The Rhode Island Library Association (RILA) is a professional organization of librarians, library staff, trustees, friends, and library supporters.

Joined October 2009
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4 Aug 2025
Rogers Free Library celebrated the Freedom to Read by participating in the longest running 4th of July celebration in the country.
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1 Aug 2025
Adult Summer Camp is a smash hit at Barrington Public Library! Who says kids should have all the fun? If you want to learn about how to run your own Adult Summer Camp, contact Siobhan Egan at segan@barringtonlibrary.org
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28 Apr 2025
Register for the conference: rilibraries.org/2025-Annual-…
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24 Apr 2025
Register for the conference now! rilibraries.org/2025-Annual-…
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21 Apr 2025
Register for the conference: rilibraries.org/2025-Annual-…
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15 Apr 2025
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31 Mar 2025
In March, West Warwick Public Library partnered with Feed RI. This new partnership is the pilot for the "Read and Feed RI" program, which Feed RI created after discussions with West Warwick Library staff, with the goal of rolling out the program to other libraries in the state.
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3 Mar 2025
You are invited to the SLRI Community Bake at Flatbread in Providence to support the School Libraries Act. Eat in or take out. The event is from 5-9 pm on Tuesday, March 4th at Flatbread, 161 Cushing St., Providence. No registration required.
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21 Feb 2025
Did you know you can support the school librarians in your life? Shop now: redbubble.com/people/RILibra…
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19 Feb 2025
Join SLRI for a fundraiser to help defray costs to garner support for the School Libraries Act. A full-time librarian in every school=student success! Hope to see you there! Tuesday, March 4, 2025 from 5-9 PM Flatbread Company 161 Cushing St., Providence, RI 02906
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10 Feb 2025
The deadline for proposals has been extended to Sunday, February 9th, 2025. In addition to proposals for traditional conference presentations we are looking for poster presentations and panel discussions. We look forward to receiving your proposals!⁠
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3 Feb 2025
Five Libraries in the East Bay to Host an Evening with 'That Librarian,' Amanda Jones Thursday, March 6 at 6:30 pm. Registration is required: rogersfreelibrary.libcal.com…
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31 Jan 2025
The deadline for proposals has been extended to Sunday, February 9th, 2025. In addition to proposals for traditional conference presentations we are looking for poster presentations and panel discussions. We look forward to receiving your proposals!
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15 Jan 2025
We are now accepting proposals for the 2025 RILA conference being held at the University of Rhode Island May 21-22: docs.google.com/forms/u/3/d/… Submission deadline is January 31, 2025 and acceptance notifications will go out in early March.
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7 Jan 2025
The 2025 Reading Across Rhode Island book is THERE'S ALWAYS THIS YEAR by Hanif Abdurraqib! Grab a copy at your local bookstore or library and join the conversation! 📚❤️#letsreadtogether #statewideread #RARI2025 #buildingcommunitythroughbooks
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3 Jan 2025
We are now accepting proposals for the 2025 RILA conference being held at the University of Rhode Island May 21-22: docs.google.com/forms/u/3/d/… Submission deadline is January 31, 2025 and acceptance notifications will go out in early March.
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23 Dec 2024
Thirsty? Pretty sure that's because you don't have this CORI sticker on your water bottle yet, inspiring you to stay hydrated all day. Shop at: redbubble.com/people/RILibra…
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16 Dec 2024
Does your library have a limited programming budget? The Peggy Barber Tribute Grant will support up to three libraries with a $2,500 programming grant. Apply by February 3: bit.ly/3occI0R
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13 Dec 2024
Spice up your home decor with a print that says 'Free People Deserve to Read Freely'. Shop at: redbubble.com/people/RILibra…
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11 Dec 2024
Bring your new RILA notebook to every OLIS, OSL, and staff meeting! Shop at: redbubble.com/people/RILibra…
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