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.

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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/ Children's Programs, Children's Programs, Events, Youth Programs, Youth Services

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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New London Hospital’s Community Health Needs Assessment RESULTS Community Conversation

Join us on Tuesday, July 9th at 6 PM at the Richards Free Library for an important New London Hospital ...
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/ Adult Programs, Events, events, Health, Hospital, Newport NH

An emotional good-bye from Justine Fafara, Library Director

It is with a mixture of gratitude and sadness that I share my resignation as Library Director of
the Richards Free ...
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Now Hiring- Library Director

The Richards Free Library is seeking an innovative, creative, tech savvy, and forward-thinking leader with proven management skills in a ...
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How to Do Summer Reading 2024

Our Summer Reading Program, "Adventure Begins at Your Library" begins on June 27th at 10:30 am with a free family ...
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Summer Reading 2024 “Adventure Begins at Your Library” Events Schedule

June 27th 10:30am KICKOFF Family “Adventure Concert” with Miss Julieann Join us for a free family concert and adventure that ...
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Celebrating Knit in Public Day: The Joys and Benefits of Knitting

June 8th marks Knit in Public Day, a celebration that encourages knitters worldwide to bring their craft out of the ...
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/ Adult Programs, Events, Knitting, Public, public knitting, Town Common