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

FRIENDS OF THE PEACE DALE LIBRARY

BOOK AND BAKE SALE

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 9:00 AM—2:00 PM

LOCATION: PEACE DALE LIBRARY

It’s time again for the Friends of the

Peace Dale Library’s Fall Book and Bake

Sale! Find great bargains on books,

movies, and more; plus delicious home-

made baked good. All proceeds benefit the Friends, who

support the Peace Dale Library’s programming and other

initiatives for children, teens, and adults.

FRIENDS OF THE HALE LIBRARY ANNUAL MEETING

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 5:00 P.M.

LOCATION: ROBERT BEVERLY HALE LIBRARY

All are welcome to join the Friends

of the Robert Beverly Hale Library

for their annual meeting. Member-

ship is open to all, with a common

goal of seeing our library grow and

expand. The Friends support

programming for all ages, craft and storytime supplies, and

the purchase of special library materials. The Annual Fund

Drive takes place after the Annual Meeting, held each year

in October. Tax deductible contributions can be mailed or

dropped off at the library.

JAZZ IN THE AFTERNOON WITH KIM MARCOUX

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2:00 P.M.


Join us for an afternoon with the Kim

Marcoux Quartet. Kim’s warm and viva-

cious personality and her rich contralto

voice render old favorites and new sur-

prises in jazz rhythms, accompanied on

keyboard, bass and drums. Made possi-

ble by the Friends of the Peace Dale Library. Registration

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

MONDAY MOVIE MATINEES

MONDAYS, OCTOBER 7, 21, 28, 2:00 P.M.


Join us every Monday for the latest

releases.

Oct. 7: Yesterday (PG-13, Himesh Patel, Lily James)

Oct. 21: Red Joan (R, Judi Dench, Nina Sosanya)

Oct. 28: Spider-man: Far From Home

(PG-13, Tom Holland, Samuel L. Jackson, Jake Gyllenhaal)

AUTHOR TALK WITH DR. MICHAEL FINE


LOCATION: KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY

Join us as Dr. Michael Fine, discusses his

new book, Health Care Revolt. Dr. Fine is a

writer, community organizer, and family

physician. He is the chief health strategist

for the City of Central Falls and Senior Clin-

ical and Population Health Services Officer

for the Blackstone Valley Community

Health Care, Inc. He also served as the Di-

rector of the RI Department of Health from 2011-2015.

Health Care Revolt looks around the world for health care

systems that are effective and affordable, pictures such a

system for the US, and creates a practical playbook for a

political revolution in health care that will allow the nation

to protect health while strengthening democracy. Registra-

tion preferred, contact 783-8254 or [email protected].

Be sure to see our newsletter

insert for information about the

Peace Dale Library’s month-long

program series on Alzheimer’s

Disease.

A READABLE FEAST: A COOKBOOK BOOK GROUP

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10, 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 we’ll be reading and

cooking from Smitten Kitchen Every Day by

Deb Perelman.. Registration is required, we are unable

to accommodate walk-ins. Contact 783-8254 or email

[email protected] .

SOUTH KINGSTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY

ADULT BOOK GROUPS

KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY

BROWN BAG BOOK DISCUSSION

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 12:15 P.M.

Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate

BEYOND WORDS BOOK GROUP


Barracoon: The Story of the Last “Black Cargo”

by Zora Neale Hurston

PEACE DALE LIBRARY

EVENING BOOK GROUP

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 6:30 P.M.

The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion

AFTERNOON BOOK GROUP

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2:00 P.M.

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll

ROBERT BEVERLY HALE LIBRARY

BOOKMARKS BOOK GROUP


Once We Were Brothers by Ronald Balson

LOCAL AUTHOR E. B. MCKEE



Join us with E. B. (Gene) McKee who will

speak about his new book, The Girl From

Donegal. Readers may remember Dr. McKee’s

other books, Doc, about his medical studies in

Ireland, and Bloodletting to Binary , on his

career at South County Hospital. His new

book features a mix of tales set in Narragansett, Block Is-

land, and around the world. Copies available for sale after

the talk. No registration needed, contact [email protected]

or 789-1555 ext. 110 for more info.

ONGOING PROGRAMS AT KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY

Yoga Series by All That Matters

Fridays, October 4, 11, 18, 25, 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.

The South Kingstown Public Library will

be closed October 14 for Columbus Day.

DIGGING MANISSES: JOSEPH N. WALLER, JR AND THE

PUBLIC ARCHEOLOGY LABORATORY, INC.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 3:00 P.M.


Digging Manisses: Block

Island’s Recent Archeological

Contributions to Understand-

ing Rhode Island’s Native

American Past

Block Island is Rhode Island’s

largest offshore island. Native Americans routinely visited

the popular destination spot then known as Manisses for

more than 6,000 years. Rhode Island archeologist Jay Wal-

ler will discuss the results of recent archaeological investi-

gations at two Block Island Native American sites excavated

during the construction for the Block Island Wind Farm.

This talk is hosted by the South County History Center and

the Kingston Free Library as part of Rhode Island Archeolo-

gy Month, sponsored by the Rhode Island Historical Preser-

vation & Heritage Commission. Registration preferred, con-

tact 783-8254 or [email protected]. MEDITATION WORKSHOP



Join us for a meditation workshop led by Dr.

Alan Post, who has been meditating for over

40 years and is a contributor to Meditation as

Medication for the Soul by Rajinder Singh.

Getting in shape is not just exercise. Incorpo-

rating activities to reduce tension and in-

crease happiness all add to our well-being. Mediation can

clear stress and bring inner peace and balance. Registration

preferred, contact 783-8254 or [email protected] .

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 DAY OF THE DEAD/EL DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 10:30 A.M.—12:00 P.M.


Join Jesu s de la Torre to learn

about El Dí a de los Muertos and

create a festive ofrenda/memory

box, skeleton mask, papel picado,

and tissue paper flower. For grades K-6 and their families.

Registration is required and begins September 19. DROP-IN ART LAB

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 4:00-7:00 P.M.


Students in grades K-5 are invited to

drop-in 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!

STORY YOGA & HALLOWEEN STORY YOGA

SATURDAYS, OCTOBER 12 & 26, 10:30-11:00 A.M.


Join us for yoga stories, poses,

mindfulness, and a craft. October 26 will

be a special Halloween themed session!

All ages, no registration required.

MONSTER CRAFTS



Kids are invited to drop in and create

monster pencil toppers and origami

monster bookmarks. All ages, no

registration needed.

MEET A MINI EXCAVATOR & BACKHOE

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2:30-3:30 P.M.

LOCATION: PARK NEXT TO THE PEACE DALE LIBRARY

Come explore a mini-excavator and

backhoe up close. All ages, cider and

donut holes will be served. Rain Date:

Thursday, October 10, 2:30-3:30 PM

HALLOWEEN STORYWALK®



Drop by and enjoy It’s Pumpkin Time by Zoe

Hall on the Library Lawn followed by a Hal-

loween craft & trick or treating at the Li-

brary. All ages.

BAY EXPERIENCE

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 10:30-11:30 A.M.


Meet LIVE creatures from Narra-

gansett Bay and learn about their

anatomy and adaptations with

educators from Save the Bay .

Grades K-4. Register online or by calling 783-8254.

SING WITH B MUSIC

MONDAYS, OCTOBER 7 & 21, 10:30-11:15 A.M.


Join Barbi Beyer of Sing With B Music To-

gether® for a fun, interactive morning of

music! Geared for birth-4 years old, but

older siblings welcome. Register online or

by calling 783-8254.

MINIATURE PUMPKIN HOUSES



Using a mini-pumpkin and other seasonal

materials, create a fall fairy house or a

spooky haunted house! Registration pre-

ferred, recommended ages 4 and up.

RI CHILDREN’S BOOK AWARD CLUB



Kids in grades 3-5 are invited to our RICBA

Club! Each meeting we’ll read a few chapters together

followed by activities. Everyone will get a free book to take

home. Snacks will be served. Kids are not required to read

the books in advance. This month: Saving Winslow by

Sharon Creech and A Pup Called Trouble by Bobbie Pyron.

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 6-8 can

join us the third Thursday of every month

for Middle School Club! Each month will

be a different activity.

This month: Customized Spooky Slime.

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.

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.

Introduce your child to the joy of read-

ing 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 session on 10/14

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 6-12 are in-

vited 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 wel-

come. Contact [email protected] or more info.

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 6-12. 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.

TEEN MOVIE MATINEE: CAPTAIN MARVEL

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2:00-4:00 P.M.


There’s no school today!

Students in grades 7-12 can join us

for a movie showing of

Captain Marvel (PG-13).

Snacks will be served. No registration needed.

TEEN LED DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

WEDS, OCT. 16, 23, 30; NOV. 6, 13, 20, 3:30-5:00 PM


Ever wanted to learn how to

play Dungeons & Dragons?

Now is your chance in this six

week teen-led program for

grades 8-12! A local teen volunteer will explain everything

you need to know to get started:

Week 1: Character Building

Week 2: Rules of the Game and Intro

Weeks 3-6: Game Play

Space is limited, and registration is required. Please

contact [email protected] or 789-1555 ext. 105. You don’t

have to attend every session, but it is preferred.

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