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.

A Letter from the Director

Impact of Pending Federal Funding Cuts March 27, 2025
Dear Library Patrons,
On Friday, March 14, 2025, President Donald J. Trump ...
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Game Night with the Friends of Richards Free Library!

Join the Friends of Richards Free Library for a Game Night!!! Tuesday, March 18th at 6:00 til 7:45 ...
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The Richards Free Library receives New Hampshire Humanities Grant for Fabergé Imperial Easter Eggs presentation!

NEWPORT- The Richards Free Library has received a grant from New Hampshire Humanities to present Fabergé Imperial Easter Eggs. Fabergé ...
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RFL closed for weather Thursday, 2/27/25

Due to the continued snowfall and road conditions, the RFL will be closed today, Thursday, February 27th. The library intends ...
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Delayed Opening due to snow 2/27

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Canceled: African American Read-In

We regret to inform you that the African American Read-In that was scheduled for this Thursday, February 20th has been ...
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Closed 2/13 Due to Snow

The Richards Free Library will be Closed on Thursday, February 13th, due to the storm. The Teen bandana craft will ...
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Books on Tap Postponed due to snow!

Due to the storm- we are postponing Books on Tap at the Salt Hill Pub to Tuesday Feb 11th. See ...
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Closed Due to Snow 2/6

Dear Patrons! We are closed due to the snow, today, February 6th. We will open tomorrow February 7th at 10am- ...
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