Mission :
To serve the informational, educational, and recreational needs of the Narragansett community through acquiring and maintaining quality materials, programs, and services within comfortable facilities; with emphasis on information which is of immediate relevance and interest; and in a manner commensurate with responsible fiscal planning. The Library’s mission extends to providing access to the universe of information beyond the Library’s own collections through interlibrary cooperation and efficient use of technology.
DECEMBER 2023 NEWS & UPDATES MAURY LOONTJENS MEMORIAL LIBRARY Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:30am-8pm Friday 9:30am-6pm Saturday 9:30am-5pm Sunday 12pm-4pm Upcoming Holiday Closing Dates & Times Friday, December 22nd- Closing at 1:30pm…
Read More »Adult Fall Reading Challenge Sept. 23rd-Nov. 30th Welcome fall with our adult reading challenge! Complete the challenges to win a VIP tour of the new library or free books! Pick up a paper copy at the Circulation Desk, download the Beanstack app…
Read More »Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:30 am-8pm Friday 9:30 am-6pm Saturday 9:30-2pm The Library will be closed Monday, 9/4 for Labor Day Updated Fall Library Hours Begin: Saturday, 9/9- 9:30am-5pm Sunday, 9/17- 12pm-4pm Walking Club Fridays, Sept. 1st…
Read More »AUGUST 2023 NEWS & PROGRAMS MAURY LOONTJENS MEMORIAL LIBRARY Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:30 am-8pm Friday 9:30 am-6pm Saturday 9:30-2pm The Library will be closed on Monday, August 14th for Victory Day Adult Summer Reading Program Ends August…
Read More »JULY 2023 NEWS & PROGRAMS MAURY LOONTJENS MEMORIAL LIBRARY CONSTRUCTION FOR OUR NEW LIBRARY IS ON TRACK! Library construction is going well and still on schedule to be completed in fall 2023! 2023 Adult Summer Reading Program June…
Read More »JUNE 2023 NEWS & PROGRAMS MAURY LOONTJENS MEMORIAL LIBRARY Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:30 am-8pm Friday 9:30 am-6pm Saturday 9:30-2pm LIBRARY CONSTRUCTION FOR OUR NEW LIBRARY HAS STARTED! E. W. Burman Inc. was awarded the contract for…
Read More »On May 22, Ocean State Libraries is moving to a new, improved catalog system. There will be a short period of time (May 18 - 21) where you will not be able to place holds or make changes to your account. You will, however, still be able to check out…
Read More »MAY 2023 NEWS & PROGRAMS MAURY LOONTJENS MEMORIAL LIBRARY Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:30 am-8pm Friday 9:30 am-6pm Saturday 9:30-5pm LIBRARY CONSTRUCTION FOR OUR NEW LIBRARY HAS STARTED! E. W. Burman Inc. was awarded the contract…
Read More »APRIL 2023 News & Programs MAURY LOONTJENS MEMORIAL LIBRARY Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:30 am-8pm Friday 9:30 am-6pm Saturday 9:30 -5pm Sunday 12-4pm (Ends on 4/30) LIBRARY CONSTRUCTION FOR OUR NEW LIBRARY HAS STARTED! E. W. Burman Inc. was…
Read More »MARCH 2023 NEWS & PROGRAMS MAURY LOONTJENS MEMORIAL LIBRARY Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:30 am-8pm Friday 9:30 am-6pm Saturday 9:30 -5pm Sunday 12-4pm LIBRARY CONSTRUCTION FOR OUR NEW LIBRARY HAS STARTED! E. W. Burman Inc. was awarded the contract…
Read More »Library Construction For Our New Library Has Started! E. W. Burman Inc. was awarded the contract for construction and has all the approvals in place! Thank you for your support and patience. Please stay tuned for more information. Genealogy…
Read More »This month, the Library will be offering adult take and make crafts every week. Genealogy Club Monday, January 9th at 6:00 pm. Join us for a round table of sharing resources and tips. This month we will focus on the care and use of historical…
Read More »DECEMBER 2022 NEWS & PROGRAMS MAURY LOONTJENS MEMORIAL LIBRARY Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:30 am-8 pm Friday 9:30 am-6pm Saturday 9:30 -5pm Sunday 12-4pm Holiday Hours Friday, December 23rd - Monday, December 26th - Closed Friday, December…
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