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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 […]

Brain Fest: Interactive Workshop

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

Explore brain science through a fun interactive workshop! On Saturday, May 11th at 1:00 pm, join students from Roger Williams University to participate in a fun educational program all about the brain with BrainWavesRI. There will be activities for all ages and a chance to touch a real brain! Link to Brain Waves RI.

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 […]

Family Storytime! (Ages 0—5)

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

This storytime features stories, songs, and fingerplay for children and their parents/caregivers! Open playtime will occur after storytime! This six—week session will run on Mondays from May 13th—June 24th, not including Monday holidays.      

All Abilities Arts & Crafts for Adults

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

This 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 to attend. Adults with developmental disabilities should be escorted by a direct support professional or guardian. Librarians can not be held responsible for any program […]

Youth Makerspace Studio

Wanskuck Library - MakerSpace 233 Veazie Street, Providence, RI, United States

Attention 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+)

Event Series Art Works!

The Start of Art: Drawing for Kids

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

Please 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 available for those who can only participate virtually!  

Event Series Move It Mondays!

Move It Mondays!

Washington Park Library - Outside 1316 Broad Street, Providence, RI, United States

Due 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!