Come and relax by decorating your own canvas pouch: perfect to hold pencils, trinkets, or to give as a gift! This program is for teens in grades 8-12 ONLY. This program is made possible by the generous sponsorship of the Friends of the Thomas Crane Public Library. To find out more about their work and how you can get involved, visit the Friends of the Library webpage .
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Alphabet-themed storytime in the Children's Room features letter-focused stories, songs, games and the Mystery Bag activity for ages 3–12.
The Crane Crochet and Knitting Club meets Wednesdays in the Main Library Classroom for crochet and knitting, offering yarn, beginner help, and a simple hat tutorial.
Create constellation art during weekly games and STEAM crafts at O'Neill Branch, Cambridge, for ages 5–11.
Weekly games and rotating crafts or STEAM activities in the Valente Branch Program Room for ages 5–11.
Make beaded keychains, choosing lizard, Pokeball, or freestyle designs, at North Quincy Library’s Teen Area; supplies limited, no registration required, ages 13–18.
DIY stress balls, games and crafts for ages 3–12 in the Dinegan Room at North Quincy Library.
Gentle stretching, a story song, and character‑based yoga poses guide caregivers and 3‑5‑year‑olds through breathing and a brief Savasana in the Main Library meeting room, for ages 3–5.
Shop gently used books, audiobooks, CDs and DVDs at the volunteer-run Friends Bookstore in the Main Library atrium, with all proceeds supporting free library events for all ages.
Weekly drop-in LEGO building in the children’s room, offering large brick bins, Duplo pieces, and a week‑long display of creations, for ages 12 and under.
Seasonal make-and-take crafts are offered weekly at Hyde Park, Boston Public Library, open to all ages.
English conversation practice in the Main Library classroom covering everyday topics, vocabulary, pronunciation, and socializing for ages 18 and up.
Community Connections: DV Awareness Month at North Quincy Library — meet ATASK and DOVE representatives while making up to two friendship bracelets each, ages 18+.
