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The Townships of the Quincy Area Public Library District is committed to providing access to library services in a cost effective manner to residents of Melrose, Riverside and Ellington Townships living in School District #172 and residents of Gilmer Township living in the Liberty School District. This is achieved through a contract for services from the Quincy Public Library.
You may contact the TQAPLD board members by email to tqapldtrustees@gmail.com.
During Women's History Month, the library is highlighting women in the community!
Come to the library and meet a few women who own and work in Quincy businesses!
Meet Hilary Selsor of Altered Pine, Crystal King of Wicked Thyme Charcuterie, and Emily Lombardi of The District! They will share their experiences and current work. A Q&A will follow. ... See MoreSee Less
Mark your calendars for what is happening #thisweek at your library!
Here are the programs this week!
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Do you need to sign up first or just show up
Are you an avid reader and walker? Then we have the perfect activity for you--a Story Walk! Come to the Quincy Public Library, walk the story path, and stop at each station to read a portion of a short story. Exercise your mind and your body! ... See MoreSee Less
Interested in discussing manga and anime with other teens; join us at the Teen Anime and Manga Club! Bring your friends and meet other teens!
This program is intended for ages 13-18. ... See MoreSee Less
Have you set a goal for yourself to eat healthier, but don’t have the space to lay out a full garden in a yard? Don’t give up on your goals! In this workshop, you will learn many tips and tricks on how to grow herbs and fresh, healthy vegetables in small spaces- even on apartment balconies or in tiny yards!
You’ll also learn hands-on how to upcycle and reuse things you may already have, and thereby save money on buying pots and planters! ... See MoreSee Less
Have you heard? John Wood Community College now offers drop-in G.E.D. tutoring sessions at the Library! Join us every Wednesday anytime from 1-4 PM. All education levels welcome! ... See MoreSee Less
Mark your calendars for what is happening #thisweek at your library!
Here are the programs this week!
View a full calendar of events here: ... See MoreSee Less
The standard grass that covers American lawns, while needing constant maintenance that comes at a high expense, has little to no environmental value, and is not native to Illinois. Have you wondered how to begin transforming your space into one that is not only beautiful, but environmentally friendly?
Join us March 11 @ 1pm to learn from Amy Lefringhouse, educator with the University of Illinois Extension office as she leads an informational and instructional program on the benefits of converting your yard to native plants. ... See MoreSee Less
Bill Capps
Do you enjoy reading banned or challenged books? Then you would be the perfect fit for our Banned Book Club! There are two options to attend. Join us on the 2nd Thursday or 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm. The March book title is "The Hate U Give." ... See MoreSee Less
During the month of March, the Quincy Public Library will be collecting Menstrual Hygiene items to disseminate to local hygiene closets. Join us in this worthwhile venture and pick up a menstrual hygiene item(s), drop it off in the box at circulation, and help support our community! Together we can make a difference!
Hygiene closets that will benefit: Quanada, Bella Ease Care Closet, YWCA Quincy, Well house, Horizons Social Services, QHS, & QJHS. ... See MoreSee Less
What if it’s an open box but the pads are in the own wraper
