MONDAY, MAY 27: Closed for Memorial Day
Sunday hours will begin again on September 8.
Events
Thursday, May 23
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
Tuesday, May 28
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: Idea Studio
Tuesday, May 28
12:30pm - 1:30pm
The mission of Next Chapter Book Club is to provide meaningful opportunities for lifelong-learning, social connections and authentic community inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through weekly or bi-weekly... Read More
Event Location: Idea Studio
Monday, June 03
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Learn how to meditate with a weekly Sahaja Yoga Meditation class on Mondays from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Follow the method taught by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi, and discover how to use your innate spiritual energy to... Read More
Event Location: Small Meeting Room
Monday, June 03
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Spend quality time knitting and crocheting in the company of others - bring your latest project and join us for camaraderie, inspiration, and tips.
All knitters and crocheters are welcome, whether you’re an expert or just starting out. ... Read More
Event Location: Idea Studio
Tuesday, June 04
10:00am - 11:30am
The Tuesday Morning Book Group will meet at this time to discuss Pachinko by Min Jin Lee.
Event Location: Room 113
Tuesday, June 04
12:30pm - 1:30pm
The mission of Next Chapter Book Club is to provide meaningful opportunities for lifelong-learning, social connections and authentic community inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through weekly or bi-weekly... Read More
Event Location: Idea Studio
Tuesday, June 04
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 04
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Learn how to download audiobooks and ebooks with Overdrive (eZone), stream and download audiobooks, movies, and music with Hoopla, stream movies with Kanopy.
Bring your laptop, tablet, or smart phone, your library card and library card PIN number... Read More
Capacity: 1/16
Event Location: Idea Studio
Thursday, June 06
7:00pm - 8:30pm
See a preview of the 2019 Rhode Island International Film Festival.
Enjoy a selection of short films with an LGBT theme that have been accepted for this year’s Festival. We can’t tell you their titles because it’s a secret, but we... Read More
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Monday, June 10
10:00am - 11:30am
The Monday Morning Book Group will meet at this time to discuss Behold the Dreamers by Imbolo Mbue.
Event Location: Room 113
Monday, June 10
10:00am - 11:30am
Learn how to download audiobooks and ebooks with Overdrive (eZone), stream and download audiobooks, movies, and music with Hoopla, stream movies with Kanopy.
Bring your laptop, tablet, or smart phone, your library card and library card PIN number... Read More
Capacity: 2/16
Event Location: Idea Studio
Monday, June 10
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Learn how to meditate with a weekly Sahaja Yoga Meditation class on Mondays from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Follow the method taught by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi, and discover how to use your innate spiritual energy to... Read More
Event Location: Small Meeting Room
Monday, June 10
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Spend quality time knitting and crocheting in the company of others - bring your latest project and join us for camaraderie, inspiration, and tips.
All knitters and crocheters are welcome, whether you’re an expert or just starting out. ... Read More
Event Location: Idea Studio
Tuesday, June 11
12:30pm - 1:30pm
The mission of Next Chapter Book Club is to provide meaningful opportunities for lifelong-learning, social connections and authentic community inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through weekly or bi-weekly... Read More
Event Location: Idea Studio
Tuesday, June 11
7:00pm - 8:15pm
Join historian and musician Lloyd Kaplan for a three-part series on Duke Ellington.
A popular and essential jazz musician, Duke Ellington changed what jazz was and could be through his collaborations with top musicians and... Read More
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Thursday, June 13
2:00pm - 3:00pm
At our June meeting, we will discuss A Force So Swift: Mao, Truman and the Birth of Modern China, 1949, by Kevin Peraino.
Event Location: Room 113
Saturday, June 15
10:00am - 2:00pm
Grab your scrapbook gear and head over to The Scrapbooking Rally.
Work on your latest project in the company of other scrapbookers. Find encouragement, ideas, and new friends.
If you want to learn how to scrapbook, drop in and... Read More
Event Location: Idea Studio
Saturday, June 15
10:00am - 11:30am
Learn how to create letters, resumes, and other documents. Learn how to save and print your work. Practice basic editing techniques, setting margins, inserting pictures & more.
This session will meet in the Large Meeting Room of the Warwick... Read More
Capacity: 0/16
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Monday, June 17
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Learn how to meditate with a weekly Sahaja Yoga Meditation class on Mondays from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Follow the method taught by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi, and discover how to use your innate spiritual energy to... Read More
Event Location: Small Meeting Room
Monday, June 17
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Spend quality time knitting and crocheting in the company of others - bring your latest project and join us for camaraderie, inspiration, and tips.
All knitters and crocheters are welcome, whether you’re an expert or just starting out. ... Read More
Event Location: Idea Studio
Tuesday, June 18
10:00am - 11:30am
Get ready for summer reading. Find out about new books while enjoying pastries and coffee.
Breakfast with Books: Summer Reading Event looks at new and noteworthy titles that you may not know about but will definitely want to pick... Read More
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Tuesday, June 18
12:30pm - 1:30pm
The mission of Next Chapter Book Club is to provide meaningful opportunities for lifelong-learning, social connections and authentic community inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through weekly or bi-weekly... Read More
Event Location: Idea Studio
Tuesday, June 18
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Grades 7-12
This month we will be reading Final Draft:
"From cult TV shows to epic book sagas, Laila is obsessed with science fiction. She's an aspiring author but faces unexpectedly harsh criticism from her new creative writing... Read More
Capacity: 0/10
Event Location: Small Meeting Room
Tuesday, June 18
7:00pm - 8:15pm
Join historian and musician Lloyd Kaplan for a three-part series on Duke Ellington.
A popular and essential jazz musician, Duke Ellington changed what jazz was and could be through his collaborations with top musicians and... Read More
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Tuesday, June 18
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
Wednesday, June 19
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Celebrate the first day to sign up for the 2019 Summer Learning Challenge!
Enjoy the activities rain or shine. Drop in anytime between 4:00pm -7:00pm.
WPL Kids Space Camp
Your Mission:... Read More
Capacity: 12/Unlimited
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Wednesday, June 19
7:00pm - 8:30pm
The Wednesday is Murder Mystery Book Group will meet at this time.
Event Location: Room 113
Friday, June 21
9:45am - 10:15am
Yoga Sprouts is 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! No mats at this class.
Sign-up opens on Monday, June 10.
Capacity: 0/16
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Friday, June 21
11:00am - 11:45am
Yoga Sprouts is 45 minutes of fun movements and music perfect for kids. Mats are not needed, but bring it along if you have one.
Sign-up opens on Monday, June 10.
Capacity: 0/14
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Monday, June 24
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
Monday, June 24
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 24
1:30pm - 4:30pm
Grades 6-12
Join Becky from Mermaid Masterpieces in painting a mural for Teenspace for all to enjoy! Becky will break down the process of mural making so that it isn't overwhelming and you can all work together... Read More
Capacity: 0/10
Event Location: Small Meeting Room
Monday, June 24
4:00pm - 5:00pm
A class designed especially for this age group. Yoga focuses on inner and outer strength, attention and concentration, and awareness of both oneself and others. Spend an hour nurturing inside and out! Bring a mat if you have one.
Sign-up... Read More
Capacity: 0/22
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Monday, June 24
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Learn how to meditate with a weekly Sahaja Yoga Meditation class on Mondays from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Follow the method taught by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi, and discover how to use your innate spiritual energy to... Read More
Event Location: Small Meeting Room
Monday, June 24
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Spend quality time knitting and crocheting in the company of others - bring your latest project and join us for camaraderie, inspiration, and tips.
All knitters and crocheters are welcome, whether you’re an expert or just starting out. ... Read More
Event Location: Idea Studio
Tuesday, 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 to... Read More
Event Location: Children's Program Room
Tuesday, June 25
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: Idea Studio
Tuesday, 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 Library
Tuesday, June 25
12:30pm - 1:30pm
The mission of Next Chapter Book Club is to provide meaningful opportunities for lifelong-learning, social connections and authentic community inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through weekly or bi-weekly... Read More
Event Location: Idea Studio
Tuesday, June 25
2:00pm - 3:00pm
For all ages.
Learn from the experts! Find out how to observe the night sky with the naked eye, where the best places are for viewing in our area, what to look for, and how to use our telescopes. We have 2 telescopes as part of our circulating... Read More
Capacity: 0/24
Event Location: Room 113
Tuesday, June 25
7:00pm - 8:15pm
Join historian and musician Lloyd Kaplan for a three-part series on Duke Ellington.
A popular and essential jazz musician, Duke Ellington changed what jazz was and could be through his collaborations with top musicians and... Read More
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Wednesday, June 26
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 26
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Grades 6-12
Because space is limited, please sign-up below beginning on Monday, June 10.
Have you unlocked the entire roster and found your main yet? If so (or even if not), come compete against players at... Read More
Capacity: 0/20
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Wednesday, June 26
7:00pm - 8:00pm
For families with kids ages 5 and up.
The wonderful Hampstead Stage Company presents a compilation of Greek myths that explore the night sky, the constellations and various legends about how they came to be. Delight in learning stories of the wind,... Read More
Capacity: 0/100
Event Location: Large Meeting Room
Thursday, June 27
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
Monday, July 01
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
Monday, July 01
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 01
2:30pm - 4:55pm
Come watch this classic alien movie and have a snack in honor of the Summer Learning Challenge theme, A Universe of Stories, and 4th of July,
Summary: The aliens are coming and their goal is to... Read More
Event Location: Teenspace
Monday, July 01
4:30pm - 8:30pm
For families who love the movies like we do!
Join us to watch Toy Story, stay for a pizza party, then watch Toy Story 2! Both films are rated G.
Here’s the schedule:
Toy Story: 4:30pm-6:00pm
Pizza Planet Party: 6:30pm-7:00pm
Toy Story 2: 7:00pm-8:... Read More
Capacity: 0/50
Event Location: Large Meeting Room