Events

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 […]

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

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 […]

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!

In this three-week series on July 15, 22, and 29, come learn and practice different ways to print on fabric, including using a vinyl cutter and heat press to print a design.  At the end of the month, use your printed fabric to make your own pillow with a sewing machine.  If you miss a […]

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.

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 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.

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 […]

Join us in the Auditorium for a thrilling animal show with Bwana Iguana Reptile Adventure! We will see and learn about all sorts of reptiles! This program is perfect for children of all ages and their adults! Registration is encouraged but not required! Contact ckuy@clpvd.org for more info!

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.

In this three-week series, come learn and practice different ways to make and design fabric, including using a loom to weave fabric out of yarn and using embroidery tools to add decoration.  Drop-ins are welcome, but you can also sign up with Kristen at khaines@clpvd.org.  (Recommended for older elementary, middle school, and teens)

Each session of Doodle Art Lab we will be introduced to a new, easy doodle anyone can draw, no experience necessary! Follow along with the group or create your own doodles using a variety of art supplies provided by the library. Ages 12+. No registration needed.  

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.

Join the Breathe Providence and South Providence's Health Equity Zone team on July 23rd to build a DIY home air purifier, and gather with community members and researchers for a conversation on air pollution. Attendees will make and take home a simple device called a Corsi-Rosenthal box, which has been proven to significantly reduce harmful […]

NATIONAL ICE CREAM Enjoy your ice cream while you read a book, color a picture, solve a crossword puzzle or put together a puzzle. DO NOT MISS IT

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.

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

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 […]

Come join us for a nature-based art workshop - learn about and be inspired by Rhode Island ecology, then craft something to be included in the project's gallery show! Free and open to all ages.

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 […]

This seminar will focus on how to invest to achieve retirement goals.  In retirement it’s essential to allocate funds to address various lifestyle objectives having to do with growing and preserving funds, leveraging savings for reliable income, and making certain that remaining funds transfer to heirs quickly and tax efficiently.  Historical and current stock market […]

Join us as we discuss, Aunt Dimity and the Widow's Curse by Nancy Atherton.

Join us for an evening storytime to wind down before bedtime! Pajamas allowed! Children of all ages and their caregivers are welcome.

Art Workshop Art can help you develop your creativity, critical thinking skills, and social interactions. All are welcome!!

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 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 […]

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.

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.

Come to an interactive presentation of reptiles and amphibians. Contact Jennifer with questions or to register: (401) 272-4140 / jromans@clpvd.org

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

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

Come and join us in creating our 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!

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+)

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.

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.

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.

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 […]

The Book of the Month is "La muerte de Artemio Cruz" by Carlos Fuentes. Leeremos el libro “La muerte de Artemio Cruz”, escrito por: Carlos Fuentes. Estás charlas o pláticas son para adultos y gratiS.

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

Join presenter AbuBakar Bamijoko for a three-part series of discussions about Africa. Topics will include education, food, and culture. About the presenter: Abu Lo left the US as Forrest Logan and traveled to Africa and came back AbuBakar Bamijoko. Bamijoko is an educator and broadcaster who, by happenstance and profession, has taught and administered at […]

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. […]

Have you ever wanted to create your own buttons, but weren’t sure how? You can learn at the library by trying out the button making machines!

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

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.

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!

Attention young makers! Join us in July for a special series on 3D design and create a model space together. Participants will learn about using Tinkercad to 3D design things for the 3D printer.  They will start by making a sample project of their own.  Then, they can design a miniature version of something that […]

You're invited to stop by this Friday afternoon for our annual Smith Hill Library Staff Appreciation Day. Refreshments will be served and I will be honoring the staff with certificates from the City Council. Friday July 25 from 3 - 4:30. - From Councilwoman Althea Graves

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.

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.

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

SENSORY FRIENDLY PROGRAM   Don't bully. Don't alienate them. But, invite them to play together.

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 […]

Come to the second open-mic night hosted by the Aesop Writing Society at Rochambeau Library! There are a limited number of 3 minute spots available. If available, individual performers may occupy up to 2 spots. Sign up at the door and present your poetry or music, or join us to show your love and support! […]

Get ready for fun and games at our Game Night! Whether you're a seasoned strategist or a casual player, there's something here for everyone to enjoy. Dive into one of our many popular board games, such as Connect 4, Battleship, and Trouble, or bring your own to share with the group!  

Exploring the impact Art and Books have had on our community's most influential individuals- join us for Conversations at Knight! A gathering and conversation with community leaders and influential people who make a difference in our lives.

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!

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 […]

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 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: […]

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 […]

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

Join us for a very special program! Learn about your local ecologies and have an opportunity for art and writing on wildlife and conservation in Rhode Island. Open to Rhode Island creatives of all ages! This workshop include time for participants to craft, as well as informational print-outs about Rhode Island ecology to inspire participants. […]

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!

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 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 […]

Mr. Alan, of Smith Hill Library, looks at several 1/35 model kits of mounted troops from Zvezda, Dragon, and Master Box. https://youtu.be/vJglDMFv59I

Learn all about reptiles and amphibians in this exciting and educational interactive program! Open to all ages.   The statewide Rhode Island Summer Reading Program is supported by the RI Office of Library and Information Services, with funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Additional funding from United Way of Rhode Island - […]

I am premiering a local/national political show in which I interview local RI residents and politicians to discuss important American issues. I’m looking for public space to interview guests.

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 […]

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 […]

Join us for this interactive science show facilitated by Mad Science! Mad Science often encourages children to try some of their show experiments at home, but not with this show. […]

In 2023 over 4,000 unique titles have been either banned or challenged across the country. These book bans tend to target subjects concerning Race and LGBTQ+ topics. However, those challenging […]

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

Step into the past and join us for Tomaquag Museum’s exciting Day in the Life program! Calling all families and children (and everyone else too!) to dive into a journey […]

Rochambeau's Summer Artists in Residence Melanie Hicken and Christopher Ransom will show their film on displacement, An Exercise in Preparation for the Film 'What's Wrong with the World,' which explores […]

"There I shall rest secure from force and fraud" Join our artists in residence for a weekly moving screening followed by discussion.

Mario Kart, Smash Bros, Zelda: Breath of the Wild… Play these games and more on the library’s Nintendo Switch! We have multiple handsets and adapters so you can challenge your […]