May
20
Mon
2019
The Decision to Leave Canada for America
May 20 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

On Monday, May 20, the Museum of Work and Culture and the Woonsocket Harris Public Library invite families to discover the tough choices French Canadians faced in making the decision to immigrate to the United States, with the Decision to Leave, an immersive education program for students of all ages.

The Museum of Work and Culture – May 20th, 10:00-11:00am
Located at 42 South Main Street. The program will begin at the Museum at 10:00am, where families will gather in the farm house exhibit to engage with a living history interpreter and learn more about her family’s decision to leave their home in Canada. A Museum guide will teach participants more about life on the farm, the challenges families faced transitioning to their new way of life, and lead a discussion about what choice students would make living in those conditions.

Travel from the Museum to the Library where the program will continue.

The Woonsocket Harris Public Library at 11:30-12:30pm Located at 303 Clinton Street where families will have the opportunity to explore Woonsocket’s textile history with a sewing craft. Then join staff for a sewing craft, use the light board to trace a picture to color, explore local history websites with our iPads and using the green screen put yourself in the historical photo. Come in period dress for extra fun! Light refreshments including water & fruit will be served.

Space is limited and registration is required.
Please email mowc@rihs.org to reserve a spot for your family.

May
30
Thu
2019
Summer Reading Kick-Off
May 30 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Thursday May 30th 5-7pm

Kids get FREE Books, Snacks and Activities!!!  Come join the fun.

Snacks & activities will be provided by the Rotary Club of  Woonsocket.

Books will be provided by Books Are Wings.

While you are waiting for your turn at the free book table,

Visit our craft table and make something to take home.

Books and activities are suitable for families with children ages 4 and up

Children under 12 must be with an adult caregiver at all times.

No registration necessary walk-ins are welcome.

 

 

Sponsored by Books Are Wings and the Rotary Club of Woonsocket

Jun
25
Tue
2019
Meet Andy Armadillo
Jun 25 @ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

Hey Kids! Check out the fun we’re having
at the Woonsocket Harris Public Library
On Tuesday June 25th 12:30pm

Meet Andy Armadillo and listen to a story

Part of our Summer Reading Kickoff Celebration
After the program sign up for great library reading programs

Funding and support for the Statewide RI Summer Reading Program includes a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services through the RI Office of Library & Information Services, Local sponsors include Texas Roadhouse, United Skates of America, Pepin Lumber, Vose Hardware & Children’s and Young Adult Librarians of RI and the Friends of the Woonsocket Harris Public Library.

Aug
8
Thu
2019
Henna by Pinky
Aug 8 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Thursday August 8th 2-3pm

Henna art will be limited to 10 participants due to time and number of cones available. Ms. Pinky will be here to do the henna hand designs. There will also be designs you can practice with on paper before using the cones yourself and create your own hand designs. There will be a few cones at the end for participants to try on their own hands.

Light snacks, fruit juice, cookies and music from India.

Children under 10 must be with an adult caregiver who can give permission. Henna art last for little over a week.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Woonsocket Harris Public Library

Aug
13
Tue
2019
Children’s Author Kerri Gaulin
Aug 13 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Author Kerri Gaulin will read from her book Howie Flies Solo. Summary: Join Howie, the owlet, on his first solo adventure as he encounters and helps other animals foraging for food just like him. Tuesday August 13th 2-3pm Great for ages 3.5 and up with adult.