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Branching Out The South Kingstown Public Library Newsletter www.skpl.org September 2019

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

A READABLE FEAST: A COOKBOOK BOOK GROUP

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 6:30-8:00 P.M.

LOCATION: KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY

Participants bring a dish to share from

that month’s cookbook. There is a dis-

cussion about the book while we sam-

ple all the dishes. This month we’ll be

reading and cooking from Dorie Green-

span’s cookbooks: Around My French

Table, Baking: From My Home to Yours, and Everyday Dorie.

Registration is required, we are unable to

accommodate walk-ins. Contact 783-8254 or email

[email protected] .

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY CRAFT FAIR

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 10:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M.

LOCATION: PEACE DALE LIBRARY

The Friends of the Peace Dale Li-

brary will be holding their 2nd

Annual Craft Fair! Come browse

local vendors for great art, jewel-

ry, and handmade crafts. The

event will take place rain or shine. This is a great chance to

show your support for the library and pick up a gift or even

a treat for yourself. We look forward to seeing you!

JAZZ PIANIST ROD LUTHER

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2:00 P.M.


Join us with Rhode Island based

jazz and improvisational pianist

Rod Luther for “Highlights from

the Great American Songbook”.

Rod’s musical versatility and vast

knowledge of American songs join together in his interpre-

tation of show tunes, jazz standards, blues, spirituals, and

more. Made possible by the Friends of the Peace Dale Li-

brary. Registration preferred but not required, for more

info, contact 789-1555 ext. 110 or [email protected].

AUTHOR VISIT: FRANK HEPPNER

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2:00 P.M.


Join us as Dr. Frank Heppner speaks about

his latest book, The Seventy Year Train

Ride. The son of a doctor for the South Pacif-

ic Railroad, Frank Heppner by age 10 had

accumulated 10,000 miles on trains, and

subsequently rode them in 28 countries.

His book is a lighthearted memoir of his

global adventures (and misadventures) on trains around

the world. Registration preferred, contact 789-1555 ext.

108 or [email protected].

SCARECROW CRAFT

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 6:00 P.M.


Join us at the Kingston Free Library for an

evening craft! We’ll be using mini

terracotta pots to create a festive fall

scarecrow. Ages 14 and up.

Registration required, contact 783-8254 or

[email protected].

MONDAY MOVIE MATINEES

MONDAYS, SEPTEMBER 9, 16, 23, AND 30, 2:00 P.M.


Join us every Monday for the latest

releases.

Sept. 9: Long Shot (R, Charlize Theron, Seth Rogan)

Sept. 16: Dog’s Journey (PG-13, Josh Gad, Dennis Quaid)

Sept. 23: The Hustle

(PG-13, Anne Hathaway, Rebel Wilson)

Sept. 30: Rocketman (R, Taron Egerton, Jamie Bell)

SOUTH KINGSTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY

ADULT BOOK GROUPS

KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY

BROWN BAG BOOK DISCUSSION

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 12:15 P.M.

An American Marriage by Tayari Jones

BEYOND WORDS BOOK GROUP

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 7:00 P.M.

A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles

PEACE DALE LIBRARY

EVENING BOOK GROUP

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 6:30 P.M.

Warlight by Michael Ondaatje

AFTERNOON BOOK GROUP

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2:00 P.M.

The Ninth Hour by Alice McDermott

ROBERT BEVERLY HALE LIBRARY

BOOKMARKS BOOK GROUP

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 7:00 P.M.

The Music Shop by Rachel Joyce

UKULELE WORKSHOP



In Bed by Ten hosts the final ukulele les-

son and jam session of the season.

Beginning students start at 5:00 PM,

experienced players can join in at 6:00 PM. Bring your

ukulele and get together to play blues, rock, and traditional

music. Register as a beginner or experienced player by

contacting the library at 783-8254 or by contacting Mike at

401-552-3060 or [email protected].

ONGOING PROGRAMS AT KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY

Yoga Series by All That Matters

Fridays, September 6, 13, 20, 27,

10:00 A.M.

Hosted by All That Matters, this class is

low impact, focusing on stretching,

breathing, and meditation. Good for all levels. Please bring

a towel or mat. Register at 783-8254.

South Kingstown Public Library will be closed

August 31-September 2 for Labor Day.

We will reopen Tues., Sept. 3 with Fall Hours:

Peace Dale Library:

Mon.-Tues., 9-8; Wed.-Thurs., 9-6; Fri.-Sat., 9-5

Robert Beverly Hale Library:

Mon., 10-5; Tues., 1-8; Wed.-Fri., 1-5

Kingston Free Library:

Mon.-Tues., 10-6; Wed., 10-8; Thurs., 12-8; Fri.-Sat., 10-5

ONE ON ONE TECH HELP

LOCATION: PEACE DALE AND KINGSTON FREE

Have a tech related question? Sign up for

a one-on-one help session with a refer-

ence librarian. For help at Kingston Free,

contact 783-8254 or [email protected].

For help at Peace Dale, stop by the refer-

ence desk or contact 789-1555 ext. 108 or [email protected].

Please use “Tech Help” in the subject line of all emails.

SAVE THE DATE—

BOOK AND BAKE SALE!

Saturday, October 26,

9:00 A.M.—2:00 P.M.


Save the date for the Friends of the Peace Dale Library’s

Annual Book and Bake Sale! Fall is the perfect time to settle

in with a book and tasty treat….and for baking! Details on

donating baked goods will be coming in early October.

For more information on these and additional Youth Services activities and programs, visit www.skpl.org or contact:

Kingston Free Sharon Babbitt

Phone: 783-8254 Email: [email protected]

Robert Beverly Hale Brandi Fong

Phone: 783-5386 Email: [email protected]

Peace Dale Tina Ladika

Phone: 789-1555, ext 115 Email: [email protected]

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING

LEAF PEOPLE CRAFT

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 1:00-2:00 P.M.


Meet under the maple tree on the Library

lawn to make leaf people with natural ma-

terials. All ages, no registration needed.

DROP-IN ART LAB

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 4:00-7:00 P.M.

LOCATION: ROBERT BEVERLY HALE LIBRARY

Students in grades K-4 are invited to

stop by the second Tuesday of each

month for Art Lab! Each month we’ll

explore and create with a different art

medium. Some months may be messy!

No registration needed.

SATURDAY STORY YOGA

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 10:30-11:00 A.M.


Join us for yoga stories, poses,

mindfulness, and a craft. All ages, no

registration required.

APPLE STEAM SCIENCE

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 4:00-4:45.M.

LOCATION: ROBERT BEVERLY HALE LIBRARY

Celebrate fall with apple science activities!

Students in grades K-2 are invited to join

us as we explore why apples turn brown,

create apple towers, and have an apple

taste-test! Registration preferred, drop-

ins welcome. Contact [email protected] or register online.

BACK TO SCHOOL STORIES & CRAFTS

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 4:00-4:45 P.M.


Celebrate the new school year with some

fun read-alouds and crafts! Best for pre-

school-elementary age kids, but all are

welcome. No registration needed.

BACK TO SCHOOL STORY YOGA

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 10:30-11:00 A.M.


Join us for school themed yoga stories,

poses, mindfulness, and a craft.

All Ages, no registration needed.

RHODY RAM’S RHODE ISLAND

ADVENTURE STORYWALK®

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 10:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.


Celebrate the new school year with a Rhody

Ram’s Rhode Island Adventure StoryWalk® and

craft on the Library lawn.

All ages, no registration needed.

SEE OUR FALL

STORYTIMES ON THE

BACK PAGE!

BACK TO SCHOOL PARTY FOR GRADES 3-6



Join us for crafts, games, and a healthy

DIY snack to celebrate the new school

year. Everyone will also get a free book

to take home. For kids in grades 3-6.

COME VISIT US!

The Peace Dale Library is excited to be

participating in the town’s Back to

School Night on Friday September 6

from 5:00-7:00 PM at the Rec Center

and at the Kid’s Fun Zone at Sau-

gatucket Park on Saturday, October 5 from 12:00-2:30 PM.

Stop by and see us!

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: [email protected]

MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS

MIDDLE SCHOOL CLUB



Middle school students in grades

5-8 can join us the third Thursday

of every month for Middle School

Club! Each month will be a differ-

ent activity. This month: Be Calm!

School just started and that can be

stressful. Join us to make stress balls and calming glitter

jars, as well as learn ways to regroup and relax.

Registration preferred, drop-ins welcome! For more info,

contact [email protected] or 789-1555 ext. 105.

PEACE DALE LIBRARY

SEPTEMBER 23—DECEMBER 18

Move & Groove Storytime

Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.

Come shake your sillies out! Join us for

a lively storytime filled with books,

rhymes, singing, movement and more!

Geared for ages 2-5.

Wigglers

Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

Babies love books! Introduce your

child to the joy of reading with stories,

music, movement and play! Geared for

birth-2 years.

KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY

TUESDAYS, 10:30-11:00 A.M.

Nursery Rhyme Time

Join us for nursery rhymes,

fingerplays, stories, songs, and

movement activities followed by free

play fun. Geared for ages birth to 2

years, but all are welcome.

ROBERT BEVERLY HALE LIBRARY

Preschool Stories & Play

Mondays, Sept. 23-Dec. 16, 10:30 AM

Preschoolers can join us for stories

and songs followed by art projects*

and imaginative playtime.

Geared for ages 3-5 years old.

There will be no sessions on October

14 and November 11.

Afternoon Adventurers

Tuesdays, Oct. 1-Dec. 17, 1:30 PM

Join us for stories, activities, and art

projects*. Geared for ages 4-6.

*Projects may be messy!

TEEN ART CAFE

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 4:00-4:45P.M.


Love art? Students in grades 7-12 are

invited to Teen Art Cafe ! Held the

first Thursday of every month, we’ll

hang out, relax, and explore art with

a variety of supplies, including chalk

pastels, paints, colored pencils, and polymer clay. Or, feel

free to bring a project you’ve been working on!

Registration preferred, drop-ins welcome. Contact

[email protected] or more info.

TEEN SUMMER PROGRAM

Congratulations to our teen summer program grand prize

winners, and thanks to all for participating! Special thanks

to our supporters: Friends Groups of the Peace Dale

Library, Robert Beverly Hale Library, and Kingston Free

Library, Westerly Credit Union, Belmont Market, Pier Pizza,

Sweenor’s Chocolates, Adventureland, the RI Office of Li-

brary and Information Services with funds from the Insti-

tute of Museum and Library Services.

QUIET BOOK CLUB

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4, 3:30-4:30 P.M.


Love to read, but have trouble finding

time? Love to spend time with others

who love books? Join our monthly Qui-

et Book Club for grades 7-12. We’ll

share what we’re reading, then hang

out and read or chat quietly about bookish things. Snacks

will be served and every participant will get a free book to

take home. Registration preferred, drop-ins welcome.

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