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Branching Out The South Kingstown Public Library Newsletter www.skpl.org January 2020

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

AUTHOR VISIT WITH VANESSA LILLIE

THURSDAY, JANUARY 2, 6:30 P.M.

LOCATION: KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY

Join us as local author Vanessa Lillie visits to

discuss her Rhode Island set debut thriller,

Little Voices. In addition, to talking about the

influence of Rhode Island and her path to

publication, she will also read a short selection

and sign copies after courtesy of Wakefield Books. Little

Voices received starred reviews and was featured on must-

read lists in Real Simple, Refinery 29, and Bookish. Little

Voices was the # 5 Psychological Thriller for the whole month

of October on Amazon. Registration preferred,

contact 783-8254 or [email protected].

FRENCH CONVERSATION HOUR

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2:00 P.M.

LOCATION: PEACE DALE LIBRARY

Come practice your French! French speakers

and learners at all levels of proficiency are

invited to a monthly hour of casual French

conversation in an informal setting. These will

take place on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.

Registration preferred but not required; contact 789-1555

ext. 108 or [email protected]. A biento t!

MEDITATION FOR HEALTHY LIVING

SATURDAY, JANUARY 11, 2:00 P.M.


Join Dr. Alan Post for a look at how incorpo-

rating meditation into your life can reduce

tension and increase happiness, wash away

stress, and bring about inner peace, creating

a sense of calm and balance with positive

emotional and physical effects. He will share meditation

techniques and a brief meditation session will follow. For

more info, contact 789-1555 ext. 108 or [email protected].

CABIN FEVER: ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM

JANUARY 2-MARCH 19

LOCATION: ALL BRANCHES

The Cabin Fever Winter Reading

Program for adults begins on

January 2nd. All three South

Kingstown Libraries are

participating in the program. The goal is to read as many

books as you can between 1/2-3/19. Every book read

equals one entry towards a gift certificate to Wakefield

Books. Seven winners will be chosen. Each time you finish a

book (audio or print), stop by one of our libraries and fill

out a book review slip to be entered into the drawing. Open

to adults ages 18+; prize drawing on 3/20.

WORKSHOP SERIES: TOOLS FOR MANAGING YOUR

HEALTH AND WELL-BEING

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 22, 29, 5:00-7:30 P.M.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5 & 19, 5:00-7:30 P.M.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 5:00-7:30


The Library will be hosting a six

part workshop in partnership with

the University of Rhode Island’s

Rhode Island Geriatric Education Center, which will pro-

vide attendees with tools for managing their health and

well-being. The class meets once a week for six weeks. Dur-

ing these six sessions topics will include improving sleep;

managing symptoms, pain, and medications; increasing

physical activity, improving communication, eating healthi-

er, making informed treatment decisions, weight manage-

ment, goal setting and more. Registration is required. It is

preferred that attendees sign up for all six sessions. Regis-

tration is open until the third session. You will receive a

free resource book and relaxation CD as part of the class.

For more info or to register, contact [email protected],

783-8254, or email [email protected].

A READABLE FEAST: A COOKBOOK BOOK GROUP

THURSDAY, JANUARY 9, 6:30-8:00 P.M.


Participants bring a dish to share from that

month’s cookbook. There is a

discussion about the book while we

sample all the dishes. This month: books by

authors from Equity at the Table: Now &

Again and Small Victories by Julia Turshen; Better Baking

Wholesome Ingredients, Delicious Desserts by Genevieve Ko;

and The Art of Eating In by Cathy Erway. Registration is

required, we are unable to accommodate walk -ins. Con-

tact 783-8254 or email [email protected] .

SOUTH KINGSTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY

ADULT BOOK GROUPS

KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY

BROWN BAG BOOK DISCUSSION


The World’s Strongest Librarian by Josh Hanagarne

BEYOND WORDS BOOK GROUP

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8, 7:00 P.M.

The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper

by Phaedra Patrick

PEACE DALE LIBRARY

EVENING BOOK GROUP

TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 6:30 P.M.

Dakota Winters by Tom Barbash

AFTERNOON BOOK GROUP

FRIDAY, JANUARY 10, 2:00 P.M.

Bowlaway by Elizabeth McCracken

ROBERT BEVERLY HALE LIBRARY

BOOKMARKS BOOK GROUP


Becoming by Michelle Obama


Yoga Series by All That Matters

Fridays, January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 10:00 A.M.

Hosted by All That Matters, this class is low impact, focus-

ing on stretching, breathing, and meditation. Good for all

levels. Please bring a towel or mat. Register at 783-8254.

All branches of the South Kingstown

Public Library will be closed January 1

for New Year’s Day. All branches will also

be closed January 20 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

*NEW* KNITTERS HELPING KNITTERS GROUP

WEDNESDAYS, STARTING JANUARY 15, 2:00-4:00 P.M.


Join us for a casual gathering of knitters of

all abilities looking to work on their

projects with others who enjoy knitting.

Knitters must bring their own supplies. Tea

and light refreshments will be served. Feel free to bring

your lunch or a snack!

WORLD WAR II IN THE PACIFIC

WITH STANLEY CARPENTER

THURSDAYS, JANUARY 23 & 30, 6:00 P.M.


Join us for a lecture series

about WWII in the Pacific.

The lectures will be led by

Professor Stanley D.M. Car-

penter and will include

PowerPoint visuals fol-

lowed by a question and

answer period. Professor Carpenter is the Strategy and Pol-

icy Department Head at the United States Naval War Col-

lege in the College of Distance Education, teaches and ad-

ministers the Strategy and War nonresident programs, and

serves as the Command Historian.

Part I: Tora, Tora, Tora!: Pearl Harbor, the Coming War

With the surprise attack on U.S. military facilities on Oahu

in the Hawaiian Islands on December 7, 1941, followed by

attacks on U.S. bases in the Philippine Islands, the United

States was thrust into the Second World War. This first lec-

ture addresses the Pearl Harbor attack and the first few

months of war as the U.S. struggled to recover from the loss

of the bulk of the U.S. Pacific Fleet and the Pacific air forces.

Part II: Miracle at Midway: Turning the Tide

In an attempt to establish lodgment only a thousand miles

from Pearl Harbor, as well as to lure out and destroy the

remaining U.S. Pacific Fleet, Admiral Isoroku Yamamota

launched an attack on Midway Island. This second lecture

addresses the planning and execution of the Battle of

Midway that turned the tide of the war in the Pacific.

NEED TECH HELP? DIGITAL MEDIA HELP?

A MUSEUM PASS? CONACT US!

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

ONGOING WEEKLY STORYTIMES ARE ON THE BACK

PAGE OF THE NEWSLETTER. SEE OUR NEWSLETTER

INSERT FOR SPECIAL STORYTIME PROGRAMS.

SNOWBALL PRESCHOOL DANCE PARTY

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 10:30-11:15 A.M.


Put on your dancing shoes, it’s time to

boogie! Children ages 2-6 and their families

are invited to a fun filled dance party. We’ll

start with a story followed by free dance fun. Try the shak-

ers and scarves and make a musical craft. No registration.

NATURE NIGHT CRAFTS

TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 4:00-7:00 P.M.

LOCATION: ROBERT BEVERLY HALE LIBRARY

Drop in and join us the last Tuesday of each

month for Nature Night! Learn fun nature

facts and create a related craft. This month:

Birds! We’ll make pinecone owls and Cheer-

io birdfeeders. All ages, no

registration needed.

CRAFTY READERS BOOK CLUB

TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 4:00 P.M.


Kids in grades K-3 are invited for a read-aloud

of Kate DiCamillo’s Mercy Watson books fol-

lowed by fun crafts. Everyone will get a free

book to take home. Snacks will be served. Kids

do not need to read the books in advance.

RI CHILDREN’S BOOK AWARD CLUB



Kids in grades 3-5 are invited to our RICBA

Club! This month we’ll read a few chapters of

Front Desk by Kelly Yang, followed by

activities and snacks. Everyone will get a free

book to take home. Kids are not required to read the books

in advance.

CHINESE NEW YEAR CRAFTS

SATURDAY, JANUARY 25, 10:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M.


Stop by the Children’s Room for Drop-In

Crafts to celebrate the Year of the Rat! All

ages, no registration.

WINTER READING KICK-OFF PARTY


LOCATION: ROBERT BEVERLY HALE LIBRARY

Join us as we kick off our Winter Reading

Program! Kids of all ages can join us for a cup of

hot chocolate, a short story, and a winter

themed bookmark craft. No registration needed.

YOUTH WINTER READING PROGRAM

JANUARY 6—MARCH 21


Kids in grades K-6 are invited to

join us for our Winter Reading

Program! Pick up a Reading Bingo

Sheet at any of our branches. Complete any 10 activities

and return your sheet to any branch for a prize! Contact

your Youth Services Librarian with any questions. MOVIE MATINEE: ABOMINABLE (PG)

SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 10:00 A.M.


Join us for a matinee showing of Abominable

(PG). Hot cocoa and popcorn will be served, there

will also be a take-home yeti craft. PJs, pillows,

blankets, and stuffed animals welcome. All ages.

LEGO PLAY

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29, 3:00-5:00 P.M.


Celebrate international Lego Day—drop in

and play with Legos at the Library! Use your

imagination to build a masterpiece using the

Library’s Lego collection. Photos of the creations will be

taken and displayed. All ages.

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

THURSDAY, JANUARY 16, 4:00-4:45 P.M.


Middle school students in grades 6-

8 can join us the third Thursday of

every month for Middle School

Club!

This month: Wish Bracelets and

Wrapped Friendship Bracelets.

Registration preferred, drop-ins

welcome! Contact [email protected]

for more info.

PEACE DALE LIBRARY

Move & Groove Storytime

Tues. January 7-May 19, 10:30 a.m.

Join us for a lively storytime filled with

books, rhymes, singing, movement

and more! Geared for ages 2-5.

Wigglers

Weds., January 8-May 20 10:30 a.m.

Introduce your child to the joy of

reading with stories, music, movement

and play! Geared for birth-2 years.

No session on January 15.


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.

No program January 28.

ROBERT BEVERLY HALE LIBRARY

Preschool Stories & Play

Mondays, Jan. 6-May 18, 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.

No session January 20.

Afternoon Adventurers

Tuesdays, Jan. 7-May 19, 1:30 PM

Join us for stories, activities, and art

projects*. Geared for ages 4-6.

*Projects may be messy!

TEEN ART CAFE

THURSDAY, JANUARY 9, 4:00-4:45P.M.


Love art? Students in grades 6-12

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! Registra-

tion preferred, drop-ins welcome. Contact [email protected]

or more info.

STORYTIMES

TEEN WINTER READING PROGRAM

JANUARY 6-MARCH 21


Students in grades 6-12 are invited

to join our Winter Reading Pro-

gram! For every book you read be-

tween January 2-March 21, stop in

at any South Kingstown Public Li-

brary branch and fill out a review

slip. You’ll be entered to win a

Wakefield Books gift certificate or other book themed priz-

es! For more info, contact [email protected].

EXAM STUDY TIME

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2:30-5:00P.M.


It’s high school exam time! Need a

place to study? We’ve got you cov-

ered! Our meeting room will be

open for a space for group and

individual study sessions. Drop in

anytime between 2:30-5:00 PM; we’ll have plenty of snacks

to keep you going and quiet activities when you need a

break. No registration needed, contact [email protected]

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