Events
Saturday, July 19
9:00am - 1:45pm
Focus group
Event Location: Sydney Wright Room
Saturday, July 19
10:00am - 11:30am
Annual Financial Meeting
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Monday, July 21
10:30am - 11:30am
Rusty Pens Writing & Storytelling Workshop
Activate your inner writer and share your memories and life experiences. This creative writing workshop is designed to elicit reflections on your own stories, as well as sharing new ideas. Beginners are... Read More
Event Location: Sydney Wright Room
Monday, July 21
4:30pm - 6:45pm
Mah Jongg Play Series - 4:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
National Mah Jongg League rules
You must have your own official standard hands card
Email ... Read More
Event Location: Sydney Wright Room
Monday, July 21
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Spend a summer evening with performer and therapeutic musician, Chris Monti! Chris performs traditional folk tunes, interactive sing-alongs, early rock and roll, and global song renditions for newborns to middle-schoolers. ... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Tuesday, July 22
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Stay Tuned!
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Tuesday, July 22
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens in attendance get to vote for what game-inspired classic we watch. All options are rated PG.
What will it be?
Jumanji (1995) 104 Minutes
Sonic the Hedgehog (2020) 99 Minutes
Wreck-It Ralph (2012) 108 Minutes... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Wednesday, July 23
10:00am - 10:30am
Wednesdays: 10:00 a.m. — 10:30 a.m.
For children ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver
Join Colleen and Erin for stories and songs! We focus on early literacy, gross motor skills, and socialization through books, music, and movement in a relaxed and... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Wednesday, July 23
6:00pm - 7:00pm
2025 Summer Reading Event (Adult)
Trivia with WRIK Entertainment!
Have any random facts taking up space in your brain? Join us for Trivia with WRIK Entertainment to test your knowledge!
Play as an... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Wednesday, July 23
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Wednesday, July 23
4:00 p.m.
Sydney Wright Room
How it Works:
Sign up for a recipe from this month’s book selection (email emma@jplri.org)
Bring the dish you... Read More
Event Location: Sydney Wright Room
Thursday, July 24
10:00am - 10:30am
Wednesdays & Thursdays: 10:00 a.m. — 10:30 a.m.
For children ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver
A story time featuring books, finger rhymes, and interactive songs. We focus on early literacy, gross motor skills, and socialization through stories,... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Thursday, July 24
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us each Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Let's LEGO Club is for builders of all skill-levels. Leave your LEGOs at home; we provide the materials. You provide the imagination! All materials must stay in the library, so bring a camera to... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Monday, July 28
10:30am - 11:30am
Rusty Pens Writing & Storytelling Workshop
Activate your inner writer and share your memories and life experiences. This creative writing workshop is designed to elicit reflections on your own stories, as well as sharing new ideas. Beginners are... Read More
Event Location: Sydney Wright Room
Monday, July 28
2:00pm - 4:00pm
A meeting of the local knitting group, Needles Galore.
Event Location: Sydney Wright Room
Monday, July 28
4:30pm - 6:45pm
Mah Jongg Play Series - 4:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
National Mah Jongg League rules
You must have your own official standard hands card
Email ... Read More
Event Location: Sydney Wright Room
Monday, July 28
6:00pm - 7:00pm
This magic act delights audiences of any age! With the help of his sidekicks, Presto the Rabbit and Flutter the Fish, Russ has captivated crowds for over 30 years with his modern take on classic tricks.... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Tuesday, July 29
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Stay Tuned!
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Tuesday, July 29
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Blindfolded participants will see how many foods they can identify by taste, which flavor of chip is best, and which Oreo wins fan favorite. ... Read More
Event Location: Sydney Wright Room
Wednesday, July 30
10:00am - 10:30am
Wednesdays: 10:00 a.m. — 10:30 a.m.
For children ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver
Join Colleen and Erin for stories and songs! We focus on early literacy, gross motor skills, and socialization through books, music, and movement in a relaxed and... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Wednesday, July 30
3:30pm - 4:15pm
Recommended for independent readers in grades 3 & 4
Join Colleen & Erin for Snacks & Stories: Book Club for Grades 3 & 4.
Event Location: Sydney Wright Room
Wednesday, July 30
5:00pm - 7:45pm
Details to come!
This event is sponsored by The Friends of Jamestown Philomenian Library.
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Thursday, July 31
10:00am - 10:30am
Wednesdays & Thursdays: 10:00 a.m. — 10:30 a.m.
For children ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver
A story time featuring books, finger rhymes, and interactive songs. We focus on early literacy, gross motor skills, and socialization through stories,... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Thursday, July 31
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us each Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Let's LEGO Club is for builders of all skill-levels. Leave your LEGOs at home; we provide the materials. You provide the imagination! All materials must stay in the library, so bring a camera to... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Monday, August 04
10:30am - 11:30am
Rusty Pens Writing & Storytelling Workshop
Activate your inner writer and share your memories and life experiences. This creative writing workshop is designed to elicit reflections on your own stories, as well as sharing new ideas. Beginners are... Read More
Event Location: Sydney Wright Room
Monday, August 04
2:00pm - 4:00pm
A meeting of the local knitting group, Needles Galore.
Event Location: Sydney Wright Room
Monday, August 04
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Join Brandon Morgan from Midsummer Games for this original Star Wars RPG Adventure.
Jabba is dead. His seat on the Hutt High Council is empty, and many eye it for themselves. While the ganglords are busy with their politics, pirates and... Read More
Event Location: Sydney Wright Room
Monday, August 04
4:30pm - 6:45pm
Mah Jongg Play Series - 4:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
National Mah Jongg League rules
You must have your own official standard hands card
Email ... Read More
Event Location: Sydney Wright Room
Monday, August 04
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dave returns with his animal menagerie! You will have the opportunity to hold turtles, snakes, lizards, and small mammals. Enjoy the excitement of nature in this immersive experience. ... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Tuesday, August 05
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Stay Tuned!
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Wednesday, August 06
10:00am - 10:30am
Wednesdays: 10:00 a.m. — 10:30 a.m.
For children ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver
Join Colleen and Erin for stories and songs! We focus on early literacy, gross motor skills, and socialization through books, music, and movement in a relaxed and... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Wednesday, August 06
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Readers of all ages who complete the 2025 Summer reading Challenge our invited to our Finale party, where the grand prize winner will be announced. Completionists will receive an email with complete details!
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Wednesday, August 06
5:30pm - 7:45pm
Open to all Jamestown residents, this is just a group of people who love to knit, crochet or enjoy any non-messy fiber related craft. Come and spend a few hours with us and enjoy conversation and fiber!
Event Location: Sydney Wright Room
Thursday, August 07
10:00am - 10:30am
Wednesdays & Thursdays: 10:00 a.m. — 10:30 a.m.
For children ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver
A story time featuring books, finger rhymes, and interactive songs. We focus on early literacy, gross motor skills, and socialization through stories,... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Thursday, August 07
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us each Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Let's LEGO Club is for builders of all skill-levels. Leave your LEGOs at home; we provide the materials. You provide the imagination! All materials must stay in the library, so bring a camera to... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Monday, August 11
9:00am - 8:00pm
The library will be closed on Monday, August 11th for Victory Day and will reopen Tuesday, August 12th, at 9:00 AM.
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Tuesday, August 12
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Stay Tuned!
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Tuesday, August 12
7:00pm - 7:45pm
The JHS Annual Meeting with speaker/filmmaker Nick Francis who will show his 17 min. documentary, "The Last Azorean Whalemen." Expect 75 or so attendees. Will serve cookies and coffee/tea.
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Wednesday, August 13
10:00am - 10:30am
Wednesdays: 10:00 a.m. — 10:30 a.m.
For children ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver
Join Colleen and Erin for stories and songs! We focus on early literacy, gross motor skills, and socialization through books, music, and movement in a relaxed and... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Thursday, August 14
10:00am - 10:30am
Wednesdays & Thursdays: 10:00 a.m. — 10:30 a.m.
For children ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver
A story time featuring books, finger rhymes, and interactive songs. We focus on early literacy, gross motor skills, and socialization through stories,... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Thursday, August 14
12:00pm - 2:00pm
1 - On - 1 Tech Support
Sign up for a 30-minute slot for 1 - on - 1 tech help with Michael from ATEL.
Please email Emma (emma@jplri.org) or call (401) 423-7280 to reserve... Read More
Event Location: Green Conference Room
Thursday, August 14
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us each Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Let's LEGO Club is for builders of all skill-levels. Leave your LEGOs at home; we provide the materials. You provide the imagination! All materials must stay in the library, so bring a camera to... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Monday, August 18
10:30am - 11:30am
Rusty Pens Writing & Storytelling Workshop
Activate your inner writer and share your memories and life experiences. This creative writing workshop is designed to elicit reflections on your own stories, as well as sharing new ideas. Beginners are... Read More
Event Location: Sydney Wright Room
Monday, August 18
4:30pm - 6:45pm
Mah Jongg Play Series - 4:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
National Mah Jongg League rules
You must have your own official standard hands card
Email ... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Tuesday, August 19
10:00am - 10:45am
Join Solé for a fun and interactive story time. This bilingual program introduces children (ages 0 to 5 years) to Spanish through stories, songs, and dance.
No registration is required; all story times are held in the Meeting Hall.
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Tuesday, August 19
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Stay Tuned!
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Tuesday, August 19
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Monthly board meeting of the Jamestown Philomenian Library Board of Trustees.
Event Location: Sydney Wright Room
Wednesday, August 20
10:00am - 10:30am
Wednesdays: 10:00 a.m. — 10:30 a.m.
For children ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver
Join Colleen and Erin for stories and songs! We focus on early literacy, gross motor skills, and socialization through books, music, and movement in a relaxed and... Read More
Event Location: Meeting Hall
Wednesday, August 20
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dewey's Readers
Non-Fiction Book Group with Retired Librarian Deborah Homer
Third Wednesday of the month at 4:00 PM
Click ... Read More
Event Location: Green Conference Room