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Wednesday, August 2nd, 2017If you missed it, Herman Melville’s 198th birthday celebration was yesterday on 8/1/17. To celebrate, first listen to WGBH’s commentary about Herman Melville by Mark Herz and Edgar B. Herwick III , then decide what you want to read by calling Talk Books Plus at 401 – 574-9310 or email us at olis.tbplus@olis.ri.gov. The following are […]
What College Students Read During the Summer
Wednesday, July 26th, 2017During the summer, many colleges assign books to read for their incoming freshman and other interested students. Here are a few identified by Dana Golstein in her New York Times article on 7/1/17. DB82201 Between the World and Me by TA-Nehisi Coates – “essayistic exploration of violence done to the black male body in America” […]
Celebrate Henry David Thoreau’s 200th Birthday Today
Wednesday, July 12th, 2017Henry David Thoreau was born on 7/12/1817 in Concord, Massachusetts. Today is his 200th birthday. Listen to the National Public Radio broadcast of his life and comments from his biographers. Then you can enjoy some of his books and writings by calling RI Talking Books Plus at 401-574-9310 or email us at olis.tbplus@olis.ri.gov . Some […]
Books of Biography & Memoir
Wednesday, June 28th, 2017The Route One Reads initiative is a partnership between 16 affiliate “Centers for the Book” to promote books that illuminate important aspects of their state or commonwealths for readers. In Rhode Island, we have our own affiliate the Rhode Island Center for the Book to select books. Rhode Island’s 2017 book is listed first along with five […]
The Ocean State – Rhode Island
Wednesday, June 21st, 2017We are fortunate to have many great activities to do in the Ocean State. One of them is SAVE the BAY Exploration Center & Aquarium in Newport. It is designed for children and adults who like to come up close to ocean dwelling sea life. Their summer hours are daily from 10:00am to 4:00pm. While […]
2017 RI Farm Scavenger Hunt
Wednesday, June 14th, 2017Summer begins on June 20th, and Rhode Island farmers have been busy planting and tending their crops. Enjoy all that RI local farms offer and have fun by participating in the 2017 RI Farm Scavenger Hunt by registering with the RI Fruitgrowers. In between visits, request and read some of the new digital books we have […]
SVF Foundation Annual Visitors Day June 10, 2017
Wednesday, June 7th, 2017Enjoy Free Admission on June 10, 2017 and learn more about the Smithsonian and SVF Biodiversity Preservation Project by visiting their Swiss Village site in Newport, RI. For more information, call (401)848-7229 or email info@svffoundation.org. You may also go to their website for more information. In addition, we have some digital books in our collection […]
Rhode Island Special Needs Emergency Registry
Wednesday, May 31st, 2017Be prepared for any emergency that may come your way. The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) have developed this registry as a service to Rhode Islanders with chronic conditions, disabilities, and other special healthcare needs. It is a system for the identification of Rhode Islanders who […]
Coastal Wine Trail
Wednesday, May 24th, 2017Did you know Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut share a Coastal Wine Trail of 14 vineyards and wineries along their coastlines? With the weather improving and the grapes growing, it may be time to visit your favorite seashore winery or vineyard. Review the list on the Coastal Wine Trail by selecting vineyards. In between visits to your […]
From Seed to Your Table in the Summertime
Wednesday, May 17th, 2017From your local farm or your own garden, summertime brings fresh food to the your kitchen and table. We have some books to help you make it the happen. DB72669 The town that food saved: how one community found vitality in local food by Ben Hewitt DB84286 The story of seeds: from Mendel’s garden to your plate, […]
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