The Friends of the East Providence Public Library have put together a wide selection of gently used holiday-themed items to kick off the season – Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. The Holiday Sale …

Pomham Rocks Lighthouse, located on an island off the coast of Riverside, is known for its bright red beacon that shines on Narragansett Bay. But this holiday season, the light station will cast an …

(November 3, 2026) – Take a break from the holiday rush and enjoy some time in nature this season. Bundle up for an owl prowl on a crisp winter’s night, bring a friend for stargazing, or craft a …

Crafternoon Monday, November 2, 3:45pm at Weaver Library Ages 5+ Use a variety of materials to create whatever you can imagine! Materials include construction paper, cardboard tubes, fabric, tissue paper, felt, and more. Follow a theme, or free-style it - it's up to you!

Winter Hibernation, Nov. 19 Hands On Nature from Berlin, MA presents a program on winter hibernation at 2:30 on Thurs. Nov. 19, which is an early release day from school. Find out how your favorite …

Sandie Gauthier, Teen Librarian Teen Drop In Community Service Tuesdays, November 10, 17, 24 5:30-7:30pm Fuller Creative Learning Center Drop in at Riverside Branch for Teen Service time! Tasks vary …

Preschool Storytime Tuesday, November 10 Special Turkey Tales Tuesday, November 17 10:00 AM Ages 3-5 At preschool storytime, children ages 3-5 are encouraged to engage with stories, sing songs, and …

November News for Tweens & Teens This month, we have the opportunity to learn hand sewing techniques to create a hand-made zip-up pouch! This is a two-session workshop led by local artist and …

Our 2027 Season: The Hornbine Neighborhood: Dawn Azar is already busy preparing for our 2027 season, which will feature the theme “The Hornbine Neighborhood.” Throughout the season, we will …

The schedule for November includes: Fuller Creative Learning Center: • Charity Sewing - Tuesdays in November (EXCEPT Nov 3rd) 12:30-3pm • DIY Duct Tape Wallets - Thursday, November 5 6-7pm • …

Our next Big Book Sale will be on November 7th from 9-3. The books and puzzles will be half price. There will be a Thanksgiving raffle basket. You may purchase tickets in the lobby as well as on the …

Local owls are busy setting up territories, finding mates and calling to each other in late autumn and throughout the winter. Join Audubon for brisk evening walks on the trails to search for resident owls during this magical time of year. Owl programs and prowls fill quickly – be sure to register early.

A big THANK YOU to our wonderful community for making our recent Annual Book Sale in October such a success!

When people in Rehoboth think of clam bakes, Frances Farm or the Antiquarian Society’s August Clam Bake usually come to mind. But few realize that one of the earliest clam bakes in Rehoboth began …

Annual Book Sale Oct. 9-11 We hope to see you at the Blanding’s annual used book sale and raffle this year, a three-day event sponsored by the Friends of the Blanding Library.  Hours: …

Fuller Creative Learning Center: • Charity Sewing - Tuesdays in October 12:30-3pm • Halloween Greeting Card - Thursday, October 1 6-7pm • Dungeons and Dragons*: The Keep on the Borderlands - …

Teen Drop In Community Service Tuesdays, October 6, 13, 20, 27, 5:30-7:30pm Fuller Creative Learning Center Drop in at Riverside Branch for Teen Service time! Tasks vary from week to week, depending …

Animal Shelter Pet Blanket Kit registration opens Oct 1 Register to make a blanket for animal shelter adoptions. Kit pickup begins Nov 2. Preschool Storytime Tuesday, October 6 10:00 AM Ages 3-5 At …

Audubon Society of Rhode Island’s long-running Osprey Monitoring Program has documented a decline in nesting success during the 2026 breeding season. Only 38% of the 339 monitored nests successfully fledged young, making 2026 one of the poorest breeding seasons in the past decade.

Thanks to the generous support of our community, The Friends of the Blanding Public Library proudly funded a wide range of free programs in 2026—from children’s activities and family yoga to science presentations, music events, and our beloved summer reading challenge and holiday celebrations.

Kids Halloween Costume Swap October 1-31, open hours at Weaver Library Back for another Halloween season! Come to the Weaver Library Children's Room during our normal business hours with a gently …

Thank you again to all who came to our last Big Book Sale. We appreciate the time you take to support the library programs with your purchase there and at our daily sales in the lobby. Our next Big …

October Events for Tweens & Teens Our Teen programs this month probably couldn't be any more different from each other--Videogame Coding and Improv Acting! Sign up for one or both, and be sure to …

Volunteer members of Friends of the East Providence Public Library have gathered more than 100 special or unusual books that have been donated by library patrons. These collectible books will be …

Have you ever returned your books to the outside book drop at Weaver Library or sat on the bench outside the main entrance? These were paid for by Friends of the East Providence Public Library. Ever …