The public is invited to a presentation by Barnaby Evans, “Illuminating the Mirror: Reflections of WaterFire” at the Mattapoisett Library on Sunday, May 22, at 3 p.m. WaterFire creator and Executive Artistic Director Evans will show a video of Providence's creative place and discuss the development of this cultural tourist destination.

Since 1994, more than 15 million visitors have come to downtown Providence to experience WaterFire. Cited as one of the premiere examples of creative placemaking, WaterFire activates urban space with art, spectacle and performance, and in the process adds economic activity the downtown area.

WaterFire attracts millions of dollars in tax revenue for the state of Rhode Island, supports more than 1,200 jobs for community residents and attracts millions of dollars in advertising and promotion in all media formats. Admission is free, open and accessible to all as it transforms community.

The program, part of the Purrington Series sponsored by the Mattapoisett Library Trust, is free and will be followed by a reception.

Reserve a space by calling the library at 508-758-4171 or visit the circulation desk. The facility is handicapped accessible and located at 7 Barstow St.