Science Book Club Discusses "Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are?"

Date: 
Mon, 08/17/2020 - 1:30pm to 3:00pm
Contact: 
Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 3 or warref@rcls.org
Age Group: 
Adult

Please join the Science Book Club (virtually) to discuss Frans de Waal's classic on animal cognition, Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are?   Released in 2017, this book is considered "a groundbreaking work on animal intelligence [that] explores the intricate and complex nature of the animal mind."  Copies of the book are available at the Library; all are welcome to join in the conversation on Zoom.   Please register so that the discussion leaders know to expect you; below is the Zoom meeting information:

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Landscape Watercolor Workshop with Pat Foxx

Date: 
Tue, 09/22/2020 - 5:30pm to 7:00pm
Contact: 
Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 3 or warref@rcls.org
Age Group: 
Adult
Teen

After a brief warm-up and an introduction to the basics of watercolor painting, Pat will offer step-by-step guidance on how to paint a simple landscape. Registration is required; you will receive instructions on when to pick up supplies, as well as the Zoom link to the class. Space is limited.

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Allison Pataki Author Event via Zoom

Date: 
Wed, 10/07/2020 - 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Contact: 
Help Desk @ 986-1047, ext. 3 or warref@rcls.org
Age Group: 
Adult

Please join us in welcoming New York Time- bestselling author Allison Pataki for a virtual discussion of her sweeping new novel, The Queen's Fortune, about the extraordinary woman who captured Napoleon’s heart, created a dynasty, and changed the course of history.  Copies of the book are available to place on hold through the RCLS catalog, or call the Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 3.

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Science Book Club discusses "Brief Answers to the Big Questions" by Stephen Hawking

Date: 
Mon, 07/20/2020 - 1:30pm to 3:00pm
Contact: 
The Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 3
Age Group: 
Adult

Stephen Hawking was the most renowned scientist since Einstein, known both for his groundbreaking work in physics and cosmology and for his mischievous sense of humor. He educated millions of readers about the origins of the universe and the nature of black holes, and inspired millions more by defying a terrifying early prognosis of ALS, which originally gave him only two years to live. In later life he could communicate only by using a few facial muscles, but he continued to advance his field and serve as a revered voice on social and humanitarian issues.



             
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Mindfulness: Opening to Uncertainty

Date: 
Tue, 07/21/2020 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Age Group: 
Adult

Ruth Langstrom is a clinical psychologist specializing in life coaching and meditation. Ruth has been teaching meditation in the Warwick area for 15 years. This course will include an in-depth exploration of mindfulness, with an emphasis on how this practice can help us relate to ourselves and others with kindness and courage in this time of great uncertainty. Each class will include guided meditation practice and Q&A. It is recommended that you attend all three classes if possible.
The classes will take place via Zoom on 7/7/20, 7/14/20, and 7/21/20 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm.
Register online for these Zoom classes and you will receive instructions prior to the event.



             
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Mindfulness: Opening to Uncertainty

Date: 
Tue, 07/14/2020 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Age Group: 
Adult

Ruth Langstrom is a clinical psychologist specializing in life coaching and meditation. Ruth has been teaching meditation in the Warwick area for 15 years. This course will include an in-depth exploration of mindfulness, with an emphasis on how this practice can help us relate to ourselves and others with kindness and courage in this time of great uncertainty. Each class will include guided meditation practice and Q&A. It is recommended that you attend all three classes if possible.
The classes will take place via Zoom on 7/7/20, 7/14/20, and 7/21/20 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm.
Register online for these Zoom classes and you will receive instructions prior to the event.



             
[ Registration Required ]

Mindfulness: Opening to Uncertainty

Date: 
Tue, 07/07/2020 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Age Group: 
Adult

Ruth Langstrom is a clinical psychologist specializing in life coaching and meditation. Ruth has been teaching meditation in the Warwick area for 15 years. This course will include an in-depth exploration of mindfulness, with an emphasis on how this practice can help us relate to ourselves and others with kindness and courage in this time of great uncertainty. Each class will include guided meditation practice and Q&A. It is recommended that you attend all three classes if possible.
The classes will take place via Zoom on 7/7/20, 7/14/20, and 7/21/20 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm.
Register online for these Zoom classes and you will receive instructions prior to the event.



      
      
  
  

Community Read: "Summer" by Edith Wharton

Date: 
Mon, 08/03/2020 - 11:30am to 12:30pm
Contact: 
Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 3 or warref@rcls.org
Age Group: 
Adult

Join the staff of Albert Wisner Public Library on Monday, August 3 at 11:30am for our Community Read.  Register online with your email and you will receive instructions prior to the program. 

Read or listen to the novel Summer by Edith Wharton.  The e-book and e-audiobook are both available on HOOPLA, or you can get a free digital download through Project Gutenberg.  If you would like a printed copy of the book or a physical version of the book on CD, please call the Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 3 for assistance.

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