March 19, 2024

Programs at the Weaver Library

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Weaver Library, 41 Grove Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914 401-434-2453 eastprovidencelibrary.org
June Programs

World War Women: The Unsung Heroines of WWII
Monday, June 4, 2018 7pm

World War Women, a one-woman show by actress Judith Kalaora, debuts at the Weaver Library in a program made possible by the generous support of the Friends of the East Providence Public Library. This special performance features the stories of international women who risked their lives to defeat Fascism in World War II.

Gained in Translation ~ A Concert of World Music
Monday, June 11, 2018 7pm

Join Weaver Library for an exciting evening of language and song! Musicians Victoria Richter, Moe Methot, Shep Shapiro, Pat Flanagan and Chris Brooks perform famous jazz and pop songs written and performed by such greats as Frank Sinatra, Dionne Warwick, Jobim, Los Panchos, Brel, Aznavour, Trenet, and Edith Pilaf. Hear songs in French, Portuguese, Spanish, and Russian!

Henry Beston’s Cape Cod with Don Wilding
Monday, June 18, 2018 7pm

Dreaming of summer and the Cape? Writer Don Wilding tells the story behind Henry Beston's classic book The Outermost House , and how Beston, after World War I, tapped into the healing power of nature on Cape Cod's Outer Beach, and how The Outermost House inspired legislators in Washington to establish the Cape Cod National Seashore. Featured are archival photos and rough-cut footage from a documentary film about Beston, now in production.

Weaver Library Farmers Market Opening Day
Thursday, June 21, 2018 4 -7pm

The 2018 Weaver Library Farmers Market features fresh vegetables, local foods and products, live music, and children's programs for a relaxing, fun, and delicious afternoon on the library lawn. Children will enjoy an interactive music program with Fiddle N Fun at 4pm. The ever popular RI artist Jesse Liam will perform at 5pm. Bring your lawn chair for the concert!

The Weaver Library Farmers' Market welcomes customers using SNAP/EBT, WIC, Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program coupons, and credit or debit cards. Thanks to a grant from Farm Fresh RI, SNAP customers can double their SNAP in 2018! For every dollar you swipe with EBT, you'll get a FREE dollar in Bonus Bucks for buying fruits and vegetables.

The Azores: An Armchair Travel Program with Tony Avila and Joe Serodio
Monday, June 25, 2018 7pm

Explore the Azores in the beautiful audio video presentation of professional photographer Tony Avila and learn about the 9 islands from Joe Serodio, who has sent thousands to the Azores in the past 40 years as past owner of America Travel. Discover the treasures of these islands, one of Europe's most fascinating landscapes, without leaving your chair.

Weaver Library Farmers Market ~ Week 2
Thursday, June 28, 2018 4 -7pm

Enjoy a taste of Portugal and the Azores at the Weaver Library Farmers’ Market this week. Joining our farmers and vendors will be cookbook author Maria Lawton or as she calls herself, The Azorean Green Bean. Learn about her latest adventure into public television! The food truck Portugalo will be at the market with delicious sandwiches too! The Market welcomes the band Farm Dog to perform for the first time.



Weaver Library programs are free and open to all. No registration necessary unless otherwise noted.

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