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MAURY LOONTJENS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library Hours
Monday- Thursday 9:30am-8:00pm
Friday 9:30am-6:00pm
Saturday 9:30am-5:00pm
Sunday- 12:00pm-4:00pm
Closed Sat 4/19 and Sun 4/20 for Easter Holiday
*4/27 last Sunday until mid-Sept
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New Nooks!
Check out a new Nook to read some of the biggest best sellers out there! No waiting, change the font for your comfort. James, Frozen River, Beautiful Ugly recently added titles
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Safe Harbor with Padma Venkatramen
Saturday, April 5 11am
Join local and bestselling author Padma Venkatramen as she talks about her new middle grade book Safe Harbor. Books will be available for purchase
A Q&A and discussion to engage with ideas on making our ocean state a Safe Harbor for authors, illustrators, editors and other book creators will follow.
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Flower Pot Decorating
Tuesday, April 8 4pm
Join us in the Makerspace where we will be using vinyl stickers to decorate small 3in flower pots to welcome in spring! Terracotta flower pots will be provided.
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Meditation for Brain Health with Dr. Post
Wednesday April 9 6:30pm
Join Dr. Alan Post, Chiropractic Physician and long time meditator who speaks regularly on this topic. He will offer an engaging lecture on this fascinating subject. Dr. Post will also share a simple and effective meditation technique which has lasting benefits.
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Let's Make Pysanky
Thursday April 10 12pm
This workshop will provide an opportunity for you to learn the art of Pysanky from a native Ukrainian, receive an abundance of information about the history, symbols meaning, and, of course, create your own beautiful Pysanka in the traditional wax-resist method using real chicken egg, "kistka", beeswax, candle, and color dyes. Ages 18+
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Watercolor Class
Tuesday, April 15 6pm
Adults and children 8+ (family friendly) are invited to a fun watercolor class run by artist Hongbing Tang, an elected member of American Artists Professional League (AAPL) and assistant teaching professor at the University of Rhode Island. She will guide students through step-by-step instructions on how to create an ocean scene watercolor painting, highlighting the lovely beach with dune grasses.
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America and the Holocaust: Jim Crow Laws, Eugenics, and the March Toward Genocide in Nazi-Occupied Europe
Monday, April 21 6pm
A 75 minute presentation examining Nazi Germany and the United States during the 1930s, at a time when racism and eugenics were enshrined in law and practice. We will examine the national and historical contexts in which racism manifested in the two countries, and explore how the pseudoscience of eugenics as well as concerns about "racial purity" found its way into the laws of the United States and Nazi Germany. Presented by Barbara Wahlberg, Chair of the RI Holocaust and Genocide Education Commission
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Composting with RI Food Council
Tuesday, April 22 2pm
Rhode Island’s central landfill in Johnston will be full within 10 years. You can take action now to extend its life by composting! Join us as we guide you through a comprehensive presentation on what composting is, how you can start now, whether you have a yard or not, and why it’s important. We will give you the knowledge and access to resources so you can get out there and start composting today
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Author Visit Brad Timm with Wakefield Books
Tuesday, April 22 6pm
Wildlife Out Your Window is an entertaining and informative guide include fascinating facts about 100 common wildlife species of the Northeastern U.S. In addition to learning about these animals, readers learn simple ways to attract a diverse array of wildlife to your backyard or neighborhood. Also included are checklists to keep track of the animals you see each month, and fun wildlife-related activities you can enjoy alone or with others. This event is free to attend, but registration is required. Copies of Wildlife Out Your Window will be available for purchase.
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Dungeons and Dragons Adult Campaign
Wednesday, April 23 5pm
Adults are invited to learn how to play Dungeons and Dragons! Pre-made characters will be chosen and after an introduction to the basics of the game, a one shot will be played. More experienced players are welcome on the understanding that this will be an easier game.
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Meditation with Susan Peck
Thursday, April 24 2pm
Join Susan Peck in a restorative meditation celebrating the season
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3D Printing in the Makerspace
Tuesday, April 29 12pm
Learn how to use a 3D printer! This includes learning about how and where to find models, how to set up a print, and basic principles of 3D printers.
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Joel &Co.
Tuesday, April 29 6pm
The musical stylings of Joel Beauchaim and guests!
Plays mix of songs from various decades of the 20th century. Singing along encouraged
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Roger Williams and His World
Wednesday, April 30th 6pm
Join Dr. Charlotte Carrington-Farmer as she speaks about Roger Williams from her book, Roger Williams and His World. Williams was a complex person who lived in a period of radical upheaval, both in England and New England. All sources have been carefully selected to share Williams’ ideas and world views while also contextualizing Williams as a dynamic human in historical context. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing after the lecture
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Monthly Meditation
Thursday, April 10 - 6:30pm
These classes will teach Inner Light Meditation. There are no restrictions on age, health status, fitness or flexibility. The classes will be taught by students of Inner light meditation with years of experience. All are welcome.
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Gentle Yoga with Pam
Saturday, April 12 10am
Settle into your body and connect with inner wisdom in this slow, soothing flow get a little bit of everything as you release tension cultivate flexibility, and nourish your mind in various poses
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Genealogy Club
Monday, April 14th - 6pm
Have you wanted to start searching for your ancestors but didn't know where to start? The Genealogy group meets at the library once a month and new members are always welcome! The group is made up of family historians interested in sharing resources and tips to accurately find their ancestors while helping others with their search.
No registration required.
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Card Crafting
Monday, April 28 - 6:30pm
We will provide all materials for you to make a special card.
Registration is required & space is limited.
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Monthly Movie - A Complete Unknown
Thursday, April 24- 5:30pm
Tuesday, April 29- 2pm
R, 140 minutes.
A young Bob Dylan shakes up the folk music scene when he plugs in his electric guitar at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965..
No registration required.
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Morning Book Talk
Monday,
April 7 & 21 10:30am
Join us for coffee and chat about what you're reading!
A great way to get new book suggestions from others.
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Afternoon
Wednesday,
April 9 - 1:00pm
This month we'll be reading Yellowface by R.F. Kuang.
Copies are available at the Circulation Desk.
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Evening
Wednesday,
April 23 - 6:30pm
This month we'll be reading bel canto by Ann Patchett
Copies are available at the Circulation Desk.
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Spring Stitched Ornaments
Wednesday April 2, 4:30pm
On Wednesday April 2nd at 4:30pm, ages 8 and up are invited to learn to make some Spring Ornaments! Mrs. Lane of Narragansett Quilter's Association will teach us how to stitch together and stuff felt pieces to make a spring chicken! Registration is required and begins on March 19th.
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Bilingual Storytime
Monday April 7 10:30am
On Monday April 7th at 10:30am, children and families are invited to attend a Bilingual Storytime run by Ms. Sole! We will sing songs and hear stories in English and Spanish with the help of lots of props and familiar melodies. No prior knowledge of Spanish is necessary. Registration is required and begins on March 24th!
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Mending and Embroidery Sewing Class (Teens)
Monday, April 14, 4pm
Join us in the Makerspace where we will have a guest teacher from the Stitchery in Portsmouth to come in and teach Teens how to mend damaged or torn clothes, in addition to teaching some hand embroidery.
Registration is required, and attendants are encouraged to bring in their own damaged apparel to mend!
Registration
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News from The Friends of the
Narragansett Library
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There is no April meeting
Please join the Friends of the Library in discussion for Fae Rosenthal Celebration of the Arts on April 27 at 1pm. Refreshments will be served
Thank you to the Friends of the Narragansett Library for sponsoring a variety of programs each month
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