VIRTUAL Writing Workshop - Date change! Online

The date for this workshop has been moved to January 27th.Join Caroline Joy Adams on Zoom for this writing workshop. Each workshop in this series will include one or two brief writing exercises on the theme of the month, and then time to share, in a fun, supportive way.......More

The date for this workshop has been moved to January 27th.Join Caroline Joy Adams on Zoom for this writing workshop. Each workshop in this series will include one or two brief writing exercises on the theme of the month, and then time to share, in a fun, supportive way.The theme for January is "Winter Reflections".Registration with a valid email address is required for participation. The Zoom link will be delivered to your inbox upon registration and a reminder email will go out the day before the workshop.Please register for each session that you are interested in.For more information, contact Ann Amaral at aamaral@newportlibraryri.org or call 401-847-8720 x208.

VIRTUAL Baby Bookworms

Ages 0 - 24 MonthsThis VIRTUAL program uses read-alouds and nursery rhymes to help babies learn the rhythms and patterns of speech.New videos can be viewed by visiting the Children's Storytime Page at the posted date and time. For more information, visit: https://newpor......More

Ages 0 - 24 MonthsThis VIRTUAL program uses read-alouds and nursery rhymes to help babies learn the rhythms and patterns of speech.New videos can be viewed by visiting the Children's Storytime Page at the posted date and time. For more information, visit: https://newportlibraryri.org/kids/storytimes/

TEENS: First Chapter Friday Online

A great book for tweens, teens and adult lovers of YA literature who enjoy intergalactic adventure and loved Han Solo's cocky insecurity. Space is hard. Grab a helmet. Silent Book Club was a definite hit. We are hoping these video readings will fill that void. So, grab......More

A great book for tweens, teens and adult lovers of YA literature who enjoy intergalactic adventure and loved Han Solo's cocky insecurity. Space is hard. Grab a helmet. Silent Book Club was a definite hit. We are hoping these video readings will fill that void. So, grab a snack, kick back and relax!Join Meeting: tinyurl.com/nptya

TEENS: Online Adventures Online

The whole world may be stuck indoors, but that doesn’t mean you can’t go on an adventure. An Online Adventure, that is. The 1st Monday of every month we release a new virtual escape room or digital scavenger hunt that’s all the fun of their IRL counterparts, but can be ......More

The whole world may be stuck indoors, but that doesn’t mean you can’t go on an adventure. An Online Adventure, that is. The 1st Monday of every month we release a new virtual escape room or digital scavenger hunt that’s all the fun of their IRL counterparts, but can be played from anywhere in the world.Join Meeting: https://newportlibraryri.org/category/teens-news/

VIRTUAL Preschool Storytime

2 - 4 Years OldThis program uses read-alouds, rhymes, fingerplays, and songs!New videos can be viewed by visiting the Children's Storytime Page at the posted date and time. For more information, visit: https://newportlibraryri.org/kids/storytimes/

"Take and Make" Crafts

Every two weeks we will have a new craft project you can take home and make. We'll give you a bag filled with all the supplies you will need, instructions for how to make your craft and/or a picture of the final product. One bag per child while supplies last. February......More

Every two weeks we will have a new craft project you can take home and make. We'll give you a bag filled with all the supplies you will need, instructions for how to make your craft and/or a picture of the final product. One bag per child while supplies last. February 1: Dog Heart MagnetThis craft is available for pickup up anytime between February 1 and 13.

AARP Tax-Aide (TENTATIVE)

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax preparation help to all taxpayers of any age with low to moderate incomes.You do not need to be an AARP member.

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TEENS: First Chapter Friday Online

It's big kid story time a.k.a. First Chapter Fridays. Ms. Becky and Ms. Christina will take turns reading the first chapter of some of their favorite books. Once again these can be found on the teen webpage, the library FB page and our newly launched YA Youtube channel.......More

It's big kid story time a.k.a. First Chapter Fridays. Ms. Becky and Ms. Christina will take turns reading the first chapter of some of their favorite books. Once again these can be found on the teen webpage, the library FB page and our newly launched YA Youtube channel. Tune in to find something you'll love (come on, you know it's only a matter of time).Silent Book Club was a definite hit. We are hoping these video readings will fill that void. So, grab a snack, kick back and relax!Join Meeting: tinyurl.com/nptya

VIRTUAL "A" is for Art

PreschoolersChildren and a caregiver are invited to grab supplies from the library and create art at home with an accompanying directional video by Miss Mary!February's Art Project: Heart WreathSupplies can be picked up after February 1. All materials will be provided. ......More

PreschoolersChildren and a caregiver are invited to grab supplies from the library and create art at home with an accompanying directional video by Miss Mary!February's Art Project: Heart WreathSupplies can be picked up after February 1. All materials will be provided. One per child while supplies last.The directional video will be posted February 5 at: https://newportlibraryri.org/kids/a-is-for-art/

TEENS: Grab & Go Good Times Online

Grab & Go Good Times are activity kits you pick up at the Library and do in the comfort of your home. Each bag includes supplies and detailed instructions on how to put the project together. The kits are free, but in order to take one teens are required to either checko......More

Grab & Go Good Times are activity kits you pick up at the Library and do in the comfort of your home. Each bag includes supplies and detailed instructions on how to put the project together. The kits are free, but in order to take one teens are required to either checkout a library book or do one of our alternative activities. New kits are available the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month and can be picked up anytime the Library is open. Join Meeting: https://newportlibraryri.org/category/teens-news/

VIRTUAL Preschool Storytime

2 - 4 Years OldThis program uses read-alouds, rhymes, fingerplays, and songs!New videos can be viewed by visiting the Children's Storytime Page at the posted date and time. For more information, visit: https://newportlibraryri.org/kids/storytimes/

VIRTUAL Family Fun: Bird Feeder Craft

School-age childrenFamilies with children are invited to grab supplies from the library and craft at home with an accompanying directional video by Miss Mary!Supplies can be picked up after February 1. All materials will be provided. One per child while supplies last.Th......More

School-age childrenFamilies with children are invited to grab supplies from the library and craft at home with an accompanying directional video by Miss Mary!Supplies can be picked up after February 1. All materials will be provided. One per child while supplies last.The directional video will be posted February 9 at: https://newportlibraryri.org/kids/family-fun/

VIRTUAL Crochet Club Online

The crochet club is meeting on Zoom. Join us for camaraderie and inspiration.Registration with a valid email address is required. A Zoom link will be sent to your inbox upon registration. And a reminder email will go out the day before the meeting.The Crochet Club meets......More

The crochet club is meeting on Zoom. Join us for camaraderie and inspiration.Registration with a valid email address is required. A Zoom link will be sent to your inbox upon registration. And a reminder email will go out the day before the meeting.The Crochet Club meets monthly but you must register for each session you wish to attend.For more information, contact Ann Amaral at aamaral@newportlibraryri.org.

VIRTUAL STEAM Club

For school-age childrenExplore STEAM concepts through stories, crafts, games and activities.New videos can be viewed by visiting the Children's STEAM page at the posted date and time. February Theme: DIY Dinosaur Figure ParachuteSupplies can be picked up after February ......More

For school-age childrenExplore STEAM concepts through stories, crafts, games and activities.New videos can be viewed by visiting the Children's STEAM page at the posted date and time. February Theme: DIY Dinosaur Figure ParachuteSupplies can be picked up after February 1. One craft per child while supplies last. For more information, visit: https://newportlibraryri.org/kids/steam/

VIRTUAL Baby Bookworms

Ages 0 - 24 MonthsThis VIRTUAL program uses read-alouds and nursery rhymes to help babies learn the rhythms and patterns of speech.New videos can be viewed by visiting the Children's Storytime Page at the posted date and time. For more information, visit: https://newpor......More

Ages 0 - 24 MonthsThis VIRTUAL program uses read-alouds and nursery rhymes to help babies learn the rhythms and patterns of speech.New videos can be viewed by visiting the Children's Storytime Page at the posted date and time. For more information, visit: https://newportlibraryri.org/kids/storytimes/

AARP Tax-Aide (TENTATIVE)

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax preparation help to all taxpayers of any age with low to moderate incomes.You do not need to be an AARP member.

Program room

TEENS: First Chapter Friday Online

It's big kid story time a.k.a. First Chapter Fridays. Ms. Becky and Ms. Christina will take turns reading the first chapter of some of their favorite books. Once again these can be found on the teen webpage, the library FB page and our newly launched YA Youtube channel.......More

It's big kid story time a.k.a. First Chapter Fridays. Ms. Becky and Ms. Christina will take turns reading the first chapter of some of their favorite books. Once again these can be found on the teen webpage, the library FB page and our newly launched YA Youtube channel. Tune in to find something you'll love (come on, you know it's only a matter of time).In honor of MLK Day and Black History month, we will be featuring stories about the African American experience or written by African American authors. This week, you will hear the first chapter of The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas. After witnessing her friend's death at the hands of a police officer, Starr Carter's two worlds collide. She lives in Garden Heights, but goes to the rich white kids school. Her daddy wants her to escape "the life", bus sometimes you have to stand up for the truth!Join Meeting: tinyurl.com/nptya