Stuffed Animal Sleepover

What happens at the Library when the lights go out? Children brought their stuffed animals for a special evening of stories, songs and snacks. The stuffed animals were tucked in to spend the night at the Library. Click here to see what happened!

 

Resources

Websites for Kids Check out some cool "Kid-Friendly" sites on the web. 

 

 

Book Awards The Quincy Public Library is proud to promote excellence in literature by supporting local, state-wide, and national book awards.

 

Reading Tips
Establish a special reading routine. Having a regular reading time helps a child know when to look forward to a story. Click here to learn more...

 

Tumblebooks

TumbleBookLibrary is an online collection of animated, talking picture books which teach young children the joys of reading in a format they'll love.

 

Something About the Author Online is an easy-to-use source for librarians, students and other researchers, this series provides illustrated biographical profiles of thousands of authors and artists. This critically acclaimed series covers more than 12,000 individuals, ranging from established award winners to authors and illustrators who are just beginning their careers. Entries typically cover: personal life, career, writings, works in progress, adaptations, additional sources. A cumulative author index is included in each odd-numbered volume.

 


QPL Library Events

*** Canceled****Do...Read in the Library!

When: Thursday, May 23, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Puppet Room

Reading is for the dogs...literally! Come to the library every 4th Thursday of the month to read to some of our favorite four legged friends! As times and dogs are limited please call 223-1309 ext. 224 to reserve your time.

Do Make a Mess at the Library Exploding Art

When: Thursday, May 23, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Children's Department

Science and art collide in this program as participants use film canisters, watered down tempera paint, and Alka Seltzer tabs to make creative art!

Ahoy Matey

When: Friday, May 24, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Puppet Room

Arrrr you ready for a swashbuckling good time? Join us at this story time about all things pirate.

Ahoy Matey

When: Saturday, May 25, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Puppet Room

Arrrr you ready for a swashbuckling good time? Join us at this story time about all things pirate.

Stomp Your Feet!

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Puppet Room

This story time is sure to have you up and moving as you listen to stories about dancing!












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