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Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · 5d

Learn what's going on this month from Director Cheryl Space and Knight Memorial Supervisor Michelle Freeman, with Mareva Lindo from Ocean State Media!
#libraries #RI #PVD

What’s happening in October at Community Libraries of Providence: Family programs and local events

The libraries offer a slew of free programming every week for kids and adults at their nine locations around the city. We highlight a few of these events in this monthly segment – from a haunted house to a book club highlighting African American authors

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Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · 5d

Join us next week at Smith Hill for Senior Day!

Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · 16d

Wishing everyone who is celebrating #RoshHashana a sweet and Happy New Year! #ShanaTovah #PVD

Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · 19d

Learn more about the Gif-O-Grafs and the Makerspace from Gif-O-Graf Cofounder, Sam Shorr, and Makerspace Coordinator, Garrett Locke. https://loom.ly/rIp6iZ8

Fun, interactive animation video creator with Gif-O-Graf

In this segment of Studio10 we learn about a really cool tool called the Gif-O-Graf.The Gif-O-Graf is an all-in-one animation machine which allows users to crea

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Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · 19d

Sharing the message from our friends at the Providence Emergency Management Agency (PEMA)! Check out some unique vehicles at this family-friendly, free event.

Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · 26d

Reminder! Get your Spooky Party tickets before the 25% price increase. Purchase tickets and learn more about potential sponsorship opportunities here: https://loom.ly/OPb3Nyk

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Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Sep 8

Ooops, that should read September 10 @ 8PM. Sorry!

Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Sep 8

We're excited to see our own Rochambeau Library featured in PBS Books American Stories: A Reading Road Trip! Watch this Wednesday, September 8 at 8pm on the
PBS Books Facebook YouTube channel, pbsbooks.org, or the PBS app. #BookSky #WritersSky #RhodeIsland #RI

PBS Books Visits Rhode Island! A Sneak Peak of A Reading Road Trip

YouTube video by PBS Books

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Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Sep 8

We're excited to see our own Rochambeau Library featured in PBS Books American Stories: A Reading Road Trip! Watch this Wednesday, September 8 at 8pm on the
PBS Books Facebook YouTube channel, pbsbooks.org, or the PBS app. #BookSky #WritersSky #RhodeIsland #RI

PBS Books Visits Rhode Island! A Sneak Peak of A Reading Road Trip

YouTube video by PBS Books

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Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Aug 29

Our libraries will be closed on Saturday, August 30 and Monday, September 1st. Wishing you all a great Labor Day weekend! #PVD #LaborDay

Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Aug 27

Shoutout to Pamela and Jeffrey Vogel for being a Spooky Night sponsor! If you or your business is interested in sponsoring our event, visit https://loom.ly/OPb3Nyk

Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Aug 27

Massive thank you to Coastal1 Credit Union for sponsoring our Spooky Night at Knight! If you or your business would like to learn more about becoming a sponsor, visit https://loom.ly/OPb3Nyk

Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Aug 21

We are deeply saddened by the passing of beloved Judge Caprio. We were honored to welcome him to Mount Pleasant Library this summer, where he filled the room with his warmth, compassion, and wisdom. It was a privilege to witness the joy he brought to others.

Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Aug 21

We're sorry, due to staff illness, there will be no Readmobile at Harriet & Sayles Park today or Fargnoli Park tomorrow. #PVD

Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Aug 13

TODAY! Visit the Smith Hill Block Party on Candace Street, 3:00PM - 7:00PM #PVD

More on the annual Smith Hill Block Party taking place August 13th

In this segment of Studio10 we’re learning more about this week's annual Smith Hill Block Party. The event takes place from 3pm-7pm. Attendees can expect there

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Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Aug 12

Sorry! The Readmobile won't be at in Bucklin Park today, Tuesday, August 12.

Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Aug 8

Knight Memorial is the venue for President Pro Tempore Juan M. Pichardo 's special community meeting about the future of the Gilbert Stuart school building on Tuesday. Make plans to attend! #PVD

Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Aug 7

We're sorry, South Providence Library is closed today, Thursday, August 7, due to building work. #PVD

Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Aug 1

This month's digest from Director Cheryl Space, in conversation with Luis Hernandez at The Publics Radio!
#PVD #RI #libraries #August

What’s on in August at the Community Libraries of Providence - TPR: The Public's Radio

We highlight a few of the many events happening across the Community Libraries of Providence – from a theater workshop in Spanish and English to your chance to make a giant cyanotype image from vintag...

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Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Jul 30

Another hot day! Come in for AC and free water.

Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Jul 29

Enjoy this fascinating documentary, Optics of Aging, tomorrow evening @ 6pm, Rochambeau Library, 708 Hope Street, followed by a Q & A with the filmmaker. opticsofaging.com #PVD #RI #aging #seniors #elders #community

Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Jul 29

We're open as cooling centers, stay cool with AC and free water.

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Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Jul 28

Reminder! The libraries serve as cooling centers, come in for AC and free water.

Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Jul 25

Get your tickets NOW before the price increases on August 1st. It will be a ghoulish evening at our Knight Memorial Library, promising spectacles, a chance to dance, mingle, and enjoy tasty bites & drinks. Get tickets before Aug 1, and save 35%! https://loom.ly/OPb3Nyk

Community Libraries of Providence @9librariespvd.bsky.social · Jul 25

Escape the heat and visit us at the libraries!

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