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New Virtual Speaker Series
In conjunction with the Friends of the Narragansett Library, we are pleased to announce a virtual author speaker series entitled Library Speaker Consortium. Patrons can watch live and submit question, or watch on their own time. You also have the opportunity to watch the archived speakers as well. Please visit Library Speaker Consortium here. |
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Library Mah Jongg
Tuesday June 16 at 3pm
Please note new day and time! Beginners are welcome to play Mah Jongg at the library! All levels are welcome as those more familiar with the game will help those not as familiar. There is no formal instruction. Registration is required, space is limited and begins on June 3
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Writing Workshop with Prof. Nancy Shuster
continues Wednesday June 17 and June 24 at 1pm
Join Professor Nancy Shuster for a fun writing program. Various types of writing will be reviewed. We will do short prompts in class to get you stimulated. Then we will focus on the type of writing that interests you. Students can share their writing in class so that we can discuss what they have written. By talking and listening, you will get input from others. Class will meet weekly for 4 sessions at the library. Sign up early since class size is limited to 10 students. No prior writing experience is needed.
Any questions, E-mail Prof. Shuster at Nshu4@aol.com.
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Morning Book Talk
Monday June 22 at 10:30 am
Come and chat about what you're reading and get book suggestions from others. There is no assigned reading for this discussion. All are welcome & no registration required.
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LED Minigolf
Monday June 22 at 4pm, 5pm or 6pm
All ages are welcome to join us for some indoor LED Mini Golf run by One Up Games! This event is perfect for all ages, especially families. Help us kick off summer reading with a few rounds of mini golf lit up by LED lights with LED golf balls too! Registration is required and begins on June 8th.
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Monthly Movie: "Wuthering Heights"
Tuesday June 23 at 2pm
As Cathy Linton nears death, she finds herself in a loop of memories while coming to terms with the truth of the world she's lived and loved in. R 2026 135mins
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Card Crafting with Patti
Tuesday June 23 at 6:30 pm
Make a card for someone special. Seating is limited. Registration is required and begins on June 16 at 9am.
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Meditation for Healthy Living with Dr. Post
Wednesday June 24 at 6:30pm
We try to exercise and eat right to keep us fit and healthy, but doctors are now recognizing that a positive attitude and ‘food for the soul’ are just as important. Discover a simple meditation technique that can melt away stress and be a powerful addition to a healthy living regimen. Facilitated by Dr. Alan Post, long time meditator and contributing author to "Meditation as Medication for the Soul" by Rajinder Singh who has been practicing meditation for over 30 years.
Registration begins on June 17 at 9am. |
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Evening Book Club
Wednesday June 24 at 6:30 pm
This month we'll be reading & discussing The River We Remember by William Kent Krueger. Copies can be picked up at the Circulation Desk. |
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Meditation with Susan Peck
Thursday June 25 at 2:00 pm
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Join Susan Peck in a relaxing meditation practice. Now with book club! reading to the end of Wherever You Go, There You Are by Jon Kabat-Zinn to discuss at the June meeting. Registration preferred and begins June 18 at 9am |
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Cookbook Club
Thursday June 25 at 6 pm
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Dine and discuss recipes that we made from salad themed cookbooks. Registration required. Please fill out the recipe choice list here. We will be taking a break for the summer, so fall themes will be discussed.
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Watercolors with Sue
Friday June 26 10:00 am
Make a watercolor masterpiece with Sue. Seating is limited. Registration is required and begins June 20 at 9am.
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Container Gardening with URI Master Gardeners
Friday June 26 at 1:00 pm
This course will discuss the many benefits of raised bed gardening. How to make a raised bed, best growing medium, as well as sun and water conditions. Start planning yours today!
Cheryl Chipman is a URI Master Gardner, a native New Englander and a lifetime gardener! Cheryl is a self-taught herbalist and has studied their history, culture, culinary and healing uses. Cheryl’s other gardening passion is flowering perennials and growing vegetables. But truth be known, Cheryl enjoys working in the pumpkin patch, pruning the grape arbor or planning next year's plantings! She is happiest when her hands are in the dirt.
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Chair Movement with Sheryl
Saturday June 27 at 10:00 pm
In this class you will:
Improve your flexibility, balance, & strength
Learn simple breathing strategies to relax your mind & body
Practice a guided relaxation body scan/meditation at the end of each class
Facilitated by Sheryl Parente
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Author Talk: Narragansett Wild with Niles Major
Saturday June 27 at 1:00 pm
Niles Major discusses his new book Narragansett Wild. Books will be available for purchase after the event.
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