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3 events,Join us on Zoom and share your memoir writing with other writers in a workshop environment - come to receive and give feedback - all are welcome! Please contact the library for the Zoom link and password information. Thank you! 401 466 3233
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Hola! Join us at the Island Free Library and brush up on your Spanish this season! This is an amazing opportunity to work on your communication, conversational skills and basic grammar. We will help you improve your Spanish! This event is FREE! Vamos!!
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Join us at the Island Free Library for an enchanting afternoon of storytelling with Jen Lighty. Jen Lighty is a traditional storyteller, poet, and myth mentor who connects listeners to the lost ancestral initiatory traditions of Old Europe. Her goal is to reawaken an awareness of the mythic dimension in daily life by sharing these … Continued |
2 events,Open for your basic technology questions, where we’ll do our best to assist you in a relaxed, low-stress environment. Learn how to get library materials, such as e-books and e-audiobooks onto your tablet or phone. Learn about email and social media and how to connect devices to a network, Bluetooth or the cloud. You can also learn about Library e-Resources like … Continued
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1 event,Hola!! This is introduction to Spanish. Come learn the alphabet, numbers, basic colors and everyday phrases. We will help you improve your Spanish! It is a free event, all are welcome! Vamos! |
2 events,Join us for a lively game of Mah Jongg! Limited 2026 Mah Jongg cards available, please bring your own card. All ages and levels welcome. Come to learn! Bring your projects (knitting, crochet, weaving, embroidering, etc.) and join us for crafting and conversation! 18+. All skill levels welcome! Experienced knitters available to answer any woolly questions! |
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3 events,An URI Cooperative Extension Master Gardener will be available for your gardening questions. You are welcome to bring multiple samples. Bring your sample(s) to the Library and get the results while you wait! How to take a soil sample: Dig out a spadeful of soil near root level (about 3-4 inches down in the soil) … Continued Hola! Join us at the Island Free Library and brush up on your Spanish this season! This is an amazing opportunity to work on your communication, conversational skills and basic grammar. We will help you improve your Spanish! This event is FREE! Vamos!!
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Join us at the Island Free Library for an engaging talk on the "Doctrine of Discovery," a historical policy that allowed Christian governments to seize indigenous lands, deeply impacting Indigenous Peoples across North America. We'll delve into its specific effects on Block Island and discuss the lasting impact on our local indigenous communities. This conversation … Continued |
2 events,Open for your basic technology questions, where we’ll do our best to assist you in a relaxed, low-stress environment. Learn how to get library materials, such as e-books and e-audiobooks onto your tablet or phone. Learn about email and social media and how to connect devices to a network, Bluetooth or the cloud. You can also learn about Library e-Resources like … Continued
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Come join us at the Island Free Library and watch the magic happen as thread, needle and fabric come together in a one-of-a-kind creative dance, right before your eyes. This special event will feature a limited-edition Library logo design, with the option to be gifted a Library hat or bring your own item to be … Continued
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Join us for Traditional American and Celtic Folk Music and Dance. Sponsored by The Friends of the Island Free Library. All are welcome! For more info, visit: Atwater-Donnelly | Aubrey Atwater | Elwood Donnelly |
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Join us at the Island Free Library to try out the historic tradition of weaving. Learn from a master basket weaver, Elwood Donnelly with over 25 years of experience in the craft. During this class, participants will learn the fundamentals and history of weaving, as well as create something unique with their own hands. By … Continued Hola!! This is introduction to Spanish. Come learn the alphabet, numbers, basic colors and everyday phrases. We will help you improve your Spanish! It is a free event, all are welcome! Vamos!
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Join us at the Island Free Library for Unicorn Book Bingo! This is a family friendly event. Children are welcome accompanied by their adults. All are welcome! |
3 events,Join us for a lively game of Mah Jongg! Limited 2026 Mah Jongg cards available, please bring your own card. All ages and levels welcome. Come to learn! Bring your projects (knitting, crochet, weaving, embroidering, etc.) and join us for crafting and conversation! 18+. All skill levels welcome! Experienced knitters available to answer any woolly questions!
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~Places that shape us~ Join us for a reading of 'HEARD,' a memoir by Anneke Kurt, a corporate manager of Kengo Sushi & Yakitori, Kato Ramen, and Papa Kato’s Karaage in Toledo’s Warehouse District. The title is a cheeky nod to the lively phrase often echoed in restaurant kitchens: “Heard!” Anneka's story is one of … Continued |
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Join us at the Island Free Library for an introduction to the history and spiritual traditions of ceremonial cacao hosted by local Rudy Pila, a ceremonial facilitator and devoted student of the Spirit of Cacao. This heart-opening gathering includes guided meditation, drinking cacao and gentle community connection practices designed to help you slow down and feel … Continued Join us on Zoom and share your memoir writing with other writers in a workshop environment - come to receive and give feedback - all are welcome! Please contact the library for the Zoom link and password information. Thank you! 401 466 3233
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Hola! Join us at the Island Free Library and brush up on your Spanish this season! This is an amazing opportunity to work on your communication, conversational skills and basic grammar. We will help you improve your Spanish! This event is FREE! Vamos!!
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Join us at the Island Free Library for a special book reading with Judy Tierney, a former Block Island resident whose love for the island has never faded. Although she no longer lives here, Judy remains connected to Block Island through the stories she continues to write set on the island. She will be reading … Continued |
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The Man Behind Dracula: Writing History into Fiction (Thomas Smith) Thomas Smith, author of a forthcoming seven-book series based on the life of Vlad Dracula, will examine the history behind the legend. He will discuss the facts of Vlad's life, the cultural forces of his time that still resonate today. Thomas will also talk about … Continued Open for your basic technology questions, where we’ll do our best to assist you in a relaxed, low-stress environment. Learn how to get library materials, such as e-books and e-audiobooks onto your tablet or phone. Learn about email and social media and how to connect devices to a network, Bluetooth or the cloud. You can also learn about Library e-Resources like … Continued
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3 events,Join us for a lively game of Mah Jongg! Limited 2026 Mah Jongg cards available, please bring your own card. All ages and levels welcome. Come to learn! Bring your projects (knitting, crochet, weaving, embroidering, etc.) and join us for crafting and conversation! 18+. All skill levels welcome! Experienced knitters available to answer any woolly questions!
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Join us at the Island Free Library for an enchanted afternoon where actress Michele LaRue will present The Revolt of "Mother", an American classic with a twist, by Mary E. Wilkins. Long ago, Adoniram Penn promised his wife he would build a proper house on their New England farm. He even showed her the … Continued |
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2 events,An URI Cooperative Extension Master Gardener will be available for your gardening questions. You are welcome to bring multiple samples. Bring your sample(s) to the Library and get the results while you wait! How to take a soil sample: Dig out a spadeful of soil near root level (about 3-4 inches down in the soil) … Continued Hola! Join us at the Island Free Library and brush up on your Spanish this season! This is an amazing opportunity to work on your communication, conversational skills and basic grammar. We will help you improve your Spanish! This event is FREE! Vamos!! |
2 events,Open for your basic technology questions, where we’ll do our best to assist you in a relaxed, low-stress environment. Learn how to get library materials, such as e-books and e-audiobooks onto your tablet or phone. Learn about email and social media and how to connect devices to a network, Bluetooth or the cloud. You can also learn about Library e-Resources like … Continued
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1 event,Join us on Thursday morning for some easy body movements downstairs in room A at 10 am with Tom Hobin. Tai chi is a gentle, flowing practice that combines movement, balance, and relaxation. It’s often described as meditation in motion, making it a great way to build strength, ease stress, and feel more centered. Free … Continued |
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Dolly Parton has captivated audiences with her unmistakable voice and remarkable songwriting, while also making a lasting impact through her philanthropy and advocacy. From promoting literacy through the Imagination Library to supporting disaster relief efforts, Dolly has shown a deep commitment to compassion and kindness, and she deserves our heartfelt recognition. Here on Block Island, … Continued |
3 events,Join us for a lively game of Mah Jongg! Limited 2026 Mah Jongg cards available, please bring your own card. All ages and levels welcome. Come to learn! Bring your projects (knitting, crochet, weaving, embroidering, etc.) and join us for crafting and conversation! 18+. All skill levels welcome! Experienced knitters available to answer any woolly questions!
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About the book: AT THE PLACE BETWEEN, by Steve Shuman is a story that captures the essence of what it means to be human, a story that reminds us that life is not just a destination but rather the experiences within that life that shape who we are. With breathtaking storytelling and vivid descriptions, Shuman … Continued |
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1 event,Hola! Join us at the Island Free Library and brush up on your Spanish this season! This is an amazing opportunity to work on your communication, conversational skills and basic grammar. We will help you improve your Spanish! This event is FREE! Vamos!! |
1 event,Open for your basic technology questions, where we’ll do our best to assist you in a relaxed, low-stress environment. Learn how to get library materials, such as e-books and e-audiobooks onto your tablet or phone. Learn about email and social media and how to connect devices to a network, Bluetooth or the cloud. You can also learn about Library e-Resources like … Continued
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1 event,Join us on Thursday morning for some easy body movements downstairs in room A at 10 am with Tom Hobin. Tai chi is a gentle, flowing practice that combines movement, balance, and relaxation. It’s often described as meditation in motion, making it a great way to build strength, ease stress, and feel more centered. Free … Continued |
1 event,Hola!! This is introduction to Spanish. Come learn the alphabet, numbers, basic colors and everyday phrases. We will help you improve your Spanish! It is a free event, all are welcome! Vamos! |
2 events,Join us for a lively game of Mah Jongg! Limited 2026 Mah Jongg cards available, please bring your own card. All ages and levels welcome. Come to learn! Bring your projects (knitting, crochet, weaving, embroidering, etc.) and join us for crafting and conversation! 18+. All skill levels welcome! Experienced knitters available to answer any woolly questions! |