Calendar

We will be CLOSED for New Year’s Day on Monday January 3rd, 2022

Kids of all ages are invited to get creative with our HUGE collection of LEGOs. They can either work on their own creation, or build as a team. Building with LEGOs can increase a child’s attention span, creativity, and problem solving skills.

Join us if you are an expert LEGO builder or a first timer. This is the place for you.

This program will be held in our large program room at Weaver Library. Registration is not necessary.

Sketching has become a popular hobby since it requires limited materials and can be done virtually anywhere! In this series, you will learn the basics of sketching and practice different techniques. Join us to build your skills and feel comfortable starting your own sketch pad that you can take with you wherever you go. Space is limited, registration required by completing the form below

Circles and Silence Film

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This series has been canceled. Please stay tuned for new dates in the spring.

Grab some friends, pour yourself a coffee, and play some of your favorite card games between 10-11am! What card games you play is entirely up to you. Registration required as space is limited. 

Virtual Toddler/Preschool Storytime @ Weaver- REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Join us on Zoom for a virtual 4-week Toddler Preschool Storytime for Wednesdays in January: 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26. We’ll read books, sing together, and do a lot of silly dancing. 

Please fill out the form below to register each child and caregiver.

This program is full. Please email the library at epplyouthservicesdept@gmail.com to be put on the waiting list.

Hygge is the Danish term for creating warmth, coziness, and fun during the cold months. In this series, you will learn and practice fun ways to make the winter months more enjoyable than ever! Ages 7+. Registration required as space is limited.

Drop into Fuller to learn how a 3D printer works and watch it in action!

Don’t forget to thank everyone from the holiday season! Drop in between 4:00-6:00pm to make your own card that you can mail or give out yourself (all ages).

Welcome winter with this cute and cozy seasonal craft! This take and make will be available for pick-up on Monday, January 10th – 9 am @ Weaver and 10 am @ Riverside. While supplies last.

This two hour program is open to East Providence residents in grades 6-12 who are in need of community service hours. You will earn service hours by working on a variety of creative projects to support the library. This is a drop in program, and while you do not need to register for any of these events, please plan to arrive on time stay for the full session for those dates that you attend. If you have any questions, contact Lisa Perry, Teen & Reference Services Librarian, at lperry@eplib.org or by calling 401-434-2453.

This performance has been postponed and will take place Monday, February 14th at Weaver Library. Those who already registered will remain registered for the new date.

Joe Godfrey is a Rhode Island based pianist and educator that excels in many styles of music. With a repertoire that includes jazz standards, well known classical pieces, Sinatra, Stevie Wonder, and the Beatles, he is sure to find a song that resonates with you. Jump into the time machine as we explore a variety of tunes that will leave you wanting more!

Joe holds degrees in Jazz Studies (MM) from the University of South Carolina and Jazz Performance (BM) from the University of Rhode Island. Currently, he teaches piano for the RI Philharmonic and Music School, the Rhody Center, and privately.

Registration required by completing the form below

Tuesdays, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, at 10:30. Registration is not required, and this program will be cancelled in the event of bad weather. We will announce cancellations here on our Events Calendar.

Join us for an interactive learning opportunity where young children enjoy a story, rhymes, songs, and play. Our storytime programs include the five practices of early literacy: talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing. These programs also foster attentiveness, good listening, following directions, and a love of literature and learning, all of which are readiness skills that will prepare children for success in school.

Bundle up because this program is outside.

Monthly program for Homeschoolers that focuses on hands-on, learning activities for school age children. We’ll read books and work together, exploring a new concept every month.

This month we’ll learn about astronomy!

This Homeschool Libratory will be held virtually. Take and Make activities will be available for pickup in the Weaver Library starting Thursday 1/6.

Please register below.

Monthly afterschool program that focuses on hands-on, learning activities for school age children. We’ll read books and work together, exploring a new concept every month.

This month we’ll learn about astronomy!

This Afterschool STEAM will be held virtually. Take and Make activities will be available for pickup in the Weaver Library starting Thursday 1/6.

Please register below.

Sketching has become a popular hobby since it requires limited materials and can be done virtually anywhere! In this series, you will learn the basics of sketching and practice different techniques. Join us to build your skills and feel comfortable starting your own sketch pad that you can take with you wherever you go. Space is limited, registration required by completing the form below

This series has been canceled. Please stay tuned for new dates in the spring.

Grab some friends, pour yourself a coffee, and play some of your favorite card games between 10-11am! What card games you play is entirely up to you. Registration required as space is limited. 

Virtual Toddler/Preschool Storytime @ Weaver- REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Join us on Zoom for a virtual 4-week Toddler Preschool Storytime for Wednesdays in January: 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26. We’ll read books, sing together, and do a lot of silly dancing. 

Please fill out the form below to register each child and caregiver.

This program is full. Please email the library at epplyouthservicesdept@gmail.com to be put on the waiting list.

Hygge is the Danish term for creating warmth, coziness, and fun during the cold months. In this series, you will learn and practice fun ways to make the winter months more enjoyable than ever! Ages 7+. Registration required as space is limited.

Join Miss Sharon for some rhymes, songs, dancing, and a story! For babies and toddlers. (Adults must wear masks.)

Thursday, Jan. 13, 10:30 – 11:00 am.

This program is full.

This series has been postponed. 

In this 4-week series, participants will work with Sharon, a member of The Friends of the library, to sew their very own tote bag! You may bring your own sewing machine or use one of Fuller’s public machines. Registration required as space is limited. 

Sorry, this program is full. Please email fullercreativelearning@gmail.com or call 401-228-3903 to be placed on the waiting list.

We will be CLOSED for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 17th

Tuesdays, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, at 10:30. Registration is not required, and this program will be cancelled in the event of bad weather. We will announce cancellations here on our Events Calendar.

Join us for an interactive learning opportunity where young children enjoy a story, rhymes, songs, and play. Our storytime programs include the five practices of early literacy: talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing. These programs also foster attentiveness, good listening, following directions, and a love of literature and learning, all of which are readiness skills that will prepare children for success in school.

Bundle up because this program is outside.

Kids, ages 5-12, are invited to join us for a story about MLK Jr., a discussion of his nonviolence teachings, and to make a Peace craft.

Registration has closed.

Sketching has become a popular hobby since it requires limited materials and can be done virtually anywhere! In this series, you will learn the basics of sketching and practice different techniques. Join us to build your skills and feel comfortable starting your own sketch pad that you can take with you wherever you go. Space is limited, registration required by completing the form below

This series has been canceled. Please stay tuned for new dates in the spring.

Grab some friends, pour yourself a coffee, and play some of your favorite card games between 10-11am! What card games you play is entirely up to you. Registration required as space is limited. 

Virtual Toddler/Preschool Storytime @ Weaver- REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Join us on Zoom for a virtual 4-week Toddler Preschool Storytime for Wednesdays in January: 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26. We’ll read books, sing together, and do a lot of silly dancing. 

Please fill out the form below to register each child and caregiver.

This program is full. Please email the library at epplyouthservicesdept@gmail.com to be put on the waiting list.

Hygge is the Danish term for creating warmth, coziness, and fun during the cold months. In this series, you will learn and practice fun ways to make the winter months more enjoyable than ever! Ages 7+. Registration required as space is limited.

Join us virtually for this month’s craft.

Supplies will be ready for pick-up on Thursday. January 13th.

Please register below before picking up your craft supplies at Weaver Library.

You will receive a Zoom link  the day before the program.

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Join Miss Sharon for some rhymes, songs, dancing, and a story! For babies and toddlers. (Adults must wear masks.)

Thursday, Jan. 20, 10:30 – 11:00 am.

This program is full.

Each week, children ages 7+ will create a different art piece using snowflake designs. Registration required as space is limited.

This series has been postponed. 

In this 4-week series, participants will work with Sharon, a member of The Friends of the library, to sew their very own tote bag! You may bring your own sewing machine or use one of Fuller’s public machines.

Virtual Book Club For Kids 8-12

Meet other kids who love to read. Listen to the first chapter of a book read-aloud. Discuss and decide whether or not to keep reading. Repeat every month.

Please register below.

Kids can drop in to read to our favorite Cocker Spaniel Danny at Weaver Library on Monday, January 24, 4:00-6:00. Listening to kids read is one of Danny’s favorite activities! Parents, bring your child for stress-free reading practice.

Studies have found that reading aloud to dogs improved children’s attitudes toward books and increased their confidence. Dogs, relaxed and nonjudgemental, seem to help even struggling readers enjoy a book.

Registration is not necessary.

We will be reading Spinning Silver by Naomi Novik and discussing it virtually via Zoom. Stop by Weaver Library to pick up a copy or download the title from eZone. Registration is required and the Zoom link will be emailed to you prior to the discussion.

Sorry, this program is full. Please call 401-434-2453 to be placed on the waitlist,

Tuesdays, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, at 10:30. Registration is not required, and this program will be cancelled in the event of bad weather. We will announce cancellations here on our Events Calendar.

Join us for an interactive learning opportunity where young children enjoy a story, rhymes, songs, and play. Our storytime programs include the five practices of early literacy: talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing. These programs also foster attentiveness, good listening, following directions, and a love of literature and learning, all of which are readiness skills that will prepare children for success in school.

Bundle up because this program is outside.

For Ages 8-12. This month we’ll be reading Twins by Varian Johnson, sharing more of our favorite graphic novels, and learning more tips for drawing our own comics. This month we’ll be meeting virtually.

In this 3-week series, participants will learn a new recipe and leave knowing how to make a new soup each week! Kristie will walk everyone through each step and introduce the perfect winter soups that will make the winter months a whole lot warmer. Registration required as space is limited.

This series has been canceled. Please stay tuned for new dates in the spring.

Grab some friends, pour yourself a coffee, and play some of your favorite card games between 10-11am! What card games you play is entirely up to you. Registration required as space is limited. 

Virtual Toddler/Preschool Storytime @ Weaver- REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Join us on Zoom for a virtual 4-week Toddler Preschool Storytime for Wednesdays in January: 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26. We’ll read books, sing together, and do a lot of silly dancing. 

Please fill out the form below to register each child and caregiver.

This program is full. Please email the library at epplyouthservicesdept@gmail.com to be put on the waiting list.

We will be reading Spinning Silver by Naomi Novik and discussing it INDOORS @ Weaver Library. Stop by Weaver Library to pickup a copy or download the title from eZone. Registration is required.

Hygge is the Danish term for creating warmth, coziness, and fun during the cold months. In this series, you will learn and practice fun ways to make the winter months more enjoyable than ever! Ages 7+. Registration required as space is limited.

Kids ages 6+ can come to learn the game of chess or practice playing to improve their skills! Registration required!

This is a 6 week session: Wednesdays, 4 – 5 pm, January 26 – March 2 at Riverside Library. (Please note that masks must be worn in the building at this time, and parents will be asked to wait outside the program room as we are only allowed to have a small number of people gathered in the room. Please register your child only if he/she will be able to attend most sessions.)

Please register below!

This storytime is geared for children of all ages who have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and their families. Following a social story schedule, we will listen to a story, sing some songs, and take part in some movement activities.

Registration is required below. The Zoom link will be emailed to you.

If you have any questions, please contact Pam Schwieger at eplibrarypam@yahoo.com.

Join Miss Sharon for some rhymes, songs, dancing, and a story! For babies and toddlers. (Adults must wear masks.)

Thursday, Jan. 20, 10:30 – 11:00 am.

Register right here beginning Monday, January 24th!

Each week, children ages 7+ will create a different art piece using snowflake designs. Registration required as space is limited.

This series has been postponed. 

In this 4-week series, participants will work with Sharon, a member of The Friends of the library, to sew their very own tote bag! You may bring your own sewing machine or use one of Fuller’s public machines.