Branching Out The South Kingstown Public Library Newsletter www.skpl.org April 2017 Peace Dale Library 1057 Kingstown Road Peace Dale, RI 02879 401-789-1555 ~ FAX 401-782-6370 Kingston Free Library 2605 Kingstown Road Kingston, RI 02881 401-783-8254 Robert Beverly Hale Library 2601 Commodore Perry Hwy Wakefield, RI 02879 401-783-5386 THE VALUE OF A BOOK APPRAISAL EVENT SATURDAY, APRIL 1, 2:00 P.M. Do you have treasure on your shelves? Find out from rare book dealer Ray Rickman what makes a book valuable and what kinds of books fetch high prices. Format will be like Antiques Roadshow. Bring up to 3 of your own books for a complimentary estimate of market value. Made possible by the Friends of the Peace Dale Library. 789-1555 xt 110 or jwilson@skpl.org. PEACE DALE LIBRARY WORLD FILM SERIES WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12, 2:00 P.M. Our new series on the 2nd Wednesday of each month features movies set in Spain, Lebanon, Vietnam, Denmark, Mexico, China, Ireland, and India. On April 12, join us for director Fernando Leon s Mondays in the Sun (2003), which won Spain s top film prize and is set during Spain s recent period of widespread unemployment. Subtitles. For more info, contact - 1555 ext. 110 or jwilson@skpl.org. LOCAL AUTHOR SHOWCASE SATURDAY, APRIL 22, 10:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M. Join us for our second Local Author Showcase, featuring morning and afternoon panels of writers speaking about their work. A wide variety of authors and subjects will be represented, and there will be copies of the titles available for sale and signing. See the full schedule soon on the Library website. For more info, contact 789-1555 ext. 110 or jwilson@skpl.org. ORGANIZE YOUR CLOSETS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 5, 6:30 P.M. Does your closet need an overhaul? Tired of stepping over clothes to get into your closet? Overwhelmed, stressed, or feeling stuck? Kristin MacRae of Organizing in RI will give you all the tips you need to get unstuck, organized, and energized. Registration preferred by contacting nnadeau@skpl.org or 783-8254. SOUTH KINGSTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY AMNESTY DAY SATURDAY, APRIL 8 LOCATION: PEACE DALE AND KINGSTON FREE On Saturday, April 8, the South Kingstown Public Library will be offering amnesty on returned items. Fines will only be waived for items brought back that day. Amnesty does not apply to materials that are lost or damaged, or old fines. Many public libraries around the state will be offering this free fine day bring back any overdue materials and clear your account! PEACE DALE LIBRARY SPRING BOOK SALE SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 9:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M. Join us for the Friends of the Peace Dale Library Spring Book Sale! Stop in and see what great reads you might find. All proceeds benefit the Friends of the Peace Dale Library, who support library programming and initiatives for all ages. As of April 1, 2017, all patrons must present a library card to check out, renew, or place holds at all branches of the South Kingstown Public Library. Don t want to carry another card around? You can now also use an app on your smart phone (such as CardStar or KeyRing to load your library card barcode.)
PYSANKY EGG WORKSHOP THURSDAY, APRIL 6, 6:00 P.M. SATURDAY, APRIL 8, 10:30 A.M.-12:30 P.M. Join Lisa Schipritt to learn how to make a decorative Ukrainian egg. Ages 12 and up. Bring a container to hold the egg. All materials will be supplied. Space is limited, register for either workshop by contacting nnadeau@skpl.org or 783-8254. SPRINGTIME EDIBLE PLANTS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26, 6:30 P.M. The 3 Foragers will teach us about which plants will be in season to add to our table this Spring. The 3 Foragers are a family who have been identifying, photographing, and cooking with the edible plants and fungi of New England for more than 10 years. Registration preferred, contact nnadeau@skpl.org or 783-8254. Sponsored by the Friends of the Kingston Free Library. THE COMMERCIALIZATION OF TASTE: A HISTORY OF COFFEE THURSDAY, APRIL 27, 6:30 P.M. Join us as Jenna Teachout of the Newport Historical Society discusses the stimulating impact the introduction of coffee had on life in the American colonies, specifically Rhode Island. Coffee and bakery items will be served. Registration preferred, contact nnadeau@skpl.org or 783-8254. Presented in partnership with the South County Historical Society and sponsored by the Friends of the Kingston Free Library. A READABLE FEAST: A COOKBOOK BOOK GROUP THURSDAY, APRIL 13, 6:30-8:00 P.M. Participants bring a dish to share from that month s cookbook. There is a discussion about the book while we sample all the dishes. This month we will be reading and cooking from My Kitchen Year by Ruth Reichl. Copies are available at the Circulation desk. Registration is required by calling 783-8254 or email nnadeau@skpl.org. SEE OUR INSERT FOR INFORMATION ON OUR ADULT BOOK CLUBS AND HOW TO SUBMIT A PHOTO TO OUR NEW PETS & BOOKS FACEBOOK ALBUM! TECHNOLOGY CLASSES Join us for our new technology classes! Each one hour class will cover a different topic. Bring your own device, or use our laptops! Registration is required, and space is limited! To register, please call the Reference Desk at 401-789-1555 ext. 108 to book a spot at one or all of our upcoming programs! OVERDRIVE, EBOOKS & DEVICES Saturday, April 1, 10:00-11:00 A.M. Learn how to use OverDrive and download digital media onto any device! FACEBOOK Saturday, April 15, 1:00-2:00 P.M. Connect with your friends and family both near and far! ONE-ON-ONE TECH HELP If you have a tech question or would like to learn a new skill, book a 30- minute tech tutorial with a reference librarian and get hands-on help. If you need help with a Kindle, ipad, or other tablet or e-reader, bring your own device. For everything else, we have library computers you can use. Book your session by visiting or calling the Reference Desk at 401-789-1555 ext. 108, or send an email to us at skiref@skpl.org. Please put Tech Help in the subject line of the email, and let us know what project or skill you need help with. Each session should focus on one area (email, social media, Word, etc.), and is for one person. You must have your necessary passwords needed to access your account or devices. ONGOING PROGRAMS AT KING- STON FREE LIBRARY The Kingston Free Library offers a variety of ongoing free monthly programs, including Reiki and Yoga sessions, a Scrabble group, and a Knitting group. Please visit our website or call the library at 783-8254 for full details, dates, and times.
CHILDREN S PROGRAMMING (STORYTIMES ON BACK PAGE) PRINCESS IN BLACK MONDAY, APRIL 17, 3:00-4:00 P.M. LOCATION: ROBERT BEVERLY HALE LIBRARY Kids ages 6-10 are invited to join us for a Princess in Black Party. We ll have a short read aloud followed by crafts and snacks. Registration preferred, contact bfong@skpl.org or 783-5386. KIDS BEACH PARTY WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19, 10:30 A.M.-11:15 A.M. Join us for a beach party with themed stories, music, activities, and crafts! All ages, no registration required. PLANTS & POETRY TUESDAY, APRIL 18, 6:30-7:30 P.M. LOCATION: ROBERT BEVERLY HALE Kids ages 7-12 are invited to join us as we celebrate National Poetry Month and Earth Day! We ll share a variety of nature poems, while we decorate flower pots and plant flowers to take home. Registration required, contact bfong@skpl.org or 783-5386. FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: MOANA FRIDAY, APRIL 21, 6:30 P.M. Families are invited to join us for our Family Movie Night showing of Moana (PG). We ll have popcorn & craft; PJs & pillows welcome! MEET A BABY GOAT SATURDAY, APRIL 8, 10:30 A.M. Join Lynda Wilkie-Hemond, aka The Goat Lady and meet her baby goats at this hands on family program that is informative and adorable. No registration required. This is an outdoor program that will be rescheduled in the case of rain. CASEY FARM PROJECT CHICK THURSDAY, APRIL 20, 10:30 A.M. SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 10:30 A.M. Casey Farm will be bringing chicks and eggs to the library to talk about bird life cycles and the farm life of a free range chicken in this hands on program for all ages. No registration for the Peace Dale program, register for Kingston Free by contacting nnadeau@skpl.org or 783-8254. ROCK ON! THURSDAY, APRIL 20, 1:00-1:45 P.M. Join URI Geology Professor Dawn Cardace for a fun, hands on introduction to rocks and minerals. This is an all ages family program, no registration required. EARTH DAY CRAFTS FRIDAY, APRIL 21, 1:00-1:45 P.M. Celebrate Earth Day with a fun craft using natural and recycled materials. We ll meet on the Library lawn if the weather is good, otherwise we ll meet indoors. All ages, no registration required. LEGO STORYTELLERS LEGO POETRY WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26, 4:00-4:45 P.M. Celebrate National Poetry Month by building Lego structures that double as poems. Geared for ages 5-12, but all ages are welcome. Legos are supplied by and stored at the library. No registration required. POEM IN YOUR POCKET DAY THURSDAY, APRIL 27, 12:00-5:00 P.M. Drop by the Children s Room to celebrate Poem in Your Pocket Day. Choose a poem to take home and share with others throughout the day. Poetry related activities and crafts will be offered. All ages, no registration required. For more information on these and additional Youth Services activities and programs, visit www.skpl.org or contact our li- Kingston Free Sharon Babbitt Phone: 783-8254 Email: sbabbitt@skpl.org Robert Beverly Hale Brandi Fong Phone: 783-5386 Email: bfong@skpl.org Peace Dale Tina Ladika Phone: 789-1555, ext 115 Email: tladika@skpl.org
STORYTIMES WEEKLY SPRING STORYTIMES: PEACE DALE LIBRARY MARCH 21-MAY 18 Join us for stories, songs and rhymes, movement, puppets, art, science, and other fun activities! There will be no storytimes on April 6th or April School Vacation week (April 17-21). No registration necessary. Wigglers (6 months - 24 months): Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Terrific 2 s & 3 s: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Preschool (3 years-6 years): Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: I LOVE MY LIBRARY MONDAY, APRIL 10, 10:30-11:15 A.M. LOCATION: ROBERT BEVERLY HALE LIBRARY Join us for our monthly preschool storytime for ages 3-6! April 9-15 is National Library Week! Join us for stories and crafts all about books and libraries. Registration preferred, contact 783-5386 or bfong@skpl.org WEEKLY SPRING STORYTIMES: KINGSTON FREE ONGOING TUESDAY SESSIONS Nursery Rhyme Time: Tuesdays, 10:30-11:00 a.m. Join us for nursery rhymes, fingerplays, stories, songs, and movement activities followed by free play fun. Geared for ages birth-2 years, but all are welcome. Afternoon Family Storytime: Tuesdays, 3:30-4:00 p.m. Jon us for stories, songs, movement activities, and a craft. All ages. No registration required. SATURDAY BUNNY STORYTIME SATURDAY, APRIL 15, 10:30-11:00 A.M. Join us for a special bunny themed Saturday storytime. We ll have stories, songs, movement, and a craft. All ages, no registration required. TWEEN & TEEN PROGRAMS 5TH-7TH GRADE GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19, 4:00-5:00 P.M. 5th-7th graders are invited to join us for a Calvin & Hobbes fun filled program! Read any Calvin & Hobbes comic collection, then come share with others your favorite strips from that book. We ll also have art projects and activities related to Calvin & Hobbes. Registration preferred, drop-ins welcome. Contact bfong@skpl.org or 789-1555 ext. 105. TEEN MOVIE: STAR WARS ROGUE ONE THURSDAY, APRIL 20, 3:00-5:15 P.M. Students in grades 7-12 are invited to join us for mini-glow stick light sabers, popcorn, and a showing of Star Wars Rogue One (PG-13). No registration required. TEEN SHORT STORY BOOK CLUB WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15, 3:30-4:30 P.M. Love to read and talk about books, but don t have a lot of time? This book club is for you! Students in grades 8-12 are invited to our Teen Short Story Book Club. Every month, we ll talk about a different collection of short stories. This month we ll read the stories by John Green, Sara Zarr, and Lisa Yee from the collection Geektastic: Stories from the Nerd Herd. Registration preferred, drop-ins welcome. Congratulations to Illuminae by Aimee Kaufman and Jay Kristoff, the 2017 Rhode Island Teen Book Award Winner! Stay tuned for the upcoming 2018 Nominee List! For more information on Teen Services and programs, contact: Brandi Fong, Youth and Teen Services Librarian Mon.-Tues., 783-5386, Wed.-Fri., 789-1555 Email: bfong@skpl.org
SOUTH KINGSTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY ADULT BOOK GROUPS KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY BROWN BAG BOOK DISCUSSION WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 12:00 P.M. The Excellent Lombards by Jane Hamilton WEDNESDAY, MAY 4, 12:00 P.M. A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman BEYOND WORDS BOOK GROUP WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12, 7:00 P.M. Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng PEACE DALE LIBRARY EVENING BOOK GROUP TUESDAY, APRIL 4, 6:30 P.M. Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro TUESDAY, MAY 2, 6:30 P.M. The Little Paris Bookshop by Nina George NATIONAL PET DAY IS APRIL 11TH In honor of our favorite furry, feathered, and scaly friends, the library is calling for photo submissions of your favorite pets with your favorite book, DVD, or CD. Please send your submissions to lclark@skpl.org. Submissions will be accepted until the end of April, and will be posted in an album on our Facebook page. We look forward to seeing all your best buds with your choice of entertainment. Don t forget if you don t have a copy of your favorite book, CD, or DVD, you can always visit the library and we can get it for you! Library Director, Laurel Clark is delighted to kick things off with a picture of Bentley with her favorite read To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. Visit our Facebook page to check out all our pet friends! AFTERNOON BOOK GROUP FRIDAY, APRIL 14, 2:00 P.M. Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng ROBERT BEVERLY HALE LIBRARY BOOKMARKS BOOK GROUP THURSDAY, APRIL 27, 7:00 P.M. The Handmaid s Tale by Margaret Atwood