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
1,715,728
Items moved through Delivery
$14,088,248
State Aid for Libraries
1,332
CE Events Registrations
152
Certified Libraries
OLIS News and Updates
The Many Faces of BARD, April 9
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The topic for the Thursday, April 9, 2026, Many Faces of BARD program will be BARD Mobile for Android.
VoiceOver for iOS Discussion Group (virtual)
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Offered by the Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library in New York. Free
Federal Aviation Admin. Survey for Passengers with Disabilities
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The survey for passengers with disabilities regarding aircraft evacuations is now live.
Spring 2026 Delivery Item Count
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The Spring 2026 Delivery Item Count will take place Sunday, April 12 to Saturday, April 18, 2026. Participation and reporting is required for all LORI libraries.
Local Library Programs
April 8, 2026
➧ Toddler Storytime with Miss Erin - 2nd Winter Session at Rogers Free Library (9:30 am-10:20 am)
➧ Ballet Class with Heritage Ballet 10AM at Cumberland Public Library (10:00 am-10:50 am)
➧ Morning Book Discussion at Cumberland Public Library (10:00 am-11:30 am)
➧ Toddler/Preschool Storytime at Weaver Library (10:00 am-11:00 am)
➧ Baby Laptime at Lincoln Public Library (10:00 am-10:30 am)
➧ Preschool Storytime at Newport Public Library (10:00 am-11:00 am)
➧ RIFLI ESOL Beginner at Pawtucket Public Library (10:00 am-12:00 pm)
➧ Adult Craft - Sock Bunny at Lincoln Public Library (10:00 am-11:30 am)
➧ Baby Buds Storytime @ Auburn at Auburn Branch Library (10:30 am-11:00 am)
➧ Trucks and Tractors Storytime @ Oaklawn at Oaklawn Branch Library (10:30 am-11:00 am)
Featured Public Library
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West Warwick Public Library
Check out the largest circulating Tabletop Roleplaying Game collection in the state, or join one of our half-dozen adult RPG campaigns
1043 Main Street
West Warwick, RI 02893