Join us for our annual Summer Reading Challenge! You can read your favorite books and join us for children’s & teen programs, activities and more. Challenges run from June 22 – August 14, 2026. Click on a challenge below for more information! Children’s Up through entering Grade 6. Teens Entering Grades 7-12. Adults Ages 18 […]
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The Newport Public Library has the following job opportunity available: Borrower Services Assistant
Researching Family History – Digging Up Stories
**This is the first session in a two-part workshop** Genealogist and Librarian Heather Kisilywicz will talk about how to get started with researching your family history. In this hands-on workshop, Heather will introduce the essential tools for beginning your family history journey, helping you avoid common pitfalls and frustration. The talk will cover basic terminology and key documents, […]
We want to hear from you
Help Shape the Future of Your Library As part of our long-range planning, we want to better understand how the library can serve our community in the years ahead. Your feedback will help guide future library services, programs, collections, and spaces.This survey takes about 3 minutes to complete. Responses are anonymous. Thank You for taking […]
Colonial Family Life Fair
Enjoy our Colonial Family Life Fair with partner organizations: Aquidneck Island Intertribal Indian Council, Casey Farm (Historic New England), the Fort Adams Trust, the Ladies of the Greene, and the Newport Historical Society.
Workshops for Adults
Join us this spring for our adult tech programs. Registration is required. Open to Ages 18+. Click on a session below to register. May 7th- Computer Basics May 21st- Internet Basics June 11th- Cut the Cable
Chess Club
Open call for all chess players. Meets the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Adults 18+. For those just starting or the more advanced chess players. No registration, just drop in. Looking forward to seeing you! For more information, contact the library at [email protected] or 401-847-8720 ext. 208. Search “Chess” on our event page.
Film Series: 250 Years of American History
Our film series continues this season! Held Fridays at 2:00pm in the Friends Program Room. Light refreshments provided! Apr 3: 1776 (1972) – Rated G Apr 17: Lincoln (2012) – Rated PG May 1: Loving (2016) – Rated PG-13 May 15: Green Book (2018) – Rated PG-13 Jun 12: Apollo 13 (1995) – Rated PG […]
One-on-One Tech Help
Need help with email attachments? Not sure how to get started with your new smartphone or ebook reader? Book a 30-minute one-on-one in-person session with a staff member who can help. Book an appointment online or contact us at 401-847-8720 x208 for more information.
America’s 250th Events
The Newport Public Library is celebrating the 250th anniversary of America’s founding with a series of events! We’ll be holding movies, book talks, and other programs throughout the Spring! We’ll have programs for all age groups! In Library Events: All Ages: Colonial Newport County Scavenger Hunt– Test your knowledge of Newport and surrounding towns with […]
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.