Get ready to VOTE for the upcoming elections: registration and info!
Stop by Fox Point Library anytime on Mondays for the weekly summer reading challenge! Complete the weekly challenge for a prize! Kids of all ages are welcome!
Computers are off all day long, lighting is dimmed, we ask caregivers to keep phones away.
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, and heat presses for fabric and mugs. If you completed one of our tufting workshops, you're welcome to use our tufting […]
This storytime features stories, songs, and fingerplay for children and their parents/caregivers! Open playtime will occur after storytime! This seven—week session will run on Mondays from July 8th—August 19th, not including Monday holidays.
Join us for a Story Time Every Monday this summer July 8th-August 25th 11:00-12:00am
On MONDAYS, come see us at Camden Avenue Park, 64 Camden Avenue, for books, games & fun activities! Readmobile in Providence neighborhoods full summer schedule. July 8 - August 23: Monday - Friday, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Weather permitting. MONDAYS: Camden Avenue Park, 64 Camden Avenue TUESDAYS: Bucklin Park, 109 Bucklin Street Tuesdays WEDNESDAYS: […]
Learn about Different Artists and try your hand at using different materials and making your own art.
Cathren Housley will be back for 3 additional sessions! Join her at Smith Hill Library on Mondays, July 22, July 29, and August 5 from 2-3:30 pm. Join Cathren Housley at Smith Hill Library for Imagination Takes Flight, a large scale painting project for youth!
Join us for a paddle fun time! School age children and teens are invited to play and compete on the front lawn in our first ever sport like “Pickleball”. This sport has been rapidly growing in popularity, and now’s your opportunity to give it a try! For more info or to register, email mrivera@clpvd.org.
Button making, painting, ozobots... Join the library each week to create and tinker with something different! All ages. No registration required.
Come help us write our community newspaper! Join our youth in writing about your favorite books, what's happening in your neighborhood, and our collective dreams for the future. Writing not your thing? All good newspapers need a comics section! This activity is aimed at school aged participants, but younger children can join with the support […]
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!
Every Monday from 4:30-5:30 Do you have a child who's into nature? Join us every Monday at the Rochambeau chapter of Wild Lives' Nature Club, where children of all ages are invited to share their observations and stories from the natural world, learn new ways to observe and understand nature, and join a reading of […]
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 […]
In person ESOL classes continues at Community Libraries of Providence this Summer 2024 FREE & IN PERSON Starting in July 15th to August 21st we are opening a new beginners class at Mount Pleasant Library on Mondays & Wednesday from 10:00 - 11:30am. All the interested ones are required to fill out an interest form […]
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 […]
This special story time will feature books, songs, dancing, and bubbles! After the story time, your child will be able to participate in a craft or activity that aids in the development of fine motor skills and foster creativity! This program is suitable for toddlers ages 1-4 and their grownups, but children of all ages […]
***Now starting at 10:30 am!*** 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. […]
Join us for sensory-friendly storytime designed for children of all abilities! It involves stories, songs, movement, and therapeutic play. All participants will have access to fidget toys, visuals, and other supports throughout the program. This eight—week session will run on Tuesdays from July 9th—August 27th.
Join us for an Introduction to Canva workshop where you will create your own graphic flyer (8.5x11 inches)! We will go step-by-step through the features and tools that the free version of Canva has to offer. Ages 14+. Registration is required. Visit the link below to register. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-canva-tickets-952848805427
On TUESDAYS, come see us at Bucklin Park, 109 Bucklin Street, for books, games & fun activities! Readmobile in Providence neighborhoods full summer schedule. July 8 - August 23: Monday - Friday, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Weather permitting. MONDAYS: Camden Avenue Park, 64 Camden Avenue TUESDAYS: Bucklin Park, 109 Bucklin Street WEDNESDAYS: Billy Taylor […]
Are you looking for your family's roots? Gather with other genealogy buffs and beginners to make use of the Library's new subscription to Ancestry.com Library Edition. There will be a staff member available to help you navigate the website and offer guidance on how to build your family tree. Bring your own laptop or use […]
Join us on Tuesday afternoons this summer for arts and crafts! We will provide materials and a general weekly theme (paper crafts, beads and string, painting, etc.) ¡Visítanos los martes por la tarde este verano para hacer manualidades! Tendremos todos los materiales y un tema general para la semana.
Come learn how to sew a beanbag and play games with your finished product! Please email amaziarz@clpvd.org to register.
CRAFTERNOONS! Tardes Artesenales! Stop in and make a craft w/ Ms. Toni/ Visítanos y haz una manualidad con la Sra. Toni. Every Tuesday/ Cada Martes 3:00-4:00pm Par mas informacion habla con Toni /For more information please call Toni (401)421-4084 x4302
Join us Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday for our after school club activities! Tuesday - Lego Club. Build and play with Legos. Wednesday - Coloring Club. Enjoy a relaxing activity on our low-tech day. Thursday - Maker Cart. Use our supplies to create something right out of your own imagination.
Kids! Hear stories about different kinds of buildings and use of all the library’s different building supplies (Legos, Tinker Toys, Lincoln Logs, and more) to make your own structures.
Get your game on, Play Scrabble with us! Compete with other Teens and Adults Great way to make enemies;) Every Tuesday 4:00-5:00pm
Do you have a child who's into nature? Join us every Tuesday at the Wanskuck chapter of Wild Lives' Nature Club, where children of all ages are invited to share their observations and stories from the natural world, learn new ways to observe and understand nature, and join a reading of a nature-oriented book.
Beginner ESOL FREE & IN PERSON at Rochambeau Library Registration is required. To register or for more information, call (401) 467-2700 x1608.
ESOL classes continues at Community Libraries of Providence this Summer 2024 FREE & IN PERSON A new beginners ESOL class will meet this summer at Rochambeau Library, July 16- August 22 on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:30-7:00pm. Please fill out an interest form and come to South Providence Library at 5:30pm for an in-person assessment […]
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!).
This event will consist of a public meeting on behalf of Rhode Island Recycled Metals per request by the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management to provide the public with updated information regarding the environmental site investigations and the public involvement plan occurring at Rhode Island Recycled Metals.
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 […]
At a new time starting May 8: 10- 11 am Chair Yoga makes yoga truly accessible for Every Body! In a Chair Yoga class you'll get all of the physical and mental health benefits of other types of yoga, but the poses are modified and done in a chair or standing with a chair for […]
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 […]
On WEDNESDAYS, come see us at : Billy Taylor Park, 124 Camp Street,, for books, games & fun activities! Readmobile in Providence neighborhoods full summer schedule. July 8 - August 23: Monday - Friday, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Weather permitting. MONDAYS: Camden Avenue Park, 64 Camden Avenue TUESDAYS: Bucklin Park, 109 Bucklin Street WEDNESDAYS: Billy Taylor […]
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.
We meet on the first Wednesday of every month at 1:30pm. Copies of the current selection are available at Mt. Pleasant Library. New members are always welcome!
Sankofa World Market (WEHDC’s farmer’s market) is a weekly celebration of food, community and culture. Shoppers at Sankofa World Market can use their SNAP/EBT and WIC to purchase fresh produce. Every Wednesday from June 19th - October 30th, from 2:00pm-6:00pm
Get hooked on Fox Point Library's crochet club. Join us to chat, exchange ideas, and work on your current creation. Want to learn to crochet, or need help with a project? Our clerk and crochet expert, Donna will be there to help.
Get your Song on! Join us for KARAOKE!!! All Summer! Ages 6-12 Every Wednesday: 2:00-4:30pm For more details email: agarcia@clpvd.org or call (401)421-4084x4302
A Makerspace Program for Youth Kids! Learn to code for Ozobot Robots! Create landscapes for the robots to traverse and write stories for the robots to enact.
Come and join us in creating your own art with chalk! We’ll meet on the front lawn and use vibrant chalk colors to make a fun and exciting work of arts for all to see. For children of all ages!
Come and read The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead and Wendy Maas. Free copies for you to keep will be provided. Contact Jennifer with questions: (401) 272-4140 / jromans@clpvd.org
Join us Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday for our after school club activities! Tuesday - Lego Club. Build and play with Legos. Wednesday - Coloring Club. Enjoy a relaxing activity on our low-tech day. Thursday - Maker Cart. Use our supplies to create something right out of your own imagination.
Homework Help and tutoring in English & Spanish by college students - Wednesdays & Thursdays 3:00-5:30PM. Ayuda con las tareas en ingles y español miércoles y jueves 15:00-17:30.
Pop in on Wednesday evenings to explore our Maker Cart and make whatever you would like! Children of all ages are welcome.
Join us for some Wii fun! Every other 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.
Let's paint a real picture or do some craft. You and your child will feel like an artist. Join us every Wednesday.
Are you up to date with all of your recommended routine vaccinations? Join Clinica Esperanza/Hope Clinic (CEHC) to get common routine vaccinations like Hep B, TDAP, MMR, and Pneumococcal for free! You must be 18 or older to participate. Bringing previous vaccine records is recommended, but not required. The clinic is free and open to […]
In person ESOL classes continues at Community Libraries of Providence this Summer 2024 FREE & IN PERSON Starting in July 15th to August 21st we are opening a new beginners class at Mount Pleasant Library on Mondays & Wednesday from 10:00 - 11:30am. All the interested ones are required to fill out an interest form […]
Have fun practicing Latin rhythms: salsa, bachata and merengue, with the Columbian and international professional dancer Adriana Londono. Diviértete practicando ritmos latinos: salsa, bachata y merengue, con la bailarina profesional Colombiana e internacional Adriana Londoño. Registration / registracion 401-467-2700 x 1608
In this workshop for adults, we will press and dry flowers in minutes with our microwave flower press! We will have a selection of plants & flowers to choose from. You are encouraged to bring your own specimens to press as well. Then we will decorate a canvas with the pressed flowers. Space is limited. […]
This is a closed meeting of the Work Opportunities Unlimited program.
Pre-school aged crafts the second Thursday of the month, every month! Supplies are limited depending on craft. No registration required!
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.
Please join us on Thursday mornings from 10:30-11 for storytime! We will read 2-3 books and sing some songs! Children and their caregivers welcome.
On THURSDAYS, come see us at Harriet & Sayles Park, 70 Harriet Street for books, games & fun activities! Readmobile in Providence neighborhoods full summer schedule. July 8 - August 23: Monday - Friday, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Weather permitting. MONDAYS: Camden Avenue Park, 64 Camden Avenue TUESDAYS: Bucklin Park, 109 Bucklin Street WEDNESDAYS: […]
Stop by to make sure your summer reading is logged in Beanstack so you can earn raffle tickets before the weekly drawings on Fridays!
Learn to design your own character in 3D using Tinkercad! Students will have the chance to print one design on the 3D printer. Please email khaines@clpvd.org to register or with any questions. *Please note that you might have to come back to the library on a different day to pick up your printed design*
Join us Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday for our after school club activities! Tuesday - Lego Club. Build and play with Legos. Wednesday - Coloring Club. Enjoy a relaxing activity on our low-tech day. Thursday - Maker Cart. Use our supplies to create something right out of your own imagination.
Homework Help and tutoring in English & Spanish by college students - Wednesdays & Thursdays 3:00-5:30PM. Ayuda con las tareas en ingles y español miércoles y jueves 15:00-17:30.
Let's discuss your favorite manga stories. For ages 10+. No registration required. For more info, contact Benny at 467-2625 or email: bnguyen@clpvd.org.
Stop on by and hang with the Black Nerd Book Club as they read, discuss, and play all things COMICS!!! Thursdays July 11th & August 8th 4:00-5:00pm All Ages Lite snacks provided Call or email kveronneau@clpvd.org (401)421-4084 x4301
Join us every Thursday for our board game club with Mr. Sochan! Open to all ages and experience levels!
In this program, we will learn how to turn everyday trash into art! This program is perfect for children 5+ and their adults. Registration is encouraged, but not required. While supplies last. Contact ckuy@clpvd.org for more info.
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 […]
ESOL classes continues at Community Libraries of Providence this Summer 2024 FREE & IN PERSON A new beginners ESOL class will meet this summer at Rochambeau Library, July 16- August 22 on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:30-7:00pm. Please fill out an interest form and come to South Providence Library at 5:30pm for an in-person assessment […]
“FabriCollage” Information Session Presented by the Artists Loop August 8th 2024 5:30 PM Join us for an information session to explore ideas for creating your own “FabriCollage” artwork to submit for the upcoming exhibition. Bring your collage in progress as well as photographs and fabric with special meaning you plan to include in your mixed […]
Join local Providence artist and instructor, Tina Meetran, in exploring watercolor! In this watercolor florals class for adults, you will learn the basics of how to paint with watercolor and paint a beautiful floral bouquet! You will learn skills such as balancing water and color pigment to get your desired effect, using pressure to paint […]
Drop in on the second Thursday of the month at 6 pm for our newest book group led by Jack, one of Rochambeau Library's multi-talented staff members. Below is a list of books to be read and discussed. September House / Carissa Orlando Into the drowning deep / Mira Grant Invisible cities / Italo Calvino […]
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!
On FRIDAY, come see us at FRIDAYS aty Fargnoli Park, 945 Smith Street for books, games & fun activities! Readmobile in Providence neighborhoods full summer schedule. July 8 - August […]
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 […]
We'll provide the stuff, you bring the creativity! This is a fun, relaxing way to start your summer weekends, every Friday through August from 2- 4 pm. If you have […]
Stop on in for some Games, Challenges and outdoor fun! Every Friday: 2:00-4:30pm For more details email: agarcia@clpvd.org or call (401)421-4084x4302
Join us in the teen area to make friendship bracelets! All materials will be provided. You can make a bracelet for yourself or for someone special in your life. You […]
Kids and Teens! Join us as we build plastic model soldiers, airplanes, cars, tanks and more! Registration recommended, as supplies are limited! Únase a nosotros mientras construimos soldados modelo de plástico, ¡aviones, autos, tanques y más!
Join us for a FREE after-school movie! Rated PG. Snacks provided too! Recommended for children ages 8 and up.
Free Chess Classes Remember that there are several benefits to playing chess: improve memory, increase your creativity, concentration... and more. Everyone is welcome!!!
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 […]