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



Library News & Updates

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We have seeds!

The first batch for offer will be the RI Native Plant seeds and they will be replenished with seeds from URI Master Gardener Program

Special Events

Wild Plants and Watercolors

Friday, March 14 10am

Join Melissa from 15 Minute Field Trips and learn how to identify plants through leaf arrangements and flowers and get a handout on their uses. Registration is required.

Registration

Irish Music with Mary King Trio

Sunday, March 16 2:30pm

Come join us for a musical journey celebrating the ‘Irish in America‘. Irish immigrants captured the heart of the nation with their mix of Irish jigs, ballads, folk songs, storytelling and humor. Their music was influenced from their travels throughout New England, the Midwest, Appalachia and the West. Their Celtic traditions were infused with new styles and instruments creating a new voice to their culture, along with the old. Get your green on, warm up your voices and enjoy the warmth, spirit and hilarity of the ‘Irish in America’. (Mary King often teaches a beginning Irish jig before the start of each program).

Registration is required.


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Author Suzanne Nelson

Tuesday, March 18 6pm


In partnership with Wakefield Books, we welcome Suzanne Nelson as she discusses her new historical fiction novel The Librarians of Lisbon



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Watercolor Class

Friday, March 21 10am


Join us for an instructional watercolor class with local artist Sue Greco! Supplies will be provided. Space is limited and registration is required.



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On Pettaquamscutt - Environmental Toxin Exposure in Rhode Island Wildlife

Sunday, March 30th 1pm


Dr. Blaine Hymel, Veterinarian at the Wildlife Clinic of Rhode Island, is a graduate of Tufts School of Veterinary Medicine. She will talk about what can be done to alter the impact of toxins on local wildlife. Registration is required.


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Monthly Events

Genealogy Club

Monday, March 10th - 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.


Card Crafting

Monday, March 10 - 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 Meditation

Thursday, March 13 - 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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Wine Glass Decorating Class

Thursday, March 20 4pm


Register online for a class on March 20th from 4-6pm where we will learn to use the cricut cutter and permanent vinyl to decorate wine glasses supplied by the library.


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Monthly Movie - Conclave

Tuesday, March 25- 2:00pm

PG, 120 minutes.


Conclave follows one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events – selecting the new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with running this covert process after the unexpected death of the beloved Pope. Once the Catholic Church’s most powerful leaders have gathered from around the world and are locked together in the Vatican halls, Lawrence uncovers a trail of deep secrets left in the dead Pope’s wake, secrets which could shake the foundations of the Church.


No registration required.


Adult Book Clubs

Morning Book Talk

Monday,

March 3rd & 17 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,

March 12th - 1:00pm


This month we'll be reading Maid by Stephanie Land.

Copies are available at the Circulation Desk.

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Evening

Wednesday,

March. 26th - 6:30pm


This month we'll be reading The Great Divide by Cristina Henriquez

Copies are available at the Circulation Desk.

Youth Services

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To sign up for the makerspace newsletter click here

Mario March Madness

Wednesday, March 5 4pm

On Wednesday March 5th teens are invited to participate in a Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament from 4 - 7pm in the makerspace. Brackets will be made, and a losers bracket will also be made to ensure everyone plays at least 2 games. Registration is required. 


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Life and Times of a Bird of Prey

Saturday, March 8 10:30 am


On Saturday March 8th at 10:30am, children ages 3 and up and their families are invited to learn all about Birds of Prey! The Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center will bring a resident bird of prey to experience what a day in the life of one of these amazing predators is all about. Get a glimpse at what it's like to grow up as a bird of prey, learning how to hunt, practicing with incredible adaptations for survival and eventually leaving the nest. Registration is required. Thanks to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring!


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Spring Bingo

Thursday March 13 4:30pm


On Thursday March 13th at 4:30pm, ages 3 and up are invited to join Ms. Jane for a few rounds of Spring-themed bingo! All children will get a chance to win small prizes through several rounds of the game. Registration is required and begins on February 27th. 


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Making Leprechaun Traps

March 14 4pm


Feel free to join us in the Makerspace on March 14th anytime between 4 - 6pm where we will put our heads together to come up with plans and traps to catch leprechauns for St. Patrick’s day.  



Kid's Watercolor Class!

Wednesday March 19th 5pm


On Wednesday March 19th at 5pm, children ages 7-12 are invited to do a step-by-step watercolor painting with local artist Sue Greco! A snack and juice will be provided as well. Registration is required and begins on March 5th. 


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Kid's Movie: Paw Patrol the Mighty Movie

March 31 5pm


On Monday March 31st at 5pm, children and families are invited to join us for a fun Monday Movie Night! We will be screening the movie “Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie” which is rated PG and 93 minutes long. We will also have some popcorn and juice to enjoy! Registration is required and begins on March 17th. 


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News from The Friends of the

Narragansett Library

Friends Monthly Meeting - March 3 12pm



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