OLIS looks back on all the things they accomplished in the last calendar year.
Libraries across the state have come together to offer a robust state-wide reading challenge in February 2026. Visit a participating library to sign up starting on January 19.
Join the Northeast Summit on Climate Adaptation of Library Facilities for an inspiring session showcasing how libraries can lead climate action through the arts.
Resources for the Public
Service Highlights FY25
1,715,728
Items moved through Delivery
152
Certified Libraries
$14,088,248
State Aid for Libraries
1,332
CE Events Registrations
OLIS News and Updates
Governor’s Proposed State Aid to Libraries FY27
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The Governor’s proposed FY27 state budget includes funding for State Aid to Libraries at 24.1%
Music Notes Zoom Meeting, February 3
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The next NLS Music Notes Zoom meeting for patrons and network staff will take place Tuesday, February 3, at 7 p.m. Eastern time.
OLIS 2025 Year in Review
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OLIS looks back on all the things they accomplished in the last calendar year.
Delivery Holiday, January 19, 2026
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There is no delivery on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Local Library Programs
January 17, 2026
➧ Read Me A Book Club for Kids at Pawtucket Public Library (11:00 am-12:00 pm)
➧ Women's Conversation Circle at Pawtucket Public Library (11:00 am-12:00 pm)
➧ LEGO Club at Newport Public Library (11:00 am-12:00 pm)
➧ ESPL Digital Diaries 1: Libby and Hoopla Bootcamp at East Smithfield Public Library (11:00 am-12:00 pm)
➧ Community Crafting Club at George Hail Free Library (11:00 am-2:00 pm)
➧ Open Play Group at West Warwick Public Library (11:00 am-12:00 pm)
➧ Romance Book Club: Hunt on Dark Water at West Warwick Public Library (11:00 am-12:00 pm)
➧ Paws to Read at Cumberland Public Library (11:00 am-4:00 pm)
➧ Turn the Page Exhibition Closing - Artist Talk and Demo at Providence Public Library (12:00 pm-3:00 pm)
➧ Beaded Snowflake at East Smithfield Public Library (12:00 pm-2:00 pm)
Featured Public Library
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William Hall Library
Our historic Georgian-style building is the crown jewel of Edgewood and boasts beautiful stained glass, colorfully painted vaulted ceilings, and sculpted columns.
1825 Broad Street
Cranston, RI 02905