Martin Luther King Jr. Day - CLosed

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Book Babies Infants - 23 months

Winter Book Babies with Elisabeth continues, for Infants - 23 months, and their siblings. It will be on Tuesdays this Winter. The little ones will hear some short stories, lots of songs and meet other little ones. Start their love of books and the library early, with...More

Winter Book Babies with Elisabeth continues, for Infants - 23 months, and their siblings. It will be on Tuesdays this Winter. The little ones will hear some short stories, lots of songs and meet other little ones. Start their love of books and the library early, with this fun program.Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Childrens Room

New Year/ New Career!

New Year/ New Career!Come and get some help from the experts at One Life at a Time, Braintree's Career Center.Registration is requested. Please use the link below.This program is sponsored by One LIfe at a Time and Thayer Public Library. Registration:...More

New Year/ New Career!Come and get some help from the experts at One Life at a Time, Braintree's Career Center.Registration is requested. Please use the link below.This program is sponsored by One LIfe at a Time and Thayer Public Library. Registration: http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/ekform.cfm?curOrg=THAYER&curID=363445

Logan Auditorium - upper level

Storytime age 2 & 3

Winter Storytimes with Elisabeth continue. Children will hear some stories, sing some songs, do some movement and a craft. For ages 2 & 3 and their siblings.Offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.Held in the beautiful new Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Childrens Room

Storytime age 2 & 3

Winter Storytimes with Elisabeth continue. Children will hear some stories, sing some songs, do some movement and a craft. For ages 2 & 3 and their siblings.Offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.Held in the beautiful, new Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Childrens Room

Teen Tuesdays

Combination video games on the Xbox One and a chill space with comfy carpet squares or tables. You can even work on homework or ask another teen there to study with you. Meets in Logan AuditoriumIf you're a teen in grades 6-12, you might want to stop in to Logan! ...More

Combination video games on the Xbox One and a chill space with comfy carpet squares or tables. You can even work on homework or ask another teen there to study with you. Meets in Logan AuditoriumIf you're a teen in grades 6-12, you might want to stop in to Logan! Bring a friend, bring your snack, and drop by after school to play awesome games with cool people.This program will meet every week after school on Tuesdays.

Logan Auditorium - upper level

Trivia Night at the Library

Winter Trivia Night at the Library! The loosely-adhered-to theme is "Baby, It's Cold Outside". Program is geared towards adults, but teens and family teams are welcome. Register here or by calling Laurie at 781-848-0405 x4430. Register a team or get matched with a...More

Winter Trivia Night at the Library! The loosely-adhered-to theme is "Baby, It's Cold Outside". Program is geared towards adults, but teens and family teams are welcome. Register here or by calling Laurie at 781-848-0405 x4430. Register a team or get matched with a team when you arrive. We expect the reigning champions will show up to defend their title! PLEASE NOTE: This month only, Trivia Night is TUESDAY night instead of Monday.Fun, friendly, low-key competition with small prizes for winning teams. Sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.In the event of snow or early closing, the event will be canceled. Please call before coming if weather conditions are questionable! Registration: http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/ekform.cfm?curOrg=THAYER&curID=285817

Logan Auditorium - upper level

Storytime for ages 3 - 5

Winter Storytime for ages 3 - 5 continue. Cathie will present some longer stories, songs, and do a craft. Best for ages 3- 5 and their siblings.Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Childrens Room

Library Staff Meeting

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Logan Auditorium - upper level

Movie Night!

Some of our Newly Released on DVD Program regulars wanted to see a movie that wasn't all that new. So we added another date!Director Marc Forster directed this live action movie that features English author A. A. Milne's best loved characters as walking and talking...More

Some of our Newly Released on DVD Program regulars wanted to see a movie that wasn't all that new. So we added another date!Director Marc Forster directed this live action movie that features English author A. A. Milne's best loved characters as walking and talking stuffed animals. Ewan McGregor stars as a middle-aged Christopher Robin, now burdened by an stultifying white collar job that prevents him from spending quality time with his family. Winne the Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, and Tigger venture from Hundred Acre Wood into London to turn his life around. from IMDb2DUX2, Rated PG: This program is primarily intended for adult audiences. Children who can sit quitely for the duration are welcome: 1hour, 44 minsThe first 100 people will fit in the room.

Logan Auditorium - upper level

The Reader's Group Book Club

This month's title is Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers by Mary Roach .Book club books are available at the circulation desk about one month before the meeting date and are due back on the night of the discussion.All readers are always welcome!

Reading Room - Main Level

Movie Afternoon!

Some of our Newly Released on DVD Program regulars wanted to see a movie that wasn't all that new. So we added another date!Director Marc Forster directed this live action movie that features English author A. A. Milne's best loved characters as walking and talking...More

Some of our Newly Released on DVD Program regulars wanted to see a movie that wasn't all that new. So we added another date!Director Marc Forster directed this live action movie that features English author A. A. Milne's best loved characters as walking and talking stuffed animals. Ewan McGregor stars as a middle-aged Christopher Robin, now burdened by an stultifying white collar job that prevents him from spending quality time with his family. Winne the Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, and Tigger venture from Hundred Acre Wood into London to turn his life around. from IMDb2DUX2, Rated PG: This program is primarily intended for adult audiences. Children who can sit quitely for the duration are welcome: 1hour, 44 minsThe first 100 people will fit in the room.

Logan Auditorium - upper level

Special Needs Financial Planning- Braintree SEPAC

James Bush has been advising clients on complex financial, business and life matters for over 35 years. Families who have a child with special needs face a unique set of expenses. Financial planning for special needs families is a must. Although the prospect of...More

James Bush has been advising clients on complex financial, business and life matters for over 35 years. Families who have a child with special needs face a unique set of expenses. Financial planning for special needs families is a must. Although the prospect of financial planning for the rest of a child’s life can seem difficult in the midst of all the everyday challenges, having a plan can provide a greater sense of security. Topics discussed will include making plans for medical expenses, caretaking, and preserving a child’s government benefits. Mr. Bush will provide an overview of the legal and financial needs families should address.WORKSHOPS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO ALL! *For Braintree Public Schools staff; sign up on smart.edu and see a SEPAC representative for Professional Development credit forms.RSVP not required. If you have any questions, please call Vicki Griffith (SEPAC) at(857) 939-1219 or via email at gikonyogriffith@yahoo.com

Logan Auditorium - upper level

Pajama Story Time for Children

Pajama Story Time for young children through age 5. Wearing pajamas or bringing a stuffed animal is encouraged! Elisabeth will present some stories and songs. Held in the beautiful, new Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Childrens Room

Block Playtime for Toddlers, Preschoolers

Blocks and DUPLOs will be set out at this weekly informal Play Time for toddlers and preschoolers to use, create with. Is a good opportunity for them to interact with other little ones, building social skills. Held on Fridays 10:00 am to noon, in the beautifully...More

Blocks and DUPLOs will be set out at this weekly informal Play Time for toddlers and preschoolers to use, create with. Is a good opportunity for them to interact with other little ones, building social skills. Held on Fridays 10:00 am to noon, in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed.

Childrens Room

Teen Knitters Club

Update: No one needs to bring their own yarn or knitting needles. We received a great donation from Braintree Elder Services.One Saturday per month, learn how to use knitting needles or your fingers and arms to create scarves or other bundly creations. Feel free to...More

Update: No one needs to bring their own yarn or knitting needles. We received a great donation from Braintree Elder Services.One Saturday per month, learn how to use knitting needles or your fingers and arms to create scarves or other bundly creations. Feel free to bring your own yarn or knitting needles, some will be provided. This program meets in the Teen Room. Program for grades 6-12. Registration required, drop-ins welcome. Registration: http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/ekform.cfm?curOrg=THAYER&curID=352707

Teen Room - lower level

Nonfiction Book Club

This month's book is: The Woman's Hour: The Great Fight to Win the Vote by Elaine Weiss.“Weiss is a clear and genial guide with an ear for telling language … She also shows a superb sense of detail, and it’s the deliciousness of her details that suggests certain...More

This month's book is: The Woman's Hour: The Great Fight to Win the Vote by Elaine Weiss.“Weiss is a clear and genial guide with an ear for telling language … She also shows a superb sense of detail, and it’s the deliciousness of her details that suggests certain individuals warrant entire novels of their own… Weiss’s thoroughness is one of the book’s great strengths. So vividly had she depicted events that by the climactic vote (spoiler alert: The amendment was ratified!), I got goose bumps.”—Curtis Sittenfeld, The New York Times Book ReviewBook club books will be available for pick up at the circulation desk about one month before the discussion date and are due back on the night of the discussion.All readers are always welcome.

Conference Room B

Book Babies Infants - 23 months

Winter Book Babies with Elisabeth continues, for Infants - 23 months, and their siblings. It will be on Tuesdays this Winter. The little ones will hear some short stories, lots of songs and meet other little ones. Start their love of books and the library early, with...More

Winter Book Babies with Elisabeth continues, for Infants - 23 months, and their siblings. It will be on Tuesdays this Winter. The little ones will hear some short stories, lots of songs and meet other little ones. Start their love of books and the library early, with this fun program.Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Childrens Room

Storytime age 2 & 3

Winter Storytimes with Elisabeth continue. Children will hear some stories, sing some songs, do some movement and a craft. For ages 2 & 3 and their siblings.Offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.Held in the beautiful new Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Childrens Room

Storytime age 2 & 3

Winter Storytimes with Elisabeth continue. Children will hear some stories, sing some songs, do some movement and a craft. For ages 2 & 3 and their siblings.Offered at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.Held in the beautiful, new Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Childrens Room

Teen Tuesdays

Combination video games on the Xbox One and a chill space with comfy carpet squares or tables. You can even work on homework or ask another teen there to study with you. Meets in Logan AuditoriumIf you're a teen in grades 6-12, you might want to stop in to Logan! ...More

Combination video games on the Xbox One and a chill space with comfy carpet squares or tables. You can even work on homework or ask another teen there to study with you. Meets in Logan AuditoriumIf you're a teen in grades 6-12, you might want to stop in to Logan! Bring a friend, bring your snack, and drop by after school to play awesome games with cool people.This program will meet every week after school on Tuesdays.

Logan Auditorium - upper level

NAMI South Shore -- Social Security Benefits

NAMI South Shore presents a workshop on Social Securioty Benefits.

Logan Auditorium - upper level

Storytime for ages 3 - 5

Winter Storytime for ages 3 - 5 continue. Cathie will present some longer stories, songs, and do a craft. Best for ages 3- 5 and their siblings.Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.

Childrens Room

U Make It! Duct Tape Time age 8-11

DUCT Tape Craft TIme! Our new program for ages 8 - 11 "U Make It!" kicks off with a Duct tape project. Make a cool item. We'll show you how, and there will be a number of colors to use! Just for kids in grade 3 - 6.

Logan Auditorium - upper level