Rogers Free Library

05/29/2026

We have native seeds! All of the species in this batch can be sown right now, most with no pre-treatment needed, although some require an overnight soak (check your species for more info).

Due to limited supply, we kindly ask that each patron take at most 4 packets of seeds. Make sure to take a seed donation kit along with your seeds, so when they flower and go to seed, you can bring some back to us and we'll have more to distribute next year!

Provided to Rogers Free Library by Grow RI Native Seeds (GRINS). GRINS is made possible in part by a grant from the RI Office of Library and Information Services using funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

05/28/2026

Join Mrs. Katz and Her Hats Storytime for a unicorn themed storytime TODAY at 5:30pm. We love seeing you at the library!
Come see which hats Mrs. Katz will wear!
Recommended for children ages 2-8 and their parents and caregivers.
Location: Children's Room at RFL

05/27/2026

Today at noon! We hope to see you there!

Next Wednesday! Rogers Free Library invites homeschoolers in middle and high school to our monthly Homeschool Hangout! We'll have crafts, board games, music, and snacks. It's a great way to meet other homeschoolers, so make sure to stop by!

05/24/2026

Lovers of William Shakespeare, regardless of experience, are invited to participate in immersive readings of selected plays by the Bard! Join the Shakespeare Reading Group as we read aloud and discuss perhaps the most famous of all English language writers.

"Seek new friends and stranger companies," - A Midsummer Night's Dream

Every Monday
6:30 - 7:45
Rogers Free Library, Main Floor Reading Room

This event is hosted in person and online. If you would like the link to the Zoom event, please email our Reference Librarian, Tom Tihen, whose information can be found at rogersfreelibrary.org/contact-us/

05/23/2026

Phones in the library are not working right now.
If you need assistance, please reach out to us at [email protected].

05/22/2026

If you don't know how to celebrate Olivia Rodrigo's upcoming album, we might just have "The Cure!" On June 12 at 3PM, join us in the Teen Space for an Olivia inspired party with music, snacks, karaoke, crafting and more.

Best for ages 10-18. Drop-in event, no registration required.

05/22/2026

Did you know the Library has a chess club?

Come to the 3rd floor to check it out!

Wednesday: 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Saturday: 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Not over 18?
Never played before?
No problem!

We welcome all ages and abilities!

05/21/2026

Join Mrs. Katz and Her Hats Storytime for a sign language themed storytime TODAY at 5:30pm.
Come see which hats Mrs. Katz will wear!
Recommended for children ages 2-8 and their parents and caregivers.
Location: Children's Room at RFL

05/20/2026

Next Wednesday! Rogers Free Library invites homeschoolers in middle and high school to our monthly Homeschool Hangout! We'll have crafts, board games, music, and snacks. It's a great way to meet other homeschoolers, so make sure to stop by!

05/19/2026

Bristol's State House and Senate Delegation are coming to the library again! Your Legislative Representatives will talk about the 2026 session, and any other issues you'd like to discuss. Community members are encouraged to share concerns, ask questions, or just stop by to chat.

Date: Saturday, May 23
Time: 10:00 to 11:30am
Location: Herreshoff Community Room

Donuts and coffee provided. No registration necessary.