Events
Thursday, June 21
10:30am - 11:00am
For children ages 3 -5. At this storytime preschoolers enjoy songs, fingerplays, movement, and stories that are a little longer. They go in the storytime room by themselves, with their caregiver waiting for them in the Children's Library. It... Read More
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Thursday, June 21
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Learn and play the latest table-top games. Join a crew of game enthusiasts, including amateurs and aces, for a fun night of play.
Build railways, a fleet of warships, or an empire. Cure diseases. Combat the ancient ones. Win the heart of a... Read More
Event Location: Idea Studio
Saturday, June 23
10:00am - 12:30pm
Celebrate the first day to sign up for the 2018 Summer Learning Challenge!
Enjoy these family activities rain or shine:
Try the Inflatable Obstacle Course
Make a Kindness Rock to hide or keep with Warwick Rocks... Read More
Capacity: 144/Unlimited
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Saturday, June 23
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Celebrate the first day to sign up for the 2018 Summer Learning Challenge!
Test your skills on the obstacacle course with rock wall. Make some sheet music 3D stars for yourself and to decorate teenspace. And, finally, sign-up for... Read More
Event Location: Teenspace
Monday, June 25
9:45am - 10:15am
For children ages 2 - 3 years and a caregiver. At this storytime toddlers transition into a program with a little more structure than the Babies and Books class. Enjoy songs, fingerplays and rhymes, a few stories, and an activity or project... Read More
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Monday, June 25
10:45am - 11:15am
For children under 2 and a caregiver. At this storytime we sing songs, fingerplays and rhymes, share a story, and learn some simple sign language. Play and socialization time in the storytime room follows. No registration required, just drop in!
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Monday, June 25
6:30pm - 8:45pm
Spend quality time knitting and crocheting in the company of other knitters and crocheters.
Bring your latest project to the Stitchers Get-Together for camaraderie, inspiration, and tips. All knitters and crocheters are welcome, whether you’re... Read More
Event Location: Idea Studio
Tuesday, June 26
9:45am - 10:15am
For children ages 2 - 3 years and a caregiver. At this storytime toddlers transition into a program with a little more structure than the Babies and Books class. Enjoy songs, fingerplays and rhymes, a few stories, and an activity or project to... Read More
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Tuesday, June 26
10:30am - 11:30am
Imagine a place where everyone can be themselves; where you can discover new skills and make new friends; where you can create crafts to share with others.
This event is designed for adults with special needs or learning disabilities but all... Read More
Event Location: Teenspace
Tuesday, June 26
10:45am - 11:15am
For children under 2 and a caregiver. At this storytime we sing songs, fingerplays and rhymes, share a story, and learn some simple sign language. Play and socialization time in the storytime room follows. No registration required, just drop in!
Event Location: Children's Library
Tuesday, June 26
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grades 7-12 Meet up and geek out with us each month as we geek out over our favorite fandoms. Share your ships and cosplay tips as we make fan-related crafts and take challenges.
Tuesday June 26 -... Read More
Capacity: 1/20
Event Location: Teenspace
Tuesday, June 26
7:00pm - 8:00pm
For families with children ages 5 and up. Our favorite acting company, Hampstead Stage, presents a lively adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s swashbuckling tale that is perfect for families.
Please count every member in your party... Read More
Capacity: 58/100
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Tuesday, June 26
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Everyone has a story, and writing your story is a great way to learn about yourself. Take a break from the distractions of daily life to uncover memories you may have forgotten. Find inspiration in others’ experiences, and enjoy the connection of... Read More
Event Location: Small Meeting Room
Tuesday, June 26
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Sharpen your chess skills while enjoying the camaraderie of other players at our weekly Chess for Everyone gathering.
Beginners can get tips from seasoned players, and seasoned players can improve their game by challenging other... Read More
Event Location: Glass Room
Wednesday, June 27
9:45am - 10:15am
For children ages 3 -5 and a caregiver. At this storytime preschoolers enjoy songs, fingerplays and movement. Stories are a little longer, and there's a craft at the end to support the theme. No registration required, just drop in!... Read More
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Wednesday, June 27
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Students entering Grades 7-12
Have a henna design done by a professional henna artist! Designs last 1-3 weeks, and are done with all natural plant dye. For more information, please visit HennaByHeather.com.... Read More
Capacity: 21/30
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Wednesday, June 27
7:00pm - 8:30pm
The Wednesday is Murder Mystery Book Group will meet to discuss Rebecca by Daphne DuMaurier.
Event Location: Idea Studio
Thursday, June 28
10:30am - 11:00am
For children ages 3 -5. At this storytime preschoolers enjoy songs, fingerplays, movement, and stories that are a little longer. They go in the storytime room by themselves, with their caregiver waiting for them in the Children's Library. It... Read More
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Thursday, June 28
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Students entering Grades 7-12
Come experience the game in a big way. Bring your friends to dance and have some snacks.
Registration is required. Please sign-up below beginning ... Read More
Capacity: 1/25
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Friday, June 29
10:00am - 10:45am
For families with children ages 5 and up. Magician Russ DeSimone and Presto the Magic Bunny will delight and amaze during this funny and interactive show.
Count a space for all family members attending. Sign-up opens... Read More
Capacity: 80/100
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Monday, July 02
9:45am - 10:15am
For children ages 2 - 3 years and a caregiver. At this storytime toddlers transition into a program with a little more structure than the Babies and Books class. Enjoy songs, fingerplays and rhymes, a few stories, and an activity or project... Read More
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Monday, July 02
10:45am - 11:15am
For children under 2 and a caregiver. At this storytime we sing songs, fingerplays and rhymes, share a story, and learn some simple sign language. Play and socialization time in the storytime room follows. No registration required, just drop in!
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Monday, July 02
2:30pm - 4:15pm
Students entering Grades 7-12
Come watch this newly released DVD and have a snack.
Summary: When P.T. Barnum sets out to make a better life for his family, his creativity & drive take him on a... Read More
Capacity: 4/20
Event Location: Teenspace
Monday, July 02
6:30pm - 8:45pm
Spend quality time knitting and crocheting in the company of other knitters and crocheters.
Bring your latest project to the Stitchers Get-Together for camaraderie, inspiration, and tips. All knitters and crocheters are welcome, whether you’re... Read More
Event Location: Idea Studio
Tuesday, July 03
10:00am - 11:30am
The Tuesday Morning Book Group will meet today to discuss The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah.
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Tuesday, July 03
9:45am - 10:15am
For children ages 2 - 3 years and a caregiver. At this storytime toddlers transition into a program with a little more structure than the Babies and Books class. Enjoy songs, fingerplays and rhymes, a few stories, and an activity or project to... Read More
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Tuesday, July 03
10:45am - 11:15am
For children under 2 and a caregiver. At this storytime we sing songs, fingerplays and rhymes, share a story, and learn some simple sign language. Play and socialization time in the storytime room follows. No registration required, just drop in!
Event Location: Children's Library
Tuesday, July 03
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Sharpen your chess skills while enjoying the camaraderie of other players at our weekly Chess for Everyone gathering.
Beginners can get tips from seasoned players, and seasoned players can improve their game by challenging other... Read More
Event Location: Glass Room
Thursday, July 05
10:30am - 11:00am
For children ages 3 -5. At this storytime preschoolers enjoy songs, fingerplays, movement, and stories that are a little longer. They go in the storytime room by themselves, with their caregiver waiting for them in the Children's Library. It... Read More
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Thursday, July 05
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Learn and play the latest table-top games. Join a crew of game enthusiasts, including amateurs and aces, for a fun night of play.
Build railways, a fleet of warships, or an empire. Cure diseases. Combat the ancient ones. Win the heart of a... Read More
Event Location: Idea Studio
Friday, July 06
10:00am - 11:00am
Yoga Sprouts is yoga for kids with Miss Ellen. It's 45 minutes of fun movements and songs perfect for kids. Dress comfortable to be on the floor, mats are not needed, but bring it along if you have one!
Sign-up opens Monday, June 25... Read More
Capacity: 0/22
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Friday, July 06
9:45am - 10:15am
Yoga Sprouts is yoga for kids with Miss Ellen. It's a half hour of simple poses and songs designed for you and your child. Dress comfortable to be on the floor with your little one! Mats are not needed. Call to cancel if you are unable... Read More
Capacity: 0/16
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Monday, July 09
10:00am - 11:30am
The Monday Morning Book Group will meet today to discuss The Secret Chord by Geraldine Brooks.
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Monday, July 09
9:45am - 10:15am
For children ages 2 - 3 years and a caregiver. At this storytime toddlers transition into a program with a little more structure than the Babies and Books class. Enjoy songs, fingerplays and rhymes, a few stories, and an activity or project... Read More
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Monday, July 09
10:45am - 11:15am
For children under 2 and a caregiver. At this storytime we sing songs, fingerplays and rhymes, share a story, and learn some simple sign language. Play and socialization time in the storytime room follows. No registration required, just drop in!
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Monday, July 09
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Like a book discussion group, only better - why? Because THERE WILL ALWAYS BE FOOD!
Each month, there will be an assigned book or theme. Everyone is encouraged to choose a recipe to try and bring in a sample to share or a story to tell.
Capacity: 0/Unlimited
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Monday, July 09
6:30pm - 8:45pm
Spend quality time knitting and crocheting in the company of other knitters and crocheters.
Bring your latest project to the Stitchers Get-Together for camaraderie, inspiration, and tips. All knitters and crocheters are welcome, whether you’re... Read More
Event Location: Idea Studio
Tuesday, July 10
9:45am - 10:15am
For children ages 2 - 3 years and a caregiver. At this storytime toddlers transition into a program with a little more structure than the Babies and Books class. Enjoy songs, fingerplays and rhymes, a few stories, and an activity or project to... Read More
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Tuesday, July 10
10:45am - 11:15am
For children under 2 and a caregiver. At this storytime we sing songs, fingerplays and rhymes, share a story, and learn some simple sign language. Play and socialization time in the storytime room follows. No registration required, just drop in!
Event Location: Children's Library
Tuesday, July 10
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Get your summer reading assignment finished early! Read Awkward by Svetlana Chmakova from the 2018 RI Middle School Book Award List. Come talk about the book, work on the assignment, and have a snack. The club will meet... Read More
Event Location: Teenspace
Tuesday, July 10
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Justice isn’t perfect. Hear four true crime tales where justice went wrong by Rhode Island author and journalist Kelly Sullivan Pezza on Tuesdays at 7 p.m.
On July 10, learn about the young nurse found dead in a Tiverton... Read More
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Tuesday, July 10
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Everyone has a story, and writing your story is a great way to learn about yourself. Take a break from the distractions of daily life to uncover memories you may have forgotten. Find inspiration in others’ experiences, and enjoy the connection of... Read More
Event Location: Small Meeting Room
Tuesday, July 10
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Sharpen your chess skills while enjoying the camaraderie of other players at our weekly Chess for Everyone gathering.
Beginners can get tips from seasoned players, and seasoned players can improve their game by challenging other... Read More
Event Location: Glass Room
Wednesday, July 11
9:45am - 10:15am
For children ages 3 -5 and a caregiver. At this storytime preschoolers enjoy songs, fingerplays and movement. Stories are a little longer, and there's a craft at the end to support the theme. No registration required, just drop in!... Read More
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Wednesday, July 11
2:30pm - 3:40pm
Students entering Grades 7-12
Compete in teams to solve puzzles, crack some codes, and discover how to escape the room in only 60 minutes. Are you ready for the challenge?
Registration is required. Please sign-up below... Read More
Capacity: 0/20
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Wednesday, July 11
3:00pm - 5:00pm
The Italian Conversation Group is a collaborative learning group. There is no teacher and members learn from each other. Members of the group have mixed proficiency and welcome new members. Join us to improve your fluency in the... Read More
Event Location: Small Meeting Room
Wednesday, July 11
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Learn how to use your iPhone to take exceptional photos with photographer Keith Jochim on Wednesdays, July 11, 18 & 25.
Explore what makes a photo outstanding. Discover strategies for creating your own extraordinary photos,... Read More
Capacity: 5/12
Event Location: Idea Studio
Wednesday, July 11
7:00pm - 8:00pm
For families with children ages 7 and up.
Experience the music of the sea! B.J. Whitehouse, The Shanteyman, will lead us in lively sing-alongs, a tug-of-war, and a pots & pans improv band.
Count a space for each member of your... Read More
Capacity: 0/100
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Thursday, July 12
10:30am - 11:00am
For children ages 3 -5. At this storytime preschoolers enjoy songs, fingerplays, movement, and stories that are a little longer. They go in the storytime room by themselves, with their caregiver waiting for them in the Children's Library. It... Read More
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Thursday, July 12
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Students entering Grades 7-12
Have fun learning how to paint a specific painting using step by step instructions from artist, Rebecca Killian. Don't think you're artistic? Don't worry, Rebecca will break the painting down in a way... Read More
Capacity: 0/14
Event Location: Small Meeting Room