Gentle Crusader: New Hampshire’s Sarah Josepha Hale by Judith Freeman Clark Throughout the 19th century, most Americans viewed proponents of equal opportunity for women as lunatics or anarchists bent on destroying polite society. In such a society women were generally tied to domestic responsibilities, and their educational and professional choices were severely limited by virtue… Read more Sarah Josepha Hale 1788-1879
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Children’s Programs for June
June is one of the busiest times of year for so many of our library-loving families, so we are focused on providing a chill, relaxing month here in the children’s rooms as we lead up to our summer reading program! Read more Children’s Programs for June
A May Message From the Archivist
When you think of an archive, what comes to mind? Do you usually picture a physical place with old and rare materials? While this is absolutely correct, modern technology has allowed for archives and preservation to be moved online and into digital archives. Richards Free Library has a wonderful local history room that functions as… Read more A May Message From the Archivist
Children’s Programs for May
May Story Times Family Story Times will continue each Wednesday at 11:00 am, usually featuring 3 picture books and some songs and rhymes to enjoy with our littles! I gear this story time to anyone who will listen to picture books– usually ages 0-6. This story time will move outside to our big side yard… Read more Children’s Programs for May
National Library Week April 3rd-9th
Come to the library during National Library Week to enjoy all of the fun things we’re offering this Spring: Everyone who visits the library between Monday April 4th and Saturday April 9th will be offered an “I Love My Library” sticker! Join the new staff for coffee and a chat Monday April 4th at 1pm,… Read more National Library Week April 3rd-9th
