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.

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, ...

Teen Summer Reading Calendar!

New Teen 2026 Kids SRP Calendar (2)Download June 18th 11:00am “Birds Are Dinosaurs,” Summer Kickoff. Are raptors related to velociraptors? ...

July 2026 Calendar

Wed@11Family Story Time! Everyone is welcome at this traditional storytime with singing and stories! Babies and children up to age ...

Kids Summer Reading Program!

June 18th 11:00am “Birds Are Dinosaurs,” Summer Kickoff. Are raptors related to velociraptors? Find out in this animal ambassador program ...

Teen Services Library Assistant, Richards Free Library, Newport, NH

We are seeking a self-motivated, community-focused Teen Services Library Assistant to work 28+ hours per week, including one Saturday monthly, ...

Needle Felt a Flower

Tuesday, April 14th join us in the Children's area for a drop-in needle felting program from 2:00 to 4:00pm! Learn ...

April 2026 Calendar

Here is the events calendar for April! Look for adult programs in purple, teen programs in blue, programs for both ...