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Read the Play Before You See the Play!
Play Discussion Series Continues on March 6
If you're a theatre lover, join us for our Play Discussion Series featuring five plays being performed at the Gamm Theatre this season. In this series, we discuss the plays before you see them, so you can read the play before you see the play, but anyone interested in a play discussion is welcome.
Our 2023-24 series continues March 6 from 5:30 - 6:30 pm with a discussion of Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare. We will be joined by members of the Gamm Theatre.
Get more information about the plays at The Gamm Theatre. At each discussion, a voucher for two tickets will be raffled off and participants will get an access code for discount tickets. Other plays included this season are:
April 24 -- Doubt: A Parable by John Patrick Shanley
Most plays are available to borrow from this or other libraries. Please check our catalog. Click here to learn how to get a library card.
You may register for our discussion up until the time of the event. There is street parking around the Library and in garages and lots on Fountain and Washington Streets. Any questions, please email ibrunelle@provlib.org, subject "Play Series."
REGISTER
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Shakespeare's Stories with
Gamm Theater
Saturdays, 10 - 11 am
March 2, 9, 16, 23
PPL Workshop
For ages 7-12
Come and join us as we read Shakespeare's plays turned into stories for children! Each week we will read a new story and make crafts based on what we read. From masks for Midsummer Night's Dream to family crests for Romeo & Juliet, we will be bringing the Bard's stories to life! Registration is required. Please plan to try to attend all four sessions.
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Connecting Stories Book Club
Between The World And Me
Join the discussion at PPL, in collaboration with Trinity Repertory Company.
In this book club, you will read and discuss literature related to the plays being performed at Trinity for their 2023-24 season. Connect with Trinity's onstage work as we connect people to stories and stories to plays.
Our next book discussion of the season will meet on March 19 from 5:30 - 6:45 pm.
The book we will discuss is Between the World and Me by Ta-Nahisi Coates, a book that shares the themes of Trinity's upcoming production of Fences, running March 21 - April 28, 2024. Participants will receive a discount code to use for purchasing tickets.
Don't wait to request a copy using our catalog! Or call your local library or email Ivy at ibrunelle@provlib.org. It can take 3 or 4 business days for a book request to be delivered. Copies will be available to pick up at the Library, 150 Empire Street, at the main desk. Just tell them you're looking for the Connecting Stories Trinity book club book, Between the World and Me.
Contact Wensley Bynoe, director of community engagement at wbynoe@trinityrep.com if you have questions or if you need a modified book (audiobook, large print, braille, etc.)
Any questions, contact Ivy at ibrunelle@provlib.org, Subject: "Connecting Stories". Click here for more details about other books being read in the Connecting Stories Book Club.
REGISTER
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Looking for a Book Club in the New Year?
We Have You Covered!
We're excited to announce two NEW book clubs: The Mystery Book Club next meeting March 12, and our "Romantasy" Book Club, which will begin meeting in person on Saturday, March 30.
Check out our ongoing monthly book clubs. Our History Hijinks Book Club meets both in person and via Zoom on the first Monday of each month. Meanwhile, our Brown Bag Book Club, the Book Reader's Guide to the Galaxy Book Club, and The Dark Academia Book Club all meet in person monthly at the Library!
Check out their schedules and upcoming reads
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CLASSES & TRAININGS . . . | |
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Do you love to "Sew-cialize"?
Upcoming Sewing Meet-ups
Saturdays | 1:30 - 3:30 pm
March 2, 16, 30
April 13 & 27
PPL Workshop, Ground Floor
Whether you are just learning to sew, or you are an old pro looking for a group of likeminded people with similar interests; this is the meetup for you!
Join us to learn to sew, work on your own projects and discuss/ask any questions related to sewing! These meetups are an opportunity to socialize and have fun, all while learning to create new items as well as how to alter/upcycle old or unwanted pieces of clothing.
The sewing meetup is hosted by Poonam Parab. With more than 25 years of experience sewing apparel, Poonam is a certified sewing instructor with an advanced certification from the BurdaStyle Academy. In addition, Poonam recently completed their Masters Degree in Textiles, Fashion Merchandising and Design.
The Library has some machines available for use, but we may not have enough for everybody; so, feel free to bring your own machine if you prefer. Registration is not required so just drop in and join us for a good time!
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Digital & Career Navigation / Navegación Digital
y de Carrera
One-on-One Help for Adults, by Appointment /
Ayuda Uno-a-Uno para Adultos, con Cita Previa
Assistance for adults to develop digital skills; in-person, virtually, or by phone.
- Access to the Internet and digital resources
- Intake interview and needs assessment
- Basic computer skills
- Mobile apps
- Northstar Digital Literacy
- Information about community services & programs
* We cannot repair devices, fix software, or handle viruses.
Apoyo para adultos desarrollar habilidades digitales; en-persona, virtualmente, o por teléfono.
- Acceso al Internet y recursos digitales
- Entrevista inicial y evaluación de necesidades
- Habilidades de computación básicas
- Aplicaciones móviles
- Northstar Digital Literacy
- Información sobre servicios y programas comunitarios
* No podemos reparar dispositivos, arreglar software, ni manejar virus.
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Bring your own projects or questions about knitting!
1st Tuesdays, monthly
5:30 - 7 pm | PPL Workshop
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Check out our NEW Extended Catalog...
We're thrilled to announce the opening of our EXTENDED CATALOG on our online store! Shop a variety of fun, custom PPL items ready to ship right to your doorstep. Can't wait? Grab something from our Instant Shop ready for pickup at PPL. Whether you are buying a gift for someone or getting a little something for yourself, PPL's Marketplace has what you need to share your library joy. Explore our ever-expanding collection at shop.provlib.org.
NOTE: This is a pilot program we've just rolled out. If you experience any issues, please let us know at marketing@provlib.org.
SHOP!
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Did You Know...
450 million Years of Flora and Fauna are Hangin' at PPL!
Come take in the story behind our 450 million year timeline of flora and fauna -- still up and enjoyable during the Library's open hours! The exhibition came to life earlier this year in our Atrium staircase and we're so happy these awesome creatures, including the 10-foot whale over the entrance, will be with us for a while!
Also, author and exhibition creator Eli Nixon invites everyone to take part in a Zoom book discussion of BLOODTIDE (the book the installation is a part of activating) on June 28. Get more info here.
Thanks to the City of Providence Department of Art, Culture + Tourism for project funds, and to First Works for workshop support.
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More Awesome Stories!
Hear from Another PPL Alum
At PPL, stories have always been at the heart of what we do. Our stacks are filled with books that hold countless tales waiting to be explored. Yet, there is another treasure we value just a much...if not more – the stories from members of our community. We'd like to share more of our Alum stories here....for more, visit: www.provlib.org/support-us/ppl-alum/
If you're so inspired....please consider sharing YOUR library story with us! If you love PPL and all we do, we welcome your generous support! Every gift helps us continue our transformative work! THANK YOU!
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Jeffrey Tejada
I really enjoy tutoring. I find it super rewarding and fulfilling to help the kids here. I guess because I had other people help me when I was younger and that made a difference. So, it's nice to be able to kind of pay that forward a little.
Read Jeffrey's full story
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