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  • “I Cheerfully Refuse” by Leif Enger

    Audrey recommends: I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger

    Genre: Science fiction

    Reading level: Adult

    Summary: A futuristic folk tale about a man on a mythological quest across Lake Superior.

    Audrey says: I loved reading Rainy’s enthusiastic first-person narration and its unique use of language, and meeting all the charming characters that inhabit this not-too-distant America. Enger’s writing fully inhabits a world that is familiar and yet unfamiliar, and maintains a folkloric quality that resembles an oral tradition tale like The Odyssey or Beowulf.

    This title is available at Foster Public Library.

  • “Winter’s Gift” by Jane Monroe Donovan

    Cathy recommends: Winter’s Gift by Jane Monroe Donovan

    Genre: Picture book

    Reading Level: Preschool

    Summary: A man living alone rescues a horse in distress.

    Cathy says: It’s a feel-good story. Fit for Christmas, for anyone who loves horses, for anyone who wonders why they help others, and for compassion for the elderly.

    This title is available at Tyler Free Library.

  • Diorama Workshop

    Join us on December 11 at 6pm to make a tiny world inside an ornament! Choose from miniature animals, plants, and ephemera to build your own diorama scene.

  • Christmas Wrapping Fundraiser

    Our talented staff at Foster Public Library will wrap your holiday gifts for you! Bring up to 4 gifts, make a donation, and sit back with some cider while we prepare the presents. Join us on Wednesday, December 3 or Thursday, December 18.

  • Winter Wildlife

    What do animals do in winter? Learn about the unique adaptations of each local creature with Jane from Animal Rescue RI! Homeschool students are invited to join us on Wednesday, November 19 at 1pm at Foster Library.

  • Craft Time: Gratitude Collage

    Remix old paper, stickers, and pictures into new art! You’re welcome to bring photos to make your collage one of a kind. This event takes place November 7 at 1pm at Foster Library.

  • Kid & Teen DND – November

    November 17, 5pm at Tyler Free Library. Join us for our fun campaign! Whether you’ve played before or not, all are welcome. Email adubois@fosterlibraries.org to let us know you’re coming.

  • Paper Pumpkin Pals & Clothespin Bats

    Make a customized jack o’ lantern friend to hang on your fridge! Children of all ages are welcome, and all materials will be provided. We hope to see you at Foster Library on Friday, October 10 for this craft.

  • Primates

    Learn about our distant cousins: monkeys and apes! Our homeschool club welcomes special guest Jane from Animal Rescue RI on September 24, 1pm.

  • Letters at the Library

    If you want to send snail mail, but never have the time, join us for our drop-in letter-writing program! We have tons of materials to help you get started, and a cozy space to write your letters. Stop by between 5 and 7:30 on September 18 at Foster Public Library.