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Branching Out The South Kingstown Public Library Newsletter www.skpl.org December 2017
Peace Dale Library 1057 Kingstown Road Peace Dale, RI 02879
401-789-1555 ~ FAX 401-782-6370
Kingston Free Library 2605 Kingstown Road
Kingston, RI 02881 401-783-8254
Robert Beverly Hale Library 2601 Commodore Perry Hwy
Wakefield, RI 02879 401-783-5386
MOVIE SHOWING: MONSOON WEDDING
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2:00 P.M.
LOCATION: PEACE DALE LIBRARY
The Peace Dale Library 2017 World Film
Series wraps up this month with Monsoon
Wedding. The traditional and the modern
meet up in this lively, exuberant film
about a large family in India preparing for
a wedding. 2002, 115 minutes, R. Refresh-
ments served. No registration needed.
HOLIDAY CONCERT WITH ALL IN A CHORD
WOMEN’S BARBERSHOP CHORUS
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2:00 P.M.
LOCATION: PEACE DALE LIBRARY
Start your holiday season with a festive
seasonal performance by Rhode
Island’s own All in A Chord! With songs
ranging from the familiar to the
innovative, this a cappella group
always provides a fine afternoon’s entertainment. Free and
open to the public and made possible by the Friends of the
Peace Dale Library. Registration is not required.
FRIENDS OF THE PEACE DALE LIBRARY’S HAT SALE
LOCATION: PEACE DALE LIBRARY
The Friends of the Peace Dale Library
announce that a wide assortment of
colorful handmade hats, scarves, and
booties, donated by generous local
handcrafters, are now on display and for sale at the Peace
Dale Library. Hats are $5.00, scarves and bootie sets are
$8.00. All proceeds benefit the Friends of the Peace Dale
Library, who fund Library programs for children, teens, and
adults. Donations are still welcome and can be delivered to
the Library through January 19. Items received after the
holidays will be sold at the Friends Book Sale on Saturday,
January 20, 2018 from 9 AM to 2 PM.
HOLIDAY IN KINGSTON: BOOK SALE & BOOK ART
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2, 10:00 A.M.—2:00P.M.
LOCATION: KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY
Join us at the Holiday in
Kingston celebration at the
Kingston Free Library. From
9:00 AM-2:00 PM we’ll be
holding a like new book sale!
Also from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM we’ll be making unique crafts
using pages from discarded books. Create your very own
snowman, Christmas tree, or both! To register for the crafts,
contact 783-8254 or [email protected].
FROM SLAVES TO SOLDIERS
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2, 3:00-4:00 P.M.
LOCATION: KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY
The Kingston Free Library will be hosting
the South County History Center’s program
“From Slaves to Soldiers: The 1st Rhode Is-
land Regiment in the American Revolution”
during the holiday celebration in Kingston.
Local historian Bob Geake and Tomaquag
Museum director Loren Spears will share the important
story of the war regiment composed of indentured
servants, Narragansett people, and formerly enslaved peo-
ple. No registration required.
FRIENDS OF THE PEACE DALE LIBRARY’S
HOLIDAY RAFFLE
Tickets are now on sale for our annual Holiday
Gift Basket Raffle! Stop in at the Peace Dale
Library to see what goodies are in our two
baskets this year—one basket perfect for
adults, the other perfect for kids. Tickets are $1 each or 6
for $5. All proceeds benefit the Friends of the Peace Dale
Library.
A READABLE FEAST: A COOKBOOK BOOK GROUP
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14, 6:30-8:00 P.M.
LOCATION: KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY
Participants bring a dish to share
from that month’s cookbook. There
is a discussion about the book while
we sample all the dishes. This
month we will be reading and cook-
ing from The Art of Simple Food 1 & 2 by Alice Waters! Reg-
istration is required by calling 783-8254 or emailing
SOUTH KINGSTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
ADULT BOOK GROUPS
KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY
BROWN BAG BOOK DISCUSSION
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7, 12:15 P.M.
Sweet Lamb of Heaven by Lydia Millet
BEYOND WORDS BOOK GROUP
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13 , 7:00 P.M.
Born a Crime by Trevor Noah
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10, 7:00 P.M.
Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi
PEACE DALE LIBRARY
AFTERNOON BOOK GROUP
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2:00 P.M.
The Perfume River by Robert Olen Butler
FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2:00 P.M.
Wild: From Lost to Found on the
Pacific Crest Trail by Cheryl Strayed
EVENING BOOK GROUP
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 6:30 P.M.
The Expatriates by Janet Y.K. Lee
NO JANUARY MEETING. Next meeting:
FEBRUARY 6, 6:30 P.M.
ONGOING PROGRAMS AT KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY
YOGA SERIES BY ALL THAT MATTERS
Fridays, December 1, 8, 15, 29, 10:00 A.M.
Hosted by All That Matters, this class is low
impact, focusing on stretching,
breathing, and meditation. Good for all
levels. Please bring a towel or mat.
Register at 783-8254.
COMMUNITY REIKI
Saturday, December 9, 12:00-2:00 P.M.
Drop-in for a free session.
All three branches of the South
Kingstown Public Library will be
closed Friday, December 22 through
Monday, December 25 for the
Christmas holiday.
For the New Year’s holiday, Peace Dale Library and
Kingston Free Library will be closing early at 1:00 PM on
Friday, December 29th, the Robert Beverly Hale will be
closed that day.
All branches will be closed Saturday, December 30
through Monday, January 1.
A READABLE FEAST: HOLIDAY COOKIE SWAP
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20, 6:30-8:00 P.M.
LOCATION: KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY
Participants will bring three dozen of their
favorite holiday cookie to swap and share
with others. There will be a discussion
about the cookie and how it’s made while
we sample all the yummy treats.
Registration is required, we are unable to accommodate
walk ins. Contact Britta 783-8254 or [email protected]
with your cookie selection.
For more information on these and additional Youth Services activities and programs, visit www.skpl.org or contact:
Kingston Free Sharon Babbitt
Phone: 783-8254 Email: [email protected]
Robert Beverly Hale Brandi Fong
Phone: 783-5386 Email: [email protected]
Peace Dale Tina Ladika
Phone: 789-1555, ext 115 Email: [email protected]
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING
AFTER SCHOOL HOMEWORK HELP
TUESDAYS-FRIDAYS THROUGH DEC. 21st , 3:30-4:30 P.M.
LOCATION: KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY
Students in grades K-5 can drop in
and complete their homework
assignments in a positive, stress
free environment with assistance from the Youth Services
Librarian and URI students. No registration required.
JUMANJI
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 6:00-7:00 P.M.
LOCATION: ROBERT BEVERLY HALE LIBRARY
Kids in grades K-6 can celebrate the new
movie Jumanji with us! We’ll read the
original book, then create our own board
games. Registration preferred, contact
783-5386 or [email protected].
FESTIVAL BALLET PROVIDENCE INTERACTIVE
NUTCRACKER STORYTIME
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 10:30-11:15 A.M.
LOCATION: KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY
Join Festival Ballet Providence for
an interactive reading of the
Nutcracker, a dancing lesson of a
scene from the
Nutcracker, and a related craft.
All ages, no registration.
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: CARS 3
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1, 6:30 P.M.
LOCATION: PEACE DALE LIBRARY
Families are invited to join us for
a showing of Cars 3 (G). Popcorn
will be served, blankets, pillows,
are welcome. No registration.
YOGA FOR KIDS
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 & 16, 10:30-11:00 A.M.
LOCATION: KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY
Join us for yoga stories, poses, breathing,
and mindfulness. Drop in for one or both
classes. All ages, no registration required.
THE NIGHT TREE
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 21 6:00-6:45 P.M.
LOCATION: KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY
This family event is inspired by Eve Bun-
ting’s book, The Night Tree. We’ll string pop-
corn and dried fruit then decorate a tree on
the library lawn for our animal friends. All
ages. No registration required.
See the back page for additional Preschool Programs,
Tween & Teen Programs!
INTERNATIONAL NINJA DAY
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 4:00-7:00 P.M.
LOCATION: ROBERT BEVERLY HALE LIBRARY
Kids of all ages are invited to drop in
and celebrate International Ninja Day!
We’ll have challenges to try and
related crafts to create.
No registration needed.
LEGO BLOCK PARTY
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16, 9:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M.
LOCATION: PEACE DALE LIBRARY
Drop in for open Lego building and
then display your creation in the chil-
dren’s room! We provide the Legos, just
bring your imagination. All ages, no registration required.
SOLSTICE STORIES & CRAFTS
MONDAY, DECEMBER 18, 4:00-5:00 P.M.
LOCATION: PEACE DALE LIBRARY
Welcome the Winter season with some
seasonal stories & crafts! Open to all ages,
no registration.
For more information on Teen Services and programs, con-
tact: Brandi Fong, Youth and Teen Services Librarian
Email: [email protected]
Mon.-Tues., 783-5386, Wed.-Fri., 789-1555
TWEEN & TEEN PROGRAMS
TEEN MOVIE SHOWING: THE FORCE AWAKENS
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2:00-4:15 P.M.
LOCATION: PEACE DALE LIBRARY
Teens in grades 6-12 are
invited to join us for an
afternoon showing of Star
Wars: The Force Awakens.
We’ll have popcorn and
Star Wars giveaways! No registration required, contact
[email protected] for more info.
EDIBLE GIFTS: CHOCOLATE
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14, 4:00-5:15 P.M.
LOCATION: PEACE DALE LIBRARY
Teens in grades 6-12 are
invited to create edible
chocolate gifts—perfect for
giving or just for yourself!
Registration required, contact
PEACE DALE LIBRARY
SEPTEMBER 19—DECEMBER 14
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes, movement, puppets,
art, and other fun activities! No registration necessary.
Terrific 2’s & 3’s: Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Wigglers (birth-2 years):
Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Preschool (3 years-6 years): Thursdays,
10:30 a.m. KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY
ONGOING SESSION: TUESDAYS, 10:30-11:00 A.M.
Nursery Rhyme Time
No program will be held December
26th. Nursery rhymes, fingerplays,
stories, songs, and movement activi-
ties followed by free play fun.
Geared for ages birth to 2 years, but all are welcome.
ROBERT BEVERLY HALE LIBRARY
MONDAYS, OCTOBER 16 – DECEMBER 11, 10:30 A.M.
Storytime & Art
Have fun with stories and songs
followed by creative art time.
Some projects may be messy. Geared
for ages 3-5 years, but all are
welcome.
SILENT READING PARTY
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1, 3:30-4:30 P.M.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 3:30-4:30 P.M.
LOCATION: PEACE DALE LIBRARY
Love to read, but have
trouble finding time?
Love to spend time with
others who love books?
Join our monthly Silent
Reading Party for grades 7-12. Bring whatever book you
are reading or pick one from our display to try out.
We’ll start by chatting about what we are reading,
then...READ! Snacks will be served and every participant
will get a free book to take home. Registration preferred,
drop-ins welcome. Contact [email protected] or
789-1555 ext. 105.
Celebrate the beginning of the Winter
Solstice with seasonal stories, songs, and
crafts! All ages, no registration.
WINTER SOLSTICE STORYTIME
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20, 10:30 A.M.
LOCATION: PEACE DALE LIBRARY
