The library is closing early at 2:00 p.m. TODAY, Thursday, September 18th for staff training. We will reopen tomorrow, Friday, September 19th at 9:00 a.m. Thank you!
all Events
Wednesday, October 29
10:00am - 11:00am
We interrupt our regularly scheduled Family Story Time with a Halloween party for our youngest patrons! This event is sponsored by the Friends of Jamestown Philomenian Library!
Join Colleen & Erin for a seasonal celebration with candy... Read More
Capacity: 0/80
Wednesday, October 29
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Details coming soon
Thursday, October 30
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
Saturday, November 01
9:00am - 12:00pm
E-Waste Recycling by Indie Cycle LLC
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. @Jamestown Philomenian Library (26 North Road)
Items accepted at NO charge: Computers, laptops, monitors, routers, PDA's, cell phones,... Read More
Saturday, November 01
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Ukulele Class for Beginners
Ukulele Class is Back!
Saturdays starting October 11 - November 29
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Meeting Hall
Ukulele and... Read More
Capacity: 0/20
Saturday, November 01
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Ukulele Class for Beginners
Ukulele Class is Back!
Saturdays starting October 11 - November 29
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Meeting Hall
Ukulele and... Read More
Capacity: 0/20
Saturday, November 01
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Ukulele Class for Beginners
Ukulele Class is Back!
Saturdays starting October 11 - November 29
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Meeting Hall
Ukulele and... Read More
Capacity: 0/20
Monday, November 03
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
Monday, November 03
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Let’s LEGO Club
Join us after school each Monday 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... Read More
Monday, November 03
4:15pm - 6:30pm
Mah Jongg Play Series - 4:15 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
National Mah Jongg League rules
You must have your own official standard hands card
Email ... Read More
Tuesday, November 04
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Freaky Friday
PG | 1 hour 37 minutes | Comedy | Feel-Good
Jamie Lee Curtis, Lindsay Lohan, Mark Harmon
Directed by Mark Waters
Tess and her daughter, Anna, do not get along. However, things take a turn when, in a freak... Read More
Capacity: 0/Unlimited
Tuesday, November 04
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Compost 101 with the RI Food Policy Council
Tuesday, November 4
6:00 p.m.
Library Meeting Hall
This presentation will walk community members through the basics of what composting is, how it’s made, methods of composting at home or... Read More
Tuesday, November 04
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Compost 101 with the RI Food Policy Council
Tuesday, November 4
6:00 p.m.
Library Meeting Hall
This presentation will walk community members through the basics of what composting is, how it’s made, methods of composting at home or... Read More
Tuesday, November 04
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Compost 101 with the RI Food Policy Council
Tuesday, November 4
6:00 p.m.
Library Meeting Hall
This presentation will walk community members through the basics of what composting is, how it’s made, methods of composting at home or... Read More
Tuesday, November 04
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Drop-In Genealogy
5:30 - 7:30 the first Tuesday of every month in the Sydney Wright Room.
Bring your notes, laptop, questions, or just come by to get assistance with your research.
Wednesday, November 05
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
Capacity: 0/Unlimited
Wednesday, November 05
3:30pm - 4:15pm
Recommended for middle school readers, grades 5-8
Join Colleen & Erin for our One More Chapter Book Club. We meet after school, once a month, to discuss traditional, novel-style chapter books. Snacks and activity will be provided.
To join One... Read More
Wednesday, November 05
3:30pm - 4:15pm
Recommended for middle school readers, grades 5-8
Join Colleen & Erin for our One More Chapter Book Club. We meet after school, once a month, to discuss traditional, novel-style chapter books. Snacks and activity will be provided.
To join One... Read More
Wednesday, November 05
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Details to come!
Wednesday, November 05
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!
Thursday, November 06
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
Thursday, November 06
3:30pm - 4:15pm
For children in grades 1 & 2 who are learning to read independently!
Join Colleen & Erin for My First Book Club. We meet after school, once a month, to read a story together and complete a story-related activity. A snack will be provided. ... Read More
Thursday, November 06
3:30pm - 4:15pm
For children in grades 1 & 2 who are learning to read independently!
Join Colleen & Erin for My First Book Club. We meet after school, once a month, to read a story together and complete a story-related activity. A snack will be provided. ... Read More
Saturday, November 08
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Ukulele Class for Beginners
Ukulele Class is Back!
Saturdays starting October 11 - November 29
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Meeting Hall
Ukulele and... Read More
Capacity: 0/20
Saturday, November 08
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Ukulele Class for Beginners
Ukulele Class is Back!
Saturdays starting October 11 - November 29
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Meeting Hall
Ukulele and... Read More
Capacity: 0/20
Saturday, November 08
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Ukulele Class for Beginners
Ukulele Class is Back!
Saturdays starting October 11 - November 29
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Meeting Hall
Ukulele and... Read More
Capacity: 0/20
Monday, November 10
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
Monday, November 10
2:00pm - 4:00pm
A meeting of the local knitting group, Needles Galore.
Monday, November 10
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Let’s LEGO Club
Join us after school each Monday 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... Read More
Monday, November 10
4:15pm - 6:30pm
Mah Jongg Play Series - 4:15 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
National Mah Jongg League rules
You must have your own official standard hands card
Email ... Read More