The Comet

At approximately 0710 hours on May 19th 1973, the M/V Comet with a party of 25 plus 2 crew members onboard departed Galilee, Rhode Island en route to the fishing grounds off Block Island. Shortly after departing Point Judith harbor, the vessel encountered heavy seas and at approximately 0800 hours, the COMET foundered and quickly sank by the stern. All hands immediately abandoned the vessel. This would become Point Judith's worst marine disaster. 

 

Join Bill Campbell as he discusses the disaster and its aftermath on May 19 at 6pm. Registration begins on May 12 at 9am

 

 

 

 

Laing is an award-winning author, poet, keynote speaker, and thought leader. She brings a rare combination of emotional insight and thoughtful presence to topics of life transitions, grief, resilience, connection, and the beauty of life’s quieter moments. Drawing from her personal journey, her work invites reflection and community building—an ideal fit for an audience of lifelong learners and thoughtful thinkers.

Copies of Morning Leaves will be available for sale and signing after the event

 

Registration begins on May 16 at 9am.

Make a card for someone special. Registration is required and begins May 19 at 9am

 

On Wednesday May 27th from 1pm to 3pm, Adults are invited to join us in learning to make garden themed tote bags, taught by Nora Barnes.

 

Registration is required and begins at 9:30am on Wednesday May 13th. 

For more information, contact Neil Motta at neilmotta@narlib.org