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Oct Library Hours

The library will be closed Monday Oct 12 for Indigenous Peoples/Columbus Day

Saturday, October 24 at 11:30am
 
Join the library and the Friends of the Library in our Annual Halloween Parade
 
Annual Halloween Parade - Saturday, October 24 at 11:30am

Sunday, October 11 at 1pm
 
Pumpkin Carving and Decorating
 
Carve or decorate a pumpkin anyway you like. All materials provided
 
 
 
Pumpkin Carving and Decorating Sunday Oct 11 at 1pm

Virtual Author Event:  Courage, Choice, and What Comes Next with Dystopian Icon Veronica Roth
  Thursday, Oct 1 at 7pm
 
In conjunction with the Friends of the Narragansett Library, we are now offering virtual author talks from the Library Speaker Consortium 
 
A single choice can transform your destiny. Join us for an online conversation with #1 New York Times bestselling author Veronica Roth as we celebrate the enduring legacy of her Divergent series, one of the most iconic young adult series of a generation, and get an exclusive sneak peek into her highly anticipated upcoming novel, The Sixth Faction!
 
Virtual Author Talk: Veronica Roth

Walking Club: Guide Hike with Tom H.
Friday, Oct 2 at 10:00 am
 
 
Join Tom H. as he leads an invasive plant walk. Please meet at the South County Musuem parking lot. *Registration required only so we know who to expect. Cancelled in the event of inclement weather.
 
Walking Club Friday Oct 2 Guided Hike with Tom H. Meet at South County Museum parking lot

Sound Bath with Mike
Friday, Oct 2 at 1:00 pm
 
A soft, contemplative sound experience with singing bowls, chimes, & rainstick. Seating available or bring a yoga mat. Facilitated by musician Mike Bussey. Registration begins Sept 25 at 9am.
 
Sound Bath with Mike Friday Oct 2 at 1pm

Gentle Yoga with Pam
Saturday, Oct 3 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 Sept 26 at 9am.
 
Gentle Yoga with Pam Saturday Oct 3 at 10am

Library Mah Jongg 
Tuesday, Oct 4 at 2pm 
 
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.
 
Library Mah Jongg  Tuesday, Oct 4 at 2pm 

Invasive Forrested Species with Paul Dolan RC&D Director
Monday, Oct 5 at 3pm
 
Invasive Species in our forests. The Dirty dozen plus friends. What have I brought to this country which is now taking over my yard? Historically we have observed these colorful and durable plants. We planted them and they did what they were supposed to do. Now we want them to leave, learn to identify them and some control of them.
Registration begins Monday, September 28th at 9am
 
 
Invasive Forested Species Monday Oct 5 at 3pm

Celebration of Banned Books with RI ACLU
Tuesday, Oct 6 at 6:00 pm
 
Join RI ACLU, local authors and other community partners and Let Books Be, Protect Freedom to Read ALA theme for Banned Books Week 2026.
 
Celebration of Banned Books with RI ACLU Tuesday Oct 6 at 5pm

Chair Movement with Sheryl
Thursday, Oct 8 at 4:00 pm
Saturday Oct 17 at 10:30am
 
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. Registration required.
 
Chair Movement with Sheryl Thursday Oct 8 at 4pm and Saturday Oct 17 at 10:30am

Painting with Lisa F.
Thursday, Oct 8 at 5:00 pm
 
Paint a fall scene with Lisa F. May not be what is pictured. Seating is limited. Registration required and begins on Oct 1 at 9am
Painting with Lisa F. Oct 8 at 5pm.

Monthly Meditation
Thursday, Oct 8 at 6:30 pm
 
These classes will teach "Inner Light Meditation" which is an ancient and powerful technique designed to elevate the consciousness and increase our awareness of our true inner self; that is not our body nor our mind. There are no restrictions on age, health status, fitness or flexibility. The classes will be taught by students of Inner light meditation with years of experience.  All are welcome. Registration is required.
 
 
Monthly Meditation Thursday Oct 8 at 6:30pm

Watercolors with Sue
Friday, Oct 9 at 10:00am
 
Make a watercolor masterpiece with Sue. Seating is limited. Registration is required and begins on Oct 2 at 9am.
Watercolors with Sue Friday Oct 10am

Spooky Felted Scene with Carol
Friday, Oct 9 at 12:00pm
 
Make a spooky felted scene with Carol. Seating is limited and begins on Oct 2 at 9am
 
Spooky Felted Scene with Carol Friday Oct 9 12pm

Sunday Scrabble
Sunday, Oct 11 at 1:00 pm
 
Play with a relaxed game with friends. No registration required
 
 
Scrabble Sundays Oct 11 at 1pm

Afternoon Book Club
 Wednesday, Oct 14 at 1:00 pm
 
This month we'll be reading & discussing Maus by Art Speiglman. Copies are available at the Circulation Desk 
Afternoon Book Club Wednesday Oct 14 at 1pm

Planning Ahead with Avery-Storti Funeral Home
 Wednesday, Oct 14 at 6:00 pm
 
Shannon McArthur is a licensed PreNeed Funeral Director with Avery-Storti Funeral Home. Her presentation will help you learn about the many benefits of planning funeral or cremation services ahead of time, including reducing the emotional and financial impact the loss can have on surviving family members and friends. Please pre-regsister starting Oct 7 at 9 am.
 
Planning Ahead with Avery-Storti Funeral Home Wednesday Oct 14 at 6pm

Cookbook Club
 Thursday, Oct 15 at 6:00 pm
 
Dine and discuss recipes that we made from previous months cookbooks. Registration required.  Pick up next selection.
 
Cookbook Club Thursday Oct 15 at 6pm

Walking Club
 Friday, Oct 16 at 10:00 am
 
Meet at the Narragansett Community Center entrance of the Bike Path and get your steps in. *Registration required only so we know who to expect. Cancelled in the event of inclement weather.
 

Interested in joining the Friends? Please email friendsofnarragansettlibrary@gmail.com
Dragonfly Painting with Lisa Thursday August 13 at 5pm

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