Mychal Gendron will present a program of music from the European tradition for classical guitar plus newer works from Spain, Japan and Brazil. This 50-minute performance will showcase the beauty of these diverse musical traditions and offer insightful commentary on the composers and the cultural context behind the music. Seating is on a first-come, first-served […]
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Start the New Year with Meditation
Join Dr. Alan Post for a lecture and brief meditation session on Wednesday, February 12 at 6:30 PM. The New Year is a time to create a clean slate. Dr. Post has been inspiring audiences on how to practice and learn this very simple technique which provides many benefits. Bring joy, peace, positivity and relaxation […]
Children’s Winter Reading Challenge
The Winter Reading Challenge runs from December 21 through February 28! Complete 4 activities to earn a prize, and all 16 activities for an additional prize.
Film Series: Award-Winning Musicals
Our film series continues this season! Held Fridays at 2:00pm in the Friends Program Room. Light refreshments provided! Jan 10: Singin’ in the Rain – 1952, Rated G Jan 24: Mary Poppins – 1964, Rated G Feb 7: Chicago – 2002, Rated PG-13 Feb 21: La La Land – 2016, Rated PG-13
New! Sailing Museum Passes
The Newport Public Library now offers passes to the Sailing Museum! The passes grant 50% off admission for up to 6 guests of any age. Contact Borrower Services for availability: 401-847-8720 x201 Visit our Museum Passes page for more information about passes.
Computer Workshops for Adults
Join us for January and February 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. January 9th: Google Drive January 23rd: Google Docs February 20th: Google Calendar March 6th: Google Slides
Winter Sowing Native Plants
Interested in learning how to grow your own native plants? Join us for a winter sowing demonstration on Saturday, January 18 at 11 AM. Master Gardeners Betsy Lennon and Susan Ricercato will guide attendees through the process of winter sowing, sharing all the materials and information you need to get started. Registration required. Read more.
Introducing: Curio Columns
Check out our new monthly digital publication, Curio Columns, which highlights local historical stories! The fourth issue is hot off the “press”! This series aims to promote greater engagement with historical resources and our growing digital archive of the Newport Daily News. Each post features articles curated by Librarian Sean Doherty in a semi-novelized format, […]
Join the Discussion
The Tuesday book group meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 2:00 PM. We explore a diverse range of fiction and non-fiction and enjoy lively discussions about the books we read. We’d love to have you join us for engaging conversations and new literary discoveries! For a book list and to register, visit […]
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.