A Look Back at Over the Edge
We had a great day at Regency Plaza!
Thirty-two rappellers went Over the Edge on June 23 and, thanks to those brave Edgers and our generous sponsors, $52,000 was raised for PCL.
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Visit this page to find out the latest news about Providence Community Library, information about our Friends groups, community partners as well as views and comments on current events and stories that impact the library. Please check back often - we'll continue to send you a short, succinct summary in the form of a newsletter.
Develop Your Inner Philosopher at Socrates Cafe
Socrates Cafe
Third Thursdays of the Month, 6:00PM
Wanskuck Library
Socrates Café are gatherings around the world where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange philosophical perspectives based on their experiences, using the version of the Socratic Method developed by founder Christopher Phillips. You can now attend a Socrates Cafe at Wanskuck library, every third Thursday of the month.
Launch of New Teen Space at Mount Pleasant
Councilwoman Jo Anne Ryan officially opened the new Teen/Community Room at Mount Pleasant Community Library on July 2 to the public in a ribbon cutting ceremony. Senator Paul Jabor and Council President David A Salvatore were also in attendance, as were the Mount Pleasant library staff and Friends group, former children's librarian Emily Le May, plus library users and community members attending the Councilwoman's regular monthly community meeting.
PCL Goes Fine-Free on Kids' Materials
PCL launched this year's summer reading program with some great news - the Library eliminated overdue fines on all materials in its children's and young adult collections on June 25. About $37,000 in existing fines on juvenile cards were waived on the same day, creating a clean slate for young library users, removing barriers to future borrowing and encouraging greater participation in library activities. Lost materials continue to be subject to replacement charge for the time being.
Meet PCL's New Director
PCL has a new Director!
Cheryl Space took over the reins on June 24, one day after Jeff Cannell retired in spectacular fashion, rappelling 150 feet down the Regency Plaza at PCL's Over the Edge fundraiser.
Library Friend Receives RISCA Grant for Hip Hop Programming
The Street PHD Program, an afterschool hip hop arts program started in Spring 2018, has been awarded a Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA) grant to continue in the Fall. Created by Gregory Waksmulski, a Friend of the Rochambeau Library, the Street PHD Program focuses on poetry, music, and performance, connecting professional artists from the area with high school aged public school students.
PCL Goes Over the Edge on Saturday!
Over the Edge for PCL
Saturday, June 23 10:00AM-2:00PM approx
Regency Plaza Apartments, Providence
Twelve stories, 150 feet - it's not a fundraiser for the fainthearted! Yet we've found 30 brave souls with a taste for adventure, so why not come along, join friends and family and cheer them on?
Summer Schedule for Makerspaces
PCL is not just helping to raise the next generation of readers, we're supporting the education of future designers, creators and builders, too. Thanks to funding from Mayor Jorge Elorza and the City of Providence, PCL has teamed with FabNewport,Providence Public Library, the Rhode Island Museum of Science and Art (RIMOSA) and Young Voices to provide makerspace equipment, materials and expertise in our libraries.
Congrats to our GED in Spanish Class of 2018!
Students, friends, families and staff gathered on Saturday, June 16 to celebrate the achievements of the 24 students, ranging in age from 17 to 64, who have completed PCL's award-winning Spanish language GED preparation program.
Summer Meals @ PCL
Food insecurity is a real problem in Providence for many families. Summer can be a particularly difficult time for children who are unable to access the free breakfasts and lunches they receive during the regular school year. PCL is partnering with the City of Providence Summer Meals Program to ensure that children continue to have access to a nourishing lunch at libraries for the duration of the Summer Reading Program.
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