Adult Fall Reading Challenge

Sept. 23rd-Nov. 30th

Welcome fall with our adult reading challenge! Complete the challenges to win a VIP tour of the new library or free books! Pick up a paper copy at the Circulation Desk, download the Beanstack app or visit the link below.

Beanstack Registration

Genealogy Club

Monday, Oct. 2nd- 6:00pm

Have you wanted to start searching for your ancestors but didn't know where to start? The Genealogy group meets at the library once a month and new members are always welcome! The group is made up of family historians interested in sharing resources and tips to accurately find their ancestors while helping others with their search.

Stars & Lights: Lighthouse Photography

w/ David Zapatka

Tuesday, Oct. 3rd- 6:00pm

Have you ever visited a lighthouse at night? Our neighbor from North Kingstown, David Zapatka certainly has! As the Director of Photography for the United States Lighthouse Society, he's approaching his 250th lighthouse he's visited at night to document them for future generations to appreciate. Many lighthouses are now being divested by our government, are being decommissioned, and turned off before being captured at night on film.

Registration

Be Red Cross Ready w/ American Red Cross

Thursday, Oct. 5th- 6:00pm

Floods, hurricanes and wildfires are becoming more frequent and can be devastating to our loved ones, homes and communities. Build confidence by learning simple steps you can take now, to help prepare and protect your family. It’s easy to learn through one of our free disaster preparedness trainings!

Registration

Walking Club

Fridays, Oct. 6th & 20th- 10:00am-11:00am

Get your steps in and join us at the South County Bike Path! The group will meet at the entrance next to the Narragansett Community Center.

Registration 10/6

Registration 10/20

Meditation Class

Thursday, Oct. 12th- 6:30pm-7:30pm

These classes will teach Inner Light Meditation. There are no restrictions on age, health status, fitness or flexibility. All are welcome. Registration is required.

Registration

Fiber Arts Social

Fridays, Oct. 13th & 27th 3:30pm-5:30pm

Bring your own knitting, crochet, or other project and socialize with others! The group will meet on the 2nd & 4th Friday. Supplies will not be provided.

Registration 10/13

Registration 10/27

Scrapbook Therapy

Tuesday, Oct. 17th- 11:00am-12:30pm

Beginners and experienced scrapbookers are welcome to join the group! Please bring your own photos to work on your projects, some materials will be provided.  For more information contact Eileen at [email protected].

Registration

Walking Rhode Island w/ John Kostrzewa

Wednesday, Oct. 18th- 6:00pm

Join us for a special evening with John Kostrzewa, author of his new book, Walking Rhode Island: 40 Hikes for Nature and History Lovers with GPS Coordinates, Photos and Trail Maps. John Kostrzewa writes the "Walking Rhode Island" column for The Providence Journal and has been hiking across the state for years. Copies of the book will be available.

Registration

Ghost Gear in Narragansett Bay: Results & Lessons Learned in 2023

Tuesday, Oct. 24th- 6:30pm

Did you know that discarded, lost, or abandoned fishing gear, also known as ghost gear, can have wide-ranging impacts on our marine environment? We'd love for you to join us and learn about the results of our first removal and recycling activities. We'll answer your questions and share our plans for next year's project activities in the Bay and the ports. This event is presented by The Commercial Fisheries Research Foundation.

Registration

Machine Guns in Narragansett Bay: The Coast Guard's War on Rumrunners

Thursday, Oct. 26th- 6:00pm

Historian Christian McBurney will discuss the Coast Guard's excessive use of force against rumrunners in Narragansett Bay and other Rhode Island waters during Prohibition. He will also be available to sell and sign his new book, Machine Guns in Narragansett Bay, the Coast Guard's War on Rumrunners.

Registration

Tuesday Matinee: Practical Magic

Tuesday, Oct. 31st- 2:00pm

We'll be celebrating Halloween with our favorite witches in Practical Magic (1998), inspired by the book by Alice Hoffman.

Sally and Gillian Owens, born into a magical family, have mostly avoided witchcraft themselves. But when Gillian's vicious boyfriend, Jimmy Angelov, dies unexpectedly, the Owens sisters give themselves a crash course in hard magic. With policeman Gary Hallet growing suspicious, the girls struggle to resurrect Angelov -- and unwittingly inject his corpse with an evil spirit that threatens to end their family line.

Card Crafting

Monday, Oct. 23rd- 6:30pm

We'll have supplies available to craft your own card to show someone you care! Registration required.

Registration

Adult Book Clubs

Monday Morning Book Talk

Oct. 16th & 30th- 10:30am

Join us for a morning book talk! We'll have coffee and chat about what you're reading and get suggestions from others.

Afternoon Book Club

Wednesday, Oct. 11th- 1:00pm

This month we'll be reading and discussing American by Day by Derek Miller. The group meets monthly and copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk.

Evening Book Club

Wednesday, Oct. 25th- 6:30pm

This month we'll be reading and discussing A Flicker in the Dark by Stacy Willingham. The group meets monthly and copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk.

Youth Services Programs

Youth Services program registration can be done through EventKeeper here.

Questions? Call Youth Services at 401-789-9507x2

Halloween Jar Art

Tuesday, Oct. 10th- 5:00pm

Kids & teens ages 7-18 are invited to come make a Halloween Mason Jar. We will use mod podge and tissue paper to make the outside, and use markers or stickers to decorate a jack o' lantern face, ghost, bat, or whatever you like! Registration is required beginning 9/26.

Halloween Fun Hour!

Saturday, Oct. 14th- 11:00am

Kids ages 6-14 are invited to enjoy everything Halloween themed: games, fun show and tells, drawing, plus lots of prizes and giveaways for all who attend! Mrs. Adams has many cool toys and gadgets that you won't want to miss! Enjoy a bit of magic and get a sweet treat at the end. Registration is required and begins on 9/29.

Outdoor Movie: Hocus Pocus!

Thursday, Oct. 19th- 6:30pm

All ages are welcome to join us for Hocus Pocus (1993,PG) outside on the library lawn! We will have hot chocolate and apple cider donuts! Please dress warmly, bring your own blankets and beach chairs! In the event of bad weather, we will have the movie inside the Program Room. Registration is required beginning 10/3.

News from The Friends of the

Narragansett Library

All are welcome to the monthly meeting on Monday, October 2nd at 1:00pm.

Fundraiser at Twin Willows- Sunday, October 8th 4:00pm-7:30pm

A portion of dinner sales will go towards the new library. Reservations required for 8 or more, call 401-789-8153.

Annual Costume Parade- Saturday, Oct. 21st at 1:00pm

Volunteers are needed & community service students are welcome. To sign up call the library at 401-789-9507.

Pre-holiday Jewelry & Gently Used Purse Sale- Dec. 2nd & Dec. 3rd 10am-4pm

The library is now accepting donations of jewelry & gently used purses.