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.

The Story Station is coming!

On Saturday, December 2nd, the Story Station from OurStory NH will be visiting the Richards Free Library. Registration is now ...
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Keep Newport Warm ’23

On October 24th we will celebrate Sarah Josepha Hale’s 235th birthday by starting the “Keep Newport Warm” project. This year ...
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Haunted Lighthouses of New England on Zoom

Join Author Jeremy D'Entremont as he shares stories of ghosts and sightings! Register below for this event and we'll email ...
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Number Party this Wed, 10/5 @ Noon!

Numbers and Patterns are all around us! Recognizing and using them is one of the most important basic skills that ...
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Teen 1920s Masquerade November 17th 6-8pm

Step back in time to the roaring '20s at our after-hours event tailored for teens and tweens! Mark your calendars ...
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Beasley & Ferber Estate Planning Seminar

Join us Wednesday, Oct. 25 for ‘End-of-life Planning: Three Keys to Avoiding Financial Ruin’ A long-term care crisis can devastate a ...
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Haunted Lighthouses of New England

Join us 7pm on Zoom for Haunted Lighthouses of New England with Jeremy D'Entremont.

Lighthouses and ghost stories often seem to ...
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Virtual Author Event with Marie Benedict

Join New York Times Best Selling Author Marie Benedict on Zoom to discuss her latest historical fiction novel, The Mitford ...
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Virtual Author Event with Marie Benedict

Meet the New York Times Best Selling Author, Marie Benedict on Zoom, Wednesday October 4th at 7pm. She will discuss ...
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