LORI libraries can apply for LORI Project Grants for projects from $10,000 to $27,500 and Mini Grants for projects from $2,500 to $7,500. Applications are open through 3/23.
The Governor’s proposed FY27 state budget includes funding for State Aid to Libraries at 24.1%
View updates to library legislation introduced in the Rhode Island General Assembly.
Resources for the Public
Service Highlights FY25
152
Certified Libraries
$14,088,248
State Aid for Libraries
1,715,728
Items moved through Delivery
1,332
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OLIS News and Updates
Amazon Alexa: Smart Speaking to the Smart Speaker, March 19
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The topic for the Thursday, March 19, 2026, Smart Speaking to the Smart Speaker online program will be More About Searching for Books in the My Talking Book Skill on Alexa.
Carroll Center: Navigating Employment with Confidence
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Navigating Employment with Confidence: Wednesday, March 18 | 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. ET | Zoom
Carroll Center Free, Virtual Tech Talk
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Carroll Tech Talk: Friday, March 20 | 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. ET | Zoom
2026 LORI Grant Program Applications Open through 3/23
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LORI libraries can apply for LORI Project Grants for projects from $10,000 to $27,500 and Mini Grants for projects from $2,500 to $7,500. Applications are open through 3/23.
Local Library Programs
March 19, 2026
➧ One on One Tech Help at Weaver Library (6:00 pm-7:00 pm)
➧ Tabletop Game Night at East Smithfield Public Library (6:00 pm-8:00 pm)
➧ D&D for Adults at Greenville Public Library (6:00 pm-8:00 pm)
➧ TALENTED TWEEN THURSDAYS at Middletown Public Library (6:00 pm-7:15 pm)
➧ Grief Support Group - Finding Your Average Joe:) at North Providence Union Free Library (6:00 pm-7:30 pm)
➧ ILSR ESOL High Beginner at Pawtucket Public Library (6:00 pm-8:00 pm)
➧ The Village at Pawtucket Public Library (6:00 pm-8:30 pm)
➧ Talented Tween Thursdays: D.I.Y. UPCYCLED WASHER JEWELRY at Middletown Public Library (6:00 pm-7:00 pm)
➧ Knitting and Crochet Group at Jesse M. Smith Memorial Library (6:00 pm-7:45 pm)
Featured Public Library
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Maury Loontjens Memorial Library (Narragansett)
The Maury Loontjens Memorial Library opened in a newly renovated facility in January 2024.
25 Pier Market Pl
Narragansett, RI 02882