Learn how the Executive Order from March 14th affects the funding for programs and services offered by Rhode Island Libraries.
These reports provide an initial overview of key data to help you see how your local public library compares to others in the state.
Access a comprehensive collection of Rhode Island House and Senate bills related to libraries, both current and from previous sessions.
Resources for the Public
Service Highlights 2024
3,319,562
Items moved through Delivery
152
Certified Libraries
$13,384,631
State Aid for Libraries
$245,844
LSTA Subgrants
OLIS News and Updates
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.
Smart Speaking to the Smart Speaker, May 15
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The topic for the May 15, 2025, Smart Speaking to the Smart Speaker online program will be My Talking Books Skill Preferences Part 1.
Local Library Programs
May 15, 2025
➧ Millie the Therapy Dog at Barrington Public Library (9:00 am-10:00 am)
➧ Kindergarten Visits at Middletown Public Library (9:00 am-10:30 am)
➧ UNAVAILABLE at Pawtucket Public Library (9:00 am-8:45 pm)
➧ Preschool Storytime with Miss Erin at Rogers Free Library (9:30 am-10:20 am)
➧ Baby Bookworms Storytime at Newport Public Library (9:30 am-10:15 am)
➧ Stronger Together (Self Edition)- Caring for Your Own Mental Health at Weaver Library (10:00 am-12:00 pm)
➧ Babies & Board Books at Barrington Public Library (10:00 am-10:30 am)
➧ Tales for Twos at Coventry Public Library (10:00 am-10:35 am)
➧ Computer Basics: Part Two @ Central at Cranston Public Library - Central (10:00 am-11:30 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