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Summer library hours

We will be closing at 5pm on July 2nd and Closed on July 3rd and 4th

Thank you to these local business for donating prizes to the Summer Reading program this year. Sign up for Summer Reading here
You can also sign up using the Beanstack App.
Thank you to these local business for donating to our Summer Reading Program

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.
 
New Virtual Speaker Series with Library Speaker Consortium

Sign up for 2026 Summer Reading, "Plant a Seed, Read". Read, fill out fun prompts, enter to win fabulous prizes! Sign up on the beanstack app or https://narlib.beanstack.org/reader365. 
Get Ready for Summer Reading! Starts June 22nd

Library Mah Jongg 
Wednesday July 1 at 11am and Wednesday July 15 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 16 for July 1 and July 1 for July 15
 
 
 

Writing Workshop with Prof. Nancy Shuster
continues Wednesday July 1 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.
 
Writing Workshop with Prof. Nancy Shuster continues Wed July 1 at 1pm

Three Sisters Garden with Tomaquag Museum
Wednesday July 1 at 6pm
 
Join an educator from the Tomaquag Museum to learn about Native gardening traditions and techniques. The Three Sisters, corn/beans/squash, create a perfect trio of cultivation, the science of which can be seen in their traditional story. Indigenous people were masters of horticulture and in this session, we will explore Indigenous gardening traditions past and present. Registration required and begins on June 24 at 9am.
 
 
Three Sisters Garden with Tomaquag Museum Wed July 1 at 6pm

Colonial Games in the Park
Thursday July 2 at 1pm
 
On Thursday July 2nd from 1pm to 2pm, kids and teens are invited to join us at the Narragansett Playground at 195 Kingstown Rd. to play with classic colonial games in celebration of the fourth of July.
Registration is not required.
For more information, contact Neil Motta at neilmotta@narlib.org
 
 
 
Colonial Games in the Park Thursday July 2 at 1pm

Terrarium Workshop with Julie D.
Tuesday July 7 at 5:00 pm
 
Make a  beach-y terrarium with Julie D. Seating is limited Registration is required and begins June 30 at 9am.
 
 
Terrarium workshop Tues July 7 at 5pm

Afternoon Book Club
 Wednesday July 8 at 1:00 pm
 
This month we'll be reading & discussing The Queens of Crime by Marie Benedict. Copies can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.
Afternoon Book Club Wed July 8 at 1pm

Mushroom Applique with Melissa from 15 Minute Field Trips
Wednesday July 8 at 6:00pm
 
Explore the role of fungi as decomposers, plant helpers, parasites, medicine, and food as we collage with fabric.  Artwork can be enjoyed on its own or added as a patch to clothing, bags, or more!  Get fascinated, get creative, then get more curious the next time you're outside!
 
 Registration required and begins on July 1 at 9am.
Mushroom Applique with 15 Minute Field Trips Wed July 8 at 6pm

Author Talk: Jenn Bouchard- Palms on the Cape
Thursday July 7 at 6:00 pm
 
After a tumultuous childhood, Rachel Sinclair has made a life for herself. On the verge of turning forty, her upscale beach bar–Palms on the Cape–is packed throughout the Cape Cod summer season. She has surrounded herself with a devoted staff and great friends, including her best friend, Carlos...who she might be in love with. When Rachel learns of a plan to take over her business, she must decide if it’s worth the gamble to join forces with an unlikely ally, or risk losing everything she has worked for.
 
Jenn Bouchard is the award-winning author of PALMS ON THE CAPE, CONSIDERING US, and FIRST COURSE, as well as several published short stories. She has been teaching high school social studies for twenty-six years and also teaches short story classes to adults in her community. She is an avid cook, volunteer for good causes, and devoted Red Sox fan. A graduate of Bates College and Tufts University, she lives in the Boston suburbs with her husband and two teenage children. 
Registration is preferred and begins on July 2 at 9am.
Author Talk with Jenn Bouchard Thurs July 7 at 6pm

Chair Movement with Sheryl
Friday July 10 at 12:30 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
 
Chair movement with Sheryl Saturday July 10 at 12:30pm

Gentle Yoga with Pam
Saturday July 11 at 10:00 am
 
Settle into your body and connect with inner wisdom in this slow, soothing flow. Get a little bit of everything as you release tension, cultivate flexibility, and nourish your mind in various poses. Registration is required and begins on July 2 at 9am.
 
Gentle Yoga with Pam Saturday July 11 at 10am

Barbie Drawing Class for Adults
 Saturday July 11 at 12:00 pm
 
A fashion show of Barbies in costumes throughout the collection from Mattel (1959-today). It will also include unusual and clever products Barbie copyrighted.
*The patrons can bring in any of their adult fashion dolls to share.
*Then several templates will be given out for the patrons to try their hand at fashion designs. (Completed costume templates for those who would like to just color.)
Registration required and begins on July 2 at 9am.
 
Adult Barbie Drawing Class Saturday July 11 at 12pm

Morning Book Talk
Monday July 13 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.
 
Morning Book Talk Monday July 13 at 10:30am

Genealogy Club
Monday July 13 at 6:00 pm
 
Have you wanted to start searching for your ancestors but didn't know where to start? The Genealogy group meets at the library once a month and new members are always welcome! The group is made up of family historians interested in sharing resources and tips to accurately find their ancestors while helping others with their search. No registration required.
 
 
Genealogy Club Monday July 13 at 6pm

Virtual Author Event: Karin Slaughter
  Tuesday July 14 at 7:00 pm
 
In conjunction with the Friends of the Narragansett Library, we are now offering virtual author talks from the Library Speaker Consortium 
 
Karin Slaughter is one of the world’s most popular storytellers. She is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty-five novels, including the Edgar nominated Cop Town and standalone novels Pretty Girls and False Witness. An international bestseller, Slaughter is published in 120 countries with more than 40 million copies sold across the globe. Pieces of Her, based on her novel, debuted at #1 worldwide on Netflix as an original series in 2022. Her bestselling thriller series, Will Trent, is now a television and streaming sensation in its 4th season. The Good Daughter has been adapted into a limited series starring Rose Byrne and Meghann Fahy, and further projects are currently in development for film/TV.  Karin Slaughter is the founder of the Save the Libraries project—a nonprofit organization established to support libraries and library programming. A native of Georgia, she lives in Atlanta.
 
Virtual Author Event with Karin Slaughter

Healthy Eating with Sheryl
Wednesday July 15 at 1:00 pm
 
Make a one pot healthy meal for the summer with Sheryl. Recipe provided as well as samples. Registration required and begins on July 8 at 9am
 
Healthy Eating with Sheryl on Wed July 15 at 1pm

Narragansett Historical Society Pier Urban Renewal Project
Wednesday July 15 at 6:00 pm
 
Join Terry Fleming and Robert Muller as they discuss the Narragansett Pier Urban Renewal Project. 
Narragansett Historical Scoiety Pier Urban Renewal Project Wed July 15 at 6pm

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