Library News

INTRODUCTION TO ANCESTRY AND FAMILY SEARCH

DATE: Monday, Oct 15 2018
TIME: 6:30 pm

Helen Smith, Vice-President of RIGS (Rhode Island Genealogical Society) will present a program on how to use the library’s subscription to Ancestry.com as well as some other websites. Please bring your laptop, research and questions.  Ancestry.com can only be used in the library and through the library’s website link. Registeration required—narlib.org or 789-9507.

Have you heard that we’re lending Rokus loaded with movies?
Want to learn more about our Roku before checking one out? Are you interested in getting a Roku, but want to see one in action before you commit?

Come learn about our Rokus and how to stream content over the internet!

“Meditation and the Near Death Experience: The Universal Connection
Many of us seek better understanding and fuller experiences in our lives; to have more satisfaction, enjoyment, and inner peace. You have heard that meditation can be helpful for our physical, mental, and emotional health; but what is its connection to our spiritual health? What is the mystical aspect of meditation and how does it relate to those that have had a “Near-Death Experience”(NDE)?
Join, Dr. Alan Post, long time meditator and contributing author to “Meditation as Medication for the Soul” by Rajinder Singh for this engaging talk that provides an introduction into the multi-faceted world of Meditation and the NDE’s and their unique “Universal Connection”. There will be an opportunity to participate in an introductory meditation practice and for Q& A’s

Voting is one of the fundamental rights and responsibilities of the citizens of a democracy, so make sure that you can participate!  The upcoming statewide primary will be held on 9/12/18 to vote in the primary, you must be registered by 8/13/18. To obtain a mail ballot for the primary, you must request it by 8/22/18. The statewide election will be held on 11/06/18 to vote in the election, you must be registered by 10/07/18. To obtain a mail ballot you must request it by 10/16/18.

To register to vote:
Visit the Online Voter Registration Portal (OVR).

You will need a RI Driver’s License or RI State ID to register to vote online or update your existing record.
If you do not have a RI Driver’s License of RI State ID, the OVR will generate a form for you to print and mail to your local Board of Canvassers.
Please read and follow the instructions on the Online Voter Registration portal.