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.

SCRIBD – FREE EBOOKS, MAGAZINES AND AUDBOOKS

Scribd is making their millions of eBooks, audiobooks and magazines FREE to anyone for 30 days, no credit card required ...
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Library Access from Home

Though the library is closed during this pandemic, there are still ways to access the library services and our collection: ...
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Library Service

Our Commitment to Keeping You Safe The Richards Free Library in an effort to mitigate the spread and transfer of ...
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Shaws Give Back Where it Counts Reusable Bag Program

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Stop Motion Workshop Postponed

Due to the snow, we have decided to postpone today's Stop Motion Animation Workshop until Tuesday, March 10th at 3:00 ...
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Universal Class at the Library – Learn Anything, Anytime, Anywhere

Now is a great time to take a class through Universal Class! Universal Class is an online learning platform that ...
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Writer’s Workshop Postponed

Due to the storm, writer's workshop will be postponed until Thursday, February 20th at 6pm! ...
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Books on Tap Book Group

Books on Tap will meet tonight at 6:30 PM at Village Pizza in Newport to discuss the book Stranger in ...
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LIBRARY OF THINGS

Next time you're in the library, take a look at our Library of Things (located next to the non-fiction DVDs) ...
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