To prepare for Chris Bohjalian’s arrival in Newport in September for the Hale Award, we’re reading his novel Midwives! Stop by the library to check out one of our 25 copies of the book and join us for a book discussion! We have three discussions on the calendar and you’re welcome to pick one or… Read more Summer 2023 Community Read: Midwives by Chris Bohjalian
Events
May Movie Nights at the RFL!
Join us for two movie nights this month. On Wednesday May 17th at 5pm, all are welcome to see Puss in Boots The Last Wish, and enjoy some popcorn! On Friday May 26th at 3pm, teens ages 11-18 are welcome to watch The Hunger Games and enjoy some snacks! The movies are shown in the… Read more May Movie Nights at the RFL!
Green Up, Clean Up Newport!
Sunday April 30th is Green Up, Clean Up day here in Newport. This event is sponsored by the Recreation Department and the Conservation Committee. The library’s yard and gardens will be one of the places you can volunteer to help clean up! The event starts at 9am on the common. We hope to see you… Read more Green Up, Clean Up Newport!
National Library Week 2023
Join us at the library for a week full of fun events to celebrate National Library Week! Monday April 24th 2:30pm: Teen Board GamesTuesday April 25th 10am-6pm: Lego Challenge Drop InTuesday April 25th 12pm: Brown Bags & BooksTuesday April 25th 1pm: Historic building tourTuesday April 25th 1pm: Canasta ClubTuesday April 25th 3pm: Historic building tour… Read more National Library Week 2023
Decoding the Mysteries of Cats with Stephen Quandt
What: A Zoom presentation about cat behavior When: Wednesday, April 5th at 6pm Where: This Zoom presentation will be available to join remotely, or participate in person at the library. This webinar pulls together and interrelates: the Cycle of Predation that can lead to “drive-by” ankle biting, play aggression, early morning wake up, and food… Read more Decoding the Mysteries of Cats with Stephen Quandt
