Weaver Library 2017 June Programs

41 Grove Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914 401-434-2453 www.eastprovidencelibrary.org

Gardening is Murder
Monday, June 5, 2017 7:00pm
Mystery writer Neal Sanders is the spouse of an avid gardener, so he has spent lots of time observing gardeners and their foibles. "Gardening is Murder" weaves those observations into an illustrated talk that is humorous and informative.

Guitarra Latina: Music from Puerto Rico, Paraguay, Brazil and Venezuela
Monday, June 12, 2017 7:00pm
Classical guitarist Mychal Gendron, who has been performing for over thirty years, presents a concert featuring the musical contributions of Puerto Rico, Paraguay, Brazil, and Venezuela.

Meeting of the Minds Discussion Group
Wednesdays, June 14, and June 28, 2017 10am -12pm
Meeting of the Minds, a daytime discussion series led by Ron Massa, is a two-hour forum for the exchange of ideas both contemporary and timeless. The first hour focuses on a topic of political, social, and/or cultural interest drawn from the news of the day; the second on matters of philosophical interest. Join a lively, thoughtful, and enjoyable conversation!

PORTUGUESE from SOHO - Film Screening
Monday June 19, 2017 7:00pm
The Arte Institute (NY) in partnership with the Vice Consulate of Portugal in Providence is pleased to present the film "Portuguese from SoHo" at the East Providence Public Library. The documentary “Portuguese from SoHo – a story that changed its geography”, a film by Ana Miranda, aims to tell the story of the first Portuguese immigrants arriving in the SoHo area of Manhattan, New York, after the Second World War. Director Miranda will be present at the screening.

Make Music Rhode Island at the Weaver Library!
Wednesday, June 21, 2017 5:30 – 7:30pm
Make Music Rhode Island is a free, outdoor day of music and an international celebration. Completely different from a typical music festival, Make Music is open to anyone who wants to take part. We invite every kind of musician — young and old, amateur and professional, of every musical persuasion —to share their music with the community. Join us with your instrument on the lawn of the library and make music, East Providence!

Weaver Library Farmers Market Opening Day
Thursdays, June 22, 2017 4pm -7pm
Musicians Keith Munslow and Bridget Brewer entertain at 4pm!
Start your summer season with delicious, local, and healthy foods, great music, and fun on the library lawn. Relax, let the children play, find a good book, and go home with delicious food. By supporting your local farmer, producer, vendor, musician, and library, you are building a stronger community. Enjoy a concert by the fabulous and fun Keith Munslow and Bridget Brewer as they perform songs from their newest CD Big Buncha Buddies.

Film Screening - An Interview with Kasim Hafeez, a Muslim Zionist
Monday, June 26, 2017 7pm
Kasim Hafeez, a British Muslim of Pakistani origin shares the story of his transformation from Islamic radicalism to pro-Israel activism in a television interview on Focus Today, a daily program of TheDoveMedia, Inc. A commentary period will follow the film. Co-sponsored by the Weaver Library and Rhode Island pro-Israel community groups.

Library events are free and open to all. Questions? Call 401-434-2453. www.eastprovidencelibrary.org.