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Shred Day @ Central - Saturday, April 19 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Don't Miss Out!

Bring all of those old papers and documents that you've been meaning to get rid of and they will be safely and securely shredded on the spot.

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Download eBooks and audiobooks directly to your devices for free with your library card using the following resources:

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The library's physical local history collections are located at the Central Library. The library also provides access to digital resources including our Cranston Public Library online archive

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