APRIL 2024 NEWS & PROGRAMS

MAURY LOONTJENS MEMORIAL LIBRARY

Library Hours

Monday- Thursday 9:30am-8:00pm

Friday 9:30am-6:00pm

Saturday 9:30am-5:00pm

Sunday 12:00pm-4:00pm

Last Sunday Open- April 28th

Mah Jongg

Tuesday, April 2nd- 2:00pm

Join us to play Mah Jongg on the 1st Tuesday of the month! Please note this group is just for beginners with some experience playing. There is NO instruction. Registration is required and space is limited.

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Scam Prevention

Thursday, April 4th- 2:00pm

Join us for a presentation by detectives from the SKPD to learn about scam prevention. We hope to inform seniors how to quickly tell something may be a scam and explain best practices once someone learns they may be a victim of a scam.

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Genealogy Club

Monday, April 8th- 6:00pm

The Genealogy group meets at the library once a month and new members are always welcome! The group is made up of family historians interested in sharing resources and tips to accurately find their ancestors while helping others with their search.

Learn New Car Technology w/ AARP

Tuesday, April 9th 10:30am

Join us for a presentation led by an AARP representative to learn how to use new technology in your car for safe driving.

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Yoga Class

Wednesday, April 10th- 5:30pm

Join us for an all levels yoga class led by local instructor Gina Raheb, owner of Natural Fitness in Narragansett. Children are invited if accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and space is limited.

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Monthly Meditation

Thursday, April 11th- 6:30pm

These classes will teach Inner Light Meditation. This is a seated class and there are no restrictions on age or ability. Registration is required.

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Knitting Circle

Fridays, April 12th & 26th- 1:00pm

Bring your own knit or crochet project and socialize with others! There is no instruction and supplies will not be provided. The group meets monthly on the 2nd & 4th Friday.

Larchmont Remembered

Thursday, April 18th- 6:00pm

All aboard! Come relive the most terrifying shipwreck in Rhode Island history. Experience the unspeakable horror and witness the unrivaled heroism with Providence Journal Columnist Daniel Harrington as he brings you eyewitness accounts and never-before-seen photographs of this famous shipwreck. Sponsored by the Friends of the Narragansett Library.

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Card Crafting

Monday, April 29th- 6:30pm

Join us to make a special card to show someone you care! All materials will be provided. Registration is required & space is limited.

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Tuesday Movie: The Marsh King's Daughter

Tuesday, April 30th- 4:00pm

In this tense thriller, a woman with a secret past returns to the wilds of her youth to face the most dangerous man she’s ever met: her father. (Rated R, 1hr 50 mins)

Adult Book Clubs

Morning Book Talk

Mondays, April 8th & 22nd- 10:30am

Join us for coffee and chat about what you're reading! A great way to get new book suggestions from others.

Afternoon: Wednesday,

April 10th 1:00pm

This month we'll be reading & discussing The Lioness of Boston by Emily Franklin. Copies are available at the Circulation Desk.

Evening: Wednesday,

April 24th 6:30pm

This month we'll be reading & discussing Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson. Copies are available at the Circulation Desk.

Author Talks

Maggie Jackson will discuss her book, Uncertain: The Wisdom & Wonder of Being Unsure. Sponsored by Wakefield Books.

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Celebrate National Poetry Month with local author Judith Hoyer who will discuss her poetry book, Imagine That.

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Author Vanessa Lillie will discuss her latest book, Young Rich Widows co-written with three authors.

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Welcome spring with our Adult Spring Reading Challenge! The challenge runs from April 1st- May 31st. Participants can read to win book prizes or a Wakefield Books Gift Card!

Pre-register by clicking the link below. Happy Reading!

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Youth Services Programs

What is a Solar Eclipse?

Saturday, April 6th- 10:00am

Kids in grades K-5 are invited to learn about our upcoming solar eclipse! We will give out special glasses to watch the eclipse, learn about space, and do a craft! This event is provided free by volunteers from Solar System Ambassadors!

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After School Games Week!

April 22nd- 26th- 2:30pm-4:30pm

Every day after school we will have board games, Legos, puzzles and Magna Tiles available in the Craft Room and the MakerSpace! All ages are welcome, this is a self-directed activity you can do with friends or family, or just by yourself! No need to sign up, just come in and play.

News from The Friends of the

Narragansett Library

Monthly Meeting- Monday, April 1st at 1:30pm.

We are still accepting food pantry donations until Saturday, March 30th! Items can be dropped off during library hours. Thank you to everyone who has donated food/personal hygiene products for our community!