Among Friends
News and notes from North Kingstown Free Library
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Library Hours
Mon - Thur 9:00 - 8:30
Fri & Sat 9:00 - 5:00
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The original version of this newsletter was sent with an incorrect link for the event 'Fighting for Women's Rights: The Suffragists.' This version has the updated link. |
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Having a Meeting, but Missing a Space? |
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Since we first reopened our doors after the initial shut-down in Spring 2020, many of you have asked us about using our meeting spaces.
Unfortunately, our meeting spaces remain unavailable for public use, but our staff has been working to find a solution to meet the public need.
Now announcing: FREE Virtual Meeting Spaces at the North Kingstown Free Library!
North Kingstown residents can now reserve a virtual 'meeting room' with the library for up to 2 hours at a time.
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Charge Your Device While you Browse |
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Library staff are excited to announce the newest edition to our services -- in-house portable charger battery packs. These portable chargers have built-in Lightning and USB-C adapters to charge your mobile device while you're visiting the library.
Sitting at a study table and need a charge?
We've got you covered!
Battery packs only re-charge in their base, so don't forget to drop it back off before you leave!
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The annual seed catalog has transformed this year into a fun mystery.
Mystery Bags containing 5 seed packets of either Vegetable, Flower, or Herb varieties are out on display on the main floor of the library.
One bag per person, while supplies last.
What will you grow this year?
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Tuesday, March 9, 6:30 pm
Consider Phlebas
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Tuesday, March 9, 6:30 pm
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Friday, March 19, 9:30 am
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Tuesday, March 23, 6:30 pm
The Secret History
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Wednesday, March 31, 7:00 pm
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Monday, April 5, 11:00 am
The Giver of Stars
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Coming to YouTube this Month |
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Teen Programs
- Among Us paper towel roll craft
- DIY rainbow paper
- Movie and Snack Pairing: Basketball ice cream cookies for Coach Carter
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Adult Crafting
Are you a plant lover with a brown thumb? Visit the library to grab a craft kit to make a potted pom-pom succulent. This is one adorable plant you'll never kill. Available starting March 8th.
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Find Rhody Radio at rhodyradio.org or wherever you find your podcasts.
When you’re listening to Rhody Radio, you know you’re listening to something good.
Rhody Radio is a project of the Office of Library and Information Services and is made possible by a grant from the Rhode Island Council for the Humanities.
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The grand Cold Spring House hotel sat at the end of Beach Street overlooking the Town Beach (formerly Cold Spring Beach) from 1881 until the 1960s. The hotel’s 75 rooms were said to be booked 12 months in advance and attracted travelers from all parts of the country and beyond.
Recently, the library received an incredible gift that captures some of the history of the Cold Spring House. A hefty register book, dating from 1902-1922, lists the names of those who checked into the hotel and where they hailed from. You can follow the link below to peruse the hotel’s register. See if you can find the names of John D. Rockefeller Jr., artist Alexander Calder, or the author of Hans Brinker, Mary Mapes Dodge.
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Become a Friend of the Library |
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This newsletter, and many of the programs and events announced through it, are sponsored by the generous donations of library supporters like you. Become a Friend today!
Every donation, no matter how small, helps us continue to carry out the library's mission of teaching valuable skills and providing opportunities for growth and human connection. Best of all, your donation is tax deductible!
Fill out your membership donation form and mail it with a check, or drop it off at the library during our opening hours. Thanks for being a Friend.
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Make your shopping go further
Did you know that you can donate to the library through Amazon Smile, even when ordering your Whole Foods grocery order?
Visit smile.amazon.com and choose the Friends of North Kingstown Free Library as your charity, and Amazon will automatically donate a portion of their proceeds. All at no extra cost to you! Now that's giving in the holiday spirit. |
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100 Boone Street, North Kingstown, RI 02852
(401) 294-3306
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