Get ready to VOTE for the upcoming elections: registration and info!
Computers are off all day long, lighting is dimmed, we ask caregivers to keep phones away.
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.
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 from September 11 to October 23, not including Monday holidays.
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 […]
Join Ms. Karen and her ukulele for a musical experience right after Ms. Toni's Story Time!!
No experience is needed. For tweens & teens ages 10+ welcome. All are encouraged to bring their own cards to play. For more info, contact Benny at bnguyen@clpvd.org.
Kids! Learn about different artists and try your hand at a variety of artistic styles. This program is in-person, with virtual options available.
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!
An afternoon delight with Michelle, crocheting and creating everything from blankets and scarves to hats and sweaters. If you're looking for fun, crochet may be the perfect activity for you!
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, a Glowforge 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 training […]
The Friends of Rochambeau meet on the first Monday of the month (second Tuesday if the first is a holiday, no meeting during Friends Book Sale) to discuss ways to support the Library. Open to the public. Contact friend@friendsofrochambeau for more information or to join the Friends. http://friendsofrochambeau.org/
In this four-part workshop (October 2, 16, 23, and 30), learn different weaving techniques such as plain weave and tapestry. Materials provided: no experience necessary. Space is limited, so please register at khaines@clpvd.org or speak with Kristen at the library.
Learn how to access free online practice tests, study guides, and tutorials to help you improve your score! Meetings will be held via Google Meet. To register, email rocadults@clpvd.org
Are you interested in getting first-hand experience growing a meadow with native plants? Volunteer with us at the Davis Park Community Garden! Together we will continue the transformation of what was once a hillside lawn into beautiful garden habitat. This project is a collaboration between URI Master Gardeners, Davis Park Community Garden and Mt. Pleasant […]
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 […]
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, Brother digital sewing machines, sublimation printing, and heat presses for fabric and mugs. To participate, simply follow these steps: 1. First, we encourage you to request a training or attend a class […]
Join us for storytime at the Wanskuck 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. This storytime begins at 10:15 am and the exact length of this will depend on the age and attention span […]
A FREE 10-week program for children ages 0-5 and their parents & caregivers. Sing, dance, play instruments, and have fun! Join Ms. Karen and her ukulele for a musical experience for children and their grown-ups on Tuesday mornings from September 19 to November 28 (***not including November 21). Un programa GRATIS de 10 semanas para […]
A bilingual program for kids of all ages and their families! Come enjoy stories, songs, and games in English and Spanish with Ms. Kaia. ¡Un programa bilingüe para niños de todas las edades y sus familias! Vengan a disfrutar de cuentos, canciones, y juegos en español e inglés con Ms. Kaia.
The Yiddish Book Center’s “Stories of Exile” is a reading and discussion program designed to engage teens and adults in thinking about experiences of displacement, migration, and diaspora. Using Yiddish literature as a portal, the “Stories of Exile” Book Group at Rochambeau Library features works in translation that explore narratives which address the notions of […]
RULE stands for Respect, Understanding, Leadership, and Empathy. Join Ms. Denise and Friend of the Library, Ms. Nella for this inclusive youth empowerment program.
Let's laugh and play with friends! Come and join the Video Game Community Club for a fun hour of video games and be the champion of games. For tweens & teens ages 10+. For more info, contact Benny at bnguyen@clpvd.org.
Get a hands-on Hispanic Heritage Month experience. Come on in and create!! We will tap into the various Latin American and Spanish art and craft traditions to create our own unique pieces. Join the fun! All ages.
A weekly STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) program for school-age kids! Join us every Tuesday for a different project, challenge, or experiment to have fun and learn something new.
Join us for Paint the Afternoon! The library supplies paint, brushes, canvases, all you need to bring is your creativity! Ages 12+, no registration required.
Kids! Join performing and visual artist Cathren Housley as she leads youth in writing a play, and creating all the props and costumes. The final session will be a performance! This activity is made possible in part by a grant from the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts, through an appropriation by the Rhode […]
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 […]
Learn the basics of operating a Brother digital sewing machine, including threading the machine, loading a bobbin, and doing sample stitches. Space is limited, so please register with Garrett at glocke@clpvd.org.
Please join us on the first Monday of each month for our Friends Group meeting! Dues are a one-time contribution of $5 (or more if you like!).
Please join us as we welcome Francine Jackson, Staff Astronomer at Brown University, and learn more about the scientific phenomena of solar eclipses.
Please join us for a monthly discussion of the most infamous true crime cases, as well as the ethics behind armchair investigators and why some cases garner national attention while others slip through the cracks. Novices and know-it-alls are welcome! No prior reading or research is required, but feel free to share insight and evidence […]
The seniors will participate in different activities and games that will help them exercise their mental and memory skills, fine motor skills and cognitive stimulation, improving their quality of life. Writing, narration, and creative illustrations will also be included.
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 […]
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, a Glowforge 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 training or […]
Join this free language development and school readiness program for parents/caregivers and their children ages 0 to 3 1/2 years. This playgroup meets for ten weeks and includes playtime, stories, music, and free books. For more information and to sign up, call or email Patricia Castillo at (401) 660-5589 or pcastillo@federalhillhouse.org. Participe en este programa gratis del desarrollo […]
Join 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 reminders and cancelation notices.
Join this free language development and school readiness program for parents/caregivers and their children ages 0 to 3 1/2 years. This playgroup meets for ten weeks and includes playtime, stories, music, and free books. For more information and to sign up, call or email Patricia Castillo at (401) 660-5589 or pcastillo@federalhillhouse.org. Participe en este programa gratis del desarrollo […]
Each month we read and discuss a collection of short stories. We meet on the first Wednesday of every month at 1:30pm. Join us! WHAT WE'RE READING November - Tenth of December by George Saunders December - Skeleton Crew by Stephen King January - Zero-Sum by Joyce Carol Oates Copies of the current selection are […]
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.
Take a practice test, discuss the answers, and learn about free online resources to help you improve your score! To register, email rocadults@clpvd.org
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.
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.
INSPIRE is the first step to business ownership. This four session idea stage business program is designed for those who aspire to become an innovator, entrepreneur or business owner, but are unsure where to begin. WHO SHOULD APPLY? Aspiring business owners who: Have a dream to own your business Are new to entrepreneurship Have a business idea […]
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 […]
A PRONK! + MOONCRAFT by k. funmilayo aileru collaboration! Mt. Pleasant Community Library is hosting a FREE Indigenous-led Intercultural Beading Circle workshop on Wednesday, Oct. 4th, from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM. Participants will be shown basic seeding beading techniques. We encourage participants to explore beading traditions within their own cultural communities. Children are welcome; […]
Do you like scary stories? Do you like writing them? In this four-week course for adults, writers of all levels are invited to get in touch with their dark side. During the course, there will be a variety of horror reading assignments in various sub-genres of horror. Writers will be encouraged to delve into what […]
Learn the basics of operating a Brother digital sewing machine, including threading the machine, loading a bobbin, doing sample stitches, and beginning a simple project. Space is limited, so please register with Sochan at ssok@clpvd.org.
Experiment with different drawing techniques, games, and mediums! Drop-ins are welcome; email khaines@clpvd.org with any questions.
It's messy; it's fun; it's art! Join us for a fun paper marbling craft. We will use food coloring and shaving foam, so dress appropriately.
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 […]
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 […]
A free program for children ages 2-5 and their parents & caregivers. Come and listen to fun stories, learn and sing bilingual songs and connect with other parents & caregivers! A fun time for the whole family! Light snacks will be served.
Join Ms. Karen and her ukulele for a musical experience for children (ages 0-5) and their grown-ups!
Sing, dance, play instruments, and have fun!
Join us in the children's room for a fun easy craft for your little one. Together with librarian Taylor, children up to age 6 are welcome to get creative and maybe a little messy.
Thursdays October 5: Iceland October 12: Costa Rica October 26: New York City Monday October 30: South Africa
Update - We will starting September 11th! Mondays & Thursdays from 3:00 - 5:00 PM Stop by for one-on-one help with reading, basic math & more! No registration is necessary and first come first served. For more info, email rocyouth@clpvd.org.
Homework help is available for children of all ages in the teen area. Registration is required. For more info, contact Melissa at 401-467-2625 or email mrivera@clpvd.org.
School-age children are invited to join us for a fun-filled hour of either exploring with arts, learning art techniques, crafts, and more! Registration is required. For more info, contact Melissa at (401) 467-2625 or email mrivera@clpvd.org.
Get a hands-on Hispanic Heritage Month experience. Come on in and create!! We will tap into the various Latin American and Spanish art and craft traditions to create our own unique pieces. Join the fun! All ages.
Hey kids! Come, discuss, and debate various topics happening at school, in your neighborhood, across RI, and around the country and world.
Join us every Thursday for our board game club with Mr. Sochan! Open to all ages and experience levels!
Do you have your own creative project in mind? We have makerspace equipment that might be useful! We offer access to Silhouette cutting machines, Brother digital sewing machines, sublimation printing, Wacom drawing tablets, and heat presses for fabric and mugs. To participate, simply follow these steps: 1. First, we encourage you to request a training or attend a […]
Every Thursday, 5:30-6:30 pm, The purpose of this group is to give you the tools to manage your mental/physical health and find support. It will also give you the opportunity to learn a better way of expressing yourself.
Come knit with us! Every Thursday night at 5:30pm, join our lovely instructor Simone for knitting, conversation and fun! Materials provided. All experience levels welcome! For more information, email or call Amy Rosa, arosa@clpvd.org or 401-781-3136
The Community Support Circle for Pregnancy and Postpartum offers free pregnancy and postpartum peer support. Facilitated by Certified Perinatal Doulas (CPDs), the Circle provides new and expecting parents childbirth education, community-building, and resource-sharing. We meet bi-monthly (twice a month) at the Wanskuck Library location, with each semester alternating focus on pregnancy or postpartum. Fall […]
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 […]
Join Sam as we learn and play chess! For ages 8+. All experience levels welcome. Check out Sam's Tips and Tricks on our YouTube page!
Join us for our monthly Coloring Club for Relaxation this evening and discover the stress-relieving benefits of coloring! Ms. Amy will provide soothing music and show you how to make your own coloring sheet if you don't have one. Any coloring implements can be used: markers, crayons, colored pencils, highlighters-- get creative! Drop-in anytime in […]
Drop by the library and create your own monster as part of our Collaborative Community Art Project. Supplies are available on Fridays and Saturdays and no registration is necessary.
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, a Glowforge laser cutter, Wacom drawing tablets, a button/pin maker, and heat presses for fabric and mugs. To participate, simply follow these steps: 1. First, we encourage […]
Share a bit about what you've been reading over the past month and hear about what others are reading, too. It's a great way to learn about books you haven't encountered and gives you a chance to express your thoughts on your own reading. Come prepared to speak briefly about 2 or 3 titles you've […]
Homework help is available for children of all ages in the teen area. Registration is required. For more info, contact Melissa at 401-467-2625 or email mrivera@clpvd.org.
Drop in for a cup of coffee from our Keurig (or bring your own!) and relax while you color!
Celebrate your right to read by playing Banned Books Bingo to win candy and other prizes! For ages 10+. For more info, contact Melissa at (401) 467-2625 or email: mrivera@clpvd.org.
Design and create your own puppet in this four-week workshop series with Cathren Housley! Materials will be provided but you are more than welcome to bring any of your own recycled pieces that speak to you. Recommended for children and teens ages 8+.
Welcome to the 100th Model Building video! Here, Mr. Alan looks at the 8 wheeled SdKfz 232 heavy armored car. This armored car served with the German armored forces in the early part of WW2. This car was built both as a radio command car and a combat vehicle - but didn't excel in either […]
Calling all walkers! Be part of this first-time initiative to increase awareness of brain health in our community. Walkers will meet at Lippitt Park, 1015 Hope St. in Providence at 9 am on Saturday, October 7 and walk the length of Blackstone Blvd. and back at their own speed. The walk is sponsored by the […]
I am studying for the MCAT and doing practice tests until I feel ready to take the test. The practice exam mimics the actual exam which is a 7 hours exam plus 30 minutes break. I am not sure if I can have the room for that long.
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.
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. No experience needed. Meets September 16; October 21; November 18; and December 2 & 16.
Older Adults people who are in charge to take care of someone's life (spouse, grandkids, daughter/son, siblings, neighbor, friend, etc) are welcome to join this supporting group. This activity is only in Spanish. Participants can relate with peers by sharing their stories, tips, information, knowledge and comments. Is free and open to those who qualify. […]
Drop by the library and create your own monster as part of our Collaborative Community Art Project. Supplies are available on Fridays and Saturdays and no registration is necessary.