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February 2022 | Volume 19 Issue 02 |
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 North Quincy Library Reopens! The renovated North Quincy Branch Library will reopen on Tuesday, February 1, at 1 p.m. Branch hours will be: Monday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tuesday 1:00 - 9:00 p.m. Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Thursday 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Building upgrades include new ceilings, carpet, paint, lighting, and accessibility features including an expanded restroom and a lift to the upper and lower levels. The expansion of the program room on the Hancock Street side of the building is still under way. Visit soon to enjoy your new branch library! Browse materials and pick up holds; use our wifi, computers and print/copy services; and read or study. In-person storytimes and events will resume when the program room is completed later this spring. Free parking is available behind the library. |
Closed for Presidents Day All branches will be closed on Monday, February 21. |
Shop for great deals on gently used books, audiobooks, CDs, and DVDs at the Friends of the Thomas Crane Public library bookstore. All proceeds are used to support programming and services for all ages at the library. Bookstore Hours Thursdays 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Saturdays 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Media Madness Sale! All CDs & DVDs Buy 1/Get 1 Free |
Charges for Printing/Copying Begin February 15th Starting Tuesday, February 15th, the library will be charging for printing and copying. The cost will be the same as it was pre-COVID: 15 cents per page for black & white; 40 cents per page for color. |
Federal Tax Forms are Here! We have received the Federal 1040 and 1040SR form as well as instruction booklets. We have not received the Massachusetts state forms and do not have a date for when they will arive. Please visit the Information Services Desk on the 2nd floor of the Main Library, or any of our branches, to pick up forms. You can also visit the Taxes Find It Guide on our website for links to online forms and help. |
Concerts at the Crane Winter into Spring Music Series February 13, 2022 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Main Library - Richardson Building March 6 - Aine Minogue April 10 - Essex Piano Trio - Piano, Violin and Cello May 1 - Jean Danton accompanied by Luke Molloy - Broadway/Jazz Vocalist with Piano |
Tuesday, February 1 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. In Person/Livestreamed to QATV Channel 9 and YouTube |
7:00 - 8:30 p.m. In Person |
7:00 - 8:00 p.m. In Person/Livestreamed to QATV Channel 9 and YouTube |
7:00 - 8:00 p.m. In Person |
February 2, 9, 16 & 23 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. In Person |
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February 8 & 22 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Thursday, February 10 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. |
Tuesdays February 1, 8, 22 & March 1 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. |
Thursdays February 3, 10, 24, March 3 & 10 11:00 - 11:45 a.m. |
February 7, 14, & 28 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. |
February 2 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. |
Tuesdays February 1, 8 & 15 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. |
Wednesdays February 2, 9 & 16 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. |
Saturday, February 5 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. |
Thursdays February 3, 10, & 17 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. |
Preschool Discovery: Math and Numbers This month we're exploring the world of numbers and math. We'll be counting, matching, building, and doing simple math with fun activities! |
Thursday, February 10 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. |
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Saturday, February 26 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. |
Tuesdays February 1, 8, 22, March 1 & March 8 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. |
Thursdays February 3, 10, 24, March 3 & 10 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. |
Tuesday, February 8 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. |
Thursday, February 10 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. |
Saturday, February 12 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. |
Wednesday, February 16 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. |
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Tuesday, February 15 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. |
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Sagaby Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples"The fast-paced galaxy-spanning Saga series tells the moving story of Alana and Marko, soldiers from the opposite sides of a never-ending war who fall in love. After their daughter (considered an abomination by the powers that be) is born their struggle for survival begins. Cleverly narrated by their daughter, the intricately plotted series is marked by well-crafted dialogue and lavish illustrations, " [Novelist]. Interested? Find more like this on Novelist using these Book Appeal Terms: Genre: Comics and Graphic novels; Science fiction comics; Space opera
Character: Courageous; Flawed; Large cast of characters
Storyline: Intricately plotted; Sweeping
Pace: Fast-paced
Tone: Dramatic; Moving
Writing Style: Compelling; Well-crafted dialogue; Witty
Illustration: Colorful; Detailed; Lavish Adult Science Fiction. Graphic Novel. |
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Our Country Friendsby Gary Shteyngart"When a group of old friends and friends-of-friends gathers in a country house to wait out the pandemic, they end up spending six months in isolation during which old betrayals emerge, forcing each character to reevaluate whom they love and what matters most," [Novelist]. Interested? Find more like this on Novelist using these Book Appeal Terms: Genre: Literary fiction; Satirical fiction
Themes: Chosen family; Comedy of manners; Thrown together
Character: Culturally diverse; Large cast of characters; Well-developed
Storyline: Character-driven; Intricately plotted; Own voices
Tone: Thought-provoking
Writing Style: Engaging; Lush; Witty |
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Nightbitch by Rachel Yoder"An artist turned stay-at-home mom becomes convinced that she is turning into a dog and, as her symptoms intensify, struggles to keep her alter-canine-identity a secret, until she meets a group of mothers who may also be more than what they seem," [Novelist]. Interested? Find more like this on Novelist using these Book Appeal Terms: Genre: Satirical fiction
Themes: Unnamed narrator
Character: Complex
Storyline: Character-driven
Tone: Darkly humorous
Writing Style: Stylistically complex |
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"Redemption is the long game in Paul Schrader's The Card Counter. Told with Schrader's trademark cinematic intensity, the revenge thriller tells the story of an ex-military interrogator turned gambler haunted by the ghosts of his past," [IMDB].
Rated R. |
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The Black Flamingoby Dean Atta "A boy comes to terms with his identity as a mixed-race gay teen - then at university he finds his wings as a drag artist, The Black Flamingo. A bold story about the power of embracing your uniqueness. Sometimes, we need to take charge, to stand up wearing pink feathers - to show ourselves to the world in bold colour," [Novelist] Interested? Find more like this with Appeal Terms on Novelist: Genre: Books for reluctant readers; Coming-of-age stories; First person narratives; LGBTQIA fiction; Novels in verseThemes: Set the stage Character: Culturally diverse; LGBTQIA diverseStoryline: Own voicesWriting Style: LyricalMin/Max Grade level: 8 - 12 Accelerated Reader: IL: UG, BL: 4.7, AR Pts: 5 |
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Want more? Find something on Novelist using Appeal Terms: Genre: Biographies
Tone: Thought-provoking
Writing Style: Descriptive; Engaging; Richly detailed
Min/Max Grade level: 4 - 6 |
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Nina: A Story of Nina Simoneby Traci N. Todd"A biography of Nina Simone, an acclaimed singer whose music gave voice to the struggle for racial equality during the Civil Rights Movement", [Novelist]. Interested? Find more like these using these Appeal Terms on Novelist: Genre: Biographies; Narrative nonfiction for kids and teens; Picture books for children
Tone: Moving
Writing Style: Attention-grabbing; Lyrical
Illustration: Inventive; Textured
Media Mentions: NPR: All Things Considered (Sep 2021)
Min/Max Grade level: 2 - 6 |
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Calm: Mindfulness for Kidsby Wynne Kinder"Mindfulness activities are a great way to teach children about their thoughts and feelings and how to understand them--while having fun at the same time. This book is packed with activities--make a mindfulness jar, learn how to appreciate food with mindful eating, and get out into nature and explore the outside world. An illustrated journal section at the back of the book encourages children to make notes about their own thoughts and feelings Calm: Mindfulness for Kids has everything you need to know about focusing your child's mind to help them enjoy and appreciate things that they take for granted every day, while boosting their confidence and self-esteem." [OCLN Catalog] |
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