After 35 years, our beloved director, Patti Arkwright turns the page on this chapter. Patrons will see most likely see her around the library at different events. Anyone wishing to say a few words are invited to a casual gathering on Friday September 5 from 3pm-5pm

Perception Class with Nora

Tuesday, September 2 - 6pm

Perception is our interpretation of the stimuli that come in through our senses. How we make 

sense of what we perceive depends on many things. This workshop will look at some of those things that influence our perception including advertising, packaging, logos and even our own biological abilities to focus on details.  Examples of some controversial subliminal ads will be shown in the presentation.  Our discussion will include some activities, games and a blind taste test!  



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Ocean Printmaking with 15 Minute Field Trips

Wednesday, September 3 - 1pm



With Melissa from 15 Minute Field Trips create an underwater or shoreline scene through printmaking using found and repurposed objects. Learn about our local species and how to protect them.

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Learn to Sew with Lynn

Monday, September 8 - 1pm

Using the library's sewing machines and some hand sewing techniques, participants will take home a handmade creation they made themselves.

Rescheduled from August 18



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Table Top Runner with Lynn

Tuesday, September 9 - 1pm

Join Lynn from Time to Design as she leads a class in making a festive table top runner.



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Hearing Loss and Winning Solutions with Prof. Nancy Shuster

Wednesday, September 10 - 1:30pm

Wednesday, September 17-1:30pm



Professor Nany Shuster will offer a two session program on hearing loss based on her book, HEARING LOSS AND WINNING SOLUTIONS. Professor Shuster is deaf and uses a cochlear implant to hear. She lives with hearing loss and still is able to teach and travel and enjoys her lifestyle. There will be two classes, and students who attend both classes will get a free copy of her book. She has worn the cochlear implant for 12 years. In the past before the implant she wore hearing aids. This two session program will meet at the library on two class dates one week apart.

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Historic Armories of Rhode Island

Wednesday, September 10- 6pm



The oldest of the standing armories in Rhode Island was built in 1835 and the newest in 1928. Brick and granite, wood and stone - these 18 armories have survived through times where lesser architecture would have failed - over half of the existing buildings are on the National Register of Historic Places. Besides their military missions to safely store arms and to provide homes for military units, Rhode Island's armories have a close attachment to the state's citizenry. From dances and meetings to circuses with Tom Thumb, voting, polio clinics, car shows, State Inauguration Balls - and home to the fast break in basketball, the armories have welcomed the people of Rhode Island. This presentation includes all 18 RI historic armories.

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Jane Austen Tea and Bingo

Monday, September 15- 1pm



Celebrating Jane Austen's 250th birthday, play a fun game bingo related to Austen's books and characters, win some whimsical prizes and sip some literary tea.

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The Story of Wampum with Tomaquag Museum

Wednesday, September 17 - 6pm

The history of Wampum told by the Tomaquag Museum.



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Introduction to Cloud Storage with Sam

Thursday, September 18 - 4pm

Join Sam for a session on the basics of cloud storage, featuring a look at the four major providers: Apple iCloud, Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, and Dropbox.



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Food is Medicine with Sheryl

Friday, September 19 - 1pm (runs for 4 weeks)

Learn how to prepare nutritious and flavorful meals on a budget and decrease your risk of obesity and related chronic diseases through food and diet changes. Classes run for 4 weeks.



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Narragansett Historical Society Speaker Series

Wednesday, September 24 - 6pm

Setting the Record Straight- Relationship of the Colonials to the Native Populations with Tim Cranston

 An honest reckoning of South County history requires a “warts and all” examination of our dealings with the indigenous population as well as a long hard look at Rhode Island’s complicated connections with the institution of slavery. Join Tim Cranston as he sets the record straight about these two aspects of our region’s complex story.



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Community Drop in Office Hours with Rep. Magaziner's Staff

Thursday, September 25 - 1pm

A staff person from Rep. Magaziner's office will be on hand to answer your questions regarding various things a federal agency can help with. No registration necessary.



Bonus Movie: Emma

Saturday, September 27 - 1pm

A headstrong, high-spirited, and privileged young woman severely overestimates her matchmaking abilities as she meddles in the romantic lives of people in her small and sleepy English town during the 1800s. Hard-won knowledge about the intricacies of love compels her to reconsider her vow to never marry.



3d Printing Workshop

Monday, September 29 - 2pm

 Learn how to operate and use a 3D printer, while answering any questions you may have about the technology. The class will culminate in 3D printing something that you can take home with you.

Seats are limited, registration is required, and materials are provided.



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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle with Charlotte

Monday, September 29 - 6pm

 Recycling is an important step in reducing waste, but it’s not the first step. In this presentation we’ll discuss tips for reducing waste and reusing items at home and will have an in-depth review of how and what to recycle in Rhode Island.



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Fae Rosenthal Celebration of the Arts Events

Custom Lobster Buoy with Hammer and Stain

Thursday, September 4 - 5pm



Join AJ Bothun from Hammer and Stain in Wickford and create a custom lobster buoy.

Space is limited



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Dragonfly Lanterns with Creative Space Art Studio

Tuesday, September 16 - 5:30pm

Join Kristin Rich from Creative Space Art Studio and paint a Dragonfly lantern. Provided for by the Fae Rosenthal Celebration of the Arts Fund.

Space is limited



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Watercolor Floral Painting with Sue Greco

Friday, September 19- 1:00pm



Floral watercolor painting with Sue Greco. 

Space is Limited

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Fall Floral Design Class

Tuesday, September 30 - 5pm

With Donna from Floral Designs by Donna, come make a Fall Pumpkin Floral Design. Come learn how to make this beautiful design! With your choice of reusable White or Orange Pumpkin!

Space is limited



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Walking Club

Friday, September 5 - 10am

Friday, September 19 - 10am

Get your steps in and join us at the South County Bike Path! The group will meet at the entrance next to the Narragansett Community Center. In the event of inclement weather the walk will be cancelled.

Registration September 5

Registration September 19

Gentle Yoga with Pam

Cancelled for this month. Be sure to sign up for October

Monthly Meditation

Thursday, September 11- 6:30pm

These classes will teach "Inner Light Meditation" which is an ancient and powerful technique designed to elevate the consciousness and increase our awareness of our true inner self; that is not our body nor our mind. 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. Registration is required. 

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Genealogy Club

Monday, September 8 - 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.

Meditation with Susan Peck

Thursday, September 25 - 4pm

Join Susan Peck in a relaxing meditation practice

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Monthly Movie - September 5

Tuesday September 23 2pm and 5:30pm

2024 R, 91 minutes.

During the 1972 Munich Olympics, an American sports broadcasting crew finds itself thrust into covering the hostage crisis involving Israeli athletes

No registration required.

Adult Book Clubs

Morning Book Talk

Monday, September 8

10:30am

Monday September 22 10:30am

Join us for coffee and chat about what you're reading!

A great way to get new book suggestions from others.

Afternoon

Wednesday,

September 10 - 1:00pm

This month we are reading Soul of an Octopus by Sy Montgomery. Copies are available at the Circulation Desk.

Evening

Wednesday,

September 24 - 6:30pm

This month we'll be reading

Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

Copies are available at the Circulation Desk.

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Kids Painting Class with Sue Greco

Tuesday, September 9 -5:00pm



On Tuesday September 9th at 5pm, ages 7-11 are invited to do a step-by-step canvas painting of the night sky with Sue Greco. Sue Greco is a local artist, and will be helping us to add lights to our canvases to make them glow. This program is sponsored by the Fae Rosenthal Celebration of the Arts grant. Reg. is required and begins on 8/26.

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One Up Games

Saturday, September 20 -11am



Retro Gaming with One Up Games!: On Saturday September 20th at 11am, all ages may join us in celebrating Gansett Days with some Retro Gaming! One Up Games will bring in many nostalgic video games for participants to try out with the whole family. Our presenters will teach us a little about the games and assist in gameplay if needed. This group will be from 11am-12pm. Registration is required and begins on September 5th. 

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3D Printing Workshop for Teens

Friday, September 26 -4:00pm

We will be learning how to operate and use a 3D printer, while answering any questions you may have about the technology. The class will culminate in us 3D printing something that you can take home with you.

Seats are limited, registration is required, and materials are provided.

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