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Event Series Wii Wednesday!

Wii Wednesday!

Washington Park Library - Children’s Area 1316 Broad Street, Providence, RI, United States

Join us for some Wii fun! Every Wednesday, after school come play Wii games with us. Challenge your library friends to some Mario Kart, Smash Bros, Just Dance and more! Open to ages 8 and up. Any questions? Reach out to Ms. Kaia.

Event Series Imagination Takes Flight

Imagination Takes Flight

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

Have you ever seen a dream fly? With art, anything is possible. Join artist Cathren Housley for this eye opening and empowering workshop. This workshop series is made possible by the RI State Council on the Arts.

Comedy Club

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

Kids! Need a laugh? Come to the library’s comedy club and learn all the different styles of comedy. Practice jokes, Improv, and more. The final week, we will have a comedy show.  

Family Makerspace Activity: Painting Laser-Cut Autumn Decorations

Rochambeau Library - Studio 708 Hope Street, Providence, RI, United States

Drop by the library to assemble and paint some pre-cut wooden pieces to create some fun fall decorations!  Make a door decoration to greet the trick-or-treaters on Halloween, compose a pumpkin-themed wall hanging to make your living room feel cozier – it’s up to you!  Get creative and crafty using a bit of glue, acrylic […]

Book Chat

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

This is not a traditional book club where everyone reads the same book. Instead you come prepared to share your thoughts about books you've read in the past month with other avid readers. A great way to hear about books and authors you haven't encountered, while enjoying some tasty snacks!  

Spanish Book Club / El Club de Lectura en Español

Knight Memorial Library 275 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, United States

The Adult Services at the Knight Memorial Library, is currently reading Crónica de una muerte anunciada, by Gabriel García Márquez. Come and join us every Wednesday from 6:00-7:00 p.m. To charlar about una historia apasionante que se desarrolló en un pueblo colombiano. Place a copy on hold! This discussion is Free and open to the […]

Banned Book Club

Olneyville Library - Community Room 1 Olneyville Square, Providence, RI, United States

A new club for discussion, reading, and considering varied perspectives. We will look at reasoning behind a ban, historically, why books are banned and what this all means for today's society. Bring an open mind and a desire learn. Ages 15 and up 3rd Wednesday of every month 6:00-7:30pm Lite snacks and drinks provided Banned […]

Event Series Maker Workshop: Make Your Own Mask!

Maker Workshop: Make Your Own Mask!

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

In this two-part workshop (October 18 and 25), participants will build their own paper mache masks. The first week will focus on creating an armature and paper mache techniques, and the second week will focus on painting and adding decorative elements. RSVP with Kristen at khaines@clpvd.org.  All ages!

Event Series Acrylic Paint Pouring Open Studio

Acrylic Paint Pouring Open Studio

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

Adults are welcome to experiment with this fun method of abstract painting during open studio hours! Please reserve your spot through Eventbrite. Learn to create dazzling abstract art with acrylic pouring! Acrylic paint pouring is thought to have been created by Mexican artist David Siqueiros in the 1930s. Many artists throughout history, from Jackson Pollock […]

Meet the Artists: Fall Exhibition

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

Join the artists from our fall exhibition -- Tina Meetran, Ruth Holloway, Rafael Medina & Jared Holloway -- in conversation with Dhana Whiteing on Wednesday, October 18th at 6:30pm. Their works are on exhibit at Mt. Pleasant Library through November 30th. Get free tickets.

Event Series Providence Talks

Providence Talks

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

Join us for a free playgroup focused on language development and school readiness. Providence Talks Groups are designed for parents and their children ages 1 to 3.5 years old. The group of eight weeks includes fun activities, story time, playtime, music, activities and free books. For more information, and to sign up for this playgroup […]