The Library will be closed on
Friday, June 19,
in observance of Juneteenth. |
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Summer hours--now through September 8!Whether you plan to visit for a quiet working space, computer use, or to stock up on books and DVDs for a relaxing weekend, please note our new summer hours:
Monday – Thursday: 9:00am–7:00pm
Friday & Saturday: 9:00am–1:00pm
(closed on Sundays and holidays)
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New passes and fishing poles!The Library is excited to debut new fishing rod kits in partnership with MassWildlife’s Hooks & Books program! We’ve also added new museum passes to the following institutions: Providence Children’s Museum, Mystic Aquarium, Children’s Museum of Easton, Battleship Cove, and Capron Park Zoo (per Zoo rules, passes are available for North Attleboro residents only). Pass reservations may be made up to 60 days in advance. (Please note the Patriots Hall of Fame will be closed from June 13-July 9 during the FIFA World Cup.)
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Help prevent the summer slide with our summer reading program! This year’s theme is Plant a Seed, Read! Children ages 3-17 are encouraged to register beginning June 15. They will receive a reading log and instructions, plus a goody bag for younger children. Children will earn small prizes and votes for favorite zoo animal as they progress through the log. Upon finishing their log, children will receive a raffle ticket for a fun prize, a certificate of completion, and a coupon for a free Palagis lemonade and new book at our summer reading wrap-up event on August 8. Prizes this year include a microscope kit, passes to Launch, Treetop Adventures, Showcase Cinemas, and Level 99, plus gift cards to Dairy Queen and An Unlikely Story. Registration ends July 31, and log redemption ends August 8. Find more information and a list of our donors on our web site. Join us for a special summer storytime about the beach on June 18 at 10am. Hear stories, sing songs, get up and move, and then do a sticker craft in this program great for ages 0-7.  We kick off our summer programs with Mike Bent’s AbraKIDabra magic show on Wednesday, June 24, for ages 3 and up. Registration is required. Other programs this month include Decorate A Canvas Tote Bag on June 22 and June 23 (registration required), Marble Run on June 25, Play-doh Seashell Imprints for ages 2 and up on June 26, Seed Art and Mosaics for ages 4 and up on June 29 (registration required), and Paper Circuits for ages 8 and up on June 30 (registration required). |
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 Teens are invited to join adults at the Community Fiber Arts Circle on the first and third Thursdays (3:30-5:00pm) of the month. |
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Adult Book GroupTuesday, June 9, 1:30-2:30pm
Popular author Elly Griffiths' The Zig Zag Girl is this month's read, focusing on a band of magicians who served together in World War II tracking a killer performing their deadly tricks. Join this lively group for a thoughtful discussion each month!
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What is the RML Staff reading? Each month, we will feature what two staff members are currently reading. Always ask us for read-alikes, too! |
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MA Reading Challenge 2026This month marks the halfway point of the Massachusetts Center for the Book's Reading Challenge! Join other readers across the Commonwealth in this fun, thematic year of books.And what an interesting theme for June: A book with a sympathetic villain! There are more titles than you think. Please visit the Reference Desk for some suggestions. You may discover a new author or series to enjoy. After you finish your book, fill out the monthly entry form
 for the chance to win free books or book-related items. You can participate as little (one month) or as much (all 12 months) as you want. Whatever works for your schedule! |
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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.
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