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
152
Certified Libraries
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 18, 2026
➧ Trucks and Tractors Storytime @ Oaklawn at Oaklawn Branch Library (10:30 am-11:00 am)
➧ Toddler Story Class at Pawtucket Public Library (10:30 am-11:15 am)
➧ Babies & Board Books at Barrington Public Library (10:30 am-11:00 am)
➧ Baby Buds Storytime @ Auburn at Auburn Branch Library (10:30 am-11:00 am)
➧ All Abilities Art: Pastel Shamrocks at Fuller Creative Learning Center (10:30 am-11:30 am)
➧ Diamond Art for Adults at Glocester Manton Free Library (10:30 am-12:00 pm)
➧ Diamond Art for Adults at Harmony Library (10:30 am-12:00 pm)
➧ Preschool Storytime with Ms. Morgan at Island Free Library (10:30 am-11:30 am)
➧ Baby & Me Storytime and Playtime at North Providence Union Free Library (10:30 am-11:30 am)
➧ Baby Lapsit Storytime at Mount Pleasant Library (10:30 am-11:15 am)
Featured Public Library
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Woonsocket Harris Public Library
Discover the joy of reading with our large print books--perfect for every age and eye!
303 Clinton Street
Woonsocket, RI 02895