Jill Lepore: American History from Beginning to End

September 15, 2019, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM @ Larson Hall, Derby Academy

The talk is drawn from Lepore's best-selling book These Truths: A History of the United States, of which the New York Times wrote, “This sweeping, sobering account of the American past is a story not of relentless progress but of conflict and contradiction, with crosscurrents of reason and faith, black and white, immigrant and native, industry and agriculture rippling through a narrative that is far from completion.”

Jill Lepore is the David Woods Kemper ’41 Professor of American History at Harvard University and a staff writer at The New Yorker. She has been a finalist for the National Book Award; the National Magazine Award; and, twice, for the Pulitzer Prize.

This event will be held at Derby Academy and seating is limited; please register online or by calling 781-741-1405 ext. 1404.

OLLI: 1919 at 100

September 16, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

OLLI: The Best of Cleveland Art

September 16, 2019, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

Room Prep

September 16, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM @ Whiton Room

Bullet Journaling 101

September 16, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ Whiton Room

If you're a busy person with lots of things to juggle (family, work, school, homekeeping, etc.) then bullet journaling is for you! Join Heather Woods of Embody Love and learn how the amazing task management system of bullet journaling can help you track the past, organize the present and plan for the future. We'll take a look at ways to arrange your tasks to best align with your personal and professional goals. Supplies included.

This program requires registration. Please register online or by calling 781-741-1405 ext. 1404.

Hingham SEPAC

September 16, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM @ Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

Meeting.

Cheryl West, Social Worker: Free Drop-In Office Hours

September 17, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

Cheryl West, Social Worker for the Town of Hingham, offers free drop-in office hours on Tuesdays from 10:00 - Noon in the Library's Fearing Room and is available from 8:30 - 4:30 on Wednesdays at the Town Hall. She can be reached by calling 781-804-2370.

Cheryl is available to help with accessing emergency services (food, clothing, housing, and crisis support), education and employment, family matters, health improvement (including insurance and mental health concerns), and support groups for men, women, and teens.

OLLI: 1919 at 100

September 17, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

OLLI: The Holocaust: Exploring How and Why It Happened, and why Studying It Is Still Important

September 17, 2019, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

Hingham Ladies Club

September 17, 2019, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM @ Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

Board meeting.

Hingham Democratic Town Committee

September 17, 2019, 6:30 PM - 8:45 PM @ Whiton Room

Monthly meeting.

Hingham Men's Group

September 17, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

Garden Club of Hingham Members Meeting

September 18, 2019, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Whiton Room

Intro to Microsoft Word

September 18, 2019, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Training Room

Join us for a two hour introduction to Microsoft Word. Participants will learn the basic tools layout of Microsoft Word, how to edit and format text and page layout, and other basic functions. This class will be taught by professional MS Office trainer, Katy Mayo.

This program requires registration. Please register online or by calling 781-741-1405 ext. 1404.

OLLI: American Foreign Policy in Light of International Relations Theory

September 18, 2019, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

New England Electric Auto Association Car Show

September 18, 2019, 4:00 PM - 8:45 PM @ Parking lot - MA

Lori Cashman

September 18, 2019, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

Meeting re: Derby Academy.

HPL Movie: Wild Rose

September 18, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM @ Whiton Room

HPL Trustees Meeting

September 18, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM @ Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

OLLI: Story Telling Methods and Techniques

September 19, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

OLLI: The Times They Are A-Changin: The Sixties: A Decade of Hope, Tumult, and Social Change

September 19, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

HPL Movies in the Afternoon: Wild Rose

September 19, 2019, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Whiton Room

Artist Reception: Lucy Hutchinson

September 19, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Dolphin Gallery

The public is invited to an opening reception for artist Lucy Hutchinson. Light refreshments will be served.

Room Prep

September 19, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM @ Whiton Room

Boy Scout Troop 1

September 19, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ Activity Room

Meeting.

Evening with the Author: Father Tim Schenck presents "Holy Grounds: The Surprising Connection Between Coffee and Faith

September 19, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ Whiton Room

From coffee bean's discovery by 9th century Ethiopian Muslims to being condemned as "Satan's drink" by medieval Christians to becoming an integral part of Passover in America, coffee has fueled prayer and shaped religious culture for generations. Hingham resident and Episcopal priest, Tim Schenck, will explore the fascinating-and controversial-history of the world's favorite beverage with reflections based on his new book Holy Grounds: The Surprising Spiritual Connection Between Coffee and Faith-From Dancing Goats to Satan's Brew.

We the People

September 19, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM @ Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

Meeting.

OLLI: 1919 at 100

September 23, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

OLLI: The Best of Cleveland Art

September 23, 2019, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

Office Hours for Joan Meschino

September 23, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

Office hours.

The Cove Housing Lottery

September 23, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Whiton Room

Cheryl West, Social Worker: Free Drop-In Office Hours

September 24, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

Cheryl West, Social Worker for the Town of Hingham, offers free drop-in office hours on Tuesdays from 10:00 - Noon in the Library's Fearing Room and is available from 8:30 - 4:30 on Wednesdays at the Town Hall. She can be reached by calling 781-804-2370.

Cheryl is available to help with accessing emergency services (food, clothing, housing, and crisis support), education and employment, family matters, health improvement (including insurance and mental health concerns), and support groups for men, women, and teens.

OLLI: 1919 at 100

September 24, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

OLLI Brown Bag: Massacre of My Lai

September 24, 2019, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

OLLI: The Holocaust: Exploring How and Why It Happened, and why Studying It Is Still Important

September 24, 2019, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

HPL Book Group

September 24, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ Whiton Room

HGBA Board Meeting

September 24, 2019, 7:30 PM - 8:45 PM @ Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

OLLI Womens History Group

September 25, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

OLLI: American Foreign Policy in Light of International Relations Theory

September 25, 2019, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

Puzzle Art

September 25, 2019, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM @ Whiton Room

Come join us for an evening of fun as we create art from puzzle pieces. All supplies will be provided.

This program requires registration. Please register online or by calling 781-741-1405 ext. 1404.

OLLI: Story Telling Methods and Techniques

September 26, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

OLLI: The Times They Are A-Changin: The Sixties: A Decade of Hope, Tumult, and Social Change

September 26, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

OLLI Brown Bag: Thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail

September 26, 2019, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

OLLI: Memories

September 26, 2019, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

US Census Job Opportunities Information Session

September 26, 2019, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

Information session.

South Shore Democratic Caucus

September 26, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ Whiton Room

BCGS: Steve Rapson, Solo Guitar

September 29, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Whiton Room

The Hingham Library and the Boston Classical Guitar Society gratefully acknowledge the support of Coastal Heritage Bank for our annual Sunday Sounds Special series of concerts.

OLLI: 1919 at 100

September 30, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

OLLI Brown Bag: Cuba After Castro: A Country in Transition

September 30, 2019, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

OLLI: The Best of Cleveland Art

September 30, 2019, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM @ Whiton Room

This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. Call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information.

Preschool Storytime | Ages 3-5

September 16, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM @ Activity Room

Children and their caregivers will listen to engaging books, hear some music, sing songs and make a fun craft, all while making new friends in a welcoming setting. This energetic drop-in storytime builds language and literacy skills.

Stories & Snacks | Ages 5-8

September 16, 2019, 3:45 PM - 4:30 PM @ Activity Room

Stories & Snacks is a drop in program for school age children and their families. Participants will listen to stories while enjoying an afterschool snack (provided by the library) and then make a fun craft to take home.

Toddler Storytime | Ages 14 months to 3 years

September 17, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM @ Activity Room

Wiggle, rhyme, read, and sing in this active storytime! Simple stories and music introduce the sounds and rhythms of language and play to your little learner. This drop-in program is perfect for children 14 months to 3 years and their caregivers. Following the program, families are invited to socialize and play with the library’s collection of toys.

Book Group for 4th & 5th grade students: "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen

September 17, 2019, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ Activity Room

"Following a tragedy that further alters the course of her life, 12-year-old Lucy Everhart decides to continue the shark research her marine biologist mother left unfinished when she died five years earlier. This book received 7 starred reviews! | "Numerous middle grade books deal with grief, but few do it so beautifully?and hopefully?as The Line Tender." --Bookpage, starred | Book Group is for 4th and 5th grade students. Registration is not required. Read the "The Line Tender", invite a friend and join us for a thoughtful discussion.

Books for Babies | Ages 0 to 14 months

September 18, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM @ Activity Room

Books, Bounces, and rhythmic activity ensure that this engaging Storytime for babies (0 to 14 months) and their caregivers is the perfect environment for building your baby’s foundation for lifelong reading. Babies will be introduced to familiar rhymes and songs as well as the opportunity to mingle with other babies and their caregivers. Following the program, families are invited to socialize and play with the library’s collection of toys.

Move & Groove Storytime | Ages 4 and under

September 19, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM @ Activity Room

Move & Groove Storytime is a drop in program for children of various ages (4 and under) and their caregivers. Listen to fun stories, sing, and move around in this fast-paced Storytime perfect for young children who learn best when their brains and their bodies are active. Following the program, families are invited to socialize and play with the library’s collection of toys

Parent/Child Book Group for 2nd & 3rd grade students: "Megabat" by Anna Humphrey

September 21, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Activity Room

"A sweet and hilarious chapter book about a boy and a cute little bat, two unlikely friends who bond over loneliness, jellyrolls, and Darth Vader." This program requires registration. Please call to register: 781-741-1405 ext. 1403. Program is for 2nd and 3rd grade students with their parent/caregiver.

Preschool Storytime | Ages 3-5

September 23, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM @ Activity Room

Children and their caregivers will listen to engaging books, hear some music, sing songs and make a fun craft, all while making new friends in a welcoming setting. This energetic drop-in storytime builds language and literacy skills.

Stories & Snacks | Ages 5-8

September 23, 2019, 3:45 PM - 4:30 PM @ Activity Room

Stories & Snacks is a drop in program for school age children and their families. Participants will listen to stories while enjoying an afterschool snack (provided by the library) and then make a fun craft to take home.

Toddler Storytime | Ages 14 months to 3 years

September 24, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM @ Activity Room

Wiggle, rhyme, read, and sing in this active storytime! Simple stories and music introduce the sounds and rhythms of language and play to your little learner. This drop-in program is perfect for children 14 months to 3 years and their caregivers. Following the program, families are invited to socialize and play with the library’s collection of toys.

Books for Babies | Ages 0 to 14 months

September 25, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM @ Activity Room

Books, Bounces, and rhythmic activity ensure that this engaging Storytime for babies (0 to 14 months) and their caregivers is the perfect environment for building your baby’s foundation for lifelong reading. Babies will be introduced to familiar rhymes and songs as well as the opportunity to mingle with other babies and their caregivers. Following the program, families are invited to socialize and play with the library’s collection of toys.

Move & Groove Storytime | Ages 4 and under

September 26, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM @ Activity Room

Move & Groove Storytime is a drop in program for children of various ages (4 and under) and their caregivers. Listen to fun stories, sing, and move around in this fast-paced Storytime perfect for young children who learn best when their brains and their bodies are active. Following the program, families are invited to socialize and play with the library’s collection of toys

Preschool Storytime | Ages 3-5

September 30, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM @ Activity Room

Children and their caregivers will listen to engaging books, hear some music, sing songs and make a fun craft, all while making new friends in a welcoming setting. This energetic drop-in storytime builds language and literacy skills.

Stories & Snacks | Ages 5-8

September 30, 2019, 3:45 PM - 4:30 PM @ Activity Room

Stories & Snacks is a drop in program for school age children and their families. Participants will listen to stories while enjoying an afterschool snack (provided by the library) and then make a fun craft to take home.

Pizza and Books

September 18, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Activity Room

Come chat with fellow book lovers about what you're reading and loving - or what you're reading and hating these days! No specific book to read, just show up to chat with others about bookish things. Pizza and beverages will be provided. No registration necessary.

Teen Advisory Board

September 25, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Activity Room

Join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) at the Hingham Public Library! We want to hear what YOU have to say! We usually meet two Wednesdays a month at 6:30 (check our calendar for the next meeting date!), and new members are always welcome. Earn community service hours, have fun, and help the library plan teen offerings! All young adults aged 12 + up welcome. No registration required. Please call or email the children's department for more information.

Magic: The Gathering!

September 28, 2019, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Activity Room

For teens only in grade 6 and up. Looking for someone to play Magic: The Gathering with? Look no further! Come spend the afternoon playing a great game and making new friends! Magic newbies, beginners, and experts all welcome! There will be snacks. No registration necessary.