Read Around the World: Hingham Public Library Adult Summer Reading Program

Take a trip around the world with our Adult Summer Reading Program! In July and August, we challenge you to read books set in different regions of the world. Visit our summer reading display for book suggestions! 

For each book that you complete, ...

Summer Reading Program 2018: Libraries Rock!

The Hingham Public Library’s Summer Reading Program is a great way to keep kids motivated to read during the summer months. Participants receive fun prizes each week for reading, and because there are no specific requirements or commitments, it is easy to...

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...

Microsoft Excel Classes

This July we are offering two Microsoft Excel classes taught by software expert Katy Mayo. Intro to Excel will be held on Thursday, July 19 at 1:00 pm. Intermediate Excel will be held on July 25 at 1:00pm. Visit our Technology Training page for more infor...

Afternoon with the Author: Eamon Earls

Saturday, July 21 at 2:00 -- Please join us for this Afternoon with the Author program as author and historian Eamon McCarthy Earls discusses his book Twisted Sisters: How Four Superstorms Forever Changed the Northeast in 1954 & 1955,&nbs...

Jazzin' the Blues with guitarist Paul Speidel

Monday, July 23 at 7:00 -- Jazzin' the Blues is a musical journey taking the audience back to the roots of jazz and the blues. Paul will highlight styles from each period of Jazz evolution, emphasizing the continuing presence of the blues's influence, up ...

"How is YOUR job search going?"

Wednesday, July 25 at 10:00 -- David Doyle, Job Coach at One Life at a Time, will lead a discussion about current hiring trends and address obstacles for job seekers. Includes tips for creating the most effective resumes.This program requires registration...

Fitting In Getting Fit

Wednesday, August 1 at 1:00 -- Can't find the time to exercise and eat healthy but want to improve overall health and fitness? Get top tips on adding fitness and healthy food choices into your daily routine from Big Y's Consulting Dietitian, Kathy Jordan....

Introduction to Libby

Tuesday, August 14 at 1:30 -- Libby is the latest app by Overdrive and makes checking out eBooks and audiobooks easier. This class will cover getting Libby setup on your smart phone, tablet or computer as well as the new browsing features that make Libby ...

"What's Buzzing": Build a Bee House

Thursday, August 23 at 6:30 -- Boy Scout C.J. Hudanich will be teaching us how to construct a Bee House. We will also Bee learning about Bee life. Sign up and join us and some local Boy Scouts for a fun night Bee-fore its too late. This program has a sugg...

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.