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Event Series Model Building

Virtual Model Building – Airfix airplane Starter Sets

Smith Hill Library - Online 31 Candace Street, Providence, RI, United States

Mr. Alan of Smith Hill Library looks at an Airfix Starter Set and a Gift Set. One is of the Supermarine Spitfire Mark Vc, and the other is a Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-3. Both are in 1/72 scale and come with paint and cement. https://youtu.be/Zp48NN0GAPQ

Story and Activity – Buddy the Butterfly: The Flight to Hope

Smith Hill Library - Children's Area 31 Candace Street, Providence, RI, United States

College student Emily Dunford presents a reading of her story, Buddy The Butterfly: The Flight to Hope. There will be a fun activity for kids following the reading. Emily says, “I wrote it as a way to explain hope to children in a way that they can understand as well as a story that is easy […]

Event Series Creative Play

Creative Play

Rochambeau Library - Children's Area 1 708 Hope Street, Providence, RI, United States

Creative Play is an open play for toddlers and their caregivers. Each week we get out a fun toy or plaything for collaborative play. Depending on the day/week you might see the blocks, sensory table, bug measuring, wind tunnel, rigamajig or more! No registration is necessary.

Event Series Storytime

Storytime

Rochambeau Library - Children's Area 1 708 Hope Street, Providence, RI, United States

Join us for storytime at the Rochambeau library! This is a weekly storytime that is open to kids of all ages and their caregivers. Each week we will read ~3 books and sing several songs. If the weather is nice we will meet on the back patio! This storytime begins promptly at 10:00 am and the exact […]

Event Series Tai Chi with Marcus Gardner

Tai Chi with Marcus Gardner

Rochambeau Library - Community Room 708 Hope Street, Providence, RI, United States

This class is taught by Marcus Gardner of the West Side Tai Chi Club. Tai Chi is a series of gentle physical exercises and stretches which promote serenity through movements connecting the mind and body. All ages and abilities are welcome! No registration needed. February 3 & 17 April 6, 13 & 27 May 4, 11 […]

Mini Makerz Art Studio (Ages 4 – 9)

Mt. Pleasant Library - Children’s Area 1 315 Academy Avenue, Providence, RI, United States

At Mini Makerz, children (ages 4 - 9 years old) engage in art making through material exploration, play, and storytelling. This program is FREE for children who attend preschool or public/charter elementary schools in Providence, Pawtucket, Woonsocket, or Central Falls! Space is limited and registration is required. To register please click here. Programming supported by: […]

Event Series Festum Teatro: Club Teatral

Fun Theater Games Club!

Knight Memorial Library - Auditorium Room 275 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, United States

Attention Knight Memorial Families!  Are you looking for a fun and educational activity for your kids? Then we invite you to sign them up for our theater club!  In our club, children will have the opportunity to develop their creativity, strengthen their self-confidence and work collaboratively while having fun with our most exciting theatrical games.  We will play with musical instruments, create our own masks and puppets, and all in a safe and welcoming environment. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! Registration is open and classes start Saturday, April 13th at Knight Memorial Library.  For more information, contact Christina Kuy at ckuy@clpvd.org or […]

Makerspace Open Studio for Adults

Mt. Pleasant Library - MakerSpace 315 Academy Avenue, Providence, RI, United States

Do you have your own creative project in mind?  We have makerspace equipment that might be useful!  We offer access to Silhouette and Cricut cutting machines, sewing machines, sublimation printing, an Epilog laser cutter, Wacom drawing tablets, and heat presses for fabric and mugs. To participate, simply follow these steps: 1. First, we encourage you to request a […]