Coming August 4! Creativebug online crafting classes. Fiber crafts, paper crafts, kids and adults with materials lists, easy to follow instructions and classes that build on others. Can be used inside the library as well as at home with your library card.

College and Career Training with RI Educational Opportunity Center

Monday, August 4 - 6pm

For adults looking to start or resume college, find a career-training program, or find other educational options like GED or ESL classes, the Rhode Island Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) is there for would-be learners across the state. This program reviews some educational options in and around Rhode Island, as well as giving some introductory information specific to college admissions and financial aid. It will also discuss ways that EOC can help eligible Rhode Islanders with finding and applying to programs, as well as requesting financial aid that may be available.



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Jesse Liam Trio

Wednesday, August 6 - 6pm



My father Jack Gauthier and I are part of the Jesse Liam Band, and our band has been performing at concert venues around Rhode Island and southern New England for over a decade now. Performing as a trio act, we offer a high-energy, participatory show, performing songs from multiple generations, as well as fan favorite original songs. 

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RI Native Bees and Pollinator Gardening with URI Master Gardeners

Thursday, August 7 - 10am

Learn how you can help in pollinator conservation and the importance of native plants in the landscape. Learn about the diversity of native bees and their importance in our ecosystems. In this workshop we will explore some of the common threats to bees, such as habitat loss, invasive species, pesticide use and climate change. You will also learn some of the ways the homeowner, gardener, or bee enthusiast can help support native pollinators. These topics will include information on native plants, the importance of floral diversity, rethinking your lawn, and other ways to garden to benefit native pollinators. We will have a collection of useful handouts prepared (e.g., URI Bee Lab recommended pollinator plants, how to find native plants for your region, and best gardening practices for native bees).



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The Web They Wove

Friday, August 8 - 1pm



Underpinning the sensationalism of battle reports & broadsides is the often silent steadiness of women’s work with textiles. The choices they made every day about fashion and fabric consumption & creation drove the course of Revolution just as determinedly as any congress. As southern New England commemorates the 250th anniversary (semiquincentennial) of the War for Independence, it is these local lives dressed in fulled wool or spun silk that continue to inspire creativity, resilience, and empathy in us today. From the mythology of homespun to legends of midnight rides in red cloaks & calashes, the Dirty Blue Shirts share stories of women who waged war on multiple fronts as well as a look at what they wore as their worlds turn’d upside down. This program is presented by costumed historians and includes reproduction clothing pieces & fabric samples as well as a PowerPoint presentation with images of extant originals.

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Upcycled Book Art

Friday, August 8- 2pm



We will be upcycling old books in the Makerspace and turning them into pieces of art for you to take home! Old and beaten up books will be provided.

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

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Sewing Tote Bags

Tuesday, August 12- 4:30pm



Nora Barnes will be coming in to teach adults how to use sewing machines on August 12th from 4:30 - 6pm to make fun tote bags with a variety of fabrics and patterns!

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

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Beneficial Garden Insects with Audubon

Tuesday, August 12 - 6pm

The pollinators of the world are losing ground at an alarming rate. Learn what has been happening to their populations and what you can do on your property to support pollinator health. The food, nesting, and sheltering needs of pollinators will be discussed as well as simple changes you can make to your gardens. Maintenance schedules, curbing the use of pesticides, and growing native plants can all encourage these vital little beings to thrive.



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Learn to Sew with Lynn

Monday, August 18 - 1pm

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



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Watercolor with Sue Greco

Friday, August 22 - 10am

Paint a watercolor dolphin with Sue Greco



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Soapmaking with Nora Barnes

Monday, August 25 - 4pm

In the Makerspace, join Nora Barnes in creating your own soap.

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Narragansett Historical Society Speaker Series

Wednesday, August 27 - 6pm

Join historian Tim Cranston as he describes the life of prominent families that settled in South County after King Phillips War. These families developed large-scale plantations, raising dairy cattle, sheep, and the horses that came to be called famed Narragansett pacers. They also produced cheese and raised corn and other crops. Learn about the Triangle Trade that took place between Rhode Island, West Africa, and the Caribbean islands – supporting the Rhode Island agrarian economy. Learn, also, of the factors that came into play to wind down this large-plantation era.



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The Stories Stones Hold

Thursday, August 28 - 1pm

The ancestors of today’s Narragansett people, have been shaping stones for thousands of years, and from that level of thoughtfulness and artistry, their modern descendants demonstrate inherent stone working skills by transforming the trade of masonry into cultural expression. The Stories Stones Hold, with Chrystal Mars Baker, a Tomaquag Museum educator, delves into the masterful and unique Narragansett Native stone artistry with a screening of the film "Stories in Stone” followed by imagery and discussion of the exceptional Narragansett stone masonry imagination, detail, skill and Native pride. 



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3d Printing Workshop

Thursday, August 28 - 3pm

 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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Recycling and Composting at Home

Thursday, August 28 - 6pm

 Did you know that Rhode Island’s landfill is on track to be full in 20 years? This is one of the many reasons why recycling & composting our waste is so important. In this presentation, we will learn how the recycling system works in Rhode Island, what recycling options are available for South County residents, and will clarify what items can be recycled. We will also discuss the options and how-to’s for composting.



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Fae Rosenthal Celebration of the Arts Events

Fashion Doll Drawing with Corrine

Saturday, August 2 - 12pm



In this creative drawing class you are invited to bring your favorite Barbie, or any fashion doll, to show the class. Then some samples of Barbie in different time period fashions will be shown and just a dash of Barbie history about her evolving evolution. Everyone will get a Barbie template and you will be free to design your own fashion idea or copy an existing one over this Barbie outline. The 1st outline will be a warm up and 2nd will be to design the doll's hair as well as costume. Pencils, pens and colored markers will be readily available for everyone.  

Space is limited



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Paint Your Own Coaster

Thursday, August 7 - 6pm

Join Kris Onsgard in painting a set of tile coasters using alcohol ink.

Space is limited



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Take Great Pictures with Your Smart Phone

Saturday, August 16- 10:30am



The quality of smartphone cameras is improving rapidly. In many situations, they work quite well as stand-ins for 35mm cameras. Therefore, dragging around a heavy camera, hoping not to miss that great picture opportunity, is no longer necessary. A good quality smartphone camera may work almost as well.

This class is for those interested in producing high-quality images with their smartphone cameras. That means learning and understanding the camera controls as well as when and how to use them. Doing so will put the photographer in better control of their camera. And that will mean significantly improved photographs.

Please note: This class will not cover the taking of selfies. 

Space is Limited

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Paint Party with Mermaid Masterpieces

Wednesday, August 20 - 4pm

Join Becky from Mermaid Masterpieces in learning step by step how to paint your very wave masterpiece!

Space is limited



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Walking Club

Friday, August 1 - 10am

Friday, August 15 - 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 August 1

Registration August 15

Gentle Yoga with Pam

Saturday, August 9 - 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, August 25 - 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, August 28 - 4pm

Join Susan Peck in a relaxing meditation practice

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Monthly Movie - Sinners

Tuesday August 26 2pm and 5:30pm

R, 128 minutes.

Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers (Jordan) return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back.

No registration required.

Adult Book Clubs

Morning Book Talk

Monday,

August 25 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,

August 13 - 1:00pm

This month we'll be reading You Are Here by Karin Lin-Greenberg

Copies are available at the Circulation Desk.

Evening

Wednesday,

August 27 - 6:30pm

This month we'll be reading

Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict

Copies are available at the Circulation Desk.

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Through Me to You Puppetry!

Saturday, August 2 - 10:30am



On Saturday August 2nd at 10:30am, children ages 0-10 and their families are invited to join us for a puppet show run by Leigh Baltzer of “Through Me to You Puppetry”! Through Me To You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and the gang for Puppet Story Time!  Newton and his puppet friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the children. At the end of the 30-minute show, his “Mom,” Leigh, gives the kids a brief demo of various puppet styles (moving mouth puppets, glove puppets, arm & rod puppets, finger puppets). The children will then have an opportunity to explore some of the puppets Leigh & Newton bring to share during Puppet Free Play. Our half-hour show is geared to ages 3-7, but all are welcome! Registration is required and begins on July 18th. 

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Summer Reading Ice Cream Party!

Friday, August 15 - 2pm

On Friday August 15th between 2pm-4pm, kids and teens who are in our Summer Reading program are invited to an Ice Cream Party in our Program Room! We will have music and ice cream with toppings. Get your last Summer Reading prizes and celebrate all you have read this summer! Registration is required and begins on August 1st.

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Beach Hut Sewing Workshop

Tuesday, August 19 - 11:00 am

For ages 8 and up, Lynn Murphy from the Beach Hut will be coming in to teach kids how to sew on our sewing machines along with the basics of hand sewing!

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

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3D Printing Workshop for Teens

Friday, August 29 -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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