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September @ Your Library

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By all these lovely tokens September days are here,

With summer's best of weather

And autumn's best of cheer.”

― Helen Hunt Jackson

Holiday Schedule

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The Library will be closed on Monday, September 5th, in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 6th.

 

Don’t forget, you can access materials on the Ocean State Libraries eZone anytime!

Strum Along with Us

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Strum along with us in September with these offerings for all ages…

 

Children’s Take & Make Craft 

Week of September 19th, Children’s Room

Recommended for children ages 3+


Make a mini banjo using a jar lid and some rubber bands. Kits will be available in the Children's Room the week of September 19th while supplies last. One per child. 

 


Steel String Guitar Concert with Peter Biedermann

Tuesday, September 20th, 6:30pm, Community Room


Join us for a live performance by Peter Biedermann, a solo fingerstyle instrumental guitarist based in Green Valley, AZ. Peter will perform from his catalog of recordings, take questions from the audience, and provide some of the history and evolution of original fingerstyle guitar playing.

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Borrow Our Ukulele!

Have you ever wanted to learn the ukulele? You can now borrow a ukulele from our Library of Things and give it a try! Comes with a carrying case, beginner’s guide, picks, tuner, and cleaning cloth.

 

Check the availability of the ukulele and the other items in the Library of Things by clicking below. Items circulate for 7 days.

Check It Out!
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Save the Date!

The Friends of Tiverton Libraries Fall Craft Sale

Saturday, October 15th, 10:00am-3:00pm, Community Room

 

Get a head start on holiday shopping at the Friends’ Fall Craft Sale!

  • Great local crafts
  • Craft item raffle
  • 50/50 raffle

Crafters Wanted

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We want YOU for our Fall Craft Sale on Saturday, October 15th, at the Tiverton Public Library Community Room from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Setup is from 9:00 to 10:00am. 

 

We are looking for unique, homemade, non-franchise crafts. Tables are $30 for a 5’ table and $40 for an 8’ table, plus a minimum $20-value donated item from your product line for our raffle. All of our proceeds go toward library programming and museum passes. 

 

For more information about the Craft Sale, see the Information Desk for an application or call Wenonah at 401-924-0439.

Adults

Book Walk & Walk

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Monday mornings starting September 12th, 10:30-11:30am, Bulgarmarsh Park


Meet us by the picnic tables at Bulgarmarsh Park for a leisurely walk around the path and a chat about what you’ve been reading and watching lately. Participants are free to walk and talk at their own pace for a half hour, then join the rest of the group at the picnic tables for a half hour to share what you’re reading lately and give and receive recommendations.


Please bring water and wear good walking shoes. Registration is recommended to receive reminders and updates. This program is weather-dependent. Please register below or check the library's Facebook page for updates and cancellations.

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Weekly Watercolors

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Tuesday afternoons, 12:30-2:30pm, Community Room


Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, our Weekly Watercolor program provides space for you to work on your own paintings, socialize with fellow watercolor enthusiasts, and receive tips and advice from local artist Madeleine Diogenes. Must bring your own equipment and supplies.


This program is currently at capacity. Please click below if you would like to be added to the waitlist. The library will contact you as soon as a spot becomes available.

Join the Waitlist

Makers Meet-Up

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Wednesday, September 7th, 6:00-8:00pm, Community Room


Knitters, quilters, and crafters: come craft with us in the Community Room on the first Wednesday of every month!


Socialize with fellow crafters, get project ideas, ask questions, and share tips and advice. Must bring your own equipment and supplies.

Landscape Painting

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Tuesday, September 13th, 3:30-5:30pm, Community Room


In this 2-hour session, local artist John Irwin will take you step by step through the process of starting a landscape painting and deciding when it is finished. All materials will be supplied.


Space is limited. Please register below.

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Foster Hope with Communities for People

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Wednesday, September 14th, 6:30-7:30pm, Community Room


Have you considered being a foster parent? This is your chance to learn more. Communities for People is hosting an information session here at the Tiverton Library about their foster care services. This event is open to everyone, so please bring friends and family who may also be interested. We hope to see you there. 


Registration is not required, but you may sign up below to receive email reminders of this event.

Remind Me!

CreaTIV Craft: Fall Puzzle Art

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Friday, September 16th, 2:30-4:30pm, Community Room


Join us every month for some fun and creativity! This month, we will use puzzle pieces and canvas to create an art piece to decorate your home for fall. Space and materials are limited.


Space and materials are limited. Please register to reserve your spot.

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Steel String Guitar Concert with Peter Biedermann

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Tuesday, September 20th, 6:30-7:30pm, Community Room


Peter Biedermann is a solo fingerstyle instrumental guitarist based in Green Valley, AZ who has performed since the mid 70s. His music is a hybrid, contemporary style that melds elements of American, European, and other world influences. Peter will perform from his catalog of recordings, take questions from the audience, and provide some of the history and evolution of original fingerstyle guitar playing. 


Registration is not required, but you may sign up to receive email reminders of the event.

Remind Me!

Movie Night: Cyrano

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Wednesday, September 28th, 6:00-8:10pm, Community Room


Join us for a free movie, popcorn, and drinks on the fourth Wednesday of the month. This month, we will be screening Cyrano (2021; Rated PG-13; 2h, 3 min).


Too self-conscious to woo Roxanne himself, wordsmith Cyrano de Bergerac helps young Christian nab her heart through love letters.


Registration is not required, but you may sign up below to receive event reminders.

Remind Me!

Technology

Tech Help

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Can’t figure out how much storage is left in your smartphone or how to unsubscribe from those annoying emails? Then be sure to make an appointment for tech help. Simply call Kristin for an appointment at 401-625-6796 ext. 8 or book a slot below.


Can’t make it during the week? Drop-in on Saturday, September 3rd or 17th, for quick troubleshooting. Drop-in is first-come, first-served.

Make an Appointment

Tech Classes

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Fall tech classes resume the last week of September.


On Tuesday, September 27th, learn how to get free eBooks and audiobooks on your mobile device, computer, or e-reader. Registration is required.


Click below to learn more and to register.

Upcoming Classes

Book Groups

New members are always welcome to any of our book groups. There’s something for everyone! 


Stop by the Information Desk at the library for a copy of the book to be discussed.



'Prairie Fires: the American Dreams of Laura Ingalls Wilder' by Caroline Fraser

Tiverton Public Library Book Group

Friday, September 9th, 10:30am

OR

Wednesday, September 21st, 6:00pm

Community Room

‘The Cat Who Saved Books’ by Sosuke Natsukawa

Bajah’s Book Club

Monday, September 19th, 2:00pm

Bajah’s Cat Café, 137 Main Road


Copies of the book are available at Bajah's Cat Café and the Tiverton Public Library.

'The Memory of Running' by Ron McLarty

Tiverton Senior Center Book Club

Tuesday, September 20th, 10:15am

Tiverton Senior Center

207 Canonicus Street


Copies of the book are available at the Tiverton Senior Center and the Tiverton Public Library.

'The Paris Library' by Janet Skeslien Charles

Union Public Library Book Group

Thursday, September 22nd, 1:00pm

Tiverton Public Library Community Room

Teens

Teen Craft: Friendship Bracelets

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Saturday, September 10th, 1:00-2:00pm, Learning Center

For Grades 6-12


Join us for this month's teen craft: friendship bracelets! We'll be making our very own bracelets out of string. Bring a friend or come and make a new friend!


Supplies are limited, so please register if you plan on attending.

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Teen Movie Night

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Monday, September 12th, 5:30-8:00pm, Community Room


Join us to watch Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001; PG; 2h, 32m) for back-to-school movie night!


Enjoy a free movie, popcorn, and drinks as we kick the school year off by heading to Hogwarts!

Banned Books Week 2022, September 18-24, Books Unite Us, Censorship Divides Us

Banned Books Week

September 18th-24th

 

“Books unite us. They reach across boundaries and build connections between readers. Censorship, on the other hand, divides us and creates barriers.” - from the American Library Association.

Learn More

Fight against censorship by reading challenged and banned books this week. Post what you’re reading on social media and spread the word using #BannedBooksWeek.

Learn About Bullet Journaling

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Monday, September 26th, 6:00-7:00pm, Learning Center


Back in school and need to get organized? Learn about bullet journaling to keep yourself on track!


We'll be watching tutorial videos and setting up our very own bullet journals. Supplies will be available, but if you have a journal or notebook you want to use, feel free to bring your own supplies!

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Kids

Play & Read in the Garden

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Thursdays, September 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th, Library Lawn

Drop by from 10:30-11:30am 

Recommended for children ages 2-6


Stroll around the library lawn and read a picture book. Enjoy a new story each week. At the end of your walk, explore, play, and learn in the children's garden with our friend and Master Gardener, Sheila.


This program is weather-dependent. Please check the library's Facebook page for updates and cancellations.

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Storytime

Mondays, September 12th, 19th, and 26th, 10:30am, Library Patio

Recommended for children ages 1-5


Join Miss Meg and Mr. Monkey on the library's outdoor patio for stories, songs, and games.


Registration is not required. Seats will be distributed on a first-come-first-served basis. Please visit the children’s desk upon arrival to check in for storytime. 

Mini-Makers

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Wednesday, September 14th, Children’s Activity Room

Drop in from 10:30am-12:00pm

Recommended for children ages 3-5


Drop by the activity room to build, create, and explore with a variety of materials.


Registration is not required. Seats will be distributed on a first-come-first-served basis.

Strum Along With Us - A Take & Make Craft Kit 

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Week of September 19th, Children’s Room

Recommended for children ages 3+


Make a mini banjo using a jar lid and some rubber bands. Kits will be available in the children's room the week of September 19th while supplies last. One per child.

Saturday Storytime Stroll

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Saturday, September 24th, Library Lawn  

Drop by from 10:30am–2:00pm 

Recommended for children ages 2-8


Stroll around the library lawn and read the picture book Dog's Colorful Day by Emma Dodd.


This program is weather-dependent. Please check the library's Facebook page for updates and cancellations.

Friends of Tiverton Libraries

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Wednesday, September 14th, 6:30pm, Learning Center



The next meeting of the Friends will be Wednesday, September 14th, at 6:30pm in the Learning Center. All are welcome.

Accepting Book Donations

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The Friends continue accepting donations of books (one bag or small box per library visit please) for the Book Nook. We are sorry, but we cannot accept textbooks, encyclopedias, VHS tapes, or damaged or mildewed books.


Check out the Book Nook, as new items are added all the time. The Specials Tables will feature travel and politics for the month of September.


Thank you--your donations help the Friends support programs at the library!

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