Quincy Public Library was the focus of several stories recently in the Quincy Herald-Whig. The articles describe the impact QPL has for the Quincy community; library funding in Quincy and in a statewide context; and QPL’s future. Click the links to read the stories: QPL Worth $13 Million QPL Institution of Good Cash for Libraries […]

QPL’s boards, staff, and management have approved a Strategic Plan to guide library initiatives for the next five years. The plan outlines six broad objectives covering staffing, funding, early literacy offerings, promotion of city-wide goals, and increasing awareness of QPL services. Each objective contains detailed action steps and timelines for implementation. View a pdf of […]

QPL has a collection of more than 5000 eBooks and audiobooks, available right from the library catalog, waiting for you to download to your device. Take your library with you anywhere you go – search and download material from any location with your valid QPL card. Click the eBooks tab to Browse eBooks now. Need […]

Come browse our collection of books and material for entrepreneurs and small business owners! With a wide range of material containing information on the many aspects of owning your own business, you’ll find helpful advice whatever your business question. QPL also provides a notary service, test proctoring for professional exams, and tech tutors for those […]

March is Women’s History month! Join QPL in honoring this national celebration. View a special display and check out books about notable women.Or attend one of our adult Monday Movies during March. Upcoming films include Golden Globe winner “Confirmation,” about Anita Hill And Clarence Thomas; Oscar-nominated “Jackie,” about Jacqueline Kennedy; and Oscar Winner “Norma Rae,” […]

Due to the anticipated bad weather, Quincy Public Library will be closed Saturday, January 19.  But eBooks, audiobooks, movies, music, and magazines are always available with your valid QPL card.  View your downloadable options here: https://www.quincylibrary.org/ebooks/

Due to the Winter Weather Advisory, the “Rethinking WWII” program with Dr. Wendell Mauter has been postponed to Saturday, January 19 at 1 pm.  We appreciate your understanding.  All previous reservations to attend this event will be honored on January 19 and new reservations may be made.

Quincy Public Library has extended the loan period on borrowed material to three weeks. Previously library material was available to be borrowed for two weeks. Bobbi Mock, Manager Circulation and Technical Services, explained, “The loan period was lengthened so patrons may enjoy their library material for a longer period of time without being subject to […]

QPL’s Spring 2019 Class & Event Guide is now available online or in print at the library.  View it now.

Looking for the perfect weekend escape?  Check out one of QPL’s Binge Boxes – curated collections of movies to fill your weekends!  You’ll find Binge Boxes in the video section at the library.  They are also available to be reserved or delivered to a locker location for convenient pick up.  Call QPL for more info at […]