Library Happenings for Week of Feb. 2

FALL RIVER

Fall River Public Library, 104 North Main St., Fall River.  For questions about any of these programs, call Kate Kulpa at 508-324-2700, ext. 110.

Monday, Feb. 3 – Preschool Storytime, South Branch, 11 a.m. For kids.

Dungeons & Dragons, Main Library, 6 p.m. For teens.

Monday Night Movie, Main Library, 6 p.m. Featuring Harriet.

Tuesday, Feb. 4– Preschool Storytime, Main Library, 10:30 a.m. For kids.

Kids Yoga, Main Library, 11:15 a.m. For kids. Children and caregivers can stay for yoga after storytime, or attend either program separately.

Preschool Storytime, South Branch, 11 a.m. For kids.

Teen Game Night, Main Library, 6 p.m. Social video gaming. Bring your own multiplayer games or try out ours. For teens.

Wednesday, Feb. 5 – Needlecraft Club, Main Library, 12 noon. Walk-ins welcome; bring your own knitting, crocheting, or other needlecraft project. For adults.

Matinee Movie, Main Library, 1 p.m. Featuring Harriet.

Make & Take Crafts, South Branch, 3:30 p.m. For kids.

Family Movie, South Branch, 4:05 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 6 – Play & Learn, Main Library, 10 a.m. For kids.

National Grid Customer Assistance Expo, Main Library, 2-6 p.m. For adults. National Grid customer advocates are available to meet with customers to discuss payment plans, discount rates, and energy efficiency programs. For adults.

Friday, Feb. 7 – Library open 9-5. No library events scheduled.

Saturday, Feb. 8 – Snow date for Valentine’s Treasure Box, Main Library, 9:30 a.m. (This program is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 1, but if it is canceled because of snow, it will be held at the same time on Feb. 8.) Registration is required; for adults and older teens.

 

PORTSMOUTH

Portsmouth Free Public Library, 2658 East Main Road, Portsmouth; 401-683-9457, ext. 104; http://portsmouthlibrary.org; facebook.com/portsmouthpubliclibraryri/

Feb. 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th,  2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Tech Help Tuesdays

Have a new device (phone, tablet, or laptop?) or technology question? We can help! Bring your device, passwords, and library card (if using Overdrive or Libby) and any questions you might have and one of our librarians will do their best to assist you! Drop-in, no appointment necessary!

Feb. 7th, 6 - 8 p.m.

Nerf Gun Wars - Teens only

Teens in grades 6-8 are welcome for an after-hours Nerf Gun extravaganza! Set games, open play, and pizza/snacks! Permission slip and acknowledgment of rules MANDATORY. No younger siblings. More information and permission slip can be found at portsmouthlibrary.org, or call 683-9457 opt. 103. Everything provided.

Feb. 20, 6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Cut the Cord to Table

An encore presentation of this popular program from January! Learn how to eliminate your cable bill and what your options are. Registration is required, and seating is limited. Call 683-9457 or go to portsmouthlibrary.org for more information or to register.

 

SOMERSET

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

Mondays at 6 p.m., Knitting and Crochet Group. Bring your latest project. Open to all levels.

Tuesdays at 1 p.m., Scrabble informal games. Open to all.

Tuesdays at 6 p.m., Chess games. Casual games for adults and ages 12 and up.

Thursdays at 10 a.m. Bridge includes instruction. (Registration required).

First Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Between the Covers Book Club (Reservation required).

Second Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Nonfiction Book Club (Reservation required).

Third Friday of the month from noon to 1 p.m. Novels at Noon thematic book club. (Light refreshments served).

Third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.: Writing Club (Registration required).

Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.: Family Story Time. Songs, stories and crafts for all ages.

Thursdays at 10 a.m.: Toddler Story Time with Miss Chris Songs, stories and crafts. Recommended for children 0 to 5.

Fridays at 10 a.m.: Songs and Stories with Miss Lisa. Songs, stories and crafts. Recommended for children 0 to 5.

 

SWANSEA

Swansea Public Library, 69 Main St., Swansea; www.swansealibrary.org; 508-674-9609 (W); 508-675-5444 (Fax). All children who attend our programs must be accompanied by a parent, grandparent, or caregiver. For more information contact Youth Services Librarian, Carol Gafford.

Youth Programs

Winter Story Hours. The Swansea Free Public Library pre-school Winter story hours take place every Monday for children up to age 5 from 10:30-11:30 a.m.. Come join the fun with stories, crafts and fun in the children’s room. This winter the library will celebrate Groundhog Day, Chinese New Year, Mardi Gras, and Valentine’s Day. Sign up today as space is limited.

Every Tuesday Homeschoolers meet from 2-4 p.m. in the Junior Room. Everyone is welcome to math games and art, geography club and the 4H STE(A)M program. Check the library calendar for more information.

Tween Book Club/Write Club takes place the 1st and 2nd Tuesdays of each month from 4-5 p.m. This month the club is reading Alice in Wonderland. Tween Book Club/Write Club is for readers aged 8-12. Discuss great books, write stories, share ideas. Activities and snacks provided.

STEM/STEAM Book Club takes place the 3rd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 4-5 p.m. This month’s read is the Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies. We will also be doing math activities to go with the book. Each month we will read one fiction book, and an optional non-fiction book along with a picture book for younger children. This month’s non-fiction book is "The Book of Chocolate," by HP Newquist. The picture book is Snowflake Bentley.

Pokemon Club

The Pokemon Club meets the second Saturday of each month (unless otherwise noted) from 10:30-noon. Join Pokemon fans for a morning of card trading, card playing, and Pokemon Bingo. Win Pokemon cards and candy treats. It's fun for fans of all ages.  

Monster Squad

Calling all Monster Fans.   Open to all monster fans ages 6-12. Monster Squad meets on the second Saturday of each month unless otherwise noted from 1 - 3 p.m. Check our website for more information on monsters.

The library offers patrons many opportunities to explore different hobbies and we provide a different event each day. Coloring Club takes place each Monday, The Tuesday Club Genealogy group happens each Tuesday, Crafts are on Wednesday, Knitting Club takes place on Thursday, Simply Done Recipe and Coupon Club is also on Thursday and Quilting on Fridays along with other special programs during the week.

Adult Coloring Club

A great way to start each week is with Coloring for Adults. This stress reducing, calming activity is a great way to relax and find your inner artist. Coloring pages, pens and pencils are provided or you can bring your own. Adults of all ages are invited to the free program. Coloring club takes place every Monday from 12-2 p.m.

Tuesday Club

Learn how to research your roots. Join the Tuesday Club every Tuesday from 12-2 p.m. in the Reference Room at the SFPL. Whether brand new or an experienced family history detective, we can help you as you undertake a journey of a lifetime. Utilize the library resources. Help is available. There is no fee or registration. This program is open to all.

Card Making with Bonnie

The first and third Wednesday is card making at the library. Join Bonnie as she teaches us the simple and lovely craft of card making. All supplies provided. Make a lovely card for that someone special. Learn different techniques to make cards that will delight. Sign up is not necessary for this drop in program.

Crafternoons

The second and fourth Wednesdays are Crafternoons at the library from 12-2 p.m. Bring a project you are working on and share with others. Rug hooking, needlepoint, scrapbooking, no sew blankets, or any craft can be done at the library in the Reference Room. Join us for a delightful afternoon of Zen crafting.

Knitting Club

The Swansea Knitters with Sue Carpenter meet each Thursday from noon-2 p.m. for fun, friendship and laughter while working on knitting projects. Whether you are brand new or an experienced knitter, our group is open to anyone at any level. People are here to help. Bring your needles and yarn and pull up a chair.

Simply Done

Simply Done, the Swansea Recipe/Coupon club is looking for new members. Meetings are held each Thursday in the Reference Room from 2-3:30 p.m. Members will swap recipes, cut coupons, find ways to save money, share cookbooks and cooking ideas, talk about food and bring in samples.

Quilting 101

Join us for our beginning quilting series with expert quilter Diane Preble. This ongoing series takes place the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Start a new project or bring in one you are working on. Class size is limited so please sign-up at the circulation desk.

Board Games for Adults

The library welcomes all adult game players for an evening of fun and friendship. Enjoy a relaxing evening in the Reference Room playing board games such as Ticket To Ride, Azul, Settlers of Catan and more. Bring a game to share or play one from the library collection. If you are new to tabletop board games we have people who will teach you how to play. The group meets the first Monday of each month from 6-8 p.m.

Contact the library for more information at 508-674-9609 or visit www.swansealibrary.org.

 

TIVERTON

Hours for Tiverton libraries are: Tiverton Public Library, 34 Roosevelt Ave., 401-625-6796. Monday - Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.  Union Public Library, 3832 Main Road, 401-625-6799. Tuesday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. -1 p.m.

TIVERTON LIBRARY

Wednesday, Feb. 5, 5:30-7:30 p.m.,  Quilt Club. Get project ideas, ask questions, and share tips and advice. Quilters of all skills/abilities are welcome. Must bring your own projects and supplies.

Thursday, Feb. 6, 3:30-4:30 p.m.,  CreaTiv Craft: Conversation Magnets.  This month, we will take a cue from Valentine’s Day conversation hearts and make some conversation magnets. All materials are provided. Register to reserve your spot.

Monday, Feb. 10, 6-9 p.m.Heartsaver CPR and Naloxone Training. This class is free and open to the public. Space is limited, register to reserve your spot.

Wednesday, Feb. 12, 6-7:30 p.m.  Cookbook Club. This month, we are discussing and sampling recipes from Dinner: A Love Story by Jenny Rosenstrach. Register online at shorturl.at/diyU1 or contact Deb at 401-625-6796 ext. 121 for more information.

Tuesday, Feb. 18, 5:30-8 p.m.  Adult Knitting Meet-Up.  A casual meeting for knitters looking to work on their projects with others who enjoy knitting and crocheting. Join us on the Third Tuesday of the month to meet and socialize with local knitters. Must bring your own projects and supplies.

Wednesday, Feb. 19, 6-7 p.m.  Tiverton Public Library Evening Book Group. This month, we will be reading the 2020 Reading Across Rhode Island book selection, Rising: Dispatches from the New American Shore by Elizabeth Rush. Refreshments will be served. Books are available for checkout at the Tiverton Public Library.

Wednesday, Feb. 26, 6-8 p.m.  Free Movie: Rocketman (2019; Rated R; 2h, 1min) on the big screen. Popcorn and drinks are provided; outside snacks are also welcome.

Thursday, Feb. 27, 4-6 p.m.  Painting Landscapes.  Local artist John Irwin will take you step by step through the process of starting a landscape painting and deciding when it is finished. All materials will be supplied. Registration opens on Feb. 20 at 4 p.m. No exceptions. Register in person, online at tivertonlibrary.org, or by calling 401-625-6796 after 4 p.m. on Feb. 20th.

UNION LIBRARY Children are invited to story time at Union Public Library, 3832 Main Road in Tiverton, on Tuesdays,Feb. 4, 11 and 18 from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. It's a free, fun program where children can enjoy stories and a craft related to the books they've heard. Participants are welcome to attend any or all of the programs as their families' schedules allow. Call the library at 401-625-6799 for more information.

Hot cocoa and cookies will be served at Union Public Library, 3832 Main Road, on Tuesday, Feb. 18 from 2 to 4 p.m. All are welcome to visit, browse the library's collection, and enjoy a cup of cocoa (alternative beverages will be available) and some light refreshments. For more information, call the library at 401-625-6799.

The Union Public Library Book Club meeting will be held on Thursday, Feb. 20 at 1 p.m. at Union, 3832 Main Road. This month's selection is the Read Across Rhode Island book, "Rising: Dispatches from the New American Shore" by Elizabeth Rush. Copies of the book will be available at Union Library during regular business hours on Tuesdays between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. and Saturdays between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. and at Tiverton Public Library during their normal hours of operation. All are welcome to join in the discussion. For more information, call the library at 401-625-6799.

 

WESTPORT

Westport Free Public Library, 408 Old County Road, P.O. Box N-157, Westport. Contact Person: Linda Cunha 508-636-1100

Children 3-5 years of age are invited to attend Story Hour on Tuesdays from 10 - 11 a.m. through April 28. The program consists of stories on a different theme each week, songs, rhythm instruments, finger-plays, poetry and a simple take-home craft project. Registration is necessary for this program. For more information speak to Mrs. Cunha, the Children’s Librarian, at 508-636-1100.

A Time for Tots Program for little children ages 2-3 who love books will run on Wednesdays, through April 29 from 10 - 11 a.m. The program consists of songs, finger-plays, a brief story, puppets, rhythm instruments, and nursery rhymes. This program is suitable for a caregiver and child to participate together. Following the story period, toys are provided for children to stay and play! Registration is necessary for this program. Contact the library at 508-636-1100, or stop by at 408 Old County Road.

Programs will not be held during school vacation week in February.