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 Annual Stuffed Animal Sleepover 2026
Check out the photos from this year's Stuffed Animal Sleepover! The stuffies had a blast! ...
August 2026 Calendar
Wed@11Family Story Time! Everyone is welcome at this traditional storytime with singing and stories! Babies and children up to age ...
Frozen T-Shirt Challenge Postponed to August 6th
Due to forecasted thunderstorms, the annual RFL Frozen T-Shirt Challenge is postponed to Thursday, August 6th immediately following the Ice ...
Vandalism Incident of July 1, 2026
July 15, 2026 To the Newport Community, I am certain that many of you heard about the vandalism that occurred ...
“Three Men & a One-Shilling Knife” Thursday, July 9th, at 6pm
A genealogical journey through a historical New Hampshire event, presented by the NH Society of Genealogists ...
Library CLOSED on July 4th
The Richards Free Library will be closed on Saturday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day ...
Emergency Meeting of the Board of Trustees
There will be an Emergency Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Richards Free Library on Friday, July 3rd, ...
