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March 23, 2020 -- We're Here For You! Library Services Continue

We're Here for You...Virtually! Stay strong and stay tuned everyone...we'll be bringing you the latest news and updates from PPL and how you can stay connected and engaged.

Read it, love it, DON’T RETURN IT!

Due dates have been extended to May 1. Our book drop is closed. Hang on to your library items!

GOT QUESTIONS...

About your items or account? Email pplref@provlib.org .

We’ll help so you can continue to use library services.

Delivery suspended, No holds, But here's what to do...

There are still ebooks! Delivery of library items have been suspended statewide and the request feature is disabled in the online catalog. Add items to your cart and lists for later.

But now is a great time to check out RI eZone , AskRI , and provlib, PPL's website for digital content.

Also, if you have suggestions for items you would like us to purchase, please visit our site and let us know: https://www.provlib.org/research-collections/books-dvds-more/ .

Kanopy - Visit https://ppl.kanopy.com/ or download the Kanopy app for iOS, Amazon Fire, Android, AppleTV, Roku, or Chromecast. Kanopy offers thoughtful, ad-free entertainment. PPL users get 6 play credits a month. During this time of social-distancing, check out credit-free titles and unlimited access to Kanopy Kids.

Stuck at home? It may be a great chance to learn something new.

Use Mango to learn a language, or LearningExpress to practice for exams. Check out these and other online tools available to all RI residents on https://www.askri.org/ .

NEED A LIBRARY CARD?

Apply for a library card online at oslri.org/application .

You’ll get a temporary number and pin to access ebooks and other digital content.

What's Happening Virtually Out There...

All library programs have been cancelled, postponed or have moved to the virtual realm as of now. But, check out these virtual, kid & family friendly events...

Local performance artist Ricky Rainbow Beard is reading stories on Facebook Live, nightly at 6 pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/568119930462581/?event_time_id=568119947129246
Previous PPL Creative Fellow Walker Mettling is expanding his Providence Comics Consortium Sketchbook Church events virtually via his Instagram account to keep us all from being bored. Check out his Instagram Live and then share your own sketches! https://www.instagram.com/katrillioneyes/
RI Black Storyteller Valeri Tutson's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/valerie.tutson/events?lst=1206421112%3A607391540%3A1584974692
Tony Nunes, Artistic Director, United Way Theatre in Westerly gives a daily update of online offerings: https://www.facebook.com/tony.nunes

Here are some additional opportunities for culturally connecting online :

Free coloring pages from museum collections: https://mymodernmet.com/free-coloring-pages-color-our-collections/
Virtual tours of museums: https://artsandculture.google.com/partner
Stream Broadway performances: https://www.thewrap.com/how-to-watch-concerts-and-broadway-shows-during-the-coronavirus-shutdown/
Another treasure trove of online learning, enrichment and recreation opportunities: https://olis-ri.libguides.com/online/recreation

ESSENTIAL EXCEL classes have moved online

Saturdays, 10 am - 12 pm

ALL IN-PERSON CLASSES ARE SUSPENDED FOR THE MOMENT. ESSENTIAL EXCEL IS MOVING TO LIVE ONLINE VIRTUAL SESSIONS. YOU CAN STILL REGISTER AT http://prov.pub/excel .

We will notify you if your class session will be online or in person (Once we have approval to transition back to in-person classes.)

We offer three different Excel Essentials classes on rotating Saturdays:

"Essentials 1" is a two-hour Excel class for people with little to no MS Excel experience that covers the basics.
"Essentials 2" is a two-hour Excel class for people with some experience, that covers Formulas & Functions.
"Essentials 3" is a two-hour Excel class for people with some experience, that covers data tools such as Pivot Tables.

These classes are recommended for anyone interested in enrolling in PPL's ' Data Pathway ' program.

STAY CONNECTED while you're social distancing...

Library resources to keep your mind sharp and imagination active! Check out...

Provlibdigital.org to access PPL’s digital collections.

AskRI.org : Rhode Island’s online reference center.

PPL's resources for research and collections .

Now would be a great time to sign up for our book list newsletters to receive recommendations from PPL staff.

Connect with us on other Social Media!

Facebook

Twitter (@provlib)

Instagram

Special Collections Twitter (@TheSpecialest)

and Instagram ( rhodeislandcollection )

Here's something to do...

DID YOU GET YOURS YET? Your 2020 Census envelope should have arrived by now.

The Census is a complete count of the population that happens every 10 years and it helps provide everyone with critical services and benefits - but it's up to you to make sure that you and your family are counted! It is important, easy and quick to complete. Particularly in Rhode Island where we all need to be counted to retain our current representation in Washington, DC. Your answers will be kept safe and confidential. Please open your envelope now and follow the instructions...

The letter inside the envelope will invite you to respond online, or by phone. You can reply using any computer, tablet or smartphone. The letter supplies a web link and contact numbers for phone support lines in 13 languages.

The Census return does not ask about citizenship, nor does it ask you for money or for sensitive information such as Social Security numbers or bank or credit card information. If you take a few minutes now, you'll avoid having further reminders sent and also eventual visits to your home by a Census taker.

Get all the information you need here: https://2020census.gov/en.html