North Kingstown Free Library

THE LIBRARY IS CLOSED THROUGH THURSDAY, APRIL 30th

Submitted by Emily on March 13

NEW! EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: THE LIBRARY IS CLOSED THROUGH THURSDAY, APRIL 30th

During this time we ask that our users keep any library materials at home and not try and return them until the library re-opens. All overdue fines will be waived. The RI Office of Library and Information Services has cancelled all interlibrary delivery from March 16th through April 30th.

The Phones will be open from 9 to 4, Monday thru Friday. If you would like to speak to a staff member or leave a voicemail, please keep listening to hear the different options.

Our greatest concern is the health and wellness of our community. We will update you as decisions are made within the library, town, and state that effect library opertaions. We would like to remind patrons that the library has many digital collections available to cardholders including the following:

eBooks, eAudiobooks, and video streaming through Overdrive
eBooks, eAudiobooks, video/TV streaming and music through Hoopla
Video streaming through Kanopy
Music streaming through Freegal
Craft tutorials through Creativebug

The Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services has put together an extenstive guide to the educational and recreational (fun!) resources available to you through our state libraries. They have it organized by age and interest. Make sure you take advantage of everything your library card has to offer while our door are closed.

We thank you for your understanding for the seriousness of this situation. For updates about the spread of the virus you can check out the resources on our website, or view the town's update as of March 10.

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Let's Play BINGO!

Submitted by Nancy on April 03

Play COVID-19 BINGO with the Fiction Department!

There are so many options for the kids to entertained right now so how about something for the adults! We’ve developed some BINGO cards that incorporate reading challenges plus reminders on how to stay safe during this pandemic.

Directions/Rules:

The start date for this challenge is Monday, March 16, the first day we closed to the public. The end date will be the date we reopen.

Choose one of the 8 BINGO cards and print it (the link is at the bottom of this posting).

Mark the boxes as you complete them.

All returned BINGO cards will be entered into a drawing for a local business gift card. Make sure you put your name and contact info on the returned BINGO card!

Return your card to the library by:

Waiting until we reopen to drop it off.
Scan and email it to nnadeau@nklibrary.org
Regular mail to North Kingstown Free Library, Attn: BINGO, 100 Boone Street, North Kingstown, Ri 02852

Any questions? Email Nancy at nnadeau@nklibrary.org.

Thanks for playing!

BINGO CARDS.pdf

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Wireless Available Outside

Submitted by Georgene on March 26

Although the library is not open to the public, our Wireless is available outside of the library 24 hours. The signal is strongest in the Main parking lot, "The Pit", and the lawn in back of the library all the way down to the water.

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Tumble Books, free!

Submitted by Emily on March 25

Unlimited access to eBook and eAudiobook streaming from TumbleBooks is available to our patrons through August 31! Try one out today.

www.TumbleBookLibrary.com - K-6 children's ebook database
Username: tumble735
Password: books

www.TumbleMath.com - K-6 math ebook database
Username: tumble2020
Password: A3b5c6

www.TeenBookCloud.com - gr 7-12 ebook database
Username: tumble2020
Password: A3b5c6

www.AudioBookCloud.com - all ages audio book database
Username: tumble2020
Password: A3b5c6

www.RomanceBookCloud.com - a huge collection of steamy Romance novels for the older crowd!
Username: tumble2020
Password: A3b5c6

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United States 2020 Census

Submitted by Georgene on March 11

The 2020 Census is fast approaching. Data collected in the census will inform the distribution of more than $675 billion in federal funds to states and communities each year for things like infrastructure, health care, and food assistance. It’s important that we all respond to shape the future of our communities. Your responses to the 2020 Census are safe, secure, and protected by federal law. Learn more at 2020CENSUS.GOV.

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Tax Forms

Submitted by John on February 06

Tax forms from the IRS (Form 1040, 1040-SR and Schedules 1-3) are here. You may also find brief information about the revised Form 1040 and the new schedules and links to other forms online: https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-1040 .

Rhode Island personal tax forms are available here: http://www.tax.ri.gov/taxforms/personal.php

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Creativebug

Submitted by Georgene on November 30

The holiday season is the perfect time to share your creativity with friends and family. Whether making a gingerbread house with little ones, knitting a gift for a friend, or making something to decorate your home, these next few months Creativebug has classes that will instruct and inspire you through the busiest time of year.

Click Here

Tags:

craft

Creativebug

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Fax For the Public!

Submitted by Georgene on November 19

The North Kingstown Free Library now has a Fax machine for the public. Please ask downstairs at the Reference Desk for assistance.

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South County Room Catalog

Submitted by Georgene on October 09

The South County Room of the North Kingstown Free Library houses many historic items related to the history of North Kingstown and surrounding areas. While most of our local history books can be found in the Ocean State Libraries catalog, our collections of historic photographs, documents, objects and more can be found at South County Room Collection Catalog. This catalog is by no means complete and will be growing over time, so please check back often!

Enter the South County Collection Catalog

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Consumer Reports

Submitted by Georgene on February 28

NEW! Access to Ebsco’s Consumer Reports product. Patrons will have access to more reviews which Consumer Reports does not include in the magazine. Consumer Reports is an independent, nonprofit member organization that works side by side with consumers for truth, transparency, and fairness in the marketplace. We use our rigorous research, consumer insights, journalism, and policy expertise to inform purchase decisions, improve the products and services that businesses deliver, and drive regulatory and fair competitive practices.
In today’s rapidly evolving world, what we do at Consumer Reports must be as transformative and groundbreaking as the new technologies, products and services entering people's lives every day. We are passionate about our work because we know how much is at stake for you. We succeed in our mission every time your family gets a little bit safer, your finances get more secure, new technologies get more trustworthy, and the future gets that much brighter. Together we are creating a fairer, safer, and healthier world.

Date:

02/28/2019 - 2:25pm