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Playdate at the Library

Friday, June 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Theatre at Quincy Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime
Age Group:
Children, Birth - Preschool

Join us for a playdate at the library! Play stations will be set up for your child(ren) to play with you and other children and their caregivers.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: Children's Theatre
Age Group: Children, Birth - Preschool
Program Type: Playtime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a playdate at the library! Play stations will be set up for your child(ren) to play with you and other children and their caregivers.

Spanish Language Tutoring

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
South Study Room at Quincy Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

The Cultural Diversity Club of Quincy, IL welcomes you to join our weekly Spanish conversation class with speaker/teacher, Ignacio Anguiano-Reyes! The Cultural Diversity Club,...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: South Study Room
Purpose of Meeting

The Cultural Diversity Club of Quincy, IL welcomes you to join our weekly Spanish conversation class with speaker/teacher, Ignacio Anguiano-Reyes!

 

B.A.B.Y S.T.E.P.S

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room at Quincy Public Library

A Breastfeeding and Postpartum Support Group for Families!

BABY: Building a Better You
STEPS: Support, Trust, Encouragement, Perseverance, Strength

Monday's 9:00am - 11:00am & Wednesday's 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Event Details:

A Breastfeeding and Postpartum Support Group for Families!

BABY: Building a Better You
STEPS: Support, Trust, Encouragement, Perseverance, Strength

Monday's 9:00am - 11:00am & Wednesday's 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Summer Adventures - Madison Park

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
All Ages

The Mobile Library is going on a summer tour! 

We’ll stop at different parks in Quincy where the Quincy Park District’s Summer Adventures program is happening.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

The Mobile Library is going on a summer tour! 

We’ll stop at different parks in Quincy where the Quincy Park District’s Summer Adventures program is happening.

Bella Ease

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mobile Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: All Ages

Relaxation Station

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children's Library at Quincy Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Birth - Preschool, Family / Families

Ugh, Mondays! Am I right!? Swing by the library to relax with a DIY Craft, some board games, or coloring pages- the choice is all yours!

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: Children's Library
Age Group: Children, Birth - Preschool, Family / Families
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ugh, Mondays! Am I right!? Swing by the library to relax with a DIY Craft, some board games, or coloring pages- the choice is all yours!

Toddler Time

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Theatre at Quincy Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Birth - Preschool

Toddler Time familiarizes toddlers with Library resources using music, songs, and playtime. This program is designed for children ages 16 months to 36 months, but all are welcome to attend.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: Children's Theatre
Age Group: Children, Birth - Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Toddler Time familiarizes toddlers with Library resources using music, songs, and playtime. This program is designed for children ages 16 months to 36 months, but all are welcome to attend.

Parson's Kids Center

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 12:45pm - 1:30pm
Mobile Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: All Ages

Quincy Terrace

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mobile Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: All Ages

Teen Takeover

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Quincy Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime, Crafts / DIY
Age Group:
Teens (13+ or 9th -12th grade)

It’s Teen Takeover! Finally! A place you can escape to after school to hang out with your friends! Snacks, crafts, games, and more!

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (13+ or 9th -12th grade)
Program Type: Playtime, Crafts / DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

It’s Teen Takeover! Finally! A place you can escape to after school to hang out with your friends! Snacks, crafts, games, and more!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you are a person with a disability who requires special assistance, please call 217-223-1309 in advance. 

Minecraft Club

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Children's Theatre at Quincy Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens (9-12 or 5th-8th grade)

Join us at QPL’s first Minecraft Club. This unstructured program allows children to relax after school and play Minecraft with friends using the library’s Nintendo Switch Lites!

Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: Children's Theatre
Age Group: Tweens (9-12 or 5th-8th grade)
Event Details:

Join us at QPL’s first Minecraft Club. This unstructured program allows children to relax after school and play Minecraft with friends using the library’s Nintendo Switch Lites!

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Banned Book Club

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Large Meeting Room at Quincy Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (18+), Seniors

To read? Or not to Read? Is often the question that comes up with banned and challenged books. This book club answers that question with a big 'Heck Yes!' In this club, we aren't afraid to be open minded or to tackle tough subjects! 

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

To read? Or not to Read? Is often the question that comes up with banned and challenged books. This book club answers that question with a big 'Heck Yes!' In this club, we aren't afraid to be open minded or to tackle tough subjects! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you are a person with a disability who requires special assistance, please call 217-223-1309 in advance. 

1 Million Cups Tri-State

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:30am
Large Meeting Room at Quincy Public Library
Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room

GED Classes: JWCC Registration Required

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Quincy Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Students must pre-register by completing the GED enrollment form found at JWCC.edu/GEDAges 16+Limited number of seating availableGED classes, offered through John Wood Community Co...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Students must pre-register by completing the GED enrollment form found at JWCC.edu/GED

Ages 16+

Limited number of seating available

GED classes, offered through John Wood Community College. 

Lego Club

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Children's Theatre at Quincy Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens (9-12 or 5th-8th grade)

Bring your friends to hang out, chat, and build with Legos. Each week, a theme will be given that club members can create, or you can make what you want.

Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: Children's Theatre
Age Group: Tweens (9-12 or 5th-8th grade)
Event Details:

Bring your friends to hang out, chat, and build with Legos. Each week, a theme will be given that club members can create, or you can make what you want.

B.A.B.Y S.T.E.P.S

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Meeting Room at Quincy Public Library

A Breastfeeding and Postpartum Support Group for Families!

BABY: Building a Better You
STEPS: Support, Trust, Encouragement, Perseverance, Strength

Monday's 9:00am - 11:00am & Wednesday's 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Event Details:

A Breastfeeding and Postpartum Support Group for Families!

BABY: Building a Better You
STEPS: Support, Trust, Encouragement, Perseverance, Strength

Monday's 9:00am - 11:00am & Wednesday's 4:30pm - 6:30pm

shinythings

The Show & Tell of Shiny Things

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Conference Room at Quincy Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Adults (18+), Seniors

Do you have something shiny that deserves the spotlight? Bring your favorite sparkling, shimmering, or eye-catching item to share at The Show & Tell of Shiny Things.

Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: Small Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Do you have something shiny that deserves the spotlight? Bring your favorite sparkling, shimmering, or eye-catching item to share at The Show & Tell of Shiny Things.

Preschool Time

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Theatre at Quincy Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Birth - Preschool

Preschool Time incorporates thematic books, music, and more during 45-minute sessions. This program is designed for children ages 3 and up, but all are welcome to attend.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: Children's Theatre
Age Group: Children, Birth - Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Preschool Time incorporates thematic books, music, and more during 45-minute sessions. This program is designed for children ages 3 and up, but all are welcome to attend.

Jefferson Youth Center

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 12:45pm - 1:30pm
Mobile Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: All Ages

GED Classes: JWCC Registration Required

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Theatre at Quincy Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Students must pre-register by completing the GED enrollment form found at JWCC.edu/GEDAges 16+Limited number of seating availableGED classes, offered through John Wood Community Co...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: Children's Theatre
Purpose of Meeting

Students must pre-register by completing the GED enrollment form found at JWCC.edu/GED

Ages 16+

Limited number of seating available

GED classes, offered through John Wood Community College. 

Playdate at the Library

Friday, June 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Theatre at Quincy Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime
Age Group:
Children, Birth - Preschool

Join us for a playdate at the library! Play stations will be set up for your child(ren) to play with you and other children and their caregivers.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: Children's Theatre
Age Group: Children, Birth - Preschool
Program Type: Playtime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a playdate at the library! Play stations will be set up for your child(ren) to play with you and other children and their caregivers.

Candid Conversations

Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Small Conference Room at Quincy Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (18+), Seniors

Candid Conversations is designed for open, honest, respectful discussion among participants.

Each meeting begins with a short video, followed by a facilitated discussion.

This month's discussion is: TBD

Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: Small Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Candid Conversations is designed for open, honest, respectful discussion among participants.

Each meeting begins with a short video, followed by a facilitated discussion.

This month's discussion is: TBD

Spanish Language Tutoring

Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
South Study Room at Quincy Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

The Cultural Diversity Club of Quincy, IL welcomes you to join our weekly Spanish conversation class with speaker/teacher, Ignacio Anguiano-Reyes! The Cultural Diversity Club,...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: South Study Room
Purpose of Meeting

The Cultural Diversity Club of Quincy, IL welcomes you to join our weekly Spanish conversation class with speaker/teacher, Ignacio Anguiano-Reyes!

 

Tabletop Game Swap

Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Quincy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults (18+), Seniors
Library Branch: Quincy Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors