Autumn...the year's last, loveliest smile."
— William Cullen Bryant
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The Library will be closed on Monday, September 6th, in observance of Labor Day.
We will reopen on Tuesday, September 7th.
Don't forget! You can download ebooks and audiobooks from the eZone an time!
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Use Friends of Tiverton Libraries’ museum passes for free or discounted admission to local attractions, like the Audubon Society Education Center and Blithewold in Bristol, the Buttonwood Park Zoo and New Bedford Whaling Museum in New Bedford, and Roger Williams Park Zoo in Providence. Click the button below for pass and venue details or visit the Library's Information Desk. |
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For example, you can visit the New Bedford Whaling Museum using a library pass, which provides a discount of 50% off for up to 4 adults!
Check out the view of New Bedford Harbor from the top floor of the museum!
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Wednesday, September 1st, 6:00-8:00pm, Community Room
Knitters, quilters, and crafters: come craft with us in the Community Room on the first Wednesday of every month! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, you are welcome to come and work on your own projects while socializing with fellow enthusiasts. Get project ideas, ask questions, and share tips and advice. Must bring your own equipment and supplies.
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Getting Started with Libby and Overdrive |
Tuesday, September 7th, and Tuesday, September 21st, 6:00-7:30pm, Learning Center
Attend this drop-in session to get started with Libby, Overdrive, and the eZone. We will go over signing up, browsing the catalog, and checking out items in Libby. Learn how to use the Ocean State Libraries’ digital collection to check out ebooks, audiobooks, videos, and more! Attendees will be required to wear a mask for this event in the Learning Center.
Registration is recommended, but not required.
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Thursday, September 9th, and Thursday, September 23rd, 6:00-8:00pm, on Discord
This fall, Retro Game Club is moving to the second and fourth Thursday evenings of the month. Join us in the Retro Game Club Discord to chat and play video games together.
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Tuesday afternoons, starting September 14th, 1:00-3:00pm, Community Room
The Senior Center’s Watercolor Painting Class, taught by Madeleine Diogenes, will now meet at the Library! The group will meet every Tuesday afternoon, from 1:00 to 3:00pm, in the Community Room. All are welcome to attend.
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Tuesday, September 14th, 3:00-5:00pm,
OR Tuesday October 12th, 3:00-5:00pm, Community Room
Local artist John Irwin is back to bring us this popular art class! In this 2-hour session, John will take you step by step through the process of starting a landscape painting and deciding when it is finished. All materials will be supplied.
NOTE: Space is limited. To ensure that as many people as possible have a chance to participate, we are offering registration for 2 classes at a time -- you may register for 1 class in that period. Please contact Deb at destrella@tivertonlibrary.org or 401-625-6796 x5 to register any time.
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Wednesday, September 22nd, 6:00-8:10pm, Community Room
Join us for a free screening of Knives Out (2019; PG-13; 2h, 10min) - a detective investigates the death of a patriarch of an eccentric, combative family.
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Tuesday, September 28th, 3:30-4:30pm, Community Room
Join us on the fourth Tuesday of every month for some fun and creativity! This month, we will be making fall wreaths. All materials are provided. Click below to reserve your spot.
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New members are always welcome to any of our book groups. There’s something for everyone!
Stop by the Information Desk at the library for a copy of the book to be discussed.
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Tiverton Public Library Book Group
Friday, September 10th, 10:30am-11:30am, Community Room
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Wednesday, September 15th, 6:00-7:00pm, Community Room
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Union Library Book Group
Thursday, September 16th, 1:00-2:00pm, Tiverton Public Library Community Room
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Tiverton Senior Center Book Club
Tuesday, September 21st, 10:15-11:15am
Tiverton Senior Center, 207 Canonicus Street
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This month, the Children's Department is hosting the I’m Your Neighbor Books’ Welcoming Library. The Welcoming Library is a collection of acclaimed children’s picture books featuring New Arrival and New American families. Tiverton is just one stop for this traveling library that is visiting public libraries throughout Rhode Island. Stop by and explore this special collection of books, discussion questions, and take-home activities all month long.
The Welcoming Library project in Rhode Island is supported by the RI Office of Library and Information Services with funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
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Mondays, September 13th-October 4th, 10:00am-1:00pm, Library Lawn
Recommended for ages 2–8
Stroll around the Library Lawn and read a picture book. Enjoy a new story each week. At the end of your walk pick up a craft kit to make at the picnic tables or to bring home.
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Open daily starting September 11th,
Children's Room
Recommended for ages 3–10
Bring a bag and pack your own activity kit to enjoy at home. Visit the activity tower in the Children's Room to stock up on a variety of fun seasonal activities. We will stock the tower each week with a variety of paper crafts, puzzles, and games. New activities will be added every Saturday!
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Saturday, September 25th from 10:30am-12:00pm, Library Garden
Recommended for ages 3+
Spy the changes in our library garden, learn fun facts about one of our pollinator pals, make a craft, and enjoy a garden activity in the children’s courtyard.
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Friends of Tiverton Libraries |
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Meeting of the Board of the Friends of Tiverton Libraries |
Wednesday, September 8th, 6:30pm, Off Site
The next Board Meeting of the Friends of Tiverton Libraries will be held off site on Wednesday, September 8th, at 6:30pm.
For further information, inquire at the Library’s Information Desk or call 401-625-6796.
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Don't forget to check out the Friends' Book Nook when you visit the library. There is always something new! |
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