Thursday afternoons from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Seminar Room
Anyone from teen to senior citizen is invited to come play chess on Thursday afternoons at the library. Beginners will receive instruction from seasoned players. Advanced players can challenge each other or teach newcomers.
Wednesday, August 13th at 10:30 a.m.Location: Seminar Room
Join us for an information session on how to become a court-appointed volunteer advocate for children.
Volunteers advocate for children who have been abused or neglected, working approximately 8 - 10 hours a month on cases that last 12 to 18 months. Schedules vary, and even individuals who work full-time can participate. Volunteers must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver’s license and the use of a vehicle.
Kristina DeAngelis is the volunteer recruiter for Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for children. She can answer your questions at (401) 458-3330.
Reservations are requested but not required: (401) 333-2552, x2
August 5th 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ages 11-15
Location: Seminar Room
In this Red Cross course, students will learn:
* essential care-giving and decision-making skills
* safety skills to prevent and respond to emergencies
* tips on finding and interviewing for babysitting jobs
Fee: $50 (includes handbook and first aid kit)
Because space is limited and payment is due at time of registration, please register IN PERSON at the Reference Desk. Call 401-333-2552 x2 for more information.
August 5th 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Ages 12 - 18
Location: Community Room
Come test your skills playing Guitar Hero III, Dance Dance Revolution, SingStar, and other games on our big screens. Call 401-333-2552 x2 for more info.
Wednesday, August 13th at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Children’s Room
Here’s a chance to meet some bugs up close and personal along with some of the animals who are their predators. This 45 minute program is part of the 2008 Summer Reading Program “Catch the Reading Bug!” sponsored by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services, the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the McDonald’s Restaurants of Rhode Island, Friends of the Cumberland Public Library, and Library Board of Trustees.
This exciting program is for children ages 4-12. Tickets will be available in the Children’s Room starting Monday, August 4, 2008 and a nominal fee of $0.50 will be charged for individual admission
Wednesday, August 6th and 13th
Location: Meeting Room 3
In this workshop you will create either a realistic or stylized flower painting from a floral still-life set-up.
Germaine will demonstrate all aspects of painting to achieve any effect desired. She encourages individual style as she believes that technique is taught yet style is a personal development.
All artistic levels are welcome to join. If you have never picked up a paintbrush before, you will be amazed at the results!
Fee: $30, payable upon registration.
Limit: 15. Call the library at 401-333-2552 x2 or drop to register.
Thursday, August 7th from 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.Location: Children’s Room
The Children’s Room of the Cumberland Public Library will be hosting an exciting Family Bingo event for children and their families. This program is part of the summer reading program, Catch the Reading Bug! A limited number of free tickets will be available in the Children’s Room starting Thursday, July 31, 2008. For more information, please call the Children’s Room at 333-2552, ext. 3.
Thursday, August 7th from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.Location: Seminar Room
Ages 12-18
Create some bead creatures for yourself or as gifts. You can use them on your keychain, decorate your backpack, etc… Register by calling 401-333-2552 x2
First and third Thursdays in August and September from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Location: Community Room
You’re invited to join our drop-in knitting and crocheting get-togethers at the Cumberland Public Library.
Feel free to come when you can and leave as needed.
Beginners to experienced - all are welcome. Esther Paris, a Cumberland resident who is an avid knitter and crotchetier, will facilitate the meetings. She’s willing to teach skills and assist with projects.
Questions? Call the Reference Desk: (401) 333-2552, x2.
Registration is requested but not required: (401) 333-2552, x 2 or register online.
Wednesday, August 6th at 3:00 p.m.
For Ages 12-18
Read a good book lately? Looking for something good to read? Then join us for the Teen Café.
Come share one of your favorite books, poems, and/or graphic novels while having some snacks and meeting new friends. For more info call 401-333-2552 x2
Location: Young Adult Study Room