News from Redwood Library

From our Founding Father to Irish Country Houses to Poetry to Fun Activities for the Children to books and magazines and engaging exhibitions, you will find something to enjoy at the Redwood.


Washington: Lessons in Leadership

Join us Thursday, March 11 at 6:00 p.m. as we welcome Rhode Island author and journalist Gerald Carbone to discuss his new book Washington: Lessons in Leadership.

George Washington influenced every phase of the Revolutionary War. He deftly handled the "political realm" by convincing Congress to keep his army supplied, a tough task when the country was really just a loose confederation of states with no power to tax. His offenses were as brilliant as they were unpredictable, such as his legendary Christmas Day strike at Trenton, and a bold foray through the fog to nearly drive the British from the field at Germantown. It was an aggressive attack that helped convince the French that the American Army was worth supporting. Carbone argues that it is this sort of fearless but not reckless offensive that Washington should be remembered for - as a leader not of infallibility but of greatness.


The Irish Country House

Back by popular demand after a standing-room-only screening last year. Join us Thursday, March 18 at 6:00 p.m. for a film screening of The Irish Country House.

Magnificent, intriguing, cherished or forlorn, the fortunes of the Irish Country House offer a unique insight into Ireland's history. Shot at over 40 locations across Ireland, this film celebrates the Irish Country House heritage and charts its development, from the earliest cliff-top castles and fortified houses to the great Palladian mansions, giving an unparalleled view of one of Europe's richest architectural assets. These remarkable buildings in their idyllic landscape settings are a vital part of Ireland's historical and artistic heritage, with their magic and mystery vividly evoked in this beautiful film. The Irish Country House is narrated by Anjelica Huston, who spent her own childhood in a country house in the west of Ireland.


Verses for a Birthday by Thomas Wentworth Higginson. Gift of Mrs. T.O. Richardson to the Redwood in 1924.
Poetry Festival

Join us Saturday, April 3 from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. as we read and enjoy poetry. Poets Larry Sasso, Chard deNiord, Karen Donovan, and Robert Oberg will be featured from 1:00 until 2:00. Next we welcome local poets Carol Anderheggen, Washington Irving, Rosalee Pike Tintaya, and Edward McCrorie from 2:00 until 3:00, followed by a discussion about poetry by all our poets.

Area high school students will read their poems beginning at 3:30. Our thanks to local English teachers for encouraging their students to participate.


Calling all Children!

Toddler Story Time at the Ballard Annex on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Join us on Tuesday, March 16 as we celebrate St. Patrick's Day with special stories.

Enjoy a multi-cultural celebration of the arrival of Spring with stories, activities, and crafts on Sunday, March 21 at 2:00 p.m. in the Harrison Room.


Visit the Redwood's website at http://www.redwoodlibrary.org to stay up to date about the Redwood's programs, special events, collections, newest acquisitions, donating to the Annual Fund, renewing your membership, and more.



Redwood Library and Athenaeum, 50 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840 Tel: 401 - 847 - 0292 Hours: Monday - Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: 9:30 - 5:30; Thursday: 9:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.; Sunday: 1:00 - 5:00. Redwood Children's Library @ the Ballard Annex, 10 Redwood Street, Newport, RI 02840 open Monday through Friday, 9:30 - 5:30.

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