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In honor of Older Americans Month this May, the Rye Free Reading Room will feature a new art exhibit that pays tribute to the remarkable lives and contributions of Rye’s older residents.Sponsored by The Osborn, “The Wisdom Gallery” showcases captivating images and inspiring stories, with achievements across the arts, science, journalism, faith, education, health care, […]

The Rye Free Reading Room will be closed all day Monday, January 20th. You can access the digital library 24/7 for books, movies, and more at https://www.ryelibrary.org/ebooks/

Thanks to the policies set in place by the Board, and the trust our patrons have in the staff,  the Rye Free Reading Room was able to quickly address the matter shared by the Rye Police Department on November 14 and involve the appropriate authorities. The library has policies in place to prevent unaccompanied adults

Become a Friend of the Library and help us continue offering FREE access to information for all, promoting literacy, and fostering community connections. Make a donation before January 9th. Donate at www.ryelibrary.org/friend or click on the “Donate” button. Thank you!

The early days of TV was dominated by men on the small screen but a surprising number of women (unusual for its time, the late 1940s and early 1950s) left a mark. Presented by Evan Weiner Evan is a speaker, author, with an extensive radio and TV background, including the History Channel, ABCNews Now, and

Sunday, May 19, 11 am – 3 pm, On the Village Green Detail at vehiclefair.ryelibrary.org The fun rolls back into town with trucks, cars, bounce houses, face painting, bubble mania, music, and food trucks! Walk-up ticket available – $35 per child and $80 for a family pass at the event.

Roku players are now available for loan exclusively for Rye library cardholders. The device connects to any TV and allows you to experience streaming at home or on the go. These Roku players will have free access to Apple TV+, Disney Plus, Hulu, Netflix, Amazon Prime, and TV shows. With Roku you can tailor your

Thursday, March 14, 6:30 pm, Meeting Room,Enjoy a pie-making demonstration, a pie raffle, and samples of popular pies from the local experts at Noble Pies. Our Librarians will pair books with some of Noble Pies’ pie-fect pastries so you can enjoy a themed read with a tasty treat. Registration required at www.ryelibrary.org/calendar

Join us for a conversation with Harold Holzer, recipient of the Rye Free Reading Room’s 2023 Mayor’s Award,acknowledging an individual with strong connections to Rye who has made significant contributions to the advancement of literary arts. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from a leading authority and renowned Lincoln scholar as he discusses his newest