Name: Chess with Graham
Start: 2026-08-12T10:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-08-12T12:00:00-04:00
Location: Island Free Library

August 2026
Shell Decoupage (Thursday Dodge Night Market)

August 6 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Island Free Library 9 Dodge Street, Box 1830, New Shoreham, RI, United States

Bring a favorite shell or favorite napkin and turn ordinary shells into trinkets or meaningful Block Island keepsakes. All ages welcome and all materials provided.
Chess with Graham

August 7 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Chess with Graham

Island Free Library 9 Dodge Street, Box 1830, New Shoreham, RI, United States

Join us this August at the Island Free Library for an exciting chess program with Graham Watkins, a long-time summer resident and chess genius. Graham will graciously offer free chess lessons and play sessions for enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, you'll have the opportunity to … Continued
Spanish for Beginners!

August 7 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Spanish for Beginners!

Island Free Library 9 Dodge Street, Box 1830, New Shoreham, RI, United States

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 … Continued
Come play Mah Jongg!

August 8 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Film &Soup

Join us for a lively game of Mah Jongg! Limited 2025 Mah Jongg cards available, please bring your own card. All ages and levels welcome. Come to learn!
Chess with Graham

August 8 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Chess with Graham

Island Free Library 9 Dodge Street, Box 1830, New Shoreham, RI, United States

Join us this August at the Island Free Library for an exciting chess program with Graham Watkins, a long-time summer resident and chess genius. Graham will graciously offer free chess lessons and play sessions for enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, you'll have the opportunity to … Continued
“Office Hours” A Community Writing Workshop

August 8 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm “Office Hours” with Paul Cunningham

Island Free Library 9 Dodge Street, Box 1830, New Shoreham, RI, United States

Join us for "Office Hours" every Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.! ✨ Bring a few pages of your work to share in a friendly and supportive environment. Whether … Continued
Stitch Together

August 8 @ 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Stitch Together

Island Free Library 9 Dodge Street, Box 1830, New Shoreham, RI, United States

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!
Conversational Spanish!

August 11 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Learn Spanish!

Island Free Library 9 Dodge Street, Box 1830, New Shoreham, RI, United States

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 … Continued
Chess with Graham

August 11 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Chess with Graham

Island Free Library 9 Dodge Street, Box 1830, New Shoreham, RI, United States

Join us this August at the Island Free Library for an exciting chess program with Graham Watkins, a long-time summer resident and chess genius. Graham has graciously agreed to offer free chess lessons and play sessions for enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, you'll have the … Continued
Chess with Graham

August 12 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Chess with Graham

Island Free Library 9 Dodge Street, Box 1830, New Shoreham, RI, United States

Join us this August at the Island Free Library for an exciting chess program with Graham Watkins, a long-time summer resident and chess genius. Graham will graciously offer free chess lessons and play sessions for enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, you'll have the opportunity to … Continued

August 2026