February 2017 Children's Activities at EP Libraries

Take Your Child To The Library Day @Weaver Library
Saturday, February 4, 2017
10:00-4:00 - Build with Legos in the Children's Room
Introduce your child to all the wonderful things the library has to offer: music, movie nights, math clubs, chess, reading buddies, art, online tutoring, toys, cooking classes, yoga, language instruction, and more! We're so much more than books!

Diy Crafts @Riverside Branch Library
For kids in grade 6 & up
February 7, 3:00-4:00 – Collage Cards
Create a Valentine or a card for any occasion. Register: Call 401-433-4877.
February 21, 2:00-3:30 - Cell Phone Stands
Use cardboard, decorative paper and washi tape to make a decorative stand for your phone.

Weekly Storytimes - January 18 – May 11, 2017
Registration is not required. Half hour storytimes include stories, songs, crafts, and other activities.
Wednesdays, 9:30am, ages birth - 36 months @ Riverside Library
Wednesdays, 6:30pm, ages 2 – 6 @ Weaver Library
Thursdays, 9:30am, ages birth – 36 months @ Weaver Library
Thursdays, 10:30am, ages 3 – 6 @ Weaver Library

Chess Club @Riverside Branch Library
Thursdays, January 19 – February 23, 3:30-4:30 for kids in grades 1-12
Learn how to play, or improve your skills.
Register: Call 401-433-4877.

Marshmallow Snowman Craft @Riverside Branch Library
Wednesday, February 22, 11:00-noon (drop-in)
For all ages

Family Entertainer Keith Munslow In Concert @Weaver Library
Thursday, February 23, 1:00
For families with children ages 4+. Songs & Stories, Cartoons & Comedy! An award-winning performer and wildly funny guy who combines rock solid funky piano playing, soulful singing, hilarious stories, and lightning fast cartooning - all in one show!

Family Movies @Riverside Branch Library
The BFG - Thursday, February 23, 6:00 – Adventure/Family/Fantasy (2016, 117 min.)

Legos At The Library @Weaver Library
Friday, February 24, 10:00-11:00
Explore the endless possibilities of building with LEGOs. All ages welcome.

Film Club @Weaver Library
Mondays, January 23 – February 13, 3:15-4:30 for kids in grade 4 & up
Kids will view animated and live action short films from around the world (ranging from 5-30 min. in length) followed by a fun film-related, hands-on activity. Films selected were inspired by the past Providence Children’s Film Festival programming. For weekly schedule and to register, call 401-434-2453.

Open Art Studio @Weaver
Tuesdays, February 7 - March 14, 3:00-4:30
Drop-in creative art experiences for children with caregivers designed to inspire the creative process. Try a different art medium each week – mosaic, wax-resist, yarn art, and more!


Reading Buddies
The library matches volunteers, ages 13-adult, with elementary school children to read together for one hour each week at the library. For more information, call or stop into the Weaver Library (434-2453).

$$$ Read Down Your Fines $$$
Kids 18 and younger can “pay” their overdue fines by reading in the library. Just tell a librarian before you start reading, and when you finish reading, and we will waive $1 for every 30 minutes of reading.

Looking For A Tutor?
Check out our website to interact with a live tutor. “Tutor.com” tutors can help you with homework, studying for an exam, or understanding today’s lesson.
Math, Science, Social Studies, and English – all levels including AP.
Tutor.com tutors are available every day from 2:00pm-10:00pm.


Weaver Memorial Library, 41 Grove Ave., East Providence, RI 401-434-2453
Monday – Thursday 9-8; Friday & Saturday 9-5, Sunday 1:00-5:00

Riverside Branch Library, 475 Bullocks Point Ave., Riverside, RI 401-433-4877
Monday – Thursday 9-8; Friday & Saturday 10-5

www.eastprovidencelibrary.org
For more information, contact the location where the activity is being held, or the main Youth Services Department at 434-2453.