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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.
Beverly Robertson
I have always liked art, but my passion is design, and my poetry took me by surprise. As a child, inspiration came from coloring books, and in my adolescence, my parents, teachers and mentors encouraged me to develop my potential and talents, motivating me in the right direction to become an artist, poet and designer. ...
Christian Mignacca
When the right opportunity presents itself, you just know it. This is how it was for me when I saw a Facebook post promoting PPL’s Rhode Coders Clubs. Coding was always something of interest to me; I just wasn’t sure if it would be a fit. Turns out it was! I grew up loving video ...
Rod Luther
As a pianist, I come to PPL often, mostly for my music research and finding songs from their extensive music collection; the Library staff is very friendly and helpful. PPL has helped me immensely over the last 35 years. I have been able to advance my music career and have improved my musicianship in the process. ...