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May 2022 | Volume 19 Issue 05
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In this Issue
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Megan Allen will retire as the director of the Thomas Crane Public Library later this spring. Her career has spanned more than 35 years at one of the state’s most visited library systems, the last nine years at its helm. Allen started working as a librarian TCPL in 1986, serving in a range of roles before being promoted to lead the library by Mayor Thomas Koch in 2013. Allen was pivotal in steering the Library into the digital era and led efforts to expand hours and programming at the main library and its three neighborhood branches. Free events and classes for all ages increased by 200 percent under her leadership. “It’s been a privilege and an honor to serve the City of Quincy as part of the TCPL team. When I came to Quincy as a newly minted librarian, I thought this job would be a brief stepping stone but it turned out to be an entire career, as challenging and rewarding as it could possibly be,” said Allen. “It’s difficult to leave but it’s the right time for the next director to lead the library into a post-pandemic world.” Starting June 1, Allen will be succeeded by Sara Slymon, the director of the Brookline Public Library for the last eight years and a past director of the Randolph Public Library. The Board of Trustees will host a public retirement reception for Allen on Thursday May 26 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., in the Richardson Building of the Main Library. All are welcome.
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Take a Look Back with the Despite facing some of our greatest challenges during the pandemic, the Thomas Crane Public Library accomplished a lot in 2021. Read all about it in our most recent Report to the Community. View Annual Reports from prior years here.
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In observance of Memorial Day the Main Library and all branches will be closed: Monday, May 30 While we are out we invite you to visit our website to check out eBooks, eAudiobooks and more with our Online Library!
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We have resumed charging for our print and copy service. The current cost per page/per side is:
Black and White 0.15 cents Color 0.40 cents There is a $1.00 minimum for payment with credit or debit card.
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The Casual Cup Cafe is Open! The Casual Cup Cafe is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in the Atrium at the Main Library. Credit Cards are accepted. Drop by for a cup of coffee, sandwich of the day, or pastry to enjoy on the ground floor.
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The renovated North Quincy Branch Library is now open. Hours: 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.
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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. Thursday 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Sunday, May 15 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Main Library - Richardson Building |
Join us every Thursday in May for a nice walk around Quincy Center while practicing your English conversation skills! Thursday, May 5, 12, 19 & 26 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. On the Lawn
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LVM Quincy, through the help of volunteers, provides free one-on-one tutoring (either in-person at your local library or online) in basic reading and writing to adults on the South Shore. We welcome you to attend one of our information sessions to find out more about this program and see if volunteering to help an adult learn to read is the right experience for you. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Online
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Fridays, May 6 & 20 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. Computer Classroom
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TCPL Teens is a place to chat, ask questions, and hang out virtually.
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4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Hybrid- Zoom/Computer Classroom Call 617-376-1300 x3 c/o Teen Librarian Becky.
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4:00 - 4:45 p.m. Teen Area @North Quincy For more info: Call 617-376-1300 x8 or Visit North Quincy Branch c/o Teen Librarian Emily.
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Tuesday, May 17 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Children's Room - Main Library
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Thursday, May 12 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Computer Classroom - Main Library
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Saturday, May 14 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Children's Room
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Friday, May 20 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. Children's Room
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Wednesday, May 4 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. Community Meeting Room
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Tuesday, May 3 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Adams Shore Branch
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Wednesday, May 4 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. Online
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Saturday, May 7 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. On the Lawn
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Thursday, May 5 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. Community Meeting Room
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Preschool Discovery: Ocean This month we invite you to come and explore shapes and patterns by sorting shapes, matching patterns, and making pictures using shape blocks. |
Thursday, May 12 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Wollaston Branch
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3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Adams Shore Branch
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Saturday, May 28 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Children's Room - Main Library
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Tuesday, May 10 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Children's Room
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Wednesday, May 18 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Children's Room
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