Participants and families of the summer reading program are welcome to join us for pizza, cookies, and drinks as we celebrate our youngsters for participating in Summer @ the Library 2018!
We will also raffle off the musical prizes for those who completed the game sheet, and kids can pick up a free book to take home for a job well done!
Wednesday, August 15th at 6pm
Registration is required, so please sign up inside the library, call, or email!
Join us as we welcome Dean Watts of Rising Sun Jiu-Jitsu for a fun, energetic intro to self-defense. This is a hands-on, active showcase that will get kids moving and learning skills that will boost their confidence and discipline.
Wednesday, August 8th at 2pm
Best for ages 5 & up, no registration required!
Storyteller Joe Theroux presents a collection of stories about humanity’s universal language: music! A young violinist is the only one who can save the world from the Sea King’s dreadful dancing. A greedy turtle uses his quick wit to trick all of the birds of the forest into becoming rappers . . . but why? Joe uses his trademark character-driven and high-energy style to bring this collection of humorous adapted folktales to life for all ages.
Wednesday, August 1st at 6pm
All ages welcome, no registration required!
The Friends of the Brownell Library will hold their annual book sale Saturday, August 4th, 9am-3pm. The sale will be located on the back patio under the tents. Admission is free, so be sure to stop by and stock up on your summer reading.
Book Donations
We are no longer accepting donations for the book sale.
Volunteers Needed!
If you would like to help set up or work at the book sale, especially moving books the Friday beforehand, please contact Dee Holliday at (401) 635-2384. Community service hours available if needed.
Please Note: The library building will be closed all day during the sale.
Bwana Iguana Reptile Adventure is a fast-paced, hands-on show that brings the audience into the mysterious world of reptiles. Ray Ward’s unbridled enthusiasm and quick wit keep everyone engaged and on the edge of their seats. Not only is the presentation educational, it is loads of fun and entertaining as well!
Wednesday, July 25th at 6pm
All ages event, no registration required!
The Brownell Library presents a new series of chair-assisted yoga classes held at the Little Compton Wellness Center and made possible by the Savage & Luther Family Fund.
Led by Rosa Volpe, each class offers a variety of poses practiced sitting or standing while using the chair for support, and ends with a Sacred Sound Meditation. If getting up and down from the floor is a challenge for you but you want to practice yoga, this is the class for you.
Classes are free and are held Wednesdays from 9am-10am at the Little Compton Wellness Center, located 115 East Main Road.
Rosa Volpe is a Kripalu Yoga Teacher, Certified JourneyDance™ Guide, Reiki Practitioner, Sacred Sound Practitioner and Energy Medicine Practitioner.
Join us as Rhode Island Museum of Science and Art presents Reverse Engineer Instruments!
How are instruments made? How do they create different sounds? Children will explore sound, 3D construction, and music through the creation of their own working instruments. They will then “Rock” Out and create improvisational music.
Best for ages 5 & up, no registration required!
We welcome Lola with Polynesian Fusion for a fun evening of song and dance!
In this program, we will focus on music and dance from the islands of Hawaii and Tahiti. We will talk about various aspects of Polynesian culture, in terms that children can understand, and then we will sing and dance together as a group! Moana movie fans are especially encouraged to attend!
Wednesday, July 11th at 6pm
This is an all ages event, no registration required!
Come learn about the great artists throughout history and create your own masterpiece! Lead by Claudia McNeil, these free workshops use household materials to create works of art inspired by famous artists.
Tuesdays in July at 10:30am
July 10th
July 17th
July 24th
July 31st
Best for ages 5 & up, kids under the age of 5 will need a parent to accompany them. Registration required, space is limited!
Join us on Wednesday, June 27th at 6pm for Circus Dynamics!
Maurice of Circus Dynamics performs a vaudevillian styled Juggling and Balloon variety show. Come and witness gravity defying juggling, amazing balloon sculpting, a little balloon magic, and lots of laughs.
After the performance Maurice will teach a balloon twisting workshop where kids can learn to make their own balloon dog.
All ages event, no registration required!
