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  • River Walk Times 2026 Concert Series SATURDAYS at 6:00 pm at the Jesse M. Smith Memorial Library Bring blankets and chairs and come on down to enjoy free music! Concerts are held outside in front of the library at the Pavilion. 7/11 All About Amy 7/18 The Aviators 7/25 Don't Think Twice 8/1 Brass Attack 8/8 Live Music Band 8/15 Jesse Liam FOOD TRUCKS! Dinolicious: 7/11, 7/18, 8/1 and 8/15 Not Your Average Popcorn: 7/25, 8/8 Sponsored by THE FRIENDS OF THE JESSE SMITH LIBRARY along with: GOLD SPONSORS Cabinet Gallery, Greystone Power Services, NRI Tax Pro, In loving memory of Shelly Pickles by Rick, Lynn and Gary Rousseau, and the Woonsocket Rotary Club SILVER SPONSORS Crystal Lake Golf Club, Crystal Lake Tavern, Josiah Cushing Family Fund, In Memory of Ellen Houle, and the Rhode Island Credit Union BRONZE SPONSORS Addieville East Farm, Alashan Cashmere Company, LLC, Burrillville Lions Club, ‘Chum's Spirits, Jill D'Errico, Dino's Park N Shop, East Coast Artisans, Hawkes Plumbing and Heating Company, Li'L General, Charlie and Chloe Masse, Ron and Fay Parenteau, R.I. Door Guy, Waterfall Kitchen & Bar, and WellOne Primary Medical and Dental Care Special thanks to the Clear River Electric & Water District for hanging the Riverwalk banner over East Ave. every year for us.
  • Farm Fridays July 10- July 31 (Fri. ) 10:00 - 11:30 AM Children's Program Room (2nd floor) Each week will focus on a different animal. There will be themed activities based on the week's animal as well as stations about farm to table aspects of plants and animals that can be found on a farm. (no live animals present)
  • StoryWalk® on the Riverwalk is now featuring The Bad Seed by Jory John. 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.
  • Museum Passes 2026 Providence Children's Museum: Half price admission for up to 4 people Mystic Aquarium: Save $5 off each up to 4 admission tickets Hamiton Family Aquarium: Half price admission for up to 4 people
  • Water Park Wednesdays on the Riverwalk June 24, July 8 & 22 10:00 - 11:30AM Drop-in style Weather permitting Best for kids grade 5 and under with their families. Splash Pads, Squirt Toys, and Water Park Sprinkler Water Tables with toys. Event is weather dependent and may be canceled if a full water ban is in effect. Call Library at 401-710-7800 or check our Facebook page for updates.

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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