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PPL Alum
PPL welcomes individuals from all walks of life and each has a unique story to tell — stories that illustrate the positive impact our library makes in the lives of those we serve. Stories that YOU make possible!
Meet some of our PPL Alum.
Ida
I love coming to PPL to check out books, play in the kid’s area, and take classes. I can do lots of my favorite things at the Library…playing, learning to sew on a sewing machine and making mittens, and of course reading books. It was so fun exploring all the nooks and crannies for the ...
Irma Osorio
I came to this country for a better life. My English is not the best, but my goal is to improve, go back to school here, maybe do something with computers and I know English classes are the key to succeeding here. The Library gives you that opportunity with free classes. It’s awesome! I’m grateful ...
Fareed Al Haddad
I am from Syria and have a Diploma in Statistics from Damascus University and a Certificate in Administrative Management from the Institute of International Research. I’ve attended both English, and Citizenship RIFLI classes at William Hall Library in Cranston. I heard about the class from my sister and her husband who were already attending when ...