The Richards Free Library strives to assist people in their search for reliable information, self-education, greater understanding, and intellectual enjoyment by providing a spectrum of materials, services and programs. The library also provides space for the gathering of people and ideas to enrich themselves and the community.

Help Us Decide the 2025 “Books on Tap” Book Club Reads!

Are you ready to help shape the book club lineup for Books on Tap in 2025? We’re excited to invite ...
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Keep Sarah Warm 2024

This year, we're inviting our community of knitters to come together once again to create a beautiful scarf for the ...
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Outreach Program at the RFL

Do you know of someone who no longer has the ability to come in to the library for temporary reasons ...
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Exciting News: Join Us for an Evening with Hale Award Winner Monica Wood!

We are thrilled to announce that the 2024 Hale Award ceremony will be held on September 7th at the Newport ...
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Job Posting: Assistant Director

Assistant Director – Richards Free Library (Newport, NH) The Richards Free Library of Newport NH seeks a tech savvy, forward-thinking ...
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From the Desk of the Director

I am honored and thankful to be appointed the new Library Director at the Richards Free Library in Newport, NH ...
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Monica Wood to Accept the 2024 Hale Award

The Richards Free Library proudly announces best-selling Maine author, Monica Wood, as the recipient of the 2024 Sarah Josepha Hale Award.  Monica ...
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Author Visit with Marek Bennett, graphic novel author/illustrator

LOCATION CHANGE
Due to forecasted rain, we'll hold this event at the Newport Rec gym at 65 Belknap Ave, just down ...
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Unlock the Fun: Join Us for an Exciting Escape Room Adventure at Richards Free Library!

Are you ready for an adventure that will test your wits and teamwork? As part of our Summer Reading Program, ...
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