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Rochambeau Library - Children's Area 1 708 Hope Street, ProvidenceComputers are off all day long, lighting is dimmed, we ask caregivers to keep phones away.
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Chair Yoga
Rochambeau Library - Community Room 708 Hope Street, ProvidenceAt a new time starting May 8: 10- 11 am Chair Yoga makes yoga truly accessible for Every Body! In a Chair Yoga class you'll get all of the physical […]
All Abilities Arts & Crafts for Adults
Mt. Pleasant Library - MakerSpace 315 Academy Avenue, ProvidenceThis program is designed for adults with developmental disabilities. All abilities are welcome! There are limited spots available. Registration is required. Please register through Eventbrite for each date you plan […]
Outdoor Play
Rochambeau Library - Community Room 708 Hope Street, ProvidenceJoin us after story time for an hour of outdoor play in our garden space. We will have toys, bubbles, and music makers. In case of rain we will […]
THE Readmobile @ Billy Taylor Park
Billy Taylor Park 124 Camp Street,, ProvidenceOn WEDNESDAYS, come see us at : Billy Taylor Park, 124 Camp Street,, for books, games & fun activities! Readmobile in Providence neighborhoods full summer schedule. July 8 - August 23: Monday - Friday, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Weather permitting. MONDAYS: Camden Avenue Park, 64 Camden Avenue TUESDAYS: Bucklin Park, 109 Bucklin Street WEDNESDAYS: Billy Taylor […]
MahJong Club
Rochambeau Library - Community Room 708 Hope Street, ProvidenceJoin the friendly group of players who meet weekly in the Library. Beginners welcome! No registration needed but leave your name at Reference or send an email to receive weekly […]
Chronicles of Yarnia
Fox Point Library - Main Area 90 Ives Street, ProvidenceGet hooked on Fox Point Library's crochet club. Join us to chat, exchange ideas, and work on your current creation. Want to learn to crochet, or need help with a […]
Ray Ward: Bwana Iguana Reptile Adventure!
Olneyville Library - Main Area 2 1 Olneyville Square, ProvidenceRay Ward: Bwana Iguana Reptile Adventure! A fast-paced, hands on show that brings the audience into the mysterious world of reptiles. Fun & educational for ALL! Families welcome. Wednesday July […]
Sankofa World Market
Knight Memorial Library - Outside 1 275 Elmwood Avenue, ProvidenceSankofa World Market (WEHDC’s farmer’s market) is a weekly celebration of food, community and culture. Shoppers at Sankofa World Market can use their SNAP/EBT and WIC to purchase fresh produce. […]
Youth Makerspace Studio
Wanskuck Library - MakerSpace 233 Veazie Street, ProvidenceAttention young makers! Come learn about using different tools for creative projects, including vinyl cutting, sewing, 3D design, laser cutting, coding robots, and more. (recommended for ages 10+)
Summer Reading Book Club
Smith Hill Library - Children's Area 31 Candace Street, ProvidenceCome and read The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead and Wendy Maas. Free copies for you to keep will be provided. Contact Jennifer with questions: (401) 272-4140 / jromans@clpvd.org
After School Clubs!
Rochambeau Library - Children's Area 1 708 Hope Street, ProvidenceJoin us Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday for our after school club activities! Tuesday - Lego Club. Build and play with Legos. Wednesday - Coloring Club. Enjoy a relaxing activity on […]
Create with the Maker Cart
Fox Point Library - Children’s Area 90 Ives Street, ProvidencePop in on Wednesday evenings to explore our Maker Cart and make whatever you would like! Children of all ages are welcome.
Bilingual Homework Help
Smith Hill Library - Children's Area 31 Candace Street, ProvidenceHomework Help and tutoring in English & Spanish by college students - Wednesdays & Thursdays 3:00-5:30PM. Ayuda con las tareas en ingles y español miércoles y jueves 15:00-17:30.
Wii Wednesday!
Washington Park Library - Children’s Area 1316 Broad Street, ProvidenceJoin us for some Wii fun! Every other Wednesday after school come play Wii games with us. Challenge your library friends to some Mario Kart, Smash Bros, Just Dance and […]
Art Workshop
South Providence Library - Children's Area 441 Prairie Avenue, ProvidenceArt Workshop Art can help you develop your creativity, critical thinking skills, and social interactions. All are welcome!!
“Mamas Latinas’ Club”
Knight Memorial Library - Conference Room 275 Elmwood Avenue, Providence
Summer ESOL classes
Mt. Pleasant Library - Community Room 315 Academy Avenue, ProvidenceIn person ESOL classes continues at Community Libraries of Providence this Summer 2024 FREE & IN PERSON Starting in July 15th to August 21st we are starting a new beginners class at Mount Pleasant Library on Mondays & Wednesday from 10:00 - 11:30am. All the interested ones are required to fill out an interest form […]
Button Making! (Ages 4+)
Mt. Pleasant Library - Children’s Area 1 315 Academy Avenue, ProvidenceHave you ever wanted to create your own buttons, but weren’t sure how? You can learn at the library by trying out the button making machines!
Flower Pressing & Decoupage Workshop
Mt. Pleasant Library 315 Academy Avenue, ProvidenceIn this workshop for adults, we will press and dry flowers in minutes with our microwave flower press! We will have a selection of plants & flowers to choose from. […]
Knowing Africa – A three-part discussion series
Smith Hill Library - Adult Area 31 Candace Street, ProvidenceJoin presenter AbuBakar Bamijoko for a three-part series of discussions about Africa. Topics will include education, food, and culture. About the presenter: Abu Lo left the US as Forrest Logan […]
Spanish Book Club
Knight Memorial Library - Conference Room 275 Elmwood Avenue, ProvidenceThe Book of the Month is "La muerte de Artemio Cruz" by Carlos Fuentes. Leeremos el libro “La muerte de Artemio Cruz”, escrito por: Carlos Fuentes. Estás charlas o pláticas […]