The Richards Free Library will be closed on Wednesday, November 11th, in observance of Veterans Day.
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November 2026 Calendar
Date Event Wed @11 Family Story Time! Everyone is welcome at this traditional story time with singing and stories! Babies and children up to age 5 will find something to enjoy! 2nd-6th (Teens) Drop-in craft: make paper Stars. 4th (Teens) From 2-3:00 pm. Come try out bedazzling and give an ordinary object a shiny upgrade!… Read more November 2026 Calendar
Keep Sarah Warm 2026!
We’re inviting our community to come together once again to create a beautiful scarf for the Sarah Josepha Hale statue in front of the library. Here’s how you can contribute: If you don’t have your own supplies, don’t worry! There will be supplies on display at the library and plenty of yarn to choose from.… Read more Keep Sarah Warm 2026!
We’re Hiring a Library Page!
Are you a high school student, at least 16 years old, with a passion for community service? We’re hiring a library page at the Richards Free Library. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience while supporting your local library. Our Pages work 9-12 hours a week during the school year and 15-19 hours a… Read more We’re Hiring a Library Page!
Join Us for an Evening with Hale Award Winner Howard Mansfield!
We are thrilled to announce that the 2026 Hale Award ceremony will be held on October 17th at the Newport Opera House. This year we will honor the talented author, Howard Mansfield. The ceremony starts at 7PM and is free and open to the public. We encourage everyone to come and celebrate this achievement. Before… Read more Join Us for an Evening with Hale Award Winner Howard Mansfield!
