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.

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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Number Party Oct 5th!

Join us for a number party Tuesday October 5 from 12:00 to 2:00. This exploration and celebration of numbers is ...
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Virtual Event with NASA 9/29 2pm

Join us on Zoom Friday September 29th at 2pm! Learn about the efforts of teams of NASA researches who are ...
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After-School Contact Information Request

? If you have a student (age 9+) using the library after school without a guardian, we would love for ...
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Hale Award Dinner Tickets Now Available

Join us for dinner on September 23rd at 5pm, before the awards ceremony for Chris Bohjalian, this year's Hale Award ...
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