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.

RFL closed December 31st and January 1st

Richards Free Library will be closed Wednesday, December 31st, 2025 and Thursday, January 1st, 2026 in observance of the holidays ...
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RFL Closed at 5pm Monday, 12/29/25

Due to the dangerous weather conditions, the library will be closing early on Monday, December 29th at 5pm. The RFL ...
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Library Property Guidelines

You may have noticed a new sign at the library entrance which states: Library Property Guidelines:
  • Please do not throw anything, including snowballs.
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RFL January Calendar

To download the calendar, scroll to the bottom of this post! 1/1 Closed for New Years Day 1/5 Friends of ...
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RFL Closing Early – Wednesday 12/10/25

Due to inclement weather, the Richards Free Library will close at 4 PM today, Wednesday, December 10th in order to ...
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Library Closed December 2nd for Weather

Due the storm on Tuesday December 2nd, the Richards Free Library will remain closed for the day in order to ...
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RFL December Calendar

To download the calendar, scroll to the bottom of this post! 12/1 Friends of the RFL meeting 10am. Monthly business ...
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Friends Food Drive benefiting the Newport Food Pantry

The Friends of the Richards Free Library are conducting a Food Drive to benefit the Newport Food Pantry. Donations are ...
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Youth Service Room Renovations

We have some recent developments in Youth Services that we are proud to announce! The Tomie DePaola Children's Program Room ...
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