MAY

URI Master Gardeners: Vegetable Gardening @ Central Saturday, May 20 | 10:00 - 11:00 AM Vegetable gardening is an engaging and forgiving activity that requires basic knowledge of what vegetable plants need to thrive. Learn the basics of selecting a site for a garden, preparing it for planting, choosing seeds and plants, and planting them using a planting calendar. Learn about pests and weeds and how to deal with them, and how to care for your plants. And find out how to get help when you need it. Free and open to the public. Register at www.events.cranstonlibrary.org/event/9870517 to receive email reminders about the event or contact the library for assistance.

Poetry Workshop @ The William Hall Library Thursday, May 25 | 6:30 - 7:45 PM Do you write poetry? Would you like to share what you write and get feedback? If so, please come to the Poetry Workshop. This drop-in group is a continuation of the poetry workshop held here this past winter. This is not a class but a space for growing your poems. Free and open to the public. Register at events.cranstonlibrary.org/event/10746189 to receive email reminders about the event or contact the library for assistance.

Map Page Flower Craft for Adults @ The William Hall Library Wednesday, May 31 | 6:30 PM OR Thursday, June 1 | 3:00 PM (Same program is offered twice) Join us as we use old road maps to create fun, folded flowers. This program is for those age 18 and older. All materials and tools will be supplied by the library. Space is limited, so please register by visiting events.cranstonlibrary.org

JUNE

Native Plants Presentation @ The William Hall Library Thursday, June 1 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM Learn about native plants and how to add them to your yard! Join us as we welcome URI Master Gardener David Vissoe to give us insight into native plants. What to plant, why and where! Free and open to the public. Register at events.cranstonlibrary.org/event/10256862 to receive email reminders about the event or contact the library for assistance.

Poetry Workshop @ The William Hall Library Thursdays, June 1 - July 13 | 6:30 - 7:45 PM Do you write poetry? Would you like to share what you write and get feedback? If so, please come to the Poetry Workshop. This drop-in group is a continuation of the poetry workshop held here this past winter. This is not a class but a space for growing your poems. Free and open to the public. Register at events.cranstonlibrary.org to receive email reminders about the event or contact the library for assistance.

Electronic Recycling Drop Off @ Central Saturday, June 10 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Bring your unwanted electronics to Central Library for this e-waste recycling event. The IndiCycle van will be in the upper parking lot to help you dispose of unwanted electronics in an environmentally safe way. Visit events.cranstonlibrary.org/event/10705973 for a full list of what is and is not recyclable. While most items are accepted for free, a $10 disposal fee is charged for some items such as, laserjet printers, air conditioners, and other coolant-containing appliances.

Food Is Medicine Cooking Demo Series @ Central Tuesdays, June 13 - 27, and July 11 | 1:00 - 2:00 PM Learn how to prepare nutritious and flavorful meals on a budget and decrease your risk of obesity and related chronic diseases through food and diet changes. Each week of the series will feature a different recipe and live cooking demonstration with Kathi Masi, a nutrition and culinary arts specialist. Samples of the food will be available to taste. Participants who attend at least 3 sessions will receive a free bottle of Extra Virgin Olive Oil and a cookbook! Space is limited, and registration is required. Register at www.events.cranstonlibrary.org/event/10623848 or contact the library for assistance. This series is part of the CPL Healthy Families initiative and is presented with thanks to the generosity of the Lifespan Community Health Institute.

The King-Makers of Providence: Author Event with John Houle @ Central Wednesday, June 14 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM Join Cranston resident and author John Houle for a discussion of his breakout novel, The King-Makers of Providence. John will discuss how his real life work in Rhode Island politics, in particular his role in the 2002 special election, inspired his fictional account. John will discuss the process of writing a novel and getting published and will include a sneak peak into his new novel, The Siberian Candidate, the continuation of his story. During the event, John will sell and sign copies of The King-Makers of Providence and can accept cash, check, Venmo, and credit cards. Free and open to the public. Register at www.events.cranstonlibrary.org/event/10659534 to receive email reminders about the event or contact the library for assistance.