Barkology 101

Barkology 101

April 30 from 4:00 - 5:00, for children ages 8 to 13

Barkology 101 is an interactive teaching session about dog behavior.  What is a dog thinking and how does it communicate. The instructor, Cathy Acampora will be accompanied by her c...

Nature, Art and Discovery Program: Baby Birds and Their Nests

Wednesday, April 24 at 1:00 -- Participants will observe many different types of real bird’s nests from the Audubon collection. This will allow them to feel and learn about the natural materials that birds use to make nests.After listening to a ...

Wizardly Wednesdays: Birds

Wednesday, March 6 at 1:00 -- In stories wizards use magic for change and once a month (on school half days) we will use our powers to do the same! We will transform, reinvent, and re-purpose! This May: Birds are symbols of freedom and spirit but they are...

EYES ON OWLS : Who's Watching You? Owls of the World, Family Program

Everyone loves owls! Yet, how many of us have ever seen a live owl up close? Perhaps you’ve glimpsed the shadowy form of a Great Horned Owl in the headlights as you’ve traveled a back road at night. Ever scanned a frozen saltmarsh or farmer’s meadow in wi...

Saturday Family Storytime

Saturday, May 18 at 9:30 -- Join us for a fun Family Storytime. Children and their caregivers will listen to books, songs, and rhymes, followed by play with the library's toy collection!

Nature, Art, and Discovery Program: The Monarch Butterfly and Their Amazing Migration

Wednesday, May 22 at 1:00 -- Children will learn about the exciting ways in which monarch butterflies migrate thousands of miles each year. The program will begin with a story about butterflies and their migration habits, and will feature a digit...

Saturday Science

Saturday Science is back for it’s third year and this time, It’s Alive! This year’s program features the vibrant and dynamic nature of the sciences, tailored to two elementary school-age groups (K-2 and 3-5).

Saturday Science ...

Read to a Dog!

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 f...

Children's Book Groups

The children's department offers a monthly parent/child book group for children in grades 2 and 3; and a monthly book group for children in grades 4 and 5. New members are always welcome to join us for snacks and lively discussion!

Social Worker Cheryl West holds free drop-in office hours at the Library

Cheryl (Martin) West, Social Worker for the Town of Hingham, is now part of the Health Department Team as the community joins other municipalities in providing increased support for their residents and improved access to resources. She offers free drop-in...

Fandom Wednesday

Wednesday, May 1 at 6:30 -- For Teens Only in Grade 6 and up! Fandom Wednesdays are for talking about fandoms! This time, we'll have some fun snack-making and craft-making as we talk about our favorite fandoms. No registration necessary, just pop in!

Teen Craft Afternoon: Paper Flowers!

Tuesday, May 14 at 4:30 -- Open to teens only in grade 6 and up: Spring has sprung, Earth Day has come and gone...and in honor of the new season and recycling, we're making decorative paper flowers out of old library book pages! Make some for your locker,...

Teen Snack Afternoon: Cupcake Decorating

Tuesday, May 21 at 4:30 -- Open to teens only in grade 6 and up: Join us for an afternoon of cupcake decorating! There's no special occasion, we just thought everyone would enjoy some cupcakes this Tuesday. No registration required.

Magic: The Gathering

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! No registration necessary. We usually meet two Saturdays a mon...

Join the Teen Advisory Board!

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 serv...

Teen Book Group

The young adult department offers a monthly book group for teens! New members are always welcome to join us for snacks and lively discussion!

Evening with the Author: Deb Nelson

Tuesday, April 23 at 6:00 -- Deb Nelson presents her book Finding Health After Cancer: Stories of Renewal and Healing shares stories of people finding their path to health following a cancer diagnosis. 

Each person featured in th...

NSRWA presents Timing the Tides: a guide to paddling on the rivers

Wednesday, May 8 at 7:00 -- Want to go paddling on the rivers but aren’t sure how to time the tides, where to put in or what the best itineraries are? It can be a little intimidating – but with a little guidance you can enjoy one of th...

Evening with the Author: Alison O'Leary

Monday, May 13 at 7:00 -- A night for history, hiking, hospitality and humor! Join us on a virtual trip over mountains and through the back roads of Vermont, New Hampshire and Western Massachusetts led by award-winning travel author and journalist, Alison...

Evening with the Author: Kate Bowler presents New England Invite

Thursday, May 16 at 7:00 -- Join Kate Bowler as she talks about her book New England Invite: Fresh Feasts to Savor the Seasons. 

New England Invite was inspired by the seasons of New England and entertaining at home with friends and family. You’ll...

Getting Started With Hoopla

Tuesday, May 14  from 2:00 - 3:00 OR Thursday, May 16 from 11:30 - 12:30 (These are identical programs. Please only register for one.)

Have you heard of Hoopla? This library app lets you stream movies, TV shows, music, and more to your phone, tabl...

Plant and Seed Swap!

Saturday, May 18 between 9:00 and Noon -- Dig out those plants that have been taking over your yard, grab that bag of seeds you never got around to planting, and bring them to the library! Exchange these extra plants and seeds with other gardening enthusi...

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 Not Your Average Joe's (111 Pond Street, Norwell) at 7:00 pm, and will provide a fun and relaxed atmosphere for members to chat about books. Book cho...

Make: Creative Workshops

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

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.