Adult Makers Open Studio Hours


Laser Cutter · Button Maker · Vinyl Cutter · Laptops

Sublimation Printer · Heat Press · Wacom Tablet

Sewing Machines · Glass engraving · T-shirt design   


Tuesdays · 5:30pm - 7:30pm

November 1, 8, 22, 29

December 6, 13, 20, 27


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Before attending an open studio for the first time, please schedule a training appointment for the tool or software you want to learn.

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Sewing 101 for Grown-ups


Thursday, November 10, 10am-12pm



Email [email protected] to register.

Weaving Explorations: Maker Workshops for Adults


Tuesdays, November 8, 15, 22, 29, 10am-12pm


Learn to weave on a frame loom! We will explore different techniques such as plain weave and tapestry. Materials provided; no experience necessary.


Email [email protected] to register. 

Repair Lab: Darning and Patching Worn-out Clothing


Wednesdays, November 16, 30, 6-7:30pm


Bring an item of clothing or textile to repair and we will provide fabric, yarns, needles and teach repair techniques!


Email [email protected] to register. 

Meet the Artists

Community Arts Celebration


Wednesday, November 9th, 6pm


Join library manager and amateur photographer, Dhana Whiteing, in conversation with local exhibiting artists Cindy Miranda, Kevin Frias-Ozuna, and Beverly Robertson!


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Community Painting Hours for Grown-ups


Wednesdays  ·  6pm-7:30pm 

November 2, 23, 30 

December 7, 28


We're celebrating our favorite public spaces in Providence with a community painting! Based on source material from seven local photographers, our second community painting celebrates our favorite parks, streets, community gardens and other places we love. We need your help painting these beautiful wood etchings. Stop by the library during community painting hours to add your mark!


Register Here

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