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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.
Karen Topakian
In my senior year at Cranston High School West (1971-72), I attended a class called EPIC (Economics and Politics In the Community) which debated and discussed controversial topics and events. A discussion in class about the death penalty spurred my interest in learning about Rhode island’s history and laws regarding state executions. Neither the Cranston ...
Rachel Q
I come to PPL for a few reasons. The main reason right now is because it’s a place I can take my one year old son, where we can read books and play for hours in a safe place. We’ve made so many friends through the Library, and it has truly given us a community. ...
Carmen Say
I come to the Library to study English on Saturday in the morning. I have learned English thanks to the good teachers here. Last year an activity was carried out with English students from other libraries. Because they have opened the doors for me to be part of PPL, I have learned a lot. I ...