Join us for a Spanish language tutorial with Sole Sheibar! This class is designed for adult learners and focuses on practical speaking skills to help you communicate with confidence while traveling in Spanish-speaking countries. Perfect for beginners — no prior knowledge of Spanish is needed. Seating is very limited, please register to reserve your spot.
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Newport Public Library Summer Reading 2025
Join us for our annual Summer Reading Challenge! You can read your favorite books and join us for children, teen, and adult programs, activities and more. Challenges run from June 23 – August 8, 2025. Click on a challenge below for more information! Children’s – Up through entering Grade 5. Teens – Grades 6 -12. […]

Juneteenth Lecture
On Tuesday, June 17 at 6:00 PM, the Newport Public Library will host a community event in partnership with RI Slave History Medallions (RISHM). Charles Roberts, RISHM’s Founder and Executive Director, will deliver a powerful talk exploring the origins of Juneteenth and its enduring significance today. He will highlight Rhode Island’s Black regiments, Indigenous contributions, […]

Roof Replacement Project
Beginning Monday, March 17th the Newport Public Library will be undergoing an extensive and much needed construction of its new roof. The Library will continue to be open as we undergo this project. Please note that parking availability may be impacted during this time. Click here to read the full announcement.

Film Series: Historical Biopics
Our film series continues this season! Held Fridays at 2:00pm in the Friends Program Room. Light refreshments provided! June 13: Lincoln – Rated PG-13 June 27: The Imitation Game– Rated PG-13 July 11: The Theory of Everything – Rated PG-13 July 25: The King’s Speech – Rated R

Computer Workshops for Adults
Join us for May and June computer workshops to learn or review your technology skills! These workshops will review Google basics. Registration is required. Open to Ages 18+. Click on a session below to register. May 22nd: Google Docs June 12th: Google Photos June 26th: Google Slides
Teens at NPL

If you are a teenager check out this page for book recommendations, teen news & updates, and a list of activities specifically for you and your friends.
Kids at NPL

See a list of all our upcoming activities, events, and storytimes. Learn more about the “1000 Books Before Kindergarten” early literacy program.