The Book Sale is back!Friday, October 16, and Saturday, October 17
9:30am-4:30pm
Meeting Room (Lower level) The Friends of RML will host this two-day sale, with books for all ages--and from all genres (romance, classics, non-fiction, horror, contemporary fiction, and more). Enjoy great prices as you fill your arms or backpack with titles for your own pleasure--or for thoughtful holiday gifts! Help the Friends of the RML have a successful fundraiser by donating your new and gently used books. Donation drop-off occurs October 8-15 during open library hours. The Friends will sort and organize donated books every day leading up the sale.
All proceeds from the book sale support the Library!
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Seeking North Attleboro High School yearbooks
Issues of The Northern Light are part of our Historical Collection, but we are looking to complete the collection. Contact the Reference department if you wish to donate a copy of any of these years: 1942, 1943, 1951, 1953, 1964, 1969, 1974-1978, or 2015-2018. Thank you! |
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Board games for borrowingAre you a board game enthusiast or looking to take a walk down memory lane with a game from your past? Either way, the Library now has board games to borrow! Whether it's Chutes and Ladders, Clue, or even Barking Kittens, there is a great selection! All can be borrowed for four weeks. |
The Library will be closed
Monday, October 12,
for Indigenous Peoples Day. |
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Come "shop" for a free Halloween costume October 3 from 10am to 3pm when we hold our special Halloween Costume Giveaway! Each child can pick one new costume. There are also a limited amount of adult costumes available. Try one of our weekly storytimes! Lapsit storytime for babies ages 0-18 months and their caregivers meets Mondays at 10am. Hear quick stories, sing songs, move and groove, and play with items like egg shakers and scarves. This is a great opportunity to bond with your baby while building early literacy skills. Thursday storytimes for ages 0-6 with a caregiver offer longer stories, music, movement, and a craft. Take and Make crafts return and will be offered near the entrance of the building on the first Tuesday of each school month. This month's craft is a hedgehog made of leaves. Bags are available until gone. Visit the library between 3-6pm on October 13 to make a spooky or silly pony bead spider! Our monthly clubs return! Chess and Checkers Club for children ages 6+, teens, and families meets the first and third Tuesday of each month. Graphic Novel Club for children ages 8-12 meets the first Wednesday of the month at 6pm. This month's selection is "Bring your favorite!" We will have a craft and snack at each meeting. Lego Builders meets the last Monday of the month from 3pm-6pm. Build something cool with our Legos, and we will display it all month. Find a rotating selection of STEAM activities on Wednesdays from 10am-6pm and Saturdays from 10am-4pm. Some activities include Snap Circuits, Legos, Play-doh, Pattern Play, Bristle Blocks, and Magna Tiles. |
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 Join us from 4-6 pm on October 28 to celebrate Banned Book Month by making a keychain of a miniature version of your favorite banned/challenged book. We hope to see you there!
Teens interested in volunteering at the library during the school year can apply to join  the Youth Advisory Council (YAC). YAC meets once a month on Thursdays to discuss future programs and upcoming young adult book releases. And your YAC hours count toward North Serves hours! |
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Adult Book GroupTuesday, October 13
1:30-2:30pmThis month's read is Yellowface by R. F. Kuang. Ever since its publication in 2023, this book is rarely on our fiction shelf. Come join the group to share your input! |
What is the RML Staff reading? Each month, we will feature what two staff members are currently reading. We're all quite bookish, so please ask any staff member what they are enjoying--or recommend! |
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MA Reading Challenge 2026What do you think October's theme is for the Massachusetts Center for the Book's Reading Challenge? Of course: A mystery, thriller, or ghost story! The main display on the first floor will be chock full of shivery, spooky titles for you to enjoy.After you finish your book, fill out this monthly entry form for the chance
for the chance to win free books or delightful, book-related items. |
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Friends of Richards Memorial Library The Friends of the Richards Memorial Library support library programs, museum passes, and more! You can support the library by giving to the Friends (checks payable to Friends of RML) or by volunteering. Contact the Friends of the RML via their email address (friendsofrml118@gmail.com) to learn more.
The Friends' Book Sale is Friday, October 16, and Saturday, October 17! Shop for excellent books in all genres and age groups. All sales will support future programs and various museum passes for you to enjoy! |
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