FALL RIVER

Fall River Public Library, 104 North Main St. Phone: 508-324-2700; Fax: 508-324-2707; South Branch Phone: 508-324-2708; Email: frweb@sailsinc.org. HOURS: Mon. to Thurs. 9-9 ; Fri. 9-5. For full library hours and information, visit fallriverlibrary.org or call the main library at 508-324-2700 or the South Branch at 508-324-2708 for more information.

The Fall River Public Library, 104 North Main Street, will be observing World Turtle Day on Wednesday, May 23 at 4 p.m. in the Children’s Room. The library’s own Russian tortoise, Sheldon, will preside over the afternoon’s festivities which will include a storytime and craft.

Children attending will be eligible to win one of three plush turtles, donated by a library friend, that will be raffled off at the program’s conclusion. A collection of turtle books will also be on display for children to learn more about these amazing creatures.

For further information contact David Mello at 508-324-2700 ext. 4 or visit fallriverlibrary.org.

Family LEGO Night!: Tuesday, May 29 at 6 p.m.

Butterfly Clip-on Craft: Monday, May 21 at 3:30 p.m.

Meet the Author: Kelly Rosario, Saturday, May 26 at 11 a.m.

For adults:

New at the Library: Breaker Space: Saturday, May 26 to 9 a.m. to noon. Kids bring their natural curiosity, and they have the chance to explore how common household items work. Kids as well as adults become familiar with an object’s components, so they can identify how items can be repaired and learn to create new ones by harvesting parts.


PORTSMOUTH

Portsmouth Free Public Library, 2658 East Main Road, Portsmouth, R.I.; 401-683-9457, ext 104
Events at the Portsmouth Free Public Library are as follows:

On Thursday, June 21 at 3 p.m., Mary Newman, co-author of "Edible Flowers: A Global History," will share examples of flowers that have a long history as a tasty ingredient in a variety of cuisines. A sampling of some edible flowers will be offered at the program so you can truly see flowers in a whole new way. This program is free and open to the public, but seating is limited. Sign up by checking the calendar at www.portsmouthlibrary.org or call the library at 683-9457.

Tech Help: Tuesdays from 2:30 to 3:30: Learn how to download ebooks, audiobooks and streaming video to save yourself money. Bring your questions, your devices and your passwords and learn how to get the most out of the technology in your life. Drop by to get your questions answered — no sign up required for this free program.

Teen Fiction Book Discussion

Tuesday, May 29, 6:30 to 7:30: Teens and adults are welcome to join the library for its monthly book club, always held the last Tuesday of each month. This month's selection is "Life as We Knew It," by Susan Beth Pfeffer. Summary: Miranda’s disbelief turns to fear in a split second when a meteor knocks the moon closer to the earth. How should her family prepare for the future when worldwide tsunamis wipe out the coasts, earthquakes rock the continents, and volcanic ash blocks out the sun? As summer turns to Arctic winter, Miranda, her two brothers, and their mother retreat to the unexpected safe haven of their sunroom, where they subsist on stockpiled food and limited water in the warmth of a wood-burning stove. Told in journal entries, this is the heart-pounding story of Miranda’s struggle to hold on to the most important resource of all — hope — in an increasingly desperate and unfamiliar world. (from Goodreads) Books available to borrow at the circulation desk. No sign up required.


SOMERSET

Somerset Public Library, 1464 County St., Somerset; Phone: 508-646-2829.

Watercolor Lessons with Sue Greco Wednesday, May 23 from 5 to 7 p.m. Join professional illustrator, Sue Greco for a watercolor painting workshop. For ages 8 and up. Registration required. Limited seating, call early.

Monday movie matinees at 2 p.m.: May 21: "Phantom Thread"

Adult Programming

Mondays at 6 p.m.: Knitting

Tuesdays at 1 p.m.: Scrabble

Thursdays at 10 a.m.: Bridge (Registration required)

New: Chess group Tuesdays at 6 p.m.; Casual lessons and playing for ages 10 to adult.

 

SWANSEA

The Swansea Public Library, 69 Main Street, Swansea. Tel. 508-674-9609;  fax, 508-675-5444; www.swansealibrary.org.

Spring Story Hour has started at the Swansea Public for children up to age 5. Sign-ups are being held now through Friday May 25,  at the library or over the phone. Preschool Story Hour will be held on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. Story hour will run through June 11. Sign up today as space is limited. All children who attend story hour must be accompanied by a parent, grandparent, or caregiver.  For more information contact Youth Services Librarian Carol Gafford at 508-674-9609.The New YA for Grown-Ups Book Club has started at the library and meets monthly. This month’s read is "Carve the Mark" by Veronica Roth. YA for Grown-Ups is a book club for readers 16 and over. Join this fun group and discover the world of YA literature. Refreshments provided. Meeting starts at 6 p.m. on Tuesday May 22. Sign up today.

Simply Done, the recipe and coupon club at the Swansea Public Library will present a Mediterranean Spice Mixer on Monday, May 21, from 2-3:30 p.m.. Join the group and make a Mediterranean spice mix that can be used in many kinds of recipes. We will do taste testings and each participant will go home with jar of spice mix. Sign up today as seating is limited. Cost is $5.

The Friends of the Swansea Public Library will be holding its annual plant sale and raffle on the front lawn of the library Saturday, May 26 from 9 a.m. to noon. The plant sale is a wonderful time for the community to purchase plants, share planting knowledge with others and support the library. For more information contact the library at 508-674-9609 or e-mail at friendsofthespl@gmail.com

Become a member of the Friends. Pick up a membership form at the library or print one from our website, www.swansealibrary.org. 

 

TIVERTON

Tiverton Public Library is located at 34 Roosevelt Ave. New hours for Tiverton libraries are: Monday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Tuesday from 1 to 8 p.m.; Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Union Public Library will be open Tuesdays only from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

eWaste Recycling, Saturday, May 26, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tiverton Public Library will be sponsoring a free electronics recycling event at 34 Roosevelt Ave., Tiverton. Participants may drop off all manner of electronic items. Indie Cycle, LLC will be accepting electronic items including computers, laptops, monitors, televisions, routers, PDAs, cell phones, mice, keyboards, ink-jet printers, toner cartridges, CD/DVD players, radios, cameras, network equipment, wires, stereos, speakers, telephones, microwaves, small household appliances, and acid lead batteries such as auto/marine and back-ups. Anything with a wire. A $10 disposal fee will be charged for laser jet printers, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, and other coolant-containing devices. No light bulbs, single use batteries, plastic tapes/disks, glass plates or bowls, broken TV tubes or hazardous materials.  For more information: www.indiecycle.com or email indiecycle@gmail.com.

Cutting the Cord, Thursday, May 24, 3 to 4:30 p.m.

This class is designed to teach participants how to access streaming entertainment like television shows and movies without a cable connection. Call 401-625-6796 or email ssimas@tivertonlibrary.org to register.

Drop-in eBook and Audiobook Help, Ongoing, Tuesdays, 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Learn how to access the library's free eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming movies with your library card.

One-on-one computer skills tutoring: Ongoing, Wednesdays and Thursdays by appointment.

Call 401-625-6796 or email ssimas@tivertonlibrary.org to make an appointment.

A Plant Sharing and Seed Exchange event will be held at Union Public Library, 3832 Main Road, on Tuesday, May 22 from 1 to 4 p.m. All are welcome to bring plants, seedlings, or full or partial seed packets and take away something in exchange. Light refreshments will be served.

For more information on any of Union Public Library's events, call the library at 401-625-6799.


WESTPORT

Westport Free Public Library, 408 Old County Road, Westport. Hours of Operation: Monday 12-8:30; Tuesday 10-5; Wednesday 10-5; Thursday 12-8:30; Friday 10-5; Saturday 9-4.  Email sbranco@sailsinc.org; Phone: 508-636-1100; Fax:508-636-1102

The Friends of Westport Library are collecting donations (books, DVDs, CDs) through August 31st for the annual September book sale. Stop by during Library hours to fill our bin in the foyer. Please note that VHS tapes, cassettes, magazines, textbooks, Readers Digest Condensed books and encyclopedias are not acceptable.

Saturday, June 16 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Practice reading to Rosie, our canine friend. Children read one-on-one to Rosie for 10 minutes. This helps children gain skills and confidence reading aloud. She is an avid listener! Rosie and handler Sue Szekely are part of Therapy Dogs International's Tail Waggin' Tutors reading program. Practice reading aloud from a favorite book! Call 508-636-1100 to book a 10-minute slot.

Story Hour, for ages 3-5, meets on Tuesdays from 10-11 a.m.

Lap-Sit, for children under age 3 and a caregiver, meets on Wednesdays from 10-11 a.m. followed by free-play. (No craft for little ones.) 

Register for either session by contacting the library at 508-636-1100.