 617 657-5369. 

Funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Dept. of Early Education and CAre, from the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant, administered by Quincy Community Action Program's Quincy Braintree Family Network . Co-sponsored by Thayer Public Library.

Held at 10:00 am. Session is the last one in a series of Fridays, April 26, May 3, May 10.  "Music for infants", a sing-along with music expert Nicole Craven.

Held in the Children's Room, perhaps in the Stained Glass Tower area.

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.

May Book Babies will be held Mondays May 6, 13 and 20. Book Babies with Elisabeth for Infants - 23 months, and their siblings. The little ones will hear some short stories, lots of songs and meet 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.

May Storytimes will be held on Mondays May 6, 13 and 20. Children, ages 2 & 3, will hear some stories, sing some songs, do some movement and a craft. (for ages 2 & 3 and their siblings, with Elisabeth).Offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

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

May Storytimes Series will be held on May 6. 13 and 20, with Elisabeth. Children will hear some stories, sing some songs, do some movement and a craft. For ages 2 & 3 and their siblings.Offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

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

LEGO Kids! LEGOs will be available each Tuesday for the month of May, at this Afternoon program. Children can create and use their imagination. For children age 5 - 11. No sign-up needed.

 May Storytimes end today. 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.

Family Yoga for the Young ages 2-5 and their parents and caregivers. Space is limited, so please register with the Childrens Department 781 848-0405 x4425

Stretch, laugh and have fun with certified yoga instructor and local mom Jennifer Lynn.

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.

May Book Babies will be held Mondays May 6, 13 and 20. Book Babies with Elisabeth for Infants - 23 months, and their siblings. The little ones will hear some short stories, lots of songs and meet 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.

May Storytimes end today. Children, ages 2 & 3, will hear some stories, sing some songs, do some movement and a craft. (for ages 2 & 3 and their siblings, with Elisabeth).Offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

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

May Storytimes Series ends today. Children will hear some stories, sing some songs, do some movement and a craft. For ages 2 & 3 and their siblings.Offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

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

LEGO Kids! LEGOs will be available each Tuesday for the month of May, at this Afternoon program. Children can create and use their imagination. For children age 5 - 11. No sign-up needed.

Have fun creating at this new monthly program series, called " U Make It!' for ages 8 -11. Cathie will help get you started and bring all the supplies. Registration preferred. Click on Registration button below, or call Children's Dept. 781 848-0405 x4425.

Tunnel Time!  For ages 2 - 4. A variety of colorful nylon tunnels, and a bus big enough to stand in, 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.

Held on two Thursdays per month. Stop in anytime from 10:00 am to noon, in the beautifully renovated 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.

Storytime with Cathie. Children will hear some stories, sing some songs and make a craft. Best for ages 3 - 5 and their siblings.

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

LEGO Kids! LEGOs will be available each Tuesday for the month of May, at this Afternoon program. Children can create and use their imagination. For children age 5 - 11. 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.

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.

Family Yoga for the Young ages 2-5 and their parents and caregivers. Space is limited so please register with the childrens Department

Stretch, laugh and have fun with certified yoga instructor and local mom Jennifer Lynn.

Join us for a fabulous fun time with Sparky's Puppet Show!  

"Stories from Outer Space"

Follow the adventures of a space traveler who makes a rocket ship and flies to the moon. 
And see what happens when some colorful space aliens travel to earth in their flying saucer.

Part of the Summer Reading Program " A  Universe of Stories" 

 ScienceTellers presents "Aliens: Escape from Earth " with science based special effects that will be explained. Children's Summer Reading Program Finale! For children age 5 - 12, no sign-up needed. The first 100 to arrive will be admitted.

 Throughout this amazing intergalactic story, we use science experiments to bring the story to life! In the second part of the show, we go “behind the scenes” of the special effects and recreate the science experiments with the help of volunteers from the audience.

 Discover the unbelievable world of physics and chemistry through exciting experiments, like:

• Turning a liquid into solid “worms” through a chemical reaction.

• Launching a potato into the air using Boyle’s law.

• See a flying rocket made of two common household chemicals.

• Transferring energy between matter to create a “rainstorm.”