Tales for Threes

Tuesday, May 14th
10:30 AM  -  11:00 AM

Contact: Debra Cohen   333-2552 x3   read@cumberlandlibrary.org

Three year-olds will enjoy 30-45 minutes of interactive stories, songs, games and a craft that encourages their emerging language skills.

Location: Children’s Room

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Anime Club

Tuesday, May 14th
6:30 PM  -  7:30 PM

Contact: Jenn Cournoyer   (401) 333-2552 x2   teens@cumberlandlibrary.org

STUDENTS AGES 13-18

Come watch Japanese animation, draw, read manga, and have a snack.  The club meets every Tuesday night (September -May).

Location: Seminar Room

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Creating Comic Books Workshop

Wednesday May 15, 2013
4:00 PM  -  5:00 PM

Contact: Jenn Cournoyer   (401) 333-2552 x2   jenn@cumberlandlibrary.org

Have you always wanted to create your own comic book or comic strip?
This four-week workshop will cover working solo and collaboratively on narrative comics.  Students will overcome their fear of a blank paper and learn to unleash their creativity!  The class will culminate in an edition of self-published zines showcasing the student work from the session.

Students must bring a sketchbook and black ballpoint pens.  All other materials will be supplied by the library.
Ages 14 and up are welcome.

Dates: May 8, 15, 22, 29
Please register here or contact the Reference Desk to register for this program. (401) 333-2552 x2
Location: Seminar Room

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Comic Book Creations

Wednesday, May 15th
4:00 PM  -  5:30 PM

Contact: Debra Cohen   401.333.2552 x3   read@cumberlandlibrary.org

Providence Comics Consortium Workshop at the Cumberland Library for t’weens and teens!
Rhode Island State Council on the Arts is sponsoring the PROVIDENCE COMICS CONSORTIUM RHODE ISLAND TOUR!

Cumberland Children’s Department and Young Adult Department are proud to host this creative and fun workshop for tweens and teens ages 8-13!

Join us on Wednesday May 15, 2013 from 4-5:30pm, in the Library Community Room, for this fantastic workshop featuring: drawing wars,
creative storytelling games, cartoon character design and comic book creations.
Just bring yourself and your creative juices!

Please register in the Children’s Room beginning Sat. May 4, 2013 Space is limited.
Preference will be given to children who reside in Cumberland. Please bring your library card with you when registering.

Location: Community Room

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Zumba

Wednesday, May 15th
6:00 PM  -  7:00 PM

Contact: Melissa Chiavaroli   (401) 333-2552, x 2   reference@cumberlandlibrary.org

NOTE: This exercise class will meet every Wednesday at the same time & place unless otherwise noted .

Zumba ® is dance fitness – a calorie burning workout with Latin steps to international music. You don’t need any dancing experience to have fun. Loose, comfortable clothing and shoes with no tread are recommended. Don’t forget your water, too!

Kari Dichev is a member of the Zumba Instructor Network ® (ZIN). She is licensed to teach regular Zumba ® classes, Zumba Toning ®, and Zumbatomic ®.

Fee: $5.  In person registration, by the day before the classes at the latest, is required.

Location: Community Room

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Tech Wednesdays: Intro to Email

Wednesday, May 15th
6:00 PM  -  7:30 PM

Do you want a little help in getting a better understanding how to use email or use it more efficiently? With this workshop, attendees will learn the basics of creating an email account and how to use the various tools of the account to create letters to send, sort emails they have received, and include attachments with outgoing messages.  An overview of related terminology will also be included.

Basic computer and Internet skills are required.

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Get Together for Artists

Wednesday, May 15th
6:00 PM  -  8:00 PM

Contact: Melissa Chiavaroli   (401) 333-2552, x 2   reference@cumberlandlibrary.org

Calling all artists and would-be artists:

*  Any adult interested in art is welcome to participate.
*  Are you looking to share your ideas and learn from others?
*  Do you have questions about your work?
*  Looking to socialize with an art community?

This is an opportunity to meet and share your creations and/or your interests!

We’ll be meeting once a month on the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 6-8 PM.

For more information, call the Reference Desk: (401) 333-2552, x 2.

Registration is requested but not required.

Location: Seminar Room

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Starlight Storytime

Wednesday, May 15th
6:30 PM  -  7:00 PM

Contact: Debra Cohen   333-2552 x3   read@cumberlandlibrary.org

This is an ideal storytime for children, ages 4-6,  whose parents work during the day. Put on your pajamas, bring a bedtime buddy, and join us to share stories, songs, and fun!

Location: Children’s Room

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Daylight Storytime

Thursday May 16, 2013
10:00 AM  -  10:45 AM

Children, ages 4-6, will have fun for 30-45 minutes with engaging books, songs and movement activities as they build their early literacy skills.

Location: Children’s Room

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Daytime Book Discussion

Thursday, May 16th
10:00 AM  -  12:30 PM

Contact: Melissa Chiavaroli   (401) 333-2552, x2   reference@cumberlandlibrary.org

Join us as we discuss Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet, a New York Times best seller published in 2009.

Set during one of the most conflicted and volatile times in American history, Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet is an extraordinary story of commitment and enduring hope. In Henry and Keiko, Jamie Ford has created an unforgettable duo whose story teaches us of the power of forgiveness and the human heart.

“Sentimental, heartfelt….the exploration of Henry’s changing relationship with his family and with Keiko will keep most readers turning pages…A timely debut that not only reminds readers of a shameful episode in American history, but cautions us to examine the present and take heed we don’t repeat those injustices.”— Kirkus Reviews

Location: Seminar Room

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