Fall is here and the weather has finally cooled down. Our Reference Librarian is eager to share his tech knowledge to enhance your recreational and educational needs. Come to the Woonsocket Harris Public Library, where we can show you how to get the most out of your smartphone, tablet or laptop. Our 1 on 1 sessions will show you how to take advantage of the library’s free apps to borrow ebooks and audiobooks from the comfort of your home. Sessions will be offered on the following dates: October 13th, October 27th, November 10th, November 24th, December 8th, and December 22nd.  Appointments [...]

It’s Time for Tunes-N-Tales, Everybody say Hello! Join us every other Wednesday from 11:30-12:15 (dates listed in flyer) for music fun with Anne Marie Forer. Tunes & Tales for Tots will have you singing songs and making music with Anne-Marie Forer. This program for children includes finger-plays, movement activities and rhythm instrument play. Tap your toes, and clap your hands, it is time for Tunes-N-Tales. Great for preschoolers ages 2-5 and their adult caregiver. Note the time changed from the previous classes at 11am to 11:30am now and will continue at the 11:30 start time. Walk-ins are welcome. Registration is suggested [...]

Wednesday October 20th  4-4:45pm Halloween party treats to be determined. Join Maggie from the YouTube channel The Lazy Girl’s Kitchen who will be here at the library to show kids ages 8 and up how to decorate a treat for Halloween     Great for ages 8 & up with adults. We will make these treats as part of the program. People with chocolate allergies take note. No nuts associated with this program though it is possible an ingredient may be manufactured in a plant that produces nuts, like vanilla cookies.  Registration by phone is requested. 401-769-9044 x2

Join us for our pick your own book Book Club. Bring along any book that you enjoyed and would recommend. It’s a great way to find out about books that might be your next great read. No pressure book club fun way to get together with fellow readers. October is Halloween and Horror themed. This program is for 18+. Space is limited. Call Reference at 401-767-4124 to reserve your spot. We look forward to having you.

Join us for the Woonsocket Harris Public Library’s History Book Club. THis book club will be led by our reference librarian who holds a BA and MA in history. As our country marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11, feel free to bring a History book that covers a time period and theme of your liking and we’ll discuss the book and what parts were of great interest to you. Meeting will be held in the Program Room and limited to 5 participants. Sign up by calling 401-767-4124 or emailing reference@woonsocketlibrary.org.

Great for our young Sesame Street fans ages 2 & up and their older siblings in early elementary school to grade 2.  Watch a 20 minute video of  some of your favorite Sesame Street characters visiting animals in Africa for the “Sesame Street & the Great Elephant Adventure.” There will be an activity following the show and a live animal experience with Dave Marchetti immediately following the show. These two programs are combined and are not separate. Those who get tickets to the Sesame Street show also see the real animals. Don’t worry older kids, teens and parents we will have [...]