The Richards Free Library proudly announces best-selling Maine author, Monica Wood, as the recipient of the 2024 Sarah Josepha Hale Award. Monica Wood is an award-winning novelist, memoirist and playwright. Originally from Mexico, Maine, her writing tells character-driven stories about life-changing events. Wood was awarded the 2019 Constance Carlson Prize for contributions to the public humanities in Maine; and the 2018… Read more Monica Wood to Accept the 2024 Hale Award
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New London Hospital’s Community Health Needs Assessment RESULTS Community Conversation
Join us on Tuesday, July 9th at 6 PM at the Richards Free Library for an important New London Hospital Community Health Conversation. This event is an opportunity for you to engage in a meaningful discussion about the results of the Community Health Needs Assessment you participated in this spring. Your feedback is crucial as… Read more New London Hospital’s Community Health Needs Assessment RESULTS Community Conversation
Summer Reading 2024 “Adventure Begins at Your Library” Events Schedule
June 27th 10:30am KICKOFF Family “Adventure Concert” with Miss Julieann Join us for a free family concert and adventure that will be fun for the whole family. Sing along to catchy new songs written and performed by music therapist Julieann Hartley, and come along as we go on an adventure around the library grounds and… Read more Summer Reading 2024 “Adventure Begins at Your Library” Events Schedule
Looking Forward to Summer Reading 2024
Summer is around the corner!It’s time to mark your calendars for June 27th for the kick off of the Summer Reading Program: Adventure Begins at Your Library! Mo is busily preparing activities and program to fill our warm months with fun! In the mean time, check out these events for May! May 3rd- Kids Video Games, 4-5:00pm. Bring your… Read more Looking Forward to Summer Reading 2024
Navigating Care: A Community Event on VNA Services and Hospice Care
In a world where healthcare options can be overwhelming, understanding the available services for oneself or a loved one is crucial. Richards Free Library in Newport is proud to host an enlightening event on May 2nd, 5pm, aimed at providing clarity on VNA (Visiting Nurse Association) services and hospice care. Whether you’re a caregiver, aging… Read more Navigating Care: A Community Event on VNA Services and Hospice Care
