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Providence Athenaeum News
2009 Summer Hours Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 7:00pm Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm Saturday 9:00am - 1:00pm Sunday Closed
Summer Holiday Closings Independence Day - Closed Friday, July 3 through Sunday, July 5 (Reopen Monday, July 6) August Vacation - Closed Monday, Aug. 3 through Monday, Aug. 17 (Reopen on Tuesday, Aug. 18) Labor Day - Closed Sunday, Sept. 6 and Monday, Sept. 7 (Reopen Tuesday, Sept. 8)
Eleventh Annual Philbrick Poetry Award Poet Marilyn Nelson presented the Eleventh Annual Philbrick Poetry Award to Jennifer E. Whitten on Friday, May 8, at the Athenaeum. Ms. Whitten’s manuscript, Auction, chosen from 10 finalists, was published as a chapbook. The program was lively and well attended by poetry lovers of all ages. Both poets read from their work.
2008 The Tenth Annual Philbrick Poetry Award The Providence Athenaeum is pleased to announce that Forrest Gander has selected John Brush as the winner of the Tenth Annual Philbrick Poetry Award. Mr. Brush’s manuscript, Chrysalis, was chosen from more than 50 applicants for the regional competition and was published as a chapbook by the Athenaeum in the spring. The award was presented on Friday, May 9th at The Providence Athenaeum. Both poets read from their work. For more information and to read a sample of Mr. Brush's work click here!
2007 The Philbrick Poetry Award The Providence Athenaeum is pleased to announce the publication of Leslie McGrath's chapbook, Toward Anguish. Ms. McGrath is winner of the Ninth Annual Philbrick Poetry Award, selected by 2007 judge D.H. Melhem. To read a sample of Ms. McGrath's work click here! . 2006 "Hollywood" is Back! - June 12th, 2006 The library will be closed on Friday, June 16th, and will reopen on Saturday June 17th from 9am - 1pm. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause in your normal anticipated use of the library. To read the full details Click here. Hollywood at the Athenaeum! - May 8th, 2006 The Providence Athenaeum will be closed on Monday and Tuesday, May 15th and 16th for the filming of the live action Disney movie "Underdog". We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause in your normal anticipated use of the library. To read the full details Click here. Philbrick Poetry Award! Friday, May 12th, 2006 - 7:00 p.m. The 2006 Philbrick Poetry Award winner is James F. Connolly. Scott Corbett Memorial Service Wednesday, May 3rd, 2006 - 6:00 p.m. - 8:oo p.m. R.S.V.P. Christina Bevilacqua, Director of Member Services at 421-6970 ext.28 Annual Event! Saturday, April 29th, 2006 - 6:00 p.m. "Alice's Adventure in Wonderland: An evening at Roger Williams Park Casino" Cocktails, a sumptuous meal by Russell Morin, a live auction including such delights as a beach vacation in Mexico, shopping sprees at Hasbro, elegant dinners at wonderful restaurants, Patriots tickets, and much much more! Dress up in your festive best and join us for a night of celebration at Roger Williams Park Casino! Tickets are $125 per person. Call 421-6970 to reserve! Annual Meeting of the Membership Sunday, April 2nd, 2006 - 3:00 p.m. Winter/Spring Programs & Events - January 2006 2005 Annual Holiday Party! (Public welcome) Saturday, December 4th, 2005 - 3:00 p.m. A family celebration with lively old-time music perfomred by James Ruchala and friends. BIRDS OF AMERICA - December 15th, 2005 The Providence Athenaeum's copy of John James Audubon's Birds of America was sold at Christie's Auction House, Rockefeller Center, New York for $5 million. The proceeds from the sale will be placed directly into the Athenaeum's endowment to be used to support library operations. To view additional information on the Christie's website Click here. To read the letter to the membership Click here. Annual Holiday Party! (Public welcome) Saturday, December 4th, 2005 - 3:00 p.m. A family celebration with lively old-time music perfomred by James Ruchala and friends. OPEN HOUSE CELEBRATION! Saturday, September 24th, 2005 from 2:00pm-7:00pm Tours * Entertainment * Refreshments * Big Nazo Puppets & other surprises! Click here for more information. Status of Lawsuit - July 2005 The Supreme Court of Rhode Island has ruled in favor of the Board of Directors of the Providence Athenaeum. A letter to the membership will be forthcoming. Full Text of the Decision Click here to view the content. You will need Adobe's Acrobat Reader to view this information. Robert Pinsky at the Athenaeum - May 13, 2005 The Providence Athenaeum is pleased to announce that Former Poet Laureate Robert Pinsky will present the Seventh Annual Philbrick Poetry Award to Lynn Tudor Deming award on May 13, 2005. 2005 Philbrick Poetry Award Winner Announced - March 8, 2005 See details by clicking here. Board Announces New Athenaeum Executive Director - January 27, 2005 Click here to read the press release. Champlin Foundations Award Grant to Providence Athenaeum 2004 ave America's Treasures Awards The Providence Athenaeum $260,000 - October 2004 Message from Betty Rawls Lang, Board President and Richard A. Olsen, Interim Executive Director - September 2004 The Providence Athenaeum received notice that the plaintiffs have appealed the recent Superior Court decision affirming the right of the Athenaeum to sell its copy of John J. Audubon's Birds of America. This action is disappointing. Clearly, the plaintiffs' appeal is without merit. Both the General Assembly and the Superior Court have vindicated the board of directors' decision. The Athenaeum is confident it will prevail and is pursuing options with regard to expediting the sale of the Audubon folio. Status of Lawsuit - August 2004 Superior Court Judge Michael Silverstein has ruled in favor of the Board of Directors of the Providence Athenaeum. Letter to the Membership Click here to view the content.
Defendants' post trial memorandum 2003 
Inquiries EncouragedIn April 2003, the Board of Directors of The Providence Athenaeum finalized the publication of a book commemorating its 250th anniversary, Inquire Within: a social history of The Providence Athenaeum since 1753 . The book was researched and written by author Jane Lancaster, Ph.D. Karen Philippi's photography and Malcolm Grear's visually stunning design will compel the reader to rediscover the hidden treasures housed within the Athenaeum's walls. The book is available at the library's circulation desk (no phone or postal orders), at select local bookstores and through Oak Knoll Press . Enter 'Providence Athenaeum' in the search box to locate the title at www.oakknoll.com or call 800.996.2556. Hardcover: $65.00 Softcover: $29.95.
OpEd in the Providence Journal on the 250th Anniversary of the Providence Athenaeum Providence Journal OpEd 01/25/2003 |
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