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Learn new songs and play as an ensemble in a fun and supportive atmosphere on Wednesday, October 14 at 6:30 p.m.

Join lawman Anthony Pesare for a talk on infiltrating and disabling organized crime operations in the Northeast on Wednesday, October 14 at 7 p.m.

America's Soundtrack by the Rhode Island Wind Ensemble

Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with a performance of marches and songs from the American Songbook on Sunday, October 18 at 2 p.m.

Veterans Coffee Social

Meet other vets and learn about VA benefits for seniors and their spouses on Tuesday, October 20 at 6 p.m.

Invasion of the Body Snatchers Movie Still

Feature Film: Invasion of the Body Snatchers

San Francisco Health Department investigators realize that people are being replaced by duplicates on Tuesday, October 20 at 7 p.m.

Lower Energy Costs with Solar

Discover how a solar energy system can bring down your electricity bill and increase the value of your home on Wednesday, October 21 at 7 p.m.

Music from The Great Gatsby Ballet by the Blue Syncopators

Come for 1920s classics and original music played by some of the finest traditional jazz musicians in America on Sunday, October 25 at 2 p.m.

Warwick Uke Crew

Practice two songs each session. Learn the chords, strumming patterns, and melodies on Wednesday, October 28 at 6:30 p.m.

A variety of painted decorated Halloween pumpkins in a photo

The Great Pumpkin Walk

Thursday October 29, 2026 5:30 - 7:00 pm

Paws from the Heart - Reading to Dexter at the Central Library

Dexter provides a nonjudgmental, cuddly chance for kids to improve their literacy skills.

Kids sitting on a floor excited to hear a story

Fall Storytime Schedule at the Central Library

Fall Storytimes have begun! Come join us!

Fun styles of pumpkins and a black cat, and a few ghosts

Halloween Family Storytime at Night

Monday night October 26 at 6:30 p.m.

gaem controller, scissors, beads, game pieces, and markers

Teen Events

Students entering Grades 6-12. Crafts, movies, gaming, and more!

Warwick Virtual VolunTEENS

A way to fulfill community service requirements or make someone smile. Sorry, NOT for court ordered hours.

Read with Comics Plus

Free digital comics, graphic novels and manga. With valid library card.

RIMSBA and RITBA logos on green background with books

RI Book Awards

Looking for something to read? Well, look no further.

New Books & Movies

Browse our new book lists to find something perfect for you!

Book Cover: Villa Coco by Andrew Sean Greer

Spotlight

Check out these exciting new services!

Talk with Local Experts

Meet one-on-one. Ask questions and hear about a variety of topics, including project management, Ireland, Reiki, marketing, podcasting, writing, and piano tuning.

Learn New Skills Online

Learn valuable, practical skills. Explore tech, personal growth and wellness, and professional skills with 10,000+ free online video courses in multiple languages.

Warwick Community Cookbook

Help us build our Warwick community cookbook! Please share your original family or favorite recipe and have it published in a hardcover collection of Warwick remembrances and food.

Library of Things

Check out a wide variety of nontraditional library items including craft tools, kitchen appliances, health devices, home improvement tools and learning kits.

Upcoming Events

Strum & Sing Uke Club

Oct 14, 2026 6:30pm

Join the Strum & Sing Uke Club for a monthly ukulele jam session. The Uke Club is a group of confident ukulele play…

Organized Crime in New England

Oct 14, 2026 7:00pm

Join author and nationally recognized law enforcement expert Anthony Pesare for a talk on organized crime. Learn ab…

Storytime for ages 2-5 @ Norwood Branch

Oct 15, 2026 11:00am

Join us for a read-aloud and a fun craft every Thursday morning!

A Matter of Balance

Oct 15, 2026 2:00pm

Do you have concerns about falling? Join us for an 8-week workshop designed to improve balance, flexibility, and strengt…

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