April 19, 2024
Libraries & Museums
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Captain Nathaniel Dodge (1844 – 1905) was recently honored this past June 7 with the placement of a United States Lighthouse Service Memorial Marker at his gravesite in the Island Cemetery on … more
Paint a Rainbow Wreath:  Thursday, June 8, 4:00 at Riverside Library. For children ages 4+ PRIDE in a Bottle: Monday, June 12, 4:00-5:00 at Riverside Library. For children … more
The Fuller Creative Learning Center continues its schedule of programs and workshops. The schedule for June includes: Adults/Young Adults Block of the Month - Tuesday, June 6 or 20 … more
The 1938 hurricane wreaked havoc on New England. Winds of more than 150 miles an hour caused a massive storm surge, resulting in hundreds of lives lost, widespread flooding and destruction of most … more
“2nd Sunday” Summer Open House : June 11 Hikes at Hunt’s : 1:30 at the Gazebo Family Games: 1 - 3PM “Roots” at EPHS : 1-3pm at the Ed Center John Hunt Museum - 65 Hunts … more
Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse was one of 16 non-profit organizations recently awarded a matching grant for historic preservation from The 1772 Foundation in cooperation with Preserve Rhode … more
East Providence, RI: (May 17, 2023) - Looking for summer fun? Look no further than our outdoor Summer Block Parties on the lawn at Weaver Library. The East Providence Library Summer Block Parties … more
Smithfield, RI (May 16, 2023) – Exploring the trails in the evening, under a sky full of stars, can seem like a great adventure. You are transported to another world where there are mysterious … more
The Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse recently held a 5K and 10k run through Riverside to raise funds to maintain the historical landmark. Participation by local residents was outstanding, as was … more
NEWPORT, R.I. – This year’s Newport Flower Show will take visitors on a colorful and beautiful voyage through the floral world, all within the spectacular rooms, terrace and lawn of … more
Stock up for summer reading at the Books by the Bag Sale at your local library. Fill up as many paper bags (provided) as you like with novels, children's books, biographies and books on a wide range … more
Looking for a unique adventure this summer without going far from home? The Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse have scheduled tours to the historical island light station all summer long. The summer … more
Since April 12, we have had an incubator of Rhody Red and Dominique eggs in the children’s room at Weaver Library. The chicks will be ready to hatch between May 2-4. After they have hatched, … more
Baby and Toddler Social Hour - Thursday, May 4, 10:30-11:30am Bring your little ones to play with the library toys and socialize with other little ones! No registration required. RISPCA Storytime - … more
Storytime Yoga presented by Create Power Yoga Wednesdays, May 10, 17, 24, 10:30am The Storytime Yoga series, geared to walkers through kindergarten, is a combination of movement and reading! We … more
Join the Rhode Island Daughters of the American Revolution as they dedicate an America 250 marker in honor of the men and women who achieved American independence. The ceremony will include a wreath laying in honor of those who sacrificed so … more
Tired of rummaging through assorted books stacked on tables at your typical book sale? Then come to the Spring Book Sale sponsored by The Friends of the East Providence Public Library, Friday, April … more
Monday, May 15 6:30-7:30pmWeaver Library is proud to present Ritchee Price LIVE in Concert @ WEAVERFor over 58 years, Ritchee Price has been delighting crowds all over the world with his signature … more
In 1869, the J. & E. Stevens Company of Cromwell Connecticut began making iron banks that performed an action when coins were deposited into them. Mechanical banks quickly became popular with … more
The Fuller Creative Learning Center continues its schedule of programs and workshops. The schedule for May includes: Adults/Young Adults EP Community Connections with EPPC - Thursday, … more
Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse will join in Earth Day activities this year by sponsoring a clean-up of the shoreline at Lighthouse Cove, from the Veolia water treatment plant to … more
• VR Headsets: Wednesday May 1 & 8 3:30-4:30pm at the Fuller Creative Learning Center Stop in and try our new VR headsets and find out more about their availability for whenever you want to … more
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 … more
Lace up your sneakers! The third annual Run for Lighthouse will step off on Saturday morning, April 22, 2023 and everyone is invited. Young and old, novice and experienced, runners, walkers and … more
May 2023 Program Highlights from the Audubon Society of Rhode Island(April 1, 2023) – May brings the best birding of the year so grab your binoculars and search for spring migrants with an … more
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