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  • “Spare” by Prince Harry

    Olivia recommends: Spare by Prince Harry

    Genre: Autobiography

    Reading Level: Adult

    Summary: This is Prince Harry’s biography from childhood to adulthood. The book goes into detail about the many trials and tribulations he faces as a member of the royal family.

    Olivia says: I recommend this book because it as extremely eye-opening. It is easy to believe that the royal family is perfect in every way based on what the media portrays. Prince Harry’s side of the story was told well and is honestly very believable. I have a totally different picture in the my head of the family he as born into and the reason why he needed to get himself, his wife and two children out of the spotlight and somewhere more safe. I recommend listening to this book over reading it, as hearing his voice tell his own story makes the reader have a more sympathetic ear toward his cause.

    This book is available at Foster Public Library.

  • Women’s Intro to Firearms

    *Please note: This event is at capacity. Join our waitlist below to be informed of last-minute cancellations.*

    Foster Libraries is joined by RIDEM to present an introduction to firearms for new shooters. This event takes place on Tuesday, September 12 at 5pm at Foster Public Library. Please register by signing up in person, calling either library, or using our online form.

  • Peacelove Poetry Mandala Workshop

    Clear your mind and calm your soul with the art of mandalas! Lauren from Parent Support Network of RI will be helping us create beautiful mandalas and poetry.

    This event takes place at Foster Public Library on Wednesday, September 27 at 5:30pm. You can register by signing up in person, calling either library, emailing ofriederich@fosterlibraries.org, or using our online form.

  • Women’s Map & Compass Basics

    *Please note: This event is now at capacity. You may join our waitlist below in case of last-minute cancellations.*

    Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) presents a program for first-time hikers! Join us to learn the foundations of finding your way in the wilderness.

    The event will take place at Foster Public Library on Tuesday, September 19 at 5pm. Please register by signing up in person, calling either library, or using our online form.

  • Stuffed Animal Sleepover

    What do stuffed animals do when you’re not looking? Find out at our stuffed animal sleepover! Drop off your plushie on Tuesday, September 26 anytime during the day. We’ll take photos of what your animals get up to at night, and then you can pick up your stuffed animal the next day.

  • Foster and the People – Episode 3: Local Author Spotlight

    Olivia and Audrey are joined by Becky Adams, a local writer who has been a part of the Foster community for years. She tells her story, gives writing advice, and talks about how to express the inexpressible.

    Please note this episode mentions topics of suicide and grief. Listen with care.

    Tending the Garden of Memories and Closer Than We Appear will soon be available to borrow from Foster Public Library.

    Here’s where you can find Becky’s work:

    Not on Spotify? You can still listen directly on our website below!

  • Celestial Treasures Stargazing Night

    *Please note: We have had to postpone this even until later this year. Watch our social media, newsletter, and website for a new date. Thank you for your patience.*

    Join us for a night filled with stars and space exploration! Robert Horton, Manager of Astrological Labs and Ladd Observatory at Brown University, will be giving a short stargazing presentation before we use telescopes and binoculars to search the skies! We will identify constellations, observe Saturn, nebulae and star clusters. This will be an evening program at Tyler Free Library on Friday, September 8 at 8pm as we need fully dark skies. All ages are welcome. Participants are encouraged to bring a red headlamp and binoculars if you have them. Telescopes will be provided. Rain dates are 9/15 and 9/22 at the same place and time.

    You can register by signing up in person, calling either library, emailing ofriederich@fosterlibraries.org, or using our online form.

  • “The Dispossessed” by Ursula K. Le Guin

    Audrey recommends: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin

    Genre: Science fiction

    Reading Level: Adult

    Summary: Shevek, a brilliant scientist in a utopian socialist society, visits the world where his people came from: a capitalist planet much like modern-day Earth.

    Audrey says: Le Guin wrote The Dispossessed in 1974. As we approach the 50th anniversary if its publication, it’s startling how it seems to be more relevant now than ever. The first chapter alone, where Shevek innocently questions the wasteful consumption that we take for granted as a part of everyday American life, is such an incisive critique of capitalism without being didactic. Throughout the text, the reader slowly learns that the supposed “utopian” society Shevek comes from is not quite so perfect either. After all, who decides what is best for the collective, when the collective is comprised of individuals with their own needs and wants? Le Guin writes in her introduction to The Left Hand of Darkness: “Science fiction is not predictive; it is descriptive […] I’m merely observing, in the peculiar, devious, and thought-experimental manner proper to science fiction, that if you look at us at certain odd times of day in certain weathers, [what] we already are.” The Dispossessed is a mirror through which we can see our world through the eyes of someone who wasn’t born into it, allowing us to name the flaws we misidentify as necessities. This novel deserves all the praise it gets, and I expect a lot of fanfare in 2024.

  • Sea Glass Jewelry Workshop

    *NOTE: This event is at capacity. You may still join the waitlist in case of last minute cancellations.*

    Look beach-ready with some amazing sea glass jewelry! At 6pm on August 22 at Foster Public Library, we’ll be using wire to wrap sea glass and turn it into wearable necklaces.

    Materials are limited. You can register by signing up in person, calling either library, emailing ofriederich@fosterlibraries.org, or using our online form.

  • Animal Experiences (Summer Reading Finale)

    Learn about animals with Dave Marchetti! On August 17 at 6pm, we’ll meet some reptiles and find out all about their lives.

    This is also our summer reading finale, and your last chance to earn raffle tickets before we draw!

    The event will take place at the Foster Fairgrounds. Stay tuned to this page for the latest information.