Evening with the Author: Architect Patrick Ahearn presents "Timeless"

October 16, 2018 at 7:00 -- Join us for a talk and book signing by award-winning architect Patrick Ahearn as he presents his acclaimed new book, "Timeless: Classic American Architecture for Contemporary Living."

This free event will begin with a ...

Evening with the Author: Eric Jay Dolin presents "Black Flags, Blue Waters"

Thursday, September 20 at 7:00 -- Set against the backdrop of the Age of Exploration, "Black Flags, Blue Waters" reveals the dramatic and surprising history of American piracy's "Golden Age"--spanning the late 1600s through th...

Betty Hauck: A life in music lost & found

Saturday, September 22 at 3:00 -- For 50 years Betty Hauck enjoyed a rich and rewarding career as a professional violist, until the day she realized she had to retire because of progressive hearing loss. For three years she completely turned her ...

Make: Witch-craft Workshop

Thursday, September 27 at 6:30 -- Join Hingham Public Library's resident artists Carol and Jenn for their monthly workshops. This month we will be creating wooden witches using pine cut outs and paint. All materials will be provided.This program requires ...

Evening with the Author: Alison O'Leary presents "AMC's Best Day Hikes Near Boston"

Monday, October 1 at 7:00 -- A hike is more than a stroll through the woods. In Massachusetts, many parks and trails have been carved out of historical sites, whether ancient Native villages, industrial sites or grand estates. Author and speaker Alison O'...

Painting in the Margins: Stories and Artwork of an Iraqi Refugee

Saturday, October 6 at 2:00 -- Thaer Abdallah, an artist living in Boston, will use his paintings to tell inspiring stories of his life as a refugee from Baghdad to Boston. His powerful PowerPoint presentation tells his story as a refugee from Iraq after ...

NSRWA presents: A photo tour of the North and South Rivers

Wednesday, October 10 at 7:00 -- The North and South Rivers Watershed Association will present a photo tour featuring the natural beauty, rich history, and fragile ecology of the North and South Rivers. Learn about the wonderful activities, events, and en...

femme fuoco: violin & viola duo

Sunday, October 14 at 3:00 -- The library is pleased to present the wonderful duo, femme fuoco. While passionate about all the standard repertoire from baroque to contemporary eras, they are particularly devoted to performing and commissioning music writt...

Afternoon with the Author: Eamon Earls presents "Cold War New England"

Saturday, October 27 at 2:00 -- Join author and historian Eamon Earls as he discusses his book "Cold War New England: The Global Conflict at Home," a fascinating history of the Cold War as seen through the lens of New England.  

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Ghosts of the South Coast & South Shore

Tuesday, October 30 at 7:00 -- From the spirits of British loyalists in Wareham's Fearing Tavern to the ghastly goings-on at the Lizzie Borden Bed & Breakfast in Fall River, this talk will examine some of the most infamous ghost stories in Ma...

Make: Craft Workshops

Join Hingham Public Library's resident artists Carol and Jenn for their monthly craft workshops. All materials will be provided, but space is limited - please register.

Computer & Technology Training

Books on Tap!

Join the HPL for Books On Tap, our newest adult book club! It will meet the 2nd Tuesday of every month at the Liberty Grille in Downtown Hingham at 7:00 pm, and  will provide a fun and relaxed atmosphere for members to chat about books. Book choi...

Boston Classical Guitar Society Concert Series

It's the Boston Classical Guitar Society's 21st season of concerts at the Hingham Library. Join us monthly for a variety of talented musicians and diverse performances!

HPL Movie Night

HPL Movie Night is held on the third Wednesday of every month, followed by a matinee showing the next afternoon! Snacks are provided by our programming partner Harbor Media and all are welcome to attend. For more information: 781-741-1405 ext. 1404.

HPL Book Group

The HPL Book Group meets the last Tuesday of each month (except December) and new members are always welcome! Pick up a copy of this month's book or ask for more information at the Reference Desk: 781-741-1405 ext. 1404.