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
152
Certified Libraries
$14,088,248
State Aid for Libraries
1,332
CE Events Registrations
OLIS News and Updates
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.
NLS BARD Support: Announcing NLS Braille eReader Software Update
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NLS has released an update to the software used by the HumanWare NLS Braille eReader.
Local Library Programs
April 3, 2026
➧ One on One Tech Help at Riverside Branch Library (11:00 am-12:00 pm)
➧ Friday Favorites Book Group at George Hail Free Library (11:00 am-12:00 pm)
➧ Library closes at 1pm at Marian J. Mohr Memorial Library (1:00 pm-6:00 pm)
➧ Needlepoint Drop In at Brownell Library (1:00 pm-2:00 pm)
➧ First Friday Documentary Series: Bring Them Home at Barrington Public Library (1:00 pm-3:00 pm)
➧ Sound Bath with Mike at Maury Loontjens Memorial Library (Narragansett) (1:00 pm-2:00 pm)
➧ Tech Help at Greenville Public Library (2:00 pm-4:00 pm)
➧ Film Series: 250 Years of American History at Newport Public Library (2:00 pm-5:00 pm)
➧ Makerspace Appointments at Maury Loontjens Memorial Library (Narragansett) (2:00 pm-6:00 pm)
➧ Teen & Tween: Gaming Lounge at Newport Public Library (3:00 pm-5:00 pm)
Featured Public Library
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Knightsville Branch Library
A large selection of new books for your next great read.
1847 Cranston Street
Cranston, RI 02920