Greene Public Library 
September 2025 Newsletter
Hours:
Tuesday & Thursday 1 to 7pm
Wednesday & Saturday 9 to1pm
 
179 Hopkins Hollow Road
Greene, RI  02827
(401)397-3873
 
Visit: www.coventrylibrary.org for additional programming and data bases.
Facebook: @CovGreenePubLib
Instagram: @greenepubliclibrary
 
Programming and Special Events
Larchmont Remembered
New England's Worst Maritime Disaster
Presented by Daniel Harrington
Tuesday September 16 at 6pm
Come hear the harrowing tale of the Larchmont shipwreck in 1907 off the coast of Block Island, presented by Daniel Harrington.  With eyewitness accounts and never before seen photographs, the horror and heroism of the worst maritime disaster in New England history comes to life.  Daniel Harrington is a former East Providence Councilman and long time ProJo columnist.   Registration is required by calling 397-3873.
 
New patrons who sign up for a library card in the month of September at the Coventry Public Library or Greene Public Library will be entered to win a prize!  Prizes will be awarded by raffle to one adult, one teen and one child.  Eligible for the raffle: new card holders, renewals and folks who had cards but are no longer in the system. Get a library card today! 
Just bring a photo ID and proof of RI residency.
 
Greene Library Association
Greene Library Association Farmer's Market
Tuesdays, 4 to 6pm Rain or Shine
Music by David Walsh Every Other Week
Don't forget to visit our popular Farmer's Market each Tuesday for a variety of locally made and home-grown products.  We have fresh  produce from West Meadowbrook Farm, local honey, bagels, sour dough bread and sweets from Sheff's Sweets, fresh eggs, home-made vanilla, soap and more from Who's Farm, fiber arts from the Lavendar Ewe, hand sewn items from Create, hand crafted jewelry, quilted items from Grateful Threads and an ongoing book sale.  
 
Greene Library Cookbooks and Mugs for Sale
All proceeds benefit the Greene Library Association
Stop by and get a copy or two of our Community Cookbook! There are over 150 recipes from patrons, members and staff of the Greene Library community, featuring treasured recipes from appetizers to desserts.  They make wonderful gifts! Books are just $20. We are offering our mugs at a discounted price of just $5 with the purchase of a book.  Purchase 2 books or more and receive a free mug! Artwork was created by the famous artist Maxwell Mays, who was a beloved friend of the library.  
 
Children's Programming
Fall Storytime
Wednesday September 24 at 10am
 Children ages, 2 to 5, are invited to our Fall Storytime each week beginning September 24 to November 12.  We will read seasonal stories, listen to music, play with our felt board, make crafts and enjoy playtime with friends!  Registration is required by calling
397-3873.
 
Homeschool Club
Tuesday September 23 at 1pm
ARRI Presents Elephants
Homeschoolers, ages 4 to 12, are welcome to join us for this educational and engaging program with Jane from Animal Rescue RI.
Registration is required by calling 397-3873.
Homeschool Club Book Club
Tuesday September 30 at 1pm
Our Homeschool Book Club will read books from the Zoey and Sassafras series.  Ages 5 to 9.
Registration is required and space is limited.  

 
Book Clubs
Mystery Book Club
Wednesday September 4 at Noon
Our book club meets on the first Wednesday of each month.  Bring your lunch for this noon meeting as we discuss The Witch Elm(rescheduled from the previous month)
Space is limited and registration is required.
 
Afternoon Book Club
Tuesday September 9 at 1pm
The Afternoon Book Club meets on the second Tuesday of each month.  We are reading The Secret Book Of Flora Lea by Patti Callahan.  
Registration is closed.
 
Fireside Book Club
Thursday September 25 at 6pm
Our evening book club meets on the last Thursday of each month.  We are reading The World Played Chess by Robert Dugoni.  Space is limited and registration is required by calling 397-3873.
Greene Gourmets
Thursday September 18 at 6pm
Our cookbook club will be preparing recipes from the beautiful Vermont Country Store Cookbook.  Registration is closed at this time.
Adult Monthly Programs
Scrabble Club
Thursday September 4 , 1 to 3pm
Do you enjoy playing Scrabble or would you like to sharpen your skills?  Join us each month for a fun afternoon of Scrabble!  Registration is required by calling 397-3873.
The Crochet Corner
Tuesday September 9, 2 - 4pm
Tuesday September 18, 3 to 5pm
Our talented crochet group will continue making sunflower granny squares this month.  We will provide the pattern and instruction.  Crochet experience is required.  Please bring your own yarn and hooks.  Colors may vary. 
Call 397-3873 to register.
The Greene Poets Society
Thursday September 18  at Noon
Our talented poets meet each month to share their poetry and provide support. Former teacher, Laurie Murphy guides our group and provides a writing prompt each month.  Registration is closed at this time.
 
Cribbage Night 
Friday September 26, 6-9pm
All playing levels welcome to join us on the last Friday of each month for a fun night of cribbage. Learn to play or sharpen your skills.  Feel free to bring snacks.  Call 397-3873 to sign-up!
 
Craft of the Month(save the date)
Fall Fabric Pumpkins
Thursday October 2 , 3 to 5pm
Create these lovely fabric pumpkins, just in time for your fall decorating. Each participant can make 2 pumpkins in a variety of fabric and sizes. All materials and instruction are provided.  Feel free to bring your own fabric, if you wish.  Space is limited and registration is required by calling 397-3873.
 
Adult Weekly Programs
Tech Tuesdays
Every Tuesday, 3 to 5pm
Make an appointment or drop in for help with devices, apps, web programs and more.
 
Rug Braiders & Country Crafters
Saturdays, 10am to Noon
Our talented Rug Braiders meet each week to work on projects and help new members. Other fiber arts crafters are also welcome. 

 
New Books 
The Secret of Secrets
by Dan Brown

When Katherine Solomon vanishes and her manuscript disappears following a murder in Prague, symbologist Robert Langdon races across three cities to uncover a hidden truth about consciousness, pursued by ancient myths, secret societies, and a revelation that could upend humanity's understanding of the mind.
Halloween night murder
by Leslie Meier

In this trio of Halloween-themed novellas, a reporter in Maine investigates a teen's mysterious death, a group of friends shelters in a spooky farmhouse during a storm, and Mrs. Claus untangles magical mischief in Christmastown when Halloween chaos strikes.
Confronting Evil : Assessing the Worst of the Worst
by Bill O'Reilly

From the world's #1 bestselling history author comes a compelling exploration of history's most notorious figures, examining how their choices inflicted immense suffering and illustrating the enduring human struggle between good and evil. 750,000 first printing. Illustrations.
Library of Things With Your Library Card!
Did you know our library offers the following items that can be taken out with your library card?  Stop by anytime or call ahead to be sure it is available.  Items can not be held and must be returned to Greene Library.
Our Library of Things include:  Metal Detector, Telescope, Ghost Hunting Kit, Bird Watcher Kit, Pickle Ball Set, Ukuleles, Game Camera, Fishing Poles and Tackle Boxes, VHS Converter System.  All Items must be returned at the Greene Library.
 
Greene Public Library
a branch of Coventry Public Library
179 Hopkins Hollow Road
Greene, Rhode Island 02827
401-397-3873

www.coventrylibrary.org/greene-library