Cumberland Public Library

Get ready for stories, music and rhyme time fun at Family Storytime. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the best books, felt board stories, music and more. This storytime is for children of all ages...

Every month we try to put on a movie in the Teen Center for your enjoyment. For this month's movie catch “M3GAN 2.0". Two years after M3GAN, a marvel of artificial intelligence, went rogue and embarke...

Join us for a weekend session of Family Storytime in the Children's Program Room. Open to kids of all ages and their adult caregiver. We'll share some read-alouds, sing songs, and play! No registratio...

Brad is a wildlife ecologist, author, and founder of the Northeast Wildlife Team, an organization dedicated to helping people better understand—and connect with and help—the natural world around them....

Back by popular demand-- Join Jillian for her Saturdays in the Teen Center! We will be playing a different Mario Party Jamboree stage on 4/11 and 4/25! April 11- Western Land April 25- King Bowsers Ke...

New Chapters is a monthly book club for lower elementary children who are branching into easy chapter books. Parents may also read the book aloud to their kids, but children will attend book club on t...

Have you ever met a therapy dog? Molly just got certified and she's excited to get to know the kids of Cumberland. This is a very informal event: if you are in the Children's Room between 10 AM and 10...

Pokemon Club JR is our fan club for little Pokemon players, ages 5-7. Join us once a month for games, crafts, and other activities celebrating your favorite types of Pokemon! IF YOU ARE UNSURE IF YOU ...

Join us for our monthly Game Club -- Try out a new game with us every month. For April we are playing Jackbox’s Fibbage! This game requires each player to use their phone so please bring your phone an...

Discuss great titles and make new friends! This month, group leader Corin Caliendo will lead a discussion of this year's Reading Across Rhode Island (RARI) selection, Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valde...

Life can be productive and happy without living in a cycle of stress, burnout, and recovery. Local neurodiversity coach Renee Keane is leading a new group focused on the different aspects of neurodive...

Babies & Books Storytime is for children birth – 23 months. Join us Tuesday mornings at 10:00 a.m. in the community room, no registration is required, but space is limited. Each week we enjoy one trul...

Tales from the Quest-ion board: A D&D Sandbox campaign! Come join us for a one-shot 2 hour Dungeons and Dragons game. This game will be sand box style so you and your group will choose your own advent...

This month we are using wine corks to create beautiful Spring flowers! Ages 18+. Space is limited. Registration required. PLEASE NOTE: You may register for crafternoon or crafterevening, but not both ...

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS ONLINE EVENT. Join us in conversation with acclaimed author Brad Taylor on his latest work, Shadow Strike, book 20 (yes, you read that right!) of the bestselling Pike L...

Heritage Ballet of Smithfield presents its Creative Dance Community Series. In this free program, children will have the opportunity to experience classical ballet training with a talented ballet inst...

The Northern Rhode Island Art Group meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month to discuss their current artworks and a different theme each month. This group is free and open to the public. April's them...

Heritage Ballet of Smithfield presents its Creative Dance Community Series. In this free program, children will have the opportunity to experience classical ballet training with a talented ballet inst...

Current volunteers and those interested in joining our volunteer program, join us for our Library Volunteer Club. We will meet monthly to reset the Teen Center, prep any programs, and use the dreaded ...

Teens will learn how to make tender, golden scones with a bright cranberry-orange flavor. A perfect addition to brunch or an afternoon treat to share with family and friends. This is a free virtual cl...

Comic Book Club is a book club for kids where we exclusively read graphic novels. Kids must read the book before the meeting date so they can participate in our discussion and related activity. Visit ...

Learn to make tender chicken cutlets with a bright, aromatic rosemary lemon sauce in this fresh take on an Italian favorite. This is a free virtual class available to Cumberland Library cardholders on...

Get ready for stories, music and rhyme time fun at Family Storytime. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the best books, felt board stories, music and more. This storytime is for children of all ages...

Is your child looking for opportunities to practice reading? Then try Paws to Read. This program is perfect for readers looking to practice reading skills. This unique program gives children an opport...

This month we are using wine corks to create beautiful Spring flowers! Ages 18+. Space is limited. Registration required. PLEASE NOTE: You may register for crafternoon or crafterevening, but not both ...

Kids ages 8-12 are invited to this five-day workshop where they will learn how to create a comic book. Cathy G. Johnson, author and artist of the tween graphic novel The Breakaways, will lead particip...

Join our therapy dog Lucy Lu! Whether you have had a rough day or just cannot resist the lure of a happy and friendly dog, Lucy will be sure to put a smile on your face! Spend as much or little time w...

Use some old books and a permanent marker to jumpstart your poetry bug! We will go over a couple of techniques for blackout poetry together and then everyone will give it their best shot!

Join us for a spine-tingling journey into the mind of the master of horror, Stephen King! Our Stephen King Book and Movie Club is the perfect place for fans to come together and explore his chilling n...

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS ONLINE EVENT. Award-winning and bestselling author Miranda Cowley Heller takes us on an intimate journey through the life stages of a woman in her new poetry collection...

Ever wonder how a computer actually works or what a motherboard is? Well now is your chance! Join us in the Cumberland Teen Center and take apart old electronics! Registration is encouraged but not re...

Master soft-boiled eggs with a rich, jammy center and savory ginger-soy flavor. Quick, delicious, and great for beginners or seasoned home cooks. This is a free virtual class available to Cumberland L...

Discover the power of mindfulness and calm. Melissa introduces easy meditation practices to reduce stress, improve focus, and create balance in everyday life. This is a free virtual class available to...

Get ready for stories, music and rhyme time fun at Family Storytime. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the best books, felt board stories, music and more. This storytime is for children of all ages...

The commercialization of art is real. Have you ever made something really cool and the first response you get is “You should sell that!”? This afternoon, join us in subverting expectations and making ...

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS ONLINE EVENT. Thalia Ho, creator of the award-winning blog Butter and Brioche and author of Wild Sweetness, explores the five tastes of dessert and beyond in her new bo...

Is your child a big fan of Elephant and Piggie books? Then join us for our Elephant and Piggie event in the community room. After a short storytime, walk through the stations of games, crafts and acti...

Play Pokemon Club runs the fourth Saturday of the month from 10 AM – 11 AM in the library's Seminar Room (1st floor hallway) Open to kids in grades 2-5, with a caregiver. “Play Pokemon Club” is a new ...

Join the Cumberland Public Library for a special presentation on the history of King Philip's War with Marilyn Harris, a researcher and docent at Smith's Castle in North Kingstown.

Join the Cumberland Public Library for a special presentation on the history of King Philip's War with Marilyn Harris, a researcher and docent at Smith's Castle in North Kingstown.

Back by popular demand-- Join Jillian for her Saturdays in the Teen Center! We will be playing a different Mario Party Jamboree stage on 4/11 and 4/25! April 11- Western Land April 25- King Bowsers Ke...

The Adult Grab & Go Kit of the month is Book Page Magnets! Main materials provided in this Kit. Ages 18+. Space is limited. Registration required. Registration for this event will open on April 1st, 2...

Have you ever met a therapy dog? Molly just got certified and she's excited to get to know the kids of Cumberland. This is a very informal event: if you are in the Children's Room between 10 AM and 10...

Pokemon Club is our fan club for Pokemon players ages 8-12. Join us once a month for games, crafts, and other activities celebrating your favorite types of Pokemon! Registration for this session will ...

Join us on the fourth Monday of each month for an hour of restorative sound immersion. This special sound experience includes restorative sound bowls, guided body scans, breathing exercises, tuning fo...

Calling all fan fiction writers 18+ who would like to have a place to share their passion and favorite characters. Bring a current work or one you would like help to get published on Archive of Our Ow...

Join us for our Crafty Teens Social Club! Come do some crafts with us, socialize with your friends and other teens! For April we are going to sew patches onto bags!

April's title is "Piranesi" by Susanna Clark. Living in a labyrinthine house of endless corridors, flooded staircases and thousands of statues, Piranesi assists the dreamlike dwelling's only other res...

Join Katie as we unwind, create, and connect at our casual drop-in Community Craft Night! Bring along any art or craft project you’re currently working on, or use our supplies to start something new. ...

Get ready for stories, music and rhyme time fun at Family Storytime. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the best books, felt board stories, music and more. This storytime is for children of all ages...

NOTE - No March meeting due to other library obligations. Rhodey Readers is a monthly book club for upper elementary children. Kids must read the book before the meeting date so they can participate i...

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS ONLINE EVENT. Join us in an online conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popu...

Come paint some Star Wars characters on rocks in celebration of Star Wars Day! We’d love it if you would decorate a few for us to leave for our trail hikes too! For teens grades 6 to 12.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS ONLINE EVENT. How can singing to your food and eating dessert before dinner improve your digestion, skin, and overall wellbeing? Bestselling author and entrepreneur Rad...

Are you interested in learning how to play chess? Perhaps you already play and are looking for other kids to play chess with. Join us for our monthly Chess for Kids program for ages 6-12. Arjun and Sa...

Teens will prepare turkey tacos inspired by Cinco de Mayo, exploring flavors, seasonings, and simple cooking techniques for a festive meal. This is a free virtual class available to Cumberland Library...

Success has many parents; failure is an orphan. And so it has been with ships throughout history. Join us for eight tales from the orphanage featuring crazy ideas, lousy design, poor judgement and bad...

Learn how to break down a whole chicken safely and efficiently — perfect for meal prep or mastering kitchen skills. This is a free virtual class available to Cumberland Library cardholders on the Libr...

Get ready for stories, music and rhyme time fun at Family Storytime. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the best books, felt board stories, music and more. This storytime is for children of all ages...

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS ONLINE EVENT. Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of her New York Times bestse...

New Chapters is a monthly book club for lower elementary children who are branching into easy chapter books. Parents may also read the book aloud to their kids, but children will attend book club on t...

Have you ever met a therapy dog? Molly just got certified and she's excited to get to know the kids of Cumberland. This is a very informal event: if you are in the Children's Room between 10 AM and 10...

Pokemon Club JR is our fan club for little Pokemon players, ages 5-7. Join us once a month for games, crafts, and other activities celebrating your favorite types of Pokemon! Please note: This is the ...

Join us for our monthly Game Club -- Try out a new game with us every month. For May we are trying out Shifty Eyed Spies!

Discuss great titles and make new friends! This month, group leader Corin Caliendo will lead a discussion of Flight of the Sparrow: A Novel of Early America by Amy Belding Brown. Copies will be availa...

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS ONLINE EVENT. Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad scientist” Dr. Vivienne M...

Discuss great titles and make new friends! This month, group leader Megan Nicholls will lead a discussion of This is How It Always Is by Laurie Frankel. Copies will be available at the Circulation Des...

Celebrate Cultural Food Month! Kids will make a Shepard’s salad while learning about Mediterranean flavors and cooking traditions. This is a free virtual class available to Cumberland Library cardhold...

Comic Book Club is a book club for kids where we exclusively read graphic novels. Kids must read the book before the meeting date so they can participate in our discussion and related activity. Visit ...

Explore the fundamentals of the keto lifestyle and discover whether it may be the right fit for your health and wellness goals. This is a free virtual class available to Cumberland Library cardholders...

Every month we try to put on a movie in the Teen Center for your enjoyment. For this month's movie catch “Five Nights at Freddy’s 2”. When Abby sneaks out to reconnect with Freddy, Bonnie, Chica, and ...

Join us for our 2nd installment of the library's Arts and Crafts Fair today from 10 am-1 pm!

Have you ever met a therapy dog? Molly just got certified and she's excited to get to know the kids of Cumberland. This is a very informal event: if you are in the Children's Room between 10 AM and 10...

Pokemon Club is our fan club for Pokemon players ages 8-12. Join us once a month for games, crafts, and other activities celebrating your favorite types of Pokemon! Please note: This is the last sessi...

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS ONLINE EVENT. What if the only thing standing between you and the seemingly impossible…was belief? This is the question posed by bestselling author Nir Eyal in his new ...

Join us to paint little succulent pots – succulents will be provided! Sign up is suggested as spots will be limited. Sign up opens on our website three weeks before the event! For teens grades 6 to 12...

The Northern Rhode Island Art Group meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month to discuss their current artworks and a different theme each month. This group is free and open to the public. May's theme ...

Join us for the beginning of our summer hiking series! We are starting this year early to observe the changing seasons! We will meet in front of the library and take a hike of the monastery grounds an...

Current volunteers and those interested in joining our volunteer program, join us for our Library Volunteer Club. We will meet monthly to reset the Teen Center, prep any programs, and use the dreaded ...

Discover the best type of potatoes for a zesty dill potato salad and learn tips for creating this classic, flavorful dish. This is a free virtual class available to Cumberland Library cardholders on t...

Current volunteers and those interested in joining our volunteer program, join us for our Library Volunteer Club. We will meet monthly to reset the Teen Center, prep any programs, and use the dreaded ...

The Adult Grab & Go Kit of the month is a Book Luminary Jar! Main materials provided in this Kit. Ages 18+. Space is limited. Registration required. Registration for this event will open on May 1st, 2...

Calling all fan fiction writers 18+ who would like to have a place to share their passion and favorite characters. Bring a current work or one you would like help to get published on Archive of Our Ow...

Join us for our Crafty Teens Social Club! Come do some crafts with us, socialize with your friends and other teens! For May we are trying styrofoam block printing! For teens grades 6 to 12.

May's title is "The Fifth Season" by N.K. Jemison. When her husband murders their son and abducts their daughter, Essun pursues him across The Stillness, a vast and dynamic super-continent on the brin...

The original Trading Card Game; cast spells and summon monsters to best your opponents. Come join us for a few games with the teen department We have starter decks available to borrow or feel free to ...

Join Katie as we unwind, create, and connect at our casual drop-in Community Craft Night! Bring along any art or craft project you’re currently working on, or use our supplies to start something new. ...

NOTE - No March meeting due to other library obligations. Rhodey Readers is a monthly book club for upper elementary children. Kids must read the book before the meeting date so they can participate i...

Yoga For Kids is presented by Petra at Create Power Yoga. This event is geared to walkers through kindergarten and is a combination of movement and reading! We invite caregivers to join their kids to ...

Join us for the beginning of our summer hiking series! We are starting this year early to observe the changing seasons! We will meet in front of the library and take a hike of the monastery grounds an...

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS ONLINE EVENT. Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts t...

June is National Fruit & Veggie Month! Kids will make colorful turkey and cheese pinwheels paired with a tasty, veggie-packed green goddess dip. This is a free virtual class available to Cumberland Li...

New Chapters is a monthly book club for lower elementary children who are branching into easy chapter books. Parents may also read the book aloud to their kids, but children will attend book club on t...

New Chapters is a monthly book club for lower elementary children who are branching into easy chapter books. Parents may also read the book aloud to their kids, but children will attend book club on t...

Teens, prepare for your own Pride Party or your attendance to a Pride Parade by signing up to receive one of our Pride Kits! Kits will have an assortment of Pride gear. Sign up is required, sign ups o...

Join us for our monthly Game Club -- Try out a new game with us every month. For June we are playing Jackbox’s Tee K.O.! **This game requires each player to use their phone so please bring your phone ...

Discuss great titles and make new friends! This month, group leader Corin Caliendo will lead a discussion of The Danish Girl by David Ebershoff. Copies will be available at the Circulation Desk for ch...

Discuss great titles and make new friends! This month, group leader Megan Nicholls will lead a discussion of Mary Jane by Jessica Anya Blau. Copies will be available at the Circulation Desk for checko...

Teens will bake fluffy pancake muffins topped with a fresh strawberry sauce — a sweet twist on a breakfast classic perfect for any time of day. This is a free virtual class available to Cumberland Lib...