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Sarah Josepha Hale 1788-1879

June 1, 2022

Gentle Crusader: New Hampshire’s Sarah Josepha Hale by Judith Freeman Clark Throughout the 19th century, most Americans viewed proponents of equal opportunity for women as lunatics or anarchists bent on destroying polite society. In such a society women were generally tied to domestic responsibilities, and their educational and professional choices were severely limited by virtue… Read more Sarah Josepha Hale 1788-1879

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Yes, We Are Open!

February 1, 2022

The RFL is pleased to announce that we will now be open to public browsing once again! Browsing and computer use will no longer be by appointment only, and materials can be checked out at the front desk. Masks continue to be required, and we ask patrons to limit their time in the building to… Read more Yes, We Are Open!

Filed Under: About Us, Services Tagged With: Computers, Hours, Newport NH, Opening, Printing, Public, Services

Closed for Snow Saturday

January 28, 2022

Looking at the weather forecast, we’ve decided to stay closed tomorrow, January 29th. However, it seems like the perfect day to curl up with a good book! You can still make an appointment today to pick up a movie or book before the storm hits! Just give us a call at 603) 863-3430, or click here to do it all online! Stay safe and… Read more Closed for Snow Saturday

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Cat Calendars on Sale!

January 25, 2022

It’s the end of January, but it’s not too late to invest in a cute calendar for the rest of 2021! The RFL cat calendar is now on sale for $15! All funds go directly to supporting Dexter and Minerva. They have missed seeing patrons and will be so happy to see everyone again! Don’t… Read more Cat Calendars on Sale!

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Library Hours

March 19, 2021

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