Sunday, August 23, 2026

EPL – BACK TO SCHOOL

SEPTEMBER KIDS ACTIVITIES AT EAST PROVIDENCE LIBRARIES

Grab and Go Activity Kits

All of September while supplies last at Riverside Branch Library

Families with children ages 3-6

Stop in the children’s room and grab an activity to work on while you’re at the library, or take one home to try! A variety of kits will be available while supplies last.

Drop-In Tech Time

Tuesday, Sept 1, 3:45pm at Fuller Creative Learning Center

Ages 7+

Drop in to use any of our amazing technology resources like a 3D printer, 3D pens, virtual reality headsets, and more!

LEGO Challenge Workshop

Wednesday, Sept 2, 3:45pm at Fuller Creative Learning Center

Ages 7+

Register to work together to build special LEGO challenges.

Stop Motion Animation

Tuesdays, Sept 15, 22, and 29, 3:45pm at Fuller Creative Learning Center

Ages 7+

Register for this series to learn how stop motion works and to use Google Pixel tablets to create your own movies.

Behind the Curtain Presents: Acting 101

Monday, Sept 21, 3:45pm at Weaver Library

Ages 7-13

In these monthly workshops, we’ll learn about one specific discipline of theatre. This month: Work together on short scenes and practice basic acting skills.

Virtual Reality Experience

Wednesday, Sept 23, 3:45pm at Fuller Creative Learning Center

Ages 7+

Register to explore tutorials that show you how to navigate a virtual world and play multiple games.

Crafternoon

Monday, Sept 28, 3:45pm at Weaver Library

Ages 5+

Use a variety of materials to create whatever you can imagine! Materials include construction paper, cardboard tubes, fabric, tissue paper, felt, and more. Follow the theme, or free-style it – it’s up to you!

TCG & Sports Card Swap

Wednesday, Sept 30, 3:45pm at Fuller Creative Learning Center

Ages 7+

Calling all card collectors! Kids can bring their Pokemon, sports, Magic, etc. cards to trade and swap with others.

BABY/TODDLER/PRESCHOOL FUN:

Preschool Development Activities

Mondays starting Sept 14, 10:30am at Fuller Creative Learning Center

Ages 3-5

Drop by on Monday mornings for themed learning activities. Children can explore a variety of centers such as sensory exploration, numbers, letters, fine motor, pretend play and more. No registration required.

Baby/Toddler Playgroup

Fridays starting Sept 18, 10-11am at Riverside Branch Library

Ages 0-3, siblings welcome

Meet us in the program room for screen-free play with toys including musical instruments. Connect with other families while your child develops imagination and social/emotional skills.

Baby Storytime

Mondays starting Sept 21, 9:30am at Weaver Library

Newborn to walking, older siblings welcome

Join us for songs, books, and bounces aimed at our littlest friends! Enjoy bonding time with your small ones and time to chat with other new and experienced parents.

Toddler/Preschool Storytime

Wednesdays starting Sept 23, 10am at Weaver Library

Ages 1-5, siblings welcome

Join us for stories, songs, and dancing, then time to play and socialize!

Baby/Toddler Storytime

Thursdays starting Sept 24, 10:30am at Riverside Branch Library

Ages 0-3, siblings welcome

Songs, stories, and playtime!

Pajama Storytime

Thursday, Sept 24, 6:30pm at Weaver Library

Families with children ages 2-6

Wear pajamas, bring stuffed animals, and help yourself to tea or hot cocoa while enjoying this special bedtime-themed storytime.

September StoryWalk

All day, every day, all ages – on the lawn at Weaver Library

Our September picture book is After the Fall: How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again by Dan Santat. StoryWalk® is a self-guided reading adventure that is available everyday for all ages. Pages of a picture book are displayed in frames on a trail around the perimeter of the lawn at Weaver Library. The goal of the StoryWalk® is to increase children’s interest in books and reading while encouraging healthy outdoor activity for all ages, and reconnecting children and adults to nature.

For more information, please go to our Calendar of Events at https://www.eastprovidencelibrary.org/

Kelly Parlin, MLIS

Pronouns: she/her

Youth Services Coordinator

East Providence Public Library

401-434-2453

www.eastprovidencelibrary.org

Visit us at: https://eastprovidenceri.gov/

https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/MdzolXY/Eastprovidence

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