Events

Friends of the Library

Wednesday January 27, 2010 Mother Goose Story Time 10:15 a.m. - 10:45 Children's Room

Join us for a 30 minute literature based program featuring nursey rhymes, finger plays, songs and books for children from birth to 2 years along with a parent or caregiver.

Contact: 423-7280 Rowenadunlap@gmail.com

Wednesday, January 27, 2010 Storytime for 2 - 5 year olds 11:30 - 12:15 Children's Room

Join us for storytime for a 2-5 year olds along with their parents or caregivers, in a 45 minute program featureing books, songers, finger plays, and activities.

Contact: 423-7280 Rowenadunlap@gmail.com

February 4, 2010 Rhode Island Reds Book Cafe 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Meeting Room Rhode Island Reds Book Cafe: A cooperative venture between Jamestown Philomenian Library and Jamestown School

Savvy Dinner at the Jamestown Philomenian Library Sixth graders from Jamestown School, with or without a parent or gardian, are invited to a Rooster Games dinner/book discussion at the Jamestown Philomenian Library on February 4th, from 6:00 - 7:30. There will be pizza, juice boxes, and Mib's perfect birthday cake! Come with your appetite and questions or discussion points (e.g.what was your favorite part? Do you think everyone has a "savvy"? What kind of savvy would you choose, if you could?) Please let Mrs. Casey at the Jamestown School Library know by February 1st the latest, if you plan to attend this session so we are prepared. This program has been arranged by Jamestown School Library Media Specialist Lisa Casey and Jamestown Philomenian Library Children's and Young Adult Librarian Rowena Burke. For more information, contact either librarian. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Jamestown Philomenian Library. RICBA information:

Contact: Rowena Burke rowenadunlap@gmail.com

Boston Symphony Family Program

The BSO has a long history of presenting classical music programs to educate and entertain young audiences. Year after year, these programs continue to thrill and inspire the next generation of music lovers. The weekday Youth Concerts attract elementary and middle school children and their teachers from all across New England, while the weekend Family Concerts are a delightful way for families to spend time together. BSO Youth and Family concerts are compelling and interactive and will introduce young people and families to the wide spectrum of classical music. This season’s theme is “Driving Forces.” The programs will be led by Thomas Wilkins, Music Director of the Omaha Symphony. His energy and commitment to promoting a lifelong enthusiasm for music makes him an audience favorite among all ages. Also this season, the BSO has teamed up with Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras (BYSO), led by music director Federico Cortese, to provide an entertaining Family Subscription option featuring both BSO members and the outstanding young musicians from BYSO. All shows offer hands-on preor post-concert activities that add to your enjoyment. We look forward to welcoming you to one the BSO’s longstanding traditions in world-renowned Symphony Hall! "Driving Forces"

All of us young and old use the word "driving" in many different ways in our everyday language - everything from "driving a car” to having the "drive" to achieve our dreams. In all of those instances the same ingredients are necessary: having a goal, staying on course, and not giving up. Composers and musicians of all kinds have demonstrated this for centuries. This program shows how this is done with music and how it applies to us as listeners.

March 5, 2010 11:50am
//Program will include://
 * Boston Symphony Orchestra**
 * Thomas Wilkins, conductor**
 * KHACHATURIAN** //Gayane// : Sabre Dance
 * MOZART** Overture to The //Impresario//
 * ROSSINI** Overture to //William Tell//
 * TCHAIKOVSKY** //Swan Lake// : Introduction
 * KHACHATURIAN** //Masquerade//: Galop
 * BIZET** //Farandole//
 * DVOŘÁK** Slavonic Dance, Op. 46, No. 1
 * TCHAIKOVSKY** Symphony No. 4: Finale

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