Here are our programs for this month.
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Peace Dale Library
 
GET TO KNOW LIBBY
TUESDAY JULY 1ST 3:30PM
Discover how to borrow free eBooks and audiobooks with Libby, the library's easy-to-use reading app. Whether you're brand new or need a quick refresher, we’ll help you get set up and start enjoying digital books in no time. Drop in or save your seat by clicking here
 
PUZZLE, COLOR, OR CRAFT FRIDAYS
FRIDAYS 10AM-12PM
Looking for a meditative activity to do either solo or in the company of others? Drop in for adult coloring, work on one of our puzzles, or bring a craft to work on with friends or other community members. The library will provide coloring templates & pens, puzzles, & some simple games. Crafters, please BYO project and supplies! *Self-directed drop-in.* Info: 401-789-1555, ext. 4110. Adults 18+, no registration needed.
 
DEVICE DROP IN TECH HELP
THURSDAY JULY 17TH 3-5PM
Not sure why your phone is doing that thing? Can’t figure out how to get your tablet to do what you want? Stop by Peace Dale library for tech help. No registration required.
 
APPS FOR HISTORY LOVERS
FRIDAY JULY 25TH 3:30-4:30PM
Step into the past with apps designed for curious minds! We’ll look at interactive timelines, digital museum guides, and tools that bring historical maps, documents, and stories to life.
 
ADULT PUZZLE CONTEST
SATURDAY JULY 26TH 10AM-NOON
See which team can complete a 300-piece puzzle within 90 minutes in this light-hearted contest. Up to 6 teams of 4 will compete, with prizes awarded to the top 3 finishers. Create your own team, or the library can assemble teams from individual registrants. REGISTER BY CLICKING HERE. Adults 18+. Sponsored by the Peace Dale Library Friends.
 
CRAFTS AND COMPUTERS: FACEBOOK & FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS
MONDAY JULY 28TH 2-4PM
Introducing a new monthly program that combines tech and art! In Crafts and Computers we will unwind with a creative, low-stress craft while learning practical technology tips! Each session includes time to settle in with your project, an hour-long tech presentation, and time to finish up your craft and ask questions in a relaxed, supportive space. June’s theme is Facebook and our craft will be floss bracelets. Please register by clicking here
 
SUMMER PUZZLE PALOOZA SALE
SATURDAY AUGUST 2ND - 9AM to 1PM
The Friends of the Peace Dale Library is delighted to offer you a chance to restock your puzzle cabinets! Come on down and find all sorts of puzzles in various sizes and difficulties.
Puzzle donations of good condition puzzles with no pieces missing will be accepted until July 31st.
Kingston Free Library
 
RECYCLING AND COMPOSTING AT HOME
WEDNESDAY JULY 9TH 6PM
Charlotte Canner, the Town’s Recycling Coordinator will show how the recycling system works in RI, recycling options in South County, what can be recycled, and how to compost!
 
MODEL BUILDING CLUB
THURSDAYS 5:30-7:30PM
A space to relax, connect with fellow model enthusiasts in the library. Bring any project—models, miniatures, LEGOs, etc. All ages welcome (little builders need an adult). Bring your own tools.
 
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Robert Beverly Hale Library
 
FRIENDS OF THE HALE LIBRARY BOOK SALE
FRIDAY JULY 11TH 10AM-4PM
SATURDAY JULY 12TH 10AM-2PM
Drop by and pick up your summer reading! A wide variety of hard covers, paperbacks and children's books will be on sale for great prices. Bring your bag and cash (no cards accepted) and find some great books to take home.
 
EVENING KNITTERS & CROCHETERS GROUP
TUESDAYS 6-8PM
Bring your projects to work on with a community of fellow knitters & crocheters. All skill levels welcome! No registration; any questions call 401-783-5386.
 
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Programs for Teens at Peace Dale
 
JUNK JOURNALING
THURSDAY, JULY 3RD 3:30-4:30PM
Learn how to turn everyday materials into personalized journals! We will have journals and supplies to start your own junk journal. No registration required. Grades 6-12 only.
 
TEEN TIE DYE
FRIDAY JULY 18TH 3PM
We will have tote bags, but participants are encouraged to bring their own plain white t-shirt to dye (100% cotton works best). grades 6-12. Registration is required and begins July 4th.
Click here to register online.
 
TEEN TECH TAKE-APART
WEDNESDAY JULY 30TH 2:30-4PM
Ever wonder what makes everyday technology work? Join us in taking apart every day appliances! Challenge yourself to make a new invention with the pieces, or a cool sculpture. Grades 6-12, no registration.
Peace Dale Library
 
OUTDOOR SUMMER SLOW DOWN
MONDAYS JULY 7, 14, 21, & 28 4PM
Join us for some calm outdoor time! We'll have a read aloud from a chapter book and an easy, relaxing craft. Each week will be something different. Bring your blankets to sit on. Geared for ages 7 and up; in the event of rain, this program will be cancelled.
 
LIBRARY PLAYDATE
MONDAYS JULY 7, 14, 21, & 28 at 10:30AM
Join us for a friendly open play program open to children ages birth-24 months and their siblings. Little ones can explore and discover with the library's toys and meet new friends. No registration needed.
 
FAMILY STEAM
TUESDAYS JULY 8 & 22 at 10:30AM
Join us each session for different hands-on STEAM activities. Geared for ages 5-10, no registration needed. July 8-Build It! with Legos, Marble Runs, and more! July 22-Messy Kitchen Science Chemistry
 
SUMMER STORYTIME
WEDNESDAYS JULY 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 10:30AM
Families are invited to join us for stories, songs, free play, and art! Geared for ages 3-5, but all are welcome. Some activities may be messy.
 
XEN’S CRITTERS: CREEPY & CRAWLY
THURSDAY JULY 10 AT 10:30AM
Join Xen's Critters and meet a snake, lizards, spiders, turtles, frogs, scorpions, and more! Geared for ages 5 and up.
Please register by clicking here.
 
CINDERELLA PRINCESS PARTY
THURSDAY JULY 17 AT 10:30AM
Join us for a visit with Cinderella! We'll have stories, sing-alongs, dancing, and photo ops!
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED click here to register.
 
MUSIC & FUN WITH GREG LATO
THURSDAY JULY 24TH 10:30AM
Kids of all ages are invited to join in the music and dance fun with kids musician Greg Lato!
Registration is required and starts on July 3: click here to register
 
MAD SCIENCE
THURSDAY JULY 31 AT 10:30AM
Kids ages 4-7 are invited to join us for an exciting show that explores, balance, energy, chemistry, physics, and so much more…all while being presented in a dynamic and interactive way to captivate and educate curious younger preschool and early elementary minds! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED & BEGINS JULY 10TH: click here to register
Kingston Free Library
 
KIDS ART SPOT
FRIDAYS 10:30AM - NO ART SPOT JULY 4th
Join us for a process art activity where we focus on the joy of creating, not the finished product. Afterward, children can enjoy free-play fun with the library's toy collection. All ages.
 
NURSERY RHYME TIME
TUESDAY JULY 1, 8, 15, & 22 at 10:30AM
Join us for nursery rhymes, fingerplays, stories, songs, and movement activities. Geared for ages birth - 3 but all are welcome. After the program, children can enjoy free-play fun using the library's toy collection.
 
SUMMER STORY YOGA
TUESDAYS JULY 1, 8, 15, & 22 at 11AM
Join certified “ChildLight Yoga and Mindfulness for Children” instructor, Miss Sharon, for stories, yoga poses, activities, and fun! Geared for ages 3 – 8 but all are welcome.
 
AUDUBON NATURE STORY WITH LIVE INSECTS
WEDS. JULY 2ND 10:30AM
Audubon educators will share a nature story, introduce us to some live insects, and teach us the importance of these organisms in ecosystems. Open to preschool-grade 2.
Please register by clicking here.
 
FIDDLE ‘N FUN
WEDNESDAY JULY 9 AT 10:30AM
Join Mr. Joel for a fun morning of silly songs, listening games, movement activities, and hands-on instrument play!
Please Register by clicking here
 
MAGIC TREE HOUSE MORNING
WEDNESDAY JULY 16 AT 10:30AM-NOON
Drop in between 10:30 am and 12:00 pm for activities, games and crafts related to the bestselling Magic Tree House series by Mary Pope Osborne. Geared for elementary school children but younger siblings are welcome.
 
BAY EXPERIENCE
WEDNESDAY JULY 23 AT 10:30AM
Join Save the Bay educators for an introduction to Narragansett Bay and learn about the anatomy and adaptations of Bay creatures in this hands-on program. Geared for grades K - 4.
Please Register by clicking here.
 
BILINGUAL STORYTIME
TUESDAY JULY 29TH 10:30AM
Join Senora Sole for a fun morning of Spanish rhymes, songs, and movement. Geared for preschool through early elementary.
 
MEET THE LITTLE MERMAID
WEDNESDAY JULY 30 AT 10:30AM
Join Ariel, The Little Mermaid, for a magical morning under the sea! We'll hear a story, sing and dance along, and take photos with Ariel during this enchanting program.
Please Register by clicking here.
Robert Beverly Hale Library
 
SENSORY STORYTIME
MONDAYS 10:30AM
*NO STORYTIME JULY 7*
Come join all of our storytime friends for stories, songs, and sensory play! Geared for ages 18 months through 4 years but all are welcome. Play and crafts may be messy. No registration is required.
 
BUILD IT!
TUESDAY JULY 1ST 1-3PM
Drop in the Children's Room to build! Blocks, Magnatiles, Legos, and more! Geared for ages 3 and up, but all are welcome with an adult. No registration required.
 
AUDUBON DINOSAUR STORYTIME
MONDAY JULY 7 AT 10:30AM
Come join us for a storytime learning about dinosaurs presented by the Audubon Society of Rhode Island! This program is for preschool through second graders (3 years old to 8 years old). Registration is required; please fill out registration for only the child attending. REGISTRATION BEGINS JUNE 23RD: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
 
CHALK ART
TUESDAY JULY 8 AT 3PM
Come decorate the front stairs and walkway at Hale! If it rains, we will have chalk art inside! All ages, no registration.
 
WILDLIFE REHAB STORIES
TUESDAY JULY 15 AT 3PM
Join us to learn about the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center and the rehabilitation efforts for native birds of prey and songbirds. Registration is required: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
 Due to the content of the program (discussing how the animals were injured), the program is for elementary school (6 years old) through adults. Please register all people in your party.
 
SCAVENGER HUNT
TUESDAY JULY 22 - 1-7:30PM
Come do a scavenger hunt in the Children's room to win a small prize!
 
I-SPY BOTTLES
TUESDAY JULY 29 AT 3PM
Come and make an I-Spy bottle! Geared for ages 5 and up. Registration is required: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
South Kingstown Public Library
1057 Kingstown Road,, Wakefield, Rhode Island 02879
(401) 789-1555

www.southkingstownri.gov/skpl