The Scituate Preservation Society will present on the local mapmaker, George E. Matteson. Get a close up view of original maps, dive into local legends, and hear from Matteson's own grandson! Registration required. Email info@louttitlibrary.org or call 401-397-3434 to register.
This program presentation is a partnership between the Louttit Library and the West Greenwich Preservation and Heritage Commission.
Preserve the taste of the season all year round with the "Preserving the Harvest" workshop! Get ready to say goodbye to wasted produce and hello to a pantry full of delicious, homemade preserves! In this class, we'll teach you the ins and outs of pickling, canning, freezing, and drying so you can turn your bountiful harvest into long-lasting, flavourful treats. From cucumbers to tomatoes, and herbs to fruits, we'll show you how to keep your harvest fresh and delicious.
In this hands-on workshop, we'll cover:
- Pros and cons of each preservation method
- Variety of veggies, fruits, and herbs that are commonly grown at home and found at local farm stands & farmers' markets
- Demonstrations on how to naturally make pickles, sauerkraut, or kimchi
- Standards of cleanliness and equipment necessary for each method
- Quick methods for those short on time
- When and where to pick and buy produce
- Techniques for preserving texture and taste
- Hanging to dry in open air, building a solar dehydrator, and using a store-bought food dehydrator
- Take-away recipes and links to resources
Don't let your hard work go to waste, join us in this class to give you the confidence and skills you need to enjoy your harvest all year round.
Presented by Mad Science, this interactive show will teach participants about Newton's Laws of Motion. They will conduct experiments with gravity, balance, and kinetic beads. They may even remove a tablecloth from a table without even touching it! For grades 2-5.
Registration required. Email youthservices@louttitlibrary.org to register.
Ms. Kristen from The Creative Space will be teaching everyone how to create this mixed media painting! Choose from a variety of materials to customize your own painting.
For grades 6-12. Email youthservices@louttitlibrary.org to register.
Learn how to use the Chompsaw! We will learn the basics of the tool, practice using patterns to create 3D objects, and have free time to create custom designs.
For grades 3-6. Email youthservices@louttitlibrary.org to register.
This mending workshop will teach participants how to sew regular and shank style buttons, repair a fallen hem, lengthen or shorten a hem (may not be suitable for jean hems), and repair a seam!
Please bring a seam ripper and a pair of scissors. All other supplies will be provided.
Email info@louttitlibrary.org to register.
The Rhode Island Birder's Dozen is made up of 12 forest birds that have been identified to represent priority habitat types of conservation needed in Rhode Island. Come learn who are the priority birds, their habitat and what can we do for them. Presented by Paul Dolan, Retired Deputy Chief of RI Forestry, Current Director of the Rhode Island Conservation and Development Council.
To register email info@louttitlibrary.org or call 401-397-3434.
Professional organizer Elena DaFonte will lead a presentation and a Q&A session to explain how to tackle decluttering projects efficiently. Registration required. Email info@louttitlibrary.org or call 401-397-3434 to register.
This sourdough workshop will go over the basics of managing a sourdough starter, creating the dough, and baking a loaf! Participants will take home a starter and ready-to-bake dough. Please bring an apron and a mixing bowl.
West Greenwich residents will have registration priority. Email info@louttitlibrary.org or call 401-397-3434 to register.
The RI Resource Conservation and Development Council will present on the evergreen trees of Rhode Island! As we proceed into winter, our deciduous trees have lost their leaves and we get to see our evergreens in the landscape. Come and learn about those conifers that stay green all the winter, who they are and how they make our landscape unique.
Tuesday, February 3rd at 6pm in the Community Center behind the library.
Registration required. Email info@louttitlibrary.org or call 401-397-3434.
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