Clark Memorial Library
Richmond, Rhode Island's Public Library Since 1880
7 Pinehurst Drive Phone: (401)364-6100
Carolina, RI 02812 Fax: (401)364-7675
Announcements
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What is an Annual Appeal? An annual appeal is a fundraiser for nonprofits where we ask for donations from our patrons to help us garner the resources to best serve our community. Here's a sneak peek from our full Annual Appeal Letter, read the unabridged letter linked above.
"As a nonprofit, the library depends on the support of people like you. We know that 2027 will be a challenging year. The price of everything from books to fuel oil is rising. Last year, severe winter storms stretched our snow-plowing budget. Every donation helps us to meet unexpected costs and is greatly appreciated."
Sincerely, Betty J. Cotter President, Board of Directors
Upcoming Events
Saturday, November 14th at 11:00am -
Sign up to recreate this fall gnome painting with Chamoni! Stop by the front desk or call us at 401-364-6100 to secure your spot. All supplies will be provided. Please only sign up for one of the dates as space is limited. Reminder that space availability is subject to change without notice.​​
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Tuesday, November 17th at 6:00pm -
Sign up to use specialized needles to sculpt wool fibers into whimsical mushrooms with Amy. Ages 13+. Stop by the front desk or call us at 401-364-6100 to secure your spot. All supplies will be provided.
Thursday, November 19th at 6:30pm -
Sign up to learn how to fold decorative boxes with Alexis! Stop by the front desk or call us at 401-364-6100 to secure your spot. All supplies will be provided.
Wednesday, November 25th at 2:00pm -
Clark Memorial Library will be closing at 2:00pm today for Thanksgiving preparations.
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Thursday, November 26th -
Clark Memorial Library will be closed today in observance of Thanksgiving.
Tuesday, November 24th until Tuesday December 22nd -
The members of our Creative Threads Group have been hard at work for the past couple of months creating knitted items as well as several other crafts. We are excited to offer them for sale. Come in during regular business hours and peruse our selection.
All proceeds will benefit Clark Memorial Library.
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Tuesday, December 1st at 6:30pm OR
Saturday, December 12th at 11:00am -
Sign up to recreate this festive tree painting with Chamoni! Stop by the front desk or call us at 401-364-6100 to secure your spot. All supplies will be provided. Please only sign up for one of the dates as space is limited. If you signed up and are no longer able to attend please call us to cancel.
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Saturday, December 5th at 11:00am OR 12:00pm -
Sign up to make a festive Gingerbread House with your family! You must bring your own container of white NON-WHIPPED frosting (one per person making a house). Please sign up each participant separately so we can provide enough building materials for everyone. Stop by the front desk or call us at 401-364-6100 to secure your spot. Please only sign up for one of the times as space is limited. If you signed up and are no longer able to attend please call us to cancel.
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Monday, December 7th at 12:00pm -
Turning 65? Are you turning 65 or losing your employer-sponsored healthcare plan due to retirement? We understand you have questions, and we have the answers! Join us for our seminar, "Medicare Untangled 101," where we will simplify the process and address all your concerns regarding Medicare. Join Joe Goddard for this informational presentation.
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Monday, December 8th at 6:30pm -
Join us to discuss Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle by Arthur Conan Doyle. Copies of the book are available at the front desk. We would love to have you!
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Saturday, December 19th from 10:00am to 2:00pm -
Homemade cookies sold by the pound. All proceeds to benefit the library.
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Baker sign-ups are appreciated!
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Thursday, December 24th and Friday, December 25h -
Clark Memorial Library will be closed in observance of Christmas. Happy Holidays Everybody!
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Thursday, December 31st at 5pm and Friday, January 1st -
Clark Memorial Library will be closing at 5pm on Thursday the 31st and closed all day on Friday the 1st in observance of the New Year. Have a happy and safe holiday!
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Library Offerings
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We have a library pass to the Save The Bay: Hamilton Family Aquarium! The pass can be checked out from Clark Memorial Library for 1/2 price admission for up to two adults and four children. It is required that you return the pass to the circulation desk the following day during regular business hours.
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The aquarium is located at 23 America's Cup Ave, Newport, RI 02840. www.savebay.org/aquarium
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Weekly Events
Join us a create a masterpiece with our LEGOs on Thursday evenings at 6 pm. Have your creations displayed on the Lego Club Creations page of our website! Please check the calendar to see if LEGO Club is running this week.​​​
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