News from the Mohr Memorial Library
The fine-free period for all Rhode Island public libraries has been extended to March 1, 2021. However, if folks have overdue books, please bring them back so other patrons can enjoy them.
Gingerbread house decorating
The Artists’ Exchange will pack up everything needed to decorate a gingerbread masterpiece from the comfort of your own home. Select a day and time to come pick up your house kit and take a peek at the organization’s gingerbread installation and workshop.
This year’s gingerbread house decorating kits are available for pick up. You can register and purchase kits for $8 before Nov. 30 and $10 after Dec. 1. They can be picked up Dec. 3 through Dec. 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Space per time slot is limited and registration is required. For more information, call 490-9475.
Visit artists-exchange.org for more information and to register. Once your house is complete, submit photos for the chance to win free camps and classes at Artists’ Exchange.
During this uncertain time, the Artists’ Exchange, located at 50 Rolfe Square, understands the social aspects a student receives from the classroom are extremely important and is doing everything it can to provide a safe environment for its artists. Please visit artists-exchange.org for information and safety measures taken due to COVID-19.
Spirit of giving to those with dementia
On Tuesday, Dec. 1, at 6:30 p.m., Katheryne “Kate” Fassbender will be hosting a Zoom webinar with the support of Commonwealth House, Keystone Real Estate Group and O’Hara Senior Care about the spirit of giving for those with dementia.
Prior to the webinar, caregivers will be able to pick up a bag of trigger items at Commonwealth House Assisted Living and O’Hara Senior Care.
Fassbender will be teaching participants how to use these trigger items to help cope, strengthen relationships and find ways for families caring for dementia to enjoy the holiday season.
It’s so difficult to manage the holidays during the pandemic, but it can be particularly challenging for families that are caring for a loved one with dementia. Fassbender explained that something as simple as a pine cone may trigger the memory of decorating the Christmas tree or a recipe card may trigger a memory of when someone prepared a holiday meal.
Commonwealth House is located at 655 Commonwealth Ave. in Warwick. O’Hara Senior Care is located at 494 Warren Ave. in East Providence.
To receive more information on attending, please email candrews@commonwealthhiusri.com.
Zoom-ba coming soon
The MS Dream Center will offer a virtual Chair Zoom-ba Program sponsored by Maguire Disability Law with the class being instructed by Michelle Calise.
Starting Nov. 16, classes will be offered nationally on Mondays at 1 p.m. and Saturdays at 11 a.m. for people with MS and their loved ones. There is no fee to participate and classes can accommodate up to 100 people on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please contact Anne at anne@msdreamcenter.org to register for the classes and to complete a signed liability waiver, which is required of all participants.
The MS Dream Center provides a dedicated resource and support facility in which people living with Multiple Sclerosis, and their care partners, may engage in a wide variety of interactive social and educational activities, workshops and therapies. The MS Dream Center goal is to bring awareness to the disease and reach out to those living with it, empowering them and offering important respite opportunities for care partners.
Free craft and activity kits at the Mohr
The Mohr Library is giving out free kits with children’s crafts and activities themed for fall, Halloween and Thanksgiving. Patrons can pick them up in person or curbside, but first they have to call 401-231-4980, ext. 5, or email meri@mohrlibrary.org to reserve them.
The in-person pickup times are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 8 p.m.; and Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Curbside pickup is available Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Mohr Library extended hours
The Mohr Library has extended its in-library hours to Mondays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 8 p.m., and Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
They are putting some of their books and videos for kids upstairs in the teen room, and they will retrieve whatever people want, offer reader’s advisory, and order items if they aren’t here. Right now the kids’ Halloween videos and books are out on display.
Curbside service is still available during normal hours: Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Mask wearing is required and people are asked to maintain physical distance. Members of the public will be admitted as capacity allows.
Troop 22 looking for Scouts
Boy Scout Troop 22 Cranston is looking for new Scouts. Following all the BSA and state of Rhode Island safety protocols, the troop is meeting, hiking and camping. It has a full schedule of activities planned for the 2020-21 program year. Troop 22 is affiliated with girls’ Troop 13-G, which is also looking for new members. Both units meet at the Edgewood Congregational Church, 1788 Broad St., at 7 p.m. on most Thursdays.
The program is for youth ages 11 to 18. For younger children, Troop 22 also has a relationship with Cub Scout Pack 2 Cranston. Anyone interested is invited to call Paul Kelley at 401-595-6726 for more information.
Teen virtual programming during COVID-19
The Mohr Library is currently offering virtual versions of some of its teen programs as well as drop-in chats! They are all invite-only programs, so please contact the teen librarian at marissa@mohrlibrary.org to register or if you have any questions.
Art Club meets every Tuesday at 3 p.m. History Club meets monthly on the first Wednesday at 3 p.m. Drop-in chat days differ weekly, so please ask when registering.
‘Blue Line’ patch offered by Johnston Police
The Johnston Police Department is now selling “Blue Line” edition collectible patches. All of the proceeds from the sale of the patches will support Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) and the work it does for the families of fallen police officers.
To purchase a patch, visit ibpo-local307-johnstonri.square.site.
Medicare eligibility
Coronavirus is presenting many challenges in the Rhode Island community for Medicare eligibles. Help with understanding Medicare health insurance is becoming an issue as companies transform their business processes. Luckily, local Medicare health plan agents are available and can operate remotely. Get no-cost help understanding Medicare health plan benefits from multiple insurance companies. Call today at 241-7985.
Help make a house a home
The Furniture Bank of RI, a nonprofit corporation, needs bureaus, complete twin or double beds, kitchen sets, mattresses, and other household furniture that you no longer need. To help a less fortunate family through your charitable donation of good used furniture, call 831-5511 to arrange for pick up. All donated articles must be in good condition.
Did you know?
The Wampanoag Indians were the people who taught the Pilgrims how to cultivate the land and the Pilgrim leader, Governor William Bradford, had organized the first Thanksgiving feast in the year 1621 and invited the neighboring Wampanoag Indians also to the feast.
The first Thanksgiving feast was held in the presence of around 90 Wampanoag and the Wampanoag chief, Massasoit, was also invited there. It was a three-day celebration. (Source: Thanksgiving Fun Facts)
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