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!
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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!
Library CLOSED on October 12th
The Richards Free Library will be closed on Monday, October 12th, in observance of Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day.
There’s Still Time to Purchase Hale Award Dinner Tickets!
There is still time to purchase your dinner tickets! Join us on October 17th to honor Howard Mansfield, winner of the 2026 Sarah Josepha Hale Award. The Hale Award Dinner will begin at 5:00pm at the Old Courthouse Restaurant. Tickets are $50.00 per person. Stop by the library or give us a call at 603-863-3430… Read more There’s Still Time to Purchase Hale Award Dinner Tickets!
