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Events
Creative Play
Rochambeau Library - Children's Area 1 708 Hope Street, Providence, RI, United StatesCreative 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.
Storytime
Rochambeau Library - Children's Area 1 708 Hope Street, Providence, RI, United StatesJoin 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 […]
Martial Arts for Kids (Ages 5+)
Mt. Pleasant Library - Children’s Area 1 315 Academy Avenue, Providence, RI, United StatesJoin our volunteer martial arts instructor to learn some defensive moves! (Participants typically remove their shoes, so please wear comfortable socks.)
¡Club Teatral! (Theater Club!) [Ages 4+]
Mt. Pleasant Library - Children’s Area 1 315 Academy Avenue, Providence, RI, United StatesAttention Mount Pleasant 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, February 17 at Mount Pleasant Community Library. ¡Atención familias de Mount Pleasant! ¿Están buscando […]
DIY Comics! Ages 8-14
Rochambeau Library - Children's Area 1 708 Hope Street, Providence, RI, United StatesJoin local artist and comic Cathy G. Johnson in a DIY comic workshop on Saturday March 30th 2:00 PM! Ages 8-14. Registration is encouraged: rocyouth@clvpd.org
Makerspace Open Studio for Adults
Mt. Pleasant Library - MakerSpace 315 Academy Avenue, Providence, RI, United StatesDo 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 […]
Mindfulness Meditation
Rochambeau Library - Community Room 708 Hope Street, Providence, RI, United StatesEver wonder what mindfulness meditation is all about? Would you like more calm, peacefulness and joy in your life? Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation class will help you become more aware and […]
Family Storytime! (Ages 0—5)
Mt. Pleasant Library - Children’s Area 1 315 Academy Avenue, Providence, RI, United StatesThis storytime features stories, songs, and fingerplay for children and their parents/caregivers! Open playtime will occur after storytime! This eight—week session will run on Mondays from March 11th—April 29th. […]
Youth Makerspace Studio
Wanskuck Library - MakerSpace 233 Veazie Street, Providence, RI, United StatesAttention 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+)
The Start of Art: Drawing for Kids
Smith Hill Library - Children's Area 31 Candace Street, Providence, RI, United StatesPlease join artist Cathren Housley for a 10 week drawing program for youth! Come when school gets out! This program is in-person with a virtual option. Grab and Go Bags are […]
Move It Mondays!
Washington Park Library - Outside 1316 Broad Street, Providence, RI, United StatesDue to the ever changing weather, we are MOVING our Monday program from Pickleball to MOVE IT MONDAYS! Some weeks, it may still be pickleball, others it may be indoor dancing, yoga, jumping jacks, who knows?!? Join us every week to find out what's in store for you!