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Loaning among friends was the first form of book exchange in Central Falls. Resident Ornam Patt, in his memoirs, recalls “book trading” in mill buildings on Mill Street as far back as the 1830’s. The Mois and Jenks shop, and that of Benedict and...

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Central Contemporary Arts

Kids & Families ; Library ; Nonprofit ; Special Events ; Traditional Arts ; Visual Arts

Central Contemporary Arts is a non-profit contemporary art space dedicated to building artistic innovation, local power and public access. CCA cultivates expansive thinking and creative expression for a more joyous and equitable future. CCA’s...

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Community Libraries of Providence

Library

Community Libraries of Providence, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, assumed management of Providence’s nine neighborhood libraries in July 2009 after the Providence Public Library determined that it lacked the resources to manage its...

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Cranston Public Library

Library

OUR MISSION Create a welcoming environment that reflects the changing needs of a diverse community. Respond to increasing technological development through informed staff, updated services, and well-maintained facilities. Provide a wide range of...

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Cross Mills Public Library

Library

The Cross’ Mills Public Library services a unique population. Charlestown has a winter-resident population of approximately 7,900; a summer-resident group consisting of at least 3,000; and an unpredictable number of summer visitors. In this rapidly...

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East Providence Public Library

Library

East Providence Public Library system includes our main branch, Weaver Library and our Riverside Branch Library.

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East Providence Public Library/Weaver

Library

The mission of the East Providence Public Library is to provide equal access to a wide range of materials and services, to facilitate self education and to promote lifelong learning. The Library is dedicated to the special interests of children and...

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Friends of East Greenwich Free Library

Library ; Nonprofit

The Friends is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and enhancing library services. Mission The Friends share a common vision of superior library services to all. We support the Library’s mission by promoting library...

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Friends of Knight Memorial Library

Library ; Special Events

A group of volunteers that supports Knight Memorial Library, a branch of Providence Community Library. We run book sales and host special events.

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Friends of the East Providence Public Library

Library ; Nonprofit

The Friends enrich the services and resources of the library through community support for museum passes, sponsorship of programs and concerts for all ages, support of the Farmers’ Market and promotion of reading and civic engagement for residents...

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Friends of the Jamestown Philomenian Library

Library

The Friends of the Library support quality library services in the community through fund raising, volunteerism and serving as advocates for the library’s programs.

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Jesse M. Smith Memorial Library

Library

We are a public library serving the educational, recreational and informational needs of the community.

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Middletown Public Library

Library

As part of the Ocean State Libraries (OSL) network, the Middletown Library offers Library card holders access to search the Library Catalog from any computer on the internet. Additionally, there are many online resources including specialized...

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New Urban Arts

Kids & Families ; Library ; Media ; Music ; Nonprofit ; Poetry & Literature ; School ; Special Events ; Visual Arts

Founded in 1997, New Urban Arts is a nationally-recognized community arts studio for high school students and emerging artists in Providence, Rhode Island. Our mission is to build a vital community that empowers young people as artists and leaders...

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Newport Public Library

Library

The Newport Public Library seeks to strengthen the community by providing opportunites that support lifelong learning, encourage inspiration, imagination, and enjoyment, and connect people to each other and to the rest of the world. This mission...

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Providence Athenaeum

Library

The Providence Athenaeum, a unique library and cultural center, welcomes and enriches the educational and cultural pursuits of its members and the community and encourages a diverse public to engage in spirited conversation. It offers a wide range...

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Providence Public Library

Library ; Nonprofit

Providence Public Library leads every resident of Providence and Rhode Island to opportunities for lifelong learning and cultural enrichment. The Library is a 139-year-old nonprofit corporation providing free public library services through print,...

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Redwood Library

Library ; Visual Arts

A national historic landmark, the Redwood’s permanent museum exhibition includes a fine collection of 18th and 19th century portraits. 19th century classically inspired sculpture, furniture, and rare and unique books.

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Rhode Island Center for the Book

Library ; Media

The Rhode Island Center for the Book was established in 2003, and is an affiliate of the Center for the Book at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. The Rhode Island Center for the Book was created to celebrate reading, writing, making and...

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South Kingstown Public Library/Peace Dale

Library

South Kingstown Public Library/Peace Dale

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The Alcove

Library ; Nonprofit ; Special Events ; Visual Arts

Inspiring Space, Empowering Connections The Alcove fosters community for women and gender expansive people through our public programs and member Haven—a space blending portraits, stories, and gathering areas designed for renewal, connection, and...

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Tiverton Library Services

Library

The mission of Tiverton Library Services is to be an essential resource for personal growth and community enrichment. Our programs, services and collections serve the personal and professional needs and interests of individuals, groups and...

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Wanskuck Library

Library

Providence Community Library

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Warwick Public Library

Library

In 1960, Warwick like so many Rhode Island cities and towns, was a multi-library city with seven small community libraries open a total of 80 hours a week. The Apponaug Free Library, a sturdy brick building next door the City hall, was open three...

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