Author Event: "Stan and the Four Fantastic Powers"

Wednesday, October 3 at 4:00 -- The Hingham Public Library is pleased to welcome authors Marge Schiller, Sarah Schiller, and Max Schiller, to read and discuss their book Stan and the Four Fantastic Powers. The reading will be followed by a Q&A and boo...

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 sessions expose kids to differ...

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!

Fall Story Times

Fall story times begin on Monday, September 10! We offer drop-in story times for ages 0 - 8 and their families. Story times are a great way to encourage literacy, meet other families, and learn about new books! We look forward to reading with you!

Careers in Marine Animal Training

Tuesday, October 23 at 4:30 -- Learn all about what it's like to be a marine mammal trainer and how you can get involved in that field today!

Kim Cummings, from the New England Aquarium, has worked as a marine mammal trainer for over 15 years! In her prese...

Pizza & Books

Tuesday, October 16 at 4:30 -- 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  beve...

Pop Up Art School: Owl Canvas Painting

Saturday, September 29 at 2:00 -- For teens in grade 6 and up only: Join the Pop Up Art School for a fall event as they teach us to paint one of our favorite animals - the owl! Each participant will walk away with a canvas painting of an owl to enjoy this...

Fall Cookie Decorating Party

Tuesday, October 30 at 4:30 -- Leaves and pumpkins and ghosts, oh my! All teens in grade 6 and up are invited to join us for a fall cookie decorating party. We'll provide the cookies and decorating materials, you bring the creativity! Get ready to make so...

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...

Magic: The Gathering

Saturday, September 8 & 22 at 1:30 -- 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 nece...

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!

Anime + Manga Club!

All teens are welcome to join our Anime + Manga Club! We usually meet twice a month - check our calendar for the next meeting date! 

At each meeting, members will get to talk about anime and manga with fellow enthusiasts and create a smal...

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 ...

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.