NOVEMBER KIDS’ ACTIVITIES AT EAST PROVIDENCE LIBRARIES
Crafternoon
Monday, November 2, 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 a theme, or free-style it – it’s up to you!
Neurographic Art
Wednesday, November 4, 3:45pm at Fuller Creative Learning Center
Ages 7+
Join us on National Stress Awareness day to practice neurographic art, a style created by psychologist Pavel Piskarev. This art technique consists of a drawing method that uses flowing, freeform lines and geometric shapes to help people process emotions and reduce stress. Registration required.
Let’s Build with Legos
Thursdays except November 26, 4pm at Riverside Branch Library
Ages 7-12
Drop in and create something incredible using a variety of Lego bricks and accessories.
Taiko Drum Performance
Friday, November 6, 10am at Riverside Branch Library
Families of all ages
As part of their Northeastern U.S. tour, come see a Taiko drum performance by Peaceful Forest, a family ensemble featuring award-winning artist Takumi Kato and his three young sons, ages 14, 13, and 9.
Pop-Up Book Petting Zoo
Monday, November 9, 3:45pm at Weaver Library
Ages 5+
Come look at and read our special, non-circulating collection of 3D pop-up books, including ones about dinosaurs, animals, mummies, and more!
Drop-In Tech Time
Tuesday, November 10, 4pm 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!
Inclusive Play Time
Saturday, November 14, 10am at Weaver Library
A special playtime with sensory toys aimed at those with autism or other sensory processing differences.
Behind the Curtain: Costume Design
Monday, November 16, 3:45pm at Weaver Library
Ages 7-13
In this monthly series on all things theatre, this time we focus on costumes. Explore how costumes enhance a production through games, and then design your own!
Corn Casserole Cooking Class
Tuesday, November 17, 4pm at Fuller Creative Learning Center
Ages 7+
Children may register for this hands-on seasonal cooking class. Kids will learn how to make a delicious corn casserole and of course get to sample it at the end!
DIY Fluffy Pumpkin Dip
Wednesday, November 18, 3:45pm at Fuller Creative Learning Center
Ages 7+
Kids will learn how to make a delicious and fluffy pumpkin dip from scratch! Samples will be given out at the end of the class to those in attendance. Registration is required.
Providence Children’s Film Festival: Jury Night
Thursday, November 19, 6pm at Fuller Creative Learning Center
All ages
The Providence Children’s Film Festival returns to Fuller for a community jury night! This event is a great way to meet other jurors of all ages, and watch and discuss film submissions together while eating pizza. Enjoy a fun and enlightening evening where kids always share their feedback first, making it empowering and memorable!
DIY Ginger Cookies
Tuesday, November 24, 4pm at Fuller Creative Learning Center
Ages 7+
Register to learn how to make your own ginger cookies.
Fuse Beads
Wednesday, November 25, 3:45pm at Fuller Creative Learning Center
Ages 6+
Children may register to learn how to use fuse beads! Kids will use stencils to create various designs with multicolor beads and then iron them so they join together. Help will be available for ironing.
TCG & Sports Card Swap
Wednesday, November 25, 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.
Robot Party
Monday, November 30, 3:45pm at Weaver Library
Ages 7+
Come play with our Dash or Botley robots and see if you can steer them through coding challenges.
Family & Friends Photo Day
Wednesday, December 2, 5-8pm at Weaver Library
Saturday, December 5, 9am-5pm at Weaver Library
No registration required. Choose from different holiday/winter backdrops. Bring props or use ours! Digital images will be emailed. Pets welcome 1-5pm on Saturday, December 5 but must be on leash or in a carrier.
BABY/TODDLER/PRESCHOOL FUN:
Baby Storytime
Mondays through November 16, 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.
Preschool Development Activities
Mondays except November 2, 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.
Toddler/Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, November 4 and 18, 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 through November 19, 10:30am at Riverside Branch Library
Ages 0-3, siblings welcome
Songs, stories, and playtime!
Pajama Storytime
Thursdays, November 5 and 12, 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.
Baby/Toddler Playgroup
Fridays November 13 and 20, 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.
November StoryWalkⓇ
All day, every day, all ages – on the lawn at Weaver Library
Our November picture book is When Little Owl Met Little Rabbit by Przemyslaw Wechterowicz. 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