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April 09 - April 15
  • 09
    Sunday April 9, 2023

    Holiday - Easter

    12:00 am
    April 9, 2023

    We will be CLOSED Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023

    April StoryWalk® at WEAVER

    9:00 am-8:00 pm
    April 9, 2023
    Weaver Library Lawn
    41 Grove Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914

    Our April StoryWalk® selection is: ‘Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: a Muslim Book of Shapes’ by Hena Khan, illustrated by Mehrdokht Amini.

    Explore Muslim culture and Islam traditions while practicing shape recognition in this beautifully illustrated picture book.

    Our StoryWalk® is a self-guided reading adventure that is available everyday for all ages. Pages of a picture book are displayed in frames on a trail around the perimeter of the lawn at Weaver Library. The goal of the StoryWalk® is to increase children’s interest in books and reading while encouraging healthy outdoor activity for all ages, and reconnecting children and adults to nature. To date, StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries, including Bermuda, Canada, England, Germany, Malaysia, Pakistan, Russia, South Korea.

    WEAVER: Page Turners Kids Club

    3:30 pm-4:30 pm
    April 9, 2023-May 18, 2024

    Looking for something cool to do after school! Come to the Page Turners Kids Club! Join us every Tuesday afternoon at Weaver from 3:30-4:30 for fun activities. Some include Legos, Storytime, crafts on a rotating basis, plus an extra program/ performer each month. For grades K-5.

    4/4 BUILD- Legos are back! and make a Box City with recycled boxes

    4/11 SPECIAL: Audubon Society presents Owls of RI 2pm- see calendar listing for details

    4/18 EXPLORE- Recycled-  kaleidoscope craft

    4/25  PLAY- Yard Games

  • 10
    Monday April 10, 2023

    April StoryWalk® at WEAVER

    9:00 am-8:00 pm
    April 10, 2023-May 18, 2024
    Weaver Library Lawn
    41 Grove Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914

    Our April StoryWalk® selection is: ‘Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: a Muslim Book of Shapes’ by Hena Khan, illustrated by Mehrdokht Amini.

    Explore Muslim culture and Islam traditions while practicing shape recognition in this beautifully illustrated picture book.

    Our StoryWalk® is a self-guided reading adventure that is available everyday for all ages. Pages of a picture book are displayed in frames on a trail around the perimeter of the lawn at Weaver Library. The goal of the StoryWalk® is to increase children’s interest in books and reading while encouraging healthy outdoor activity for all ages, and reconnecting children and adults to nature. To date, StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries, including Bermuda, Canada, England, Germany, Malaysia, Pakistan, Russia, South Korea.

    WEAVER: Page Turners Kids Club

    3:30 pm-4:30 pm
    April 10, 2023-May 18, 2024

    Looking for something cool to do after school! Come to the Page Turners Kids Club! Join us every Tuesday afternoon at Weaver from 3:30-4:30 for fun activities. Some include Legos, Storytime, crafts on a rotating basis, plus an extra program/ performer each month. For grades K-5.

    4/4 BUILD- Legos are back! and make a Box City with recycled boxes

    4/11 SPECIAL: Audubon Society presents Owls of RI 2pm- see calendar listing for details

    4/18 EXPLORE- Recycled-  kaleidoscope craft

    4/25  PLAY- Yard Games

    Riverside Game Club at Riverside Branch Library 4-7pm

    4:00 pm-7:00 pm
    April 10, 2023
    Riverside Branch
    475 Bullocks Point Ave Riverside, RI 02915

    Kids and teens in grades 6-12 join us once a month for an evening of role playing games, board games, and more! We will meet at Riverside Branch from 4-7pm on the second Monday of each month January – May. Have a game you love to play? Bring it along and share it with us. You do not need to register, just drop in!

  • 11
    Tuesday April 11, 2023

    April StoryWalk® at WEAVER

    9:00 am-8:00 pm
    April 11, 2023-May 18, 2024
    Weaver Library Lawn
    41 Grove Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914

    Our April StoryWalk® selection is: ‘Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: a Muslim Book of Shapes’ by Hena Khan, illustrated by Mehrdokht Amini.

    Explore Muslim culture and Islam traditions while practicing shape recognition in this beautifully illustrated picture book.

    Our StoryWalk® is a self-guided reading adventure that is available everyday for all ages. Pages of a picture book are displayed in frames on a trail around the perimeter of the lawn at Weaver Library. The goal of the StoryWalk® is to increase children’s interest in books and reading while encouraging healthy outdoor activity for all ages, and reconnecting children and adults to nature. To date, StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries, including Bermuda, Canada, England, Germany, Malaysia, Pakistan, Russia, South Korea.

    The Rhythm Room at WEAVER 10:30am

    10:30 am-11:30 am
    April 11, 2023
    Weaver Library Lawn
    41 Grove Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914

    The Rhythm Room with Rick Morin is coming to Weaver Library!  Make some noise and keep the beat with buckets and drumsticks. All instruments provided. This is a hands-on, interactive program and it will be loud! Ear plugs or noise-cancelling headphones are welcome.

    *This event will be held outdoors. Please bring a blanket to sit on. In case of inclement weather, the program will be moved  indoors and tickets will be available 1 hour before, limit 40 patrons. Ages 0-10.

    Audubon Society Presents: Owls of RI at WEAVER 2pm

    2:00 pm-3:00 pm
    April 11, 2023

    Students learn about the owls that live in Rhode Island and their habitats, diet, senses, structures and functions. Older students will have the opportunity to test their skills as owl detectives, while younger children will discover owl senses through fun hands-on activities. This program will also feature a live owl!

    Ages 5+. Registration Required  30 Max.

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    Charity Sewing @ FULLER 2pm

    2:00 pm-3:30 pm
    April 11, 2023
    Fuller Creative Learning Center
    260 Dover Ave. East Providence, RI 02914

    Join us to make Heart Quilts, Linus Quilts, receiving blankets and more for local hospitals and charities!

    No registration required. To receive a reminder email, please fill out the form below. 

     

    Knit and Crochet Group @ Weaver 5:30pm

    5:30 pm-7:30 pm
    April 11, 2023

    Work on your project while talking with others.

    While this is not an instructed class there are plenty of people willing to teach if you want to learn.

    We meet every Tuesday, year round, with the exceptions of holidays.

    Drop in anytime between 5:30pm and 7:30pm

    Beige Playful Knitting Workshop Poster

     

     

    Community Service Tuesdays at Weaver Library 5:30-7:30pm

    5:30 pm-7:30 pm
    April 11, 2023

    Join us Tuesdays at Weaver Library for drop-in community service opportunities. We will always have cards and bookmarks ready to be made, but other service activities may also be available. This recurring drop in program runs from 5:30-7:30pm, and while you do not need to register, please plan to stay for at least one full hour on the days you attend. If you have any questions, contact Danielle Skeldon, Teen Services Librarian, at dskeldon@eplib.org or by calling 401-434-2453.

    Johnnycake Cooking Demo @ Fuller 6pm

    6:00 pm-7:00 pm
    April 11, 2023
    Fuller Creative Learning Center
    260 Dover Ave. East Providence, RI 02914

    Join us to watch how Johnnycakes, a RI favorite, is made! Watch the process of making them from beginning to end, learn the history behind them, and of course taste them at the end.

    Register by completing the form below. 

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    2023 RARI Selection Evening Book Discussion

    6:30 pm-7:30 pm
    April 11, 2023

     

    We will be reading True Biz by Sara Nović, this year’s Read Across Rhode Island selection, and discussing it in person at Weaver Library.
    Stop by to pick up a copy or download the title from eZone. Registration is required.

    Read more about the Rhode Island Center for the Book and the annual Read Across Rhode Island program here:
    https://ribook.org/

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  • 12
    Wednesday April 12, 2023

    April StoryWalk® at WEAVER

    9:00 am-8:00 pm
    April 12, 2023-May 18, 2024
    Weaver Library Lawn
    41 Grove Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914

    Our April StoryWalk® selection is: ‘Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: a Muslim Book of Shapes’ by Hena Khan, illustrated by Mehrdokht Amini.

    Explore Muslim culture and Islam traditions while practicing shape recognition in this beautifully illustrated picture book.

    Our StoryWalk® is a self-guided reading adventure that is available everyday for all ages. Pages of a picture book are displayed in frames on a trail around the perimeter of the lawn at Weaver Library. The goal of the StoryWalk® is to increase children’s interest in books and reading while encouraging healthy outdoor activity for all ages, and reconnecting children and adults to nature. To date, StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries, including Bermuda, Canada, England, Germany, Malaysia, Pakistan, Russia, South Korea.

    Project Chick at WEAVER 10:00am

    10:00 am-11:00 am
    April 12, 2023

    An educator from Casey Farm will present Project Chick which is a slideshow about the life cycle of chickens. This presentation also includes a display of many different bird eggs, and kids get to hold lived chicks at the end. They also bring an adult chicken to show the audience. The educator will also set up an incubator of chicken eggs in the Children’s Room. They will hatch 21 days later.

     

    Wednesday, April 12. 10:00am. Weaver Library. Ages 4-12.

    All Abilities Art @ Fuller 10:30am

    10:30 am-11:30 am
    April 12, 2023
    Fuller Creative Learning Center
    260 Dover Ave. East Providence, RI 02914

    Join us and use pastels to make beautiful butterflies! This program is geared for adults with developmental disabilities but all abilities are welcome.

    Register by completing the form below.

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    Teen Gardening @ Fuller 3:30pm

    3:30 pm-4:30 pm
    April 12, 2023
    Fuller Creative Learning Center
    260 Dover Ave. East Providence, RI 02914

    Help get Fuller’s raised beds up and running for the season and get community service hours along the way!

    This program is intended for East Providence middle and high school students.

     

    WEAVER: Page Turners Kids Club

    3:30 pm-4:30 pm
    April 12, 2023-May 18, 2024

    Looking for something cool to do after school! Come to the Page Turners Kids Club! Join us every Tuesday afternoon at Weaver from 3:30-4:30 for fun activities. Some include Legos, Storytime, crafts on a rotating basis, plus an extra program/ performer each month. For grades K-5.

    4/4 BUILD- Legos are back! and make a Box City with recycled boxes

    4/11 SPECIAL: Audubon Society presents Owls of RI 2pm- see calendar listing for details

    4/18 EXPLORE- Recycled-  kaleidoscope craft

    4/25  PLAY- Yard Games

  • 13
    Thursday April 13, 2023

    April StoryWalk® at WEAVER

    9:00 am-8:00 pm
    April 13, 2023-May 18, 2024
    Weaver Library Lawn
    41 Grove Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914

    Our April StoryWalk® selection is: ‘Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: a Muslim Book of Shapes’ by Hena Khan, illustrated by Mehrdokht Amini.

    Explore Muslim culture and Islam traditions while practicing shape recognition in this beautifully illustrated picture book.

    Our StoryWalk® is a self-guided reading adventure that is available everyday for all ages. Pages of a picture book are displayed in frames on a trail around the perimeter of the lawn at Weaver Library. The goal of the StoryWalk® is to increase children’s interest in books and reading while encouraging healthy outdoor activity for all ages, and reconnecting children and adults to nature. To date, StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries, including Bermuda, Canada, England, Germany, Malaysia, Pakistan, Russia, South Korea.

    Shell Painting at Riverside Library, 2pm - Registration Required

    2:00 pm-3:00 pm
    April 13, 2023
    Riverside Branch
    475 Bullocks Point Ave Riverside, RI 02915

    Paint your own design on big quahog shells found locally in Rhode Island!

    For children ages 6+. Please register below!

        (After filling out the form, click on the submit box. Then scroll down the page once again. You should see the message “Thanks for registering!” This is your confirmation that you have registered successfully. To enter another name, go back to the calendar and click on the event again.)

     

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    Resin Art at Weaver Library 2:30-4pm

    2:30 pm-4:00 pm
    April 13, 2023

     During this craft session we provide everything you need get creative. Learn to make jewelry and other trinkets using a variety of molds and different resin techniques.

    This drop-in program is for ages 11-15!

     

    WEAVER: Page Turners Kids Club

    3:30 pm-4:30 pm
    April 13, 2023-May 18, 2024

    Looking for something cool to do after school! Come to the Page Turners Kids Club! Join us every Tuesday afternoon at Weaver from 3:30-4:30 for fun activities. Some include Legos, Storytime, crafts on a rotating basis, plus an extra program/ performer each month. For grades K-5.

    4/4 BUILD- Legos are back! and make a Box City with recycled boxes

    4/11 SPECIAL: Audubon Society presents Owls of RI 2pm- see calendar listing for details

    4/18 EXPLORE- Recycled-  kaleidoscope craft

    4/25  PLAY- Yard Games

  • 14
    Friday April 14, 2023

    April StoryWalk® at WEAVER

    9:00 am-8:00 pm
    April 14, 2023-May 18, 2024
    Weaver Library Lawn
    41 Grove Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914

    Our April StoryWalk® selection is: ‘Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: a Muslim Book of Shapes’ by Hena Khan, illustrated by Mehrdokht Amini.

    Explore Muslim culture and Islam traditions while practicing shape recognition in this beautifully illustrated picture book.

    Our StoryWalk® is a self-guided reading adventure that is available everyday for all ages. Pages of a picture book are displayed in frames on a trail around the perimeter of the lawn at Weaver Library. The goal of the StoryWalk® is to increase children’s interest in books and reading while encouraging healthy outdoor activity for all ages, and reconnecting children and adults to nature. To date, StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries, including Bermuda, Canada, England, Germany, Malaysia, Pakistan, Russia, South Korea.

    Big Blue Blocks at WEAVER 2pm

    2:00 pm-3:00 pm
    April 14, 2023

    The Big Blue Blocks are BACK! Come build and play with giant foam blocks on the lawn at Weaver Library on Friday, April 14 at 2pm.

    For ages 0-10.

    WEAVER: Page Turners Kids Club

    3:30 pm-4:30 pm
    April 14, 2023-May 18, 2024

    Looking for something cool to do after school! Come to the Page Turners Kids Club! Join us every Tuesday afternoon at Weaver from 3:30-4:30 for fun activities. Some include Legos, Storytime, crafts on a rotating basis, plus an extra program/ performer each month. For grades K-5.

    4/4 BUILD- Legos are back! and make a Box City with recycled boxes

    4/11 SPECIAL: Audubon Society presents Owls of RI 2pm- see calendar listing for details

    4/18 EXPLORE- Recycled-  kaleidoscope craft

    4/25  PLAY- Yard Games

  • 15
    Saturday April 15, 2023

    April StoryWalk® at WEAVER

    9:00 am-8:00 pm
    April 15, 2023-May 18, 2024
    Weaver Library Lawn
    41 Grove Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914

    Our April StoryWalk® selection is: ‘Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: a Muslim Book of Shapes’ by Hena Khan, illustrated by Mehrdokht Amini.

    Explore Muslim culture and Islam traditions while practicing shape recognition in this beautifully illustrated picture book.

    Our StoryWalk® is a self-guided reading adventure that is available everyday for all ages. Pages of a picture book are displayed in frames on a trail around the perimeter of the lawn at Weaver Library. The goal of the StoryWalk® is to increase children’s interest in books and reading while encouraging healthy outdoor activity for all ages, and reconnecting children and adults to nature. To date, StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries, including Bermuda, Canada, England, Germany, Malaysia, Pakistan, Russia, South Korea.

    FREE Electronic Waste Drop-off with Indie Cycle @ Weaver 10am-1pm

    10:00 am-1:00 pm
    April 15, 2023

    Located in the side parking lot.

    Items accepted at NO charge: Computers, laptops, monitors, routers, PDA’s, cell phones, mice, keyboards, ink-jet printers, toner cartridges, CD/DVD players, radios, televisions, network equipment, wires, stereos, speakers, telephones, cameras, microwaves, small household appliances, and acid lead batteries including auto/marine and battery back-ups. Anything with a wire!

    A $10 disposal fee is charged for each laser-jet printer, wooden stereo speaker, air conditioner, dehumidifier, and other coolant containing devices.

    Not accepted: Light bulbs, single use household batteries, tapes/disks, glass, wood, Styrofoam, broken TV tubes, or any hazardous materials.

    Indie Cycle, LLC, has a zero landfill policy. We do not remarket any hard drives or data storage devices.

    See our website at www.indiecycle.com for more information or email: indiecycle@gmail.com

    Money Smart Week at WEAVER

    12:00 pm-7:00 pm
    April 15, 2023

    What’s that sound? It’s our play market opening for Money Smart Week. Come check it out in the Children’s Room at Weaver Library from April 15-21. All day, all ages.

    WEAVER: Page Turners Kids Club

    3:30 pm-4:30 pm
    April 15, 2023-May 18, 2024

    Looking for something cool to do after school! Come to the Page Turners Kids Club! Join us every Tuesday afternoon at Weaver from 3:30-4:30 for fun activities. Some include Legos, Storytime, crafts on a rotating basis, plus an extra program/ performer each month. For grades K-5.

    4/4 BUILD- Legos are back! and make a Box City with recycled boxes

    4/11 SPECIAL: Audubon Society presents Owls of RI 2pm- see calendar listing for details

    4/18 EXPLORE- Recycled-  kaleidoscope craft

    4/25  PLAY- Yard Games