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  • Cacao! Nov. 19 (Thurs.) 6:00 - 7:30 PM Community Room A Cacao Ceremony is a spiritual ritual that involves consuming ceremonial-grade cacao in a group setting to facilitate connection, healing, and self-exploration. It originates from ancient Mayan and Aztec traditions and has gained popularity in modern times for its ability to promote mindfulness and personal growth. Facilitated by Marg Tudino. 18+ Registration required.
  • Sensory Playtime for Kids Nov. 21 (Sat.) 10:00 -11:00 AM Community Room (1st floor) Open to kids in grade 5 and younger with an adult caregiver. Families are invited to visit the library in a low stimulation environment. Children can engage in free play and sensory stations designed for their enjoyment. This inclusive program can be enjoyed by all children, but especially designed for children with sensory integration challenges. Drop-in.
  • Cookies with Mrs. Claus during Santa at Stillwater Saturday December 5 1:00 - 3:00pm A free family event held in the Jesse Smith Memorial Library. Each child can decorate a sugar cookie in the Community Room while visiting with Mrs. Claus. Sponsored by the Friends of the Jesse Smith Library with support from Dino's Park-n-Shop.
  • StoryWalk® on the Riverwalk is now featuring Over in the Meadow based on the original version by Olive A. Wadswirth and illustrated by Ezra Jack Keats. The Storywalk project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.
  • Family Trivia Night & Pizza! Children’s Books Edition Nov. 10 (Tues.) 6:00 PM Community Room (1st floor) Open to kids in grades 2 - 6 with adult caregiver. Older siblings welcome. Gather a team of 2 - 5 family members. Each team must have at least 1 kid & 1 adult. Compete and show off how well your family knows children's books. Registration required. Opens Nov. 2.

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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(401) 710-7800

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Call Us

(401) 710-7800

Town of Burrillville