Events

Join us for a Story Time Every Monday this summer July 8th-August 25th 11:00-12:00am

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 […]

The Hope Clinic is setting up the mobile vaccine clinic at the Knight Memorial Library every Monday from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Free and open to the public. Adults (18+) No pre-registration is required! First come, first served Bringing previous vaccine records is recommended, but not required!

We are a book club that meets weekly to discuss history, science, literature, art, and other topics.

La Clínica Esperanza está ofreciendo Vacunas o productos de inmunización gratis. Lugar de vacunación en la Biblioteca Knight Memorial Library todos los lunes de 5:00 pm a 7:30 pm. Lo que necesita saber: Gratis y abierto al público Para adultos (18+) No se necesita registrar! por orden de llegada Se recomienda traer registro de vacunas […]

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 […]

Join others from the Rochambeau Community on weekly meanders around the neighborhood, chatting about houses, garden, trees, books etc.  Meets in front of the Library Tuesdays at 9:30 am. We walk for about an hour in good weather, half an hour in the winter.

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 […]

Join us after story time for an hour of outdoor play in our garden space. We will have toys, bubbles, and music makers.   In case of rain we will have creative play indoors.

***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. […]

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 […]

Come and get to know YOUR library staff! School age children & teens can participate in meeting the Knight staff for a chance to win a back to school gift basket. How do you enter... well, it’s very simple. Just interview any staff member and ask: 1) What is their name? 2) What do they […]

Join us Tuesday and Thursday for our after school club activities! Tuesday - Lego Club. Build and play with Legos. Thursday - Maker Cart. Use our supplies to create something right out of your own imagination.

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.

Create your own custom wares using our sublimation printer! Turn your own original drawings or photos into graphics to be printed onto mugs, t-shirts, puzzles, and tote bags. Each week we will work on designing for a different product. All materials are provided. Materials are limited to one mug, T-shirt, puzzle, or tote bag per […]

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

Youth: run you own presidential campaign.  Create a platform, participate in a convention, give a speech, make signs, and debate your opponents.   Program runs at Smith Hill Library on Tuesdays, through Election Day (November 5).

DESIGNxRI is offering a 2 hour Speed Mentoring event in September 2024 to support and connect early stage design & creative business owners. Whether you’re a year into your business, or just started visioning, come get your legal, financial, marketing, product and leadership questions answered by our team of local experts. Application and acceptance is […]

ESOL classes at Community Libraries of Providence this Summer 2024 FREE & IN PERSON at Rochambeau Library 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 […]

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 […]

In this 4-week course for adults, writers of all levels are encouraged to bring their written work for active workshopping with the group. Writing can be very solitary and sometimes all a project needs are some fresh eyes and a little accountability! In this 4-week course, writers of all levels are encouraged to bring short […]

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!).

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 […]

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 […]

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 us after story time for an hour of outdoor play in our garden space. We will have toys, bubbles, and music makers.   In case of rain we will have creative play indoors.

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

Come and get to know YOUR library staff! School age children & teens can participate in meeting the Knight staff for a chance to win a back to school gift basket. How do you enter... well, it’s very simple. Just interview any staff member and ask: 1) What is their name? 2) What do they […]

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.

Design your own gameboard & game pieces using makerspace equipment such as the laser cutter and 3D printer in this multi-part workshop for youth.  

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.

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.

Bring Your Own Project and drop in for a little after-hours embroidery (/fiber art) circle! Hand embroidery, cross stitch, knitting, crochet, quilting, whatever you like best! Beginners welcome, sharing of materials is encouraged but not required, light refreshments provided but feel free to bring a snack to share if you feel like it.

In this one-off workshop for adults, create colorful art with an uncommon painting tool! All materials are provided, including multiple canvases to squirt, scrape and swipe your way to gorgeous abstract art. Please register through Eventbrite to reserve a spot.

Join us for our upcoming Voter Education Sessions, where we’ll empower and inform our community members about the voting process, key election dates, and the importance of making their voices heard. These sessions are designed to provide voters with the knowledge they need to participate confidently in the upcoming elections. What You Can Expect: Understanding […]

This is a closed meeting of the Work Opportunities Unlimited program.

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 […]

Do you knit, crochet, embroider, cross stitch.... You get the idea. Bring your handiwork with you and join with others for monthly stitching and conversation! This is not a class but you're sure to learn from one another and find additional topics of conversation and common interests. Meets on the first Thursday of the month […]

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.

Storytime for children 5 and under and their caregivers.

Come and get to know YOUR library staff! School age children & teens can participate in meeting the Knight staff for a chance to win a back to school gift basket. How do you enter... well, it’s very simple. Just interview any staff member and ask: 1) What is their name? 2) What do they […]

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.

Join us Tuesday and Thursday for our after school club activities! Tuesday - Lego Club. Build and play with Legos. Thursday - Maker Cart. Use our supplies to create something right out of your own imagination.

Attention young makers! Come learn how to use different tools for creative projects with makerspace coach Kristen. In September, we will be working on weaving and other crafts with the Cameo cutter--pop-up cards, vinyl stickers, and more! Recommended for ages 8+.

Read poetry, listen to music, and write your own poem, song, or rap.  Writings will go in the Read and Rap book. For children and teens

Join us every Thursday for our board game club with Mr. Sochan! Open to all ages and experience levels!

Improve your score on the Classical High School Entrance exam by joining our in-person or virtual study sessions. Virtual sessions- Learn how to access free online practice tests, study guides, and tutorials to help you improve your score! Virtual sessions will be held over Google Meet. Meeting details will be emailed to participants after they […]

Join Wild Lives for free children's nature walks, every Thursday in September! Over the course of four weeks, participants will put together a small museum exhibit about nature near the library, which will be displayed in the children's area. We will meet every Thursday at 5 pm at the Roger Williams Park Canoe Launch. Scan […]

Come knit and crochet with us! Materials provided, and all experience levels are welcome.

Our service meets twice a month for an hour. We discuss club business, such as upcoming activities, such as our food packaging event, putting together 10,000 meals at the Nuestro Mundo Charter School. During the second half of the meeting, we often have speakers from community groups. Alternatively, we might have an in-meeting event, such […]

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 […]

Join us at the library for a captivating afternoon with a talented violinist Christine Warren! Enjoy the soothing sounds of live music, perfect for relaxation and inspiration. Don’t miss this magical musical experience!

Join us for our upcoming Voter Education Sessions, where we'll empower and inform our community members about the voting process, key election dates, and the importance of making their voices heard. These sessions are designed to provide voters with the knowledge they need to participate confidently in the upcoming elections. What You Can Expect: Understanding […]

Are you in need of a reliable notary service? The Washington Park Library will offer notary services on Thursdays from 6:30pm to 7:30pm walk-in only. For more information call 401- 781-3136 or email arocchio@clpvd.org Are you in need of a reliable notary service? What you need to bring: A valid form of government issued photo […]

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 a tour of the hillside pollinator meadow and the community garden at Davis Park! The walking tour includes uphill paths adjacent to a busy road. We will meet at the entrance of the community garden at Davis Park. Davis Park is located at the corner of Chalkstone Avenue and Oakland Avenue. The […]

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 […]

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 any magazines, photos, comics, wrapping paper, string, scraps of fabrics- anything you can glue onto paper- bring it along. Coffee and conversation, too!

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

Calling all "Blockheads" Meet other teens and create your own space Speed builds, contests and more!!! Build & talk all things LEGO Monthly Meet up 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month  2:00-3:30pm   LEGO, LEGO, LEGO

Stop in on Friday afternoons for arts & crafts! Coloring, structured/themed crafts, and grab-n-go crafts offered. Children of all ages are welcome!

Come and get to know YOUR library staff! School age children & teens can participate in meeting the Knight staff for a chance to win a back to school gift basket. How do you enter... well, it’s very simple. Just interview any staff member and ask: 1) What is their name? 2) What do they […]

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.

Mr. Alan of Smith Hill Library looks at the vintage Airfix Dornier 217 E and 217 J model kits in 1/72 scale. The 217 E is the bomber variant and the J is the night fighter. The original molds date back to the 1960s. https://youtu.be/ogKYQfP3WZI

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 […]

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 […]

Are your Spidey senses tingling? They should be because your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is visiting Mt. Pleasant Community Library for a special Storytime with Spidey! Spider-Man will bring some of […]

Join our volunteer martial arts instructor to learn some defensive moves! (Participants typically remove their shoes, so please wear comfortable socks.)

Improve your score on the Classical High School Entrance exam by joining our in-person or virtual study sessions. Virtual sessions- Learn how to access free online practice tests, study guides, […]

Tweens ages 9-13 join us for a fun new club at Rochambeau! We will meet the first and third Saturday of every month. No registration required. First Saturdays we will […]