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  • Haunted Library: Creepy Carnival. Friday, October 11. Doors open at 7:00pm. Last tour begins at 8:30pm. Warning: Not suitable for young children. Haunt includes walking in darkness, possible flashing lights and sudden scares. Sponsored by the Friends of the Jesse Smith Library.
  • Glow in the Dark Halloween Mini-Golf. Friday, October 18 6:00-8:00pm. This flow in the dark Halloween themed mini golf is fun for all ages! This event will be held outside on the Riverwalk. In the event of inclement weather, it will be held inside the library. No registration required. This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Jesse Smith Library.
  • 4th Annual Halloween Boo Bash @ the Jesse M. Smith Library. Thurs. Oct 24. 5:00 -7:00pm. A free family event - No registration needed. Costumes encouraged. Trick or Treat through the library, wicked decorations, kid-friendly game and activity stations outside along the Riverwalk.
  • Stories from the Grave: Presentation by Betty Mencucci. Tuesday, Oct 29. 6:00pm. In the Community Room. Join us for an intriguing presentation titled "Stories from the Grave" by Betty Mencucci from the Burrillville Historical Society. In this engaging session, we will explore the real gravestones scattered throughout our time, uncovering the hidden stories of the people they commemorate.
  • Teen Hangout @ the Jesse Smith Library. Tuesdays-Thursdays 2:00pm - 4:00pm (The Hangout will not be open on Thurs, Oct 24 or Oct 31). The Teen Hangout is a teen designated space where those in middle and high school may hang out with friends, play video games, table top games, play on computers and have a snack! Teens may come and go at any time during open hangout hours. For those in grades 6-12.
  • Tween Tuesday for ages 9-12 (sorry, no siblings). Tues, Oct 29. 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Drop-in style. We'll transform the Children's Program Room into a Tween Hangout for this 1 hour event. Have fun with friends and make new ones with games, crafts and snacks. Questions? Contact the Children's Dept. at 401-710-7800. Caregivers of attendees who are 9 year old are asked to remain on the 2nd floor during the program.
  • Connecting Kids with Veterans: A Veterans Day program for kids and families. Thurs. Nov 7 at 6:00pm. Community Room (1st floor) & on the Riverwalk. Learn how to march in formation, hear from local veterans about their experiences serving our country, kids are encouraged to asked questions, create a card for a veteran in your life. Guests include: local veterans from the Berard-Desjarlais American Legion. Post 88 Burrillville led by current commander Ray Trinque (U.S. Army). Registration is encouraged. Call 401-710-7800 or stop by the Children's Dept. Light refreshments will be served.

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Children’s Department

The Children’s Department understands play is the work of children. Play is how children learn. The library provides a safe and welcoming environment to support and encourage each child’s intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development.

Teen Department

Those who are in grade 6-12 are invited to participate in teen programming. Interested in seeing our events and programs? Check out some of our featured programs, and click to learn more about each event! We look forward to seeing you.

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Email Us

jmsreference@burrillville.org

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Call Us

(401) 710-7800

Town of Burrillville