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Integrative Health & Wellness Coaching: The Wheel of Health Approach

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston presents a talk on the Wheel of Health approach to health and wellness. This presentation is free and open to the public.

This 90-minute presentation will introduce participants to a holistic approach towards health and wellness using an assessment tool known as the Wheel of Health. You'll identify challenges/successes in nine areas: movement, nutrition, environment, relationships, personal development, spirituality, sleep & rest, work life balance, and mind & body. The outcome is to encourage participants to develop a personalized plan with goals and strategies for healthy living, stress management, and/or personal growth.

No registration is required for this in-person program.

Meeting

How to Buy a New Computer

Join Technology Services Librarian, Robby St. John, as she give you advice on purchasing a new computer or laptop. In this beginner friendly overview, she'll cover the key things you should consider when making a computer purchase. Brands, operating systems, price, and more, will all be discussed to help you make an educated decision. So bring your notebook and your questions; Especially if you are considering a new computer for this upcoming Tax Free Weekend. No registration is required for this program.

Interviews - SS

Meeting

Clutter Free Support Group

Hingham High Rowing

The Women & Money Roundtable: How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets

This is a monthly financial literacy program designed to educate women of any age about the financial matters that affect their lives. Using easy-to-understand concepts, without financial jargon, the program provides information, resources, learning activities and moderators to educate and create a safe and welcoming place for women to learn, share their experiences, and ask questions.

This event is hosted by the Darien Library and will be held on Zoom. To join us, please register online for the Zoom link.

Interview - SS, EB

Interview

Hingham Democratic Town Committee

Meeting

Make: Sponge Stamp Tea Towels

Join us to make your own stamp out of a sponge. We will use the stamp to print a pattern on a tea towel. All materials will be provided.

Space in this event is limited, and registration is required. To join us, please register online.

Tech Chat for Beginners: Online Shopping Safety

This month we’ll talk about what you can do to avoid scams and keep your information safe when online shopping.

In this informal monthly chat, we start with a bite-sized lesson before opening it up for questions and conversation facilitated by a librarian. Learn alongside other beginners, ask questions, and share any tips and tricks you’ve picked up.

No registration is required for this in-person program.

Hingham Ladies Club

Room Reserved

HHS XC/Track Boosters

Room Reserved

Hingham Youth Soccer

HPL Movie: "The Phoenician Scheme"

Wealthy businessman Zsa-zsa Korda appoints his only daughter, a nun, as sole heir to his estate. As Korda embarks on a new enterprise, they soon become the target of scheming tycoons, foreign terrorists and determined assassins. Like all Wes Anderson films, this is both a crazy ride and a visual sight to behold. The amazing cast includes Benicio del Toro, Mia Threapleton, Michael Cera, Riz Ahmed, Tom Hanks, Bryan Cranston, Mathieu Amalric, Richard Ayoade, Jeffrey Wright, Scarlett Johansson, Benedict Cumberbatch, Rupert Friend, and Hope Davis.

Rated PG-13. 1h 41m.

The de Tocqueville Project: Discovering Our Common America in an Age of Division

Join historian Eamon McCarthy Earls for a trip across America!

French writer Alexis de Tocqueville wrote "Democracy in America" nearly 200 years ago. Today, how can we rediscover the country we call home—and the diverse, amazing people that make it what it is. Over the past decade, Eamon has traveled extensively throughout the US, visiting 45 states, rural towns, massive cities, Indian reservations, college campuses, and communities of all sorts to find ways that we can bridge the divides in our society and build a stronger national community together by better understanding America.

This event will be held on Zoom. To join us, please register online, and we will email you the link 2 hours before the program.

HPL Movies in the Afternoon: "The Phoenician Scheme"

Wealthy businessman Zsa-zsa Korda appoints his only daughter, a nun, as sole heir to his estate. As Korda embarks on a new enterprise, they soon become the target of scheming tycoons, foreign terrorists and determined assassins. Like all Wes Anderson films, this is both a crazy ride and a visual sight to behold. The amazing cast includes Benicio del Toro, Mia Threapleton, Michael Cera, Riz Ahmed, Tom Hanks, Bryan Cranston, Mathieu Amalric, Richard Ayoade, Jeffrey Wright, Scarlett Johansson, Benedict Cumberbatch, Rupert Friend, and Hope Davis.

Rated PG-13. 1h 41m.

Office Hours with Representative Meschino

Gentle Flow and Stretch Yoga

This is a beginner to advanced beginner hatha yoga class which focuses on the larger muscle groups with slower, thoughtful and accessible movements, mostly on the ground, combined with gentle stretching. The class also includes breathwork and meditation to help center and calm the mind to facilitate the connection of the mind, breath, body, and spirit. All you need is an open mind, yoga mat, a towel or blanket (to roll for support as needed), and water.

Space in this event is limited, and registration is required. To join us, please register online.

HPL Book Group: "Evicted" by Matthew Desmond

The HPL Book Club is a friendly group of library patrons and bibliophiles which has been meeting regularly for over ten years. We average 15-20 members each meeting and are always happy to see new faces! Whether you're someone who wants to meet regularly or just pop in when a title piques your interest, you'll always be welcome in the HPL Book Club.

Copies of this month's title will be available at the Reference Desk on or around the 1st of the month.

This month's meeting will be held in the Whiton Room at the Hingham Public Library.

HHS XC TF Boosters Club Meeting

no set up -RSJ

Pack 4 Cub Scouts

STEM Playgroup with SSCAC (Ages 3-5)

Join the South Shore Community Action Council for a fun Science, Technology, Engineering & Math playgroup for preschoolers. Young children are natural-born scientists and engineers. In this playgroup we'll explore the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with stories and everyday activities.

Space in this event is limited, and registration is required. To join us, please register online through the South Shore Family Network.

This program is co-sponsored by the South Shore Family Network, a program of the South Shore Community Action Council.

Make Your Own Rainstick Craft | Ages 5+

Drop in to the library to make your own rainstick.

No registration required.

Read-To-A-Dog | George, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and his partner Ceil, are our listeners today | ages 5+og | ages 5+

Our Read to a Dog program provides a supportive environment to practice reading! Reading to trained therapy dogs helps develop literacy skills and builds confidence and self-esteem. Our canine friends are all wonderful, patient listeners who are looking forward to reading with you!

Our listening teams are at the Library on Wednesday mornings throughout the summer from 10:30 -11:30 in a quiet corner of the Children's Department.

To register, please call the Children’s Department at 781-741-1405. Each reading session is 15 minutes.

Sensory Play | 5 and under

Sensory play helps your child engage their senses, boosts their language skills and motor skills, and promotes exploration, creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving. Please join us to explore and play with the library’s collection of sensory toys. Registration is not required.

Pop Up Art School | Minecraft Clay Bobbleheads

Sculpt your very own Minecraft-inspired bobblehead characters using air-dry clay. Create a separate head and body so your character’s head can swivel! Finish off your piece with acrylic paint before taking it home.

Space in this event is limited, and registration is required. To join us, please register online.

*This program is supported in part by a grant from the Hingham Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

STEM Playgroup with SSCAC (Ages 3-5)

Join the South Shore Community Action Council for a fun Science, Technology, Engineering & Math playgroup for preschoolers. Young children are natural-born scientists and engineers. In this playgroup we'll explore the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with stories and everyday activities.

Space in this event is limited, and registration is required. To join us, please register online through the South Shore Family Network.

This program is co-sponsored by the South Shore Family Network, a program of the South Shore Community Action Council.

4th & 5th Grade Book Group | Solimar: The Sword of the Monarchs by Pam Munoz Ryan

Newbery Honor author Pam Muñoz Ryan has masterfully crafted a story using cultural elements from Mexico with a generous sprinkling of magic. In this story of courage, determination, and ingenuity, readers will cheer on Solimar in her arduous journey to save what is near and dear to her heart ―Booklist

Family BINGO

Please join us for this family favorite! This is an in-person event. Registration is not required.

Read-To-A-Dog | NIcki, an Australian Shepherd Mix, and her partners Kit and/or Mark, are our listening team today | ages 5+

Our Read to a Dog program provides a supportive environment to practice reading! Reading to trained therapy dogs helps develop literacy skills and builds confidence and self-esteem. Our canine friends are all wonderful, patient listeners who are looking forward to reading with you!

Our listening teams are at the Library on Wednesday mornings throughout the summer from 10:30 -11:30 in a quiet corner of the Children's Department.

To register, please call the Children’s Department at 781-741-1405. Each reading session is 15 minutes.

Lego Club, ages 4+

Please join us for an afternoon of open play with the library's collection of LEGO's.

2nd & 3rd Grade Book Group | Yeti Files: Meet the Bigfeet

Blizz Richards is a great guy, a caring boss, and a loyal friend. Oh, yeah...he's also a yeti! He's made it his life's mission to study cryptids like him, hidden animals who have taken a powerful oath to never be seen by the outside world. So when a photo of Cousin Brian becomes a media sensation, Brian can't handle the guilt and disappears. But it's time for the annual Bigfoot family reunion, and it won't be the same without him. Luckily, Blizz and his devoted team are on the case. Can they find their furry friend before their secret gets out for good?

This month our 2nd & 3rd grade book group is reading Yeti Files: Meet the Bigfeet by Kevin Sherry.

Join us for this fun in-person book club. We will discuss the book and play games or do crafts. No registration necessary. We hope to see you there!

Drop-in Crafternoon | Ages 6+

Drop into the library for a special crafternoon. Come and create using some of the library's craft kits.

No registration required.

Read-To-A-Dog | Pumpernickel (a Bulldog) and Wyatt (an Australian Labradoodle), along with their partner Corey, are our our listening team today | ages 5+

Our Read to a Dog program provides a supportive environment to practice reading! Reading to trained therapy dogs helps develop literacy skills and builds confidence and self-esteem. Our canine friends are all wonderful, patient listeners who are looking forward to reading with you!

Our listening teams are at the Library on Wednesday mornings throughout the summer from 10:30 -11:30 in a quiet corner of the Children's Department.

To register, please call the Children’s Department at 781-741-1405. Each reading session is 15 minutes.

Summer Reading Celebration

Thank you for making the Hingham Public Library a part of your summer! Summer Reading participants are welcome to drop in to the library for snow cones and fun activities.

Minecraft Meet Up!

Do you love Minecraft? Join your fellow Minecraft fans to build, play, and have fun! For this program, we will only be playing Minecraft on portable devices such as tablets or the Nintendo switch.

*Attendees are responsible for bringing their own system. This program is for ages 6 - 11. Children under age 9 must be accompanied by an adult.

No registration required.

Snow Cone Saturday

Looking for a sweet treat to beat the heat? Stop by the Hingham Public Library for a snow cone! No registration required.

First Aid Class with Dr. Katie McBrine | Ages 10+

Learn valuable first aid skills with Dr. Katie McBrine! Dr. McBrine will go through all the vital first aid skills for babysitting, camping, and many other situations. Supplies will be provided and no prior knowledge necessary. Bring your friends and learn some new skills!

Space in this event is limited, and registration is required. To join us, please register online.

Snow Cone Saturday

Looking for a sweet treat to beat the heat? Stop by the Hingham Public Library for a snow cone! No registration required.

Teen Crafternoon: Friendship Bracelets

Come join us for a throwback crafternoon! Bring your friends and make some friendship bracelets - or necklaces - to wear this summer. We'll have the supplies, just bring yourself. No registration required. Open to teens entering Grade 6 and up.

Teen Book Bedazzling

Join us for a night of bling and sparkle - we're bedazzling books! We'll have all the supplies for you to bedazzle a book cover and create a special bookish piece of art to keep. So, grab a favorite book and come on down and add some sparkle to it! *We will have some books available for participants to bedazzle and keep, but we do recommend those who can try to bring their own book, as we cannot guarantee we will have book titles that everyone wants.* Open to teens entering Grade 6 and above. No registration required.