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Going to the Movies…2012 Providence Children’s Film Festival

Going to the Movies…2012 Providence Children’s Film Festival

[ 0 ] 2.17.2012 |

Since seeing movies in a theater is still a big treat and opportunities to watch kid-appropriate films other than Disney or DreamWorks on the big screen are rare, my family eagerly supports the Providence Children’s Film Festival (PCFF) and we are looking forward to this year’s festival, February 16-21, 2012. Kidoinfo is a proud media sponsor for the third year.

Now that the festival (and school vacation) has begun I am taking some time off from Kidoinfo to volunteer at the PCFF, watch movies with my boys and assist them with their blog, FlickFlackMovieTalk.com. They enjoy being “press kids” at the fetsival—interviewing children and adults about what they thought of the movies. When not watching films or attending workshops they will be interviewing the audience, staff and directors.

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After School Special

After School Special

[ 5 ] 2.14.2012 |

So many chilly, gray afternoons. One method for combatting midwinter malaise is to play England: I Have a Stiff Upper Lip About These Gray/Grey Days and a Platter Full of Scones as Well. Just when our primal need for carbs an cozy beverages is peaking, Duck and Bunny has introduced a twist to its usual giddy afternoon tea: After School Tea.

Like Duck and Bunny’s standard fabulous tea, After School Tea includes finger sandwiches, sweets, and cup after cup of tea.

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Your Library Card is the ultimate hand-held device and it’s free!

Your Library Card is the ultimate hand-held device and it’s free!

[ 0 ] 2.8.2012 |

In 2012, the age of smart phones, tablets, readers and mp3 players – Providence Community Library wants you remind you that the ultimate hand-held device is your library card and it’s free!

During the week of February 20th, PCL will be holding a library card drive to increase patronage as much as possible! Patrons who owe late fees can have their fines wiped away by bringing in a canned good and new patrons will be able to enjoy the benefits of owning a PCL library card – the ability to check out (for free) books, movies, music from any library in the state, free computer and internet access, and so much more!

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Join us at the Providence Children’s Film Festival February 16-21, 2012

Join us at the Providence Children’s Film Festival February 16-21, 2012

[ 1 ] 2.6.2012 |

The only film festival in New England dedicated to children’s films offers quality independent movie alternatives to children and teens.

The Providence Children’s Festival hosts 6 days of films, workshops and presentations for children, youth and teens at 3 locations in downtown Providence. Watch exciting and engaging high-quality, international films, animation, and documentaries. Tickets are $7.50 general admission; $5.00 children, students, seniors which includes free admission on Saturday and Sunday (only) to the RISD Museum. Films and events at RISD Metcalf Auditorium are free with the exception of Opening night (Tickets are $15.00 adult; $10.00 children.) Discount family packages are available.

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Introducing the New Children’s Discovery Library at Providence Public Library: The Story Starts Here!

Introducing the New Children’s Discovery Library at Providence Public Library: The Story Starts Here!

[ 0 ] 1.26.2012 |

The Providence Public Library children’s room has transformed into the Children’s Discovery Library – The Story Starts Here! The new Children’s Discovery Library officially opens on Saturday, January 28 at 12:30 pm with a ribbon cutting, special guests and activities. Parents and children will have the opportunity to learn about and explore the new Children’s Discovery Library space, free and open to public. Activities include face painting, refreshments and prize drawings.

To create Rhode Island’s latest family learning destination, Providence Public Library (PPL) contracted Providence Children’s Museum, which has earned both a national reputation for the excellence of its exhibits and the popular acclaim of generations of southern New England’s children and caregivers. The artful re-imagining and design of PPL’s children’s library has resulted in a captivating and enriching environment for early learners. We love collaborations and are excited to see and play in this new space!

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