Providence Public Library

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PPL is deeply saddened to learn of Dolly Parton's passing earlier this week. Her incredible spirit, heart, and ambition ...
08/27/2026

PPL is deeply saddened to learn of Dolly Parton's passing earlier this week. Her incredible spirit, heart, and ambition led The Imagination Library, which turned 30 years old in 2025. It has put over 270 million books into the hands of children who seek to learn, or parents who need a new book to read over their morning cup of ambition. We at PPL are proud that Rhode Island has 5 Imagination Libraries across the state. And remember, "if you see someone without a smile today, give 'em yours."

https://imaginationlibrary.com/

Have you had a look at the Little Book Sale yet? It is tucked next to the Information Services Desk and has a mix of bo...
08/21/2026

Have you had a look at the Little Book Sale yet? It is tucked next to the Information Services Desk and has a mix of books, movies, and music for incredibly low prices. All sales support the free programs and services of PPL!

Have you met Terpsichore? In Greek mythology, Terpsichore was one of the nine Muses and the goddesses of music, song and...
08/19/2026

Have you met Terpsichore? In Greek mythology, Terpsichore was one of the nine Muses and the goddesses of music, song and dance. Her name literally translates to "delighting in dance." Terpsichore can be found on our Marble Staircase here at PPL!

Our Puzzle Lending Library is stocked up and ready for you. Take a puzzle, leave a puzzle. No library card required!
08/17/2026

Our Puzzle Lending Library is stocked up and ready for you. Take a puzzle, leave a puzzle. No library card required!

Celebrate the last weeks of summer with a Storytime with Bruno!BrownBears.com/Storytime
08/14/2026

Celebrate the last weeks of summer with a Storytime with Bruno!
BrownBears.com/Storytime

Join PPL on August 15 for another Dave Marchetti's Animal Experiences! Dave and his animal friends will visit the Worksh...
08/13/2026

Join PPL on August 15 for another Dave Marchetti's Animal Experiences! Dave and his animal friends will visit the Workshop between 2 - 3 pm for an exciting hands-on learning experience! Meet reptiles, amphibians, and some other small animals up close!

No registration required. Fun for all ages!

Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, for the final 2026 edition of Wander in Wednesdays. It's Bead Bonanza time!
08/11/2026

Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, for the final 2026 edition of Wander in Wednesdays. It's Bead Bonanza time!

PPL will be closed today, Monday. We look forward to seeing you all tomorrow!
08/10/2026

PPL will be closed today, Monday. We look forward to seeing you all tomorrow!

Staff Book Recommendations -- August 2026
08/06/2026

Staff Book Recommendations -- August 2026

Address

150 Empire Street
Providence, RI
02903

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 7pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 7pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 7pm
Thursday 1pm - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 8:30am - 4pm

Telephone

(401) 455-8000

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