Upcoming Events
Dancercise with Miss Mary
This class for children of all abilities introduces basic dance movements using fun, age-appropriate exercises to develop coordination, rhythm, and confidence! Taught by Mary Bradshaw from Mind & Body...
Winter D&D Campaign for Young Teens
Miss Jenna will be running Dungeons and Dragons on Tuesdays at 4:30-7:30 PM Beginners and experienced players ages 10-14 are welcome to join this group. Registration is full for this campaign!
Adult Jackbox Party
Pop in and unwind with a variety of hilarious party games from the Jackbox series. From trivia and art to social deduction and humor, each of these mini games takes 15-20 minutes and is played in a gr...
Pathfinder 2: New Homebrew Campaign!
This campaign is now full! To be notified of future openings and new campaigns, email amber@wwpl.org. Join a group of amnesiac adventurers in the as you figure out what kind of hero you are. Learn who...
A Matter of Balance
Hosted by the RI Geriatric Education Center, this program meets once a week for 2 hours for 8 weeks and enables participants to reduce the fear of falling by learning to view falls as controllable, se...
Art Club
Join us for a monthly club to do an art project and learn new skills together!
Teen Lab Demo: 3D Printing
Teens ages 12+ can sign up to learn how to use equipment in the innovation Lab with Librarian Sam! Sam will demonstrate how to use different tools each week and explain how you can come back to use th...
Bingo Night
Drop in for bingo and play for prizes! Children may attend if accompanied by an adult.
Dungeon Crawl Classics
Characters and other materials can be provided; this game is intended for beginners and rules will be taught at the table.
Sweatin' to the Music
No matter what your fitness level is you can do this FREE class! You can even do this workout from a chair! Give your body that care and attention it deserves, all are welcome! Presented by Mary Brads...
Senior Tech Social Club
A space for older adults to meet friends and enjoy some company! Attendees are encouraged to bring their own laptop or smart device for peer assistance and discussion. For more information call 401-82...
Music & Movement
Preschool aged kids and their caregivers can join in to sing, dance, and get moving together with new friends!
Thundermist Mobile Medical Unit
Are you in need of medical services? Join us on Fridays to be seen by the medical team of Rolling Thunder, Thundermist's new Mobile Medical Unit! Services include checkups, wellness support, counselin...
Pathfinder for All!
This campaign is now full! To be notified of future openings and new campaigns, email amber@wwpl.org. An adult Pathfinder game for all abilities.
Teen Craft: Trinket Boxes
Teens and their friends can register to customize a small box for their trinkets and treasures!
Open Play Group
Children ages 1-6 and their caregivers are welcome to drop in to the library for a fun play date in the Youth Programming Room.
Baby Sitters Club Graphic Novel Club
Fans of the Baby sitters club graphic novel series in grades 4-8 are welcome to join us for this monthly book club as we read our way through the series and do activities! Books can be picked up in th...
Dungeons & Dragons: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
Join us for a new virtual D&D campaign! Explore the legendary mega-dungeon of Undermountain beneath the fabled city of Waterdeep in this new campaign starting at 1st level. This campaign will be hoste...
Teen Wellness Volunteer Program
This date is for High Schoolers only. Middle Schoolers should register for the program on Thursday, February 19. High School and Middle School students can join us to learn all about wellness and prev...
Adult Board Game Night
Love board games? Struggling to find time and people to play with? Have a collection of favorites you'd love to share with others? Bring your own board games to this friendly social gathering for adul...
Find Your Files: Digital File Management Basics
What’s the best way to get photos from a phone to a computer? How much storage comes with a free Gmail account? In this free class, learn how to keep your important photos and documents safe and organ...
Mission Mama Book Club: Frenchman's Creek
Join us at Mission Mama Gym for book club! This month we will be discussing Frenchman's Creek by Daphne du Maurier. Books are available at the circulation desk. Gym membership is not required to atten...
RISPCA Animal Ambassador
Meet Matt Foley, professional cutie pie and motivational speaker from the RISPCA for a story time and craft.
Wildlife Rescue Class
Kids in grades 4-8 can learn about wildlife rehabilitation and rescue with the Wildlife Clinic of Rhode Island!
Descent: Legends of the Dark
This campaign is now full! To be notified of future openings and new campaigns, email amber@wwpl.org. Love enormous campaign-style multi-session board games but don't have the space for set up? The Li...
Teen Lab Demo: Glowforge
Teens ages 12+ can sign up to learn how to use equipment in the innovation Lab with Librarian Sam! Sam will demonstrate how to use different tools each week and explain how you can come back to use th...
Minecraft RPG
Teens ages 10+ can join in for a session of the Minecraft TTRPG.
Giant Family Game Time
Families can join us for an evening of snacks and fun, playing with our collection of GIANT games, including Jenga, Connect Four, Hungry Hungry Hippos and more!
Paws to Read
Drop in to read, pet, and play with our therapy dog friend.
Romance Book Club: The Honey Witch
We'll be discussing The Honey Witch by Sydney J. Shields! Join us in the mini lab, or join virtually through Google Meet. Books will be available for pickup at the Circulation Desk. In this instant be...
Tai Chi, Qigong and Meditation Class
Join us for this free Tai Chi class. Practice this calming art and socialize with others. Free and open to the public!
Homeschool Libratory: Germs
A monthly STEM program for homeschooled children in grades K-4. This month's topic is germs. Registration required! Please sign up below, and call 401-828-3750 ext. 2 or email youth@wwpl.org with any ...
Read One Chapter of House of Leaves Until You Finish It or It Finishes You
Join us to discuss chapter 8 of House of Leaves! 23 chapters. 709 pages. Countless opportunities to get really, really confused. House of Leaves is a famously challenging read. Can you survive all 23 ...
Adult Craft: Resin Keepsake Jewelry
This craft was rescheduled from Monday, January 26 due to severe weather. Those who registered or were waitlisted for the January date will be given priority due to high demand. Additional seats may o...
Adult Crafternoon: Medieval Cat Painting
We're painting medieval cats! Examples of authentic olden feline art will be available. Space is limited, so signup online via the library events calendar or call 401-828-3750 x 1 or email ref@wwpl.or...
Adult Book Group: Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries
Join us to read Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett! Books will be available for pickup at the Circulation Desk. Call 401-828-3750 for more information.
Pathfinder 2: New Homebrew Campaign!
This campaign is now full! To be notified of future openings and new campaigns, email amber@wwpl.org. Join a group of amnesiac adventurers in the as you figure out what kind of hero you are. Learn who...
Job Club RI
Job Club is free and open to anyone who is unemployed or looking for a job change. Sessions are held from 6:30 PM to 8 PM in the Nash Room. For more information, visit the Job Club website at www.jobc...
Homeschool RPG Club
Homeschoolers ages 10+ can register to take part in our new program exploring RPGs together. This month is the role-playing game Minecraft RPG.
YMCA Book Group: The Women
Join us at the Kent County YMCA for this fiction book group! This month we will be discussing The Women by Kristin Hannah. YMCA membership is not required to attend. For more information, call 401-828...
Yarn Club
Patrons ages 6+ are welcome to participate in this monthly program for knitting, crocheting, and tufting! Learn how to crochet with a member of staff, or bring a project to work on while chatting with...
Pathfinder for All!
This campaign is now full! To be notified of future openings and new campaigns, email amber@wwpl.org. An adult Pathfinder game for all abilities.
Tween Graphic Novel Book Club: Dear Jackie
Kids in grades 4-8 can read and discuss Dear Jackie by Jessixa & Aaron Bagley. Copies can be picked up at the youth department or checked out here. A middle schooler's plan to fit in with her new frie...
Helping Hands
Looking to give back to the community? This new club will host projects for teens who want to help others. Please note we cannot assist in court ordered community service.
Horror Film Club: The Vourdalak
Join us for a discussion of The Vourdalak (2023)! Sign up below, and email ref@wwpl.org with any questions. When the Marquis d'Urfé, a noble emissary of the King of France, is attacked and abandoned i...
