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.

(September 2, 2026) – Sip, savor and celebrate fall at Audubon’s Birds and Brews or join eerie nighttime hikes in search of owls. Bring the kids for outdoor autumn explorations and a Happy …

Annual Book Sale Coming Up Mark your calendars for our annual used book sale and raffle in early October, sponsored by the Friends of the Blanding Library.  Friday Oct. 9, 5-7, Friends preview sale. New members can sign up at that time.

Celebrate this fall the old‑fashioned way — with children-friendly games, fun activities, fresh cider and donuts, and a community yard sale at Hornbine School Museum’s APPLE DAYS SUNDAY, …

(REHOBOTH, MA) – The Declaration of Independence: Remembering Our Nation's Founding Document Lunch and Learn Join the Carpenter Museum for a lunchtime discussion exploring one of the most important …

UPCOMING OPEN HOUSE DATES: Sundays from 2-4 pm on 8/9, 8/23, 9/13, 9/27, Apple Days 10/4. Plan your visit today! APPLE DAYS: Hornbine School is delighted to announce the return of “Apple Days”! …

October 4, 2026 Frederick Moyer, piano November 15, 2026 Francesca Anderegg, violin and piano February 7, 2027 Chris Taylor Trio, piano, bass and drums March 7, 2027 Ekstasis Duo, …

Save the Date! The 2026 annual Book Sale & Raffle returns October 9–11, 2026. This community favorite offers thousands of gently used books, games, puzzles, DVDs, and CDs at extremely …

Summer at the Library Come in and get your reading log, bookmarks, brag tags, and more. The Blanding will be offering lots of amazing programs this summer.  The library will feature Statewide …

OPEN HOUSES Visit us July 12th & 26th to explore our “3 R’s: Road to Revolution in Rehoboth.” Our displays highlight local connections to key Revolutionary War figures, Colonial Currency, …

The Blanding Public Library offers a wide variety of programs that bring our community together—from children's activities and family events to educational presentations, reading initiatives, and …

Rhode Island is the Second State in the Nation to Restrict Dangerous Anticoagulant Rodenticides: Protecting Our Communities, Pets, Wildlife and Birds of Prey Smithfield, RI (June 19, 2026) – With …

(June 8, 2026) – Avoid the heat in July and explore nature when the temperatures are cool. Evenings bring fireflies in the field, bats overhead, and moon lit hikes. Enjoy morning breezes on bird …

(May 5, 2026) – Start your summer off right – in the great outdoors! Discover some of the amazing birds, bats, and insects that thrive in the Ocean State. Pick up a paintbrush at the Maxwell Mays …

Children's Book Sale June 9-11                   There will be a sale of gently used books for children …

On May 17th, several young girls attended our Felicity‑themed Sewing Bee. Surrounded by the historic desks and slate boards, the girls stepped back into the world of 1774 as they learned simple …

The Friends of the Blanding Public Library gratefully accept donations of gently used books, games, puzzles, DVDs, and CDs for our 2026 Book Sale & Raffle the weekend of October 9-11. Donations in …

Matt York Returns May 13 Johnny Cash and Bob Dylan will be the musical focus of Matt York, who returns to the library on Wed. May 13 at 6:30. In this musical evening, Matt will play the songs of Bob …

The GFWC Greater Taunton Woman's Club recently surprised seven local libraries with trays of decadent chocolate-covered strawberries in honor of National Library Week. On April 22nd members Nancy …

The Hornbine School Museum is happy to announce a number of special exhibits this season that will feature The 3 R’s: Road to Revolution in Rehoboth. We will have displays about local connections …

Thanks to the generous support of our community, The Friends of the Blanding Public Library proudly funded a wide range of free programs in 2025—from children’s activities and family yoga to …

(April 6, 2026) – Grab a friend and hit the trails for FREE guided birding outings, pick up a paintbrush at the Audubon Maxwell Mays Art Studio, celebrate World Turtle Day, or explore the trails …

Seed Saving & Swap On Mon. April 13 at 6:30 Sharon from Brilliant Dahlia Flower Farm will talk about seed saving and will offer some seeds for you to take home. Free, no registration required. …

(REHOBOTH, MA) – Members of the Rehoboth Antiquarian Society are welcome to join us at the Carpenter Museum (4 Locust Ave.) Saturday May 2nd from 1-3PM for this year’s members only event, What …

April 12, 2026 @2pm – Dark Skies, Bright Future, J. Kelly Beatty - Carpenter Museum Dark skies are critical for the health of humans and animals alike, yet light pollution gets worse every year. …