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The Office of Library and Information Services strengthens, connects, and empowers libraries to advance knowledge, connect communities, and enrich the lives of all Rhode Islanders.

March 14 Executive Order on IMLS
Learn how the Executive Order from March 14th affects the funding for programs and services offered by Rhode Island Libraries. 
Comparative Statistics
These reports provide an initial overview of key data to help you see how your local public library compares to others in the state.
Legislative Updates
Access a comprehensive collection of Rhode Island House and Senate bills related to libraries, both current and from previous sessions.

Service Highlights 2024

3,319,562
Items moved through Delivery
$245,844
LSTA Subgrants
$13,384,631
State Aid for Libraries
152
Certified Libraries

OLIS News and Updates

Delivery Holiday Monday, May 26

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OLIS Logo with a network of circles over the words Resource Sharing

There will be no delivery on Monday, May 26, 2025 in observance of Memorial Day. As a reminder, delivery for school libraries ends during the week of June 9-13.

NLS Patron Events Page (New)

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NLS recently enhanced the Patron Service and Events page on their public website with the goal of making it a convenient one-stop shop for patrons and network librarians alike.

Survey Design 101: Free Download

Library Journal offer free guide to walk libraries through the fundamentals of good survey design.

LORI Delivery Spring 2025 Item Count Report

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The Library of Rhode Island Delivery Item Count Report for Spring 2025 is now available on the OLIS website.

More news and updates

Local Library Programs

May 22, 2025

➧ Roots of a Suburb: Plaqued Homes 1905-1914 at Barrington Public Library (7:00 pm-8:30 pm)
➧ Take and Make Craft at George Hail Free Library (8:00 pm-8:00 pm)
➧ Exhibition: Exploring the Archives: Sharing Stories/Building Connections at Providence Public Library (8:00 pm-8:00 pm)
➧ Exhibition: Spaces That Hold Us artwork by Bhen Alan at Providence Public Library (8:00 pm-8:00 pm)
➧ Exhibition: Wheel of Fortune artwork by Eli Kauffman at Providence Public Library (8:00 pm-8:00 pm)

May 23, 2025

➧ Drop-In DIY Activities at Peace Dale Library (9:00 am-5:00 pm)
➧ UNAVAILABLE at Pawtucket Public Library (9:00 am-8:45 pm)
➧ Walking Club at West Warwick Public Library (9:00 am-10:00 am)
➧ Baby/Toddler Playgroup at Riverside Branch Library (9:30 am-11:00 am)
➧ Tech Help by Appointment at Rogers Free Library (10:00 am-3:00 pm)
Other local library programs

Featured Public Library

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Jesse M. Smith Memorial Library

Jesse M. Smith Memorial Library

The Jesse Smith Library sits on the former site of the Stillwater Worsted Mills. Our library features a beautiful river walk where patrons can enjoy the breeze off the river and peruse our Storywalk.

100 Tinkham Lane
Burrillville, RI 02830

(401) 710-7800

Rhode Island Library Directory