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Robert D. Farwell appointed Library Director

Robert D. Farwell appointed Library Director

It is with great pleasure that the Island Free Library Board of Trustees announces the appointment of Robert D. Farwell as our new Library Director.  We are confident that Bob will be a valued member of our library team, as well as an active member of the Block Island...

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BI Pride at the Library!

BI Pride at the Library!

Thursday, September 14th: The first day of the second annual Block Island Pride starts off with the family-friendly Dodge Night Market, where Drag Queens Ninny Nothin' and Danuel Duel will be mingling on Dodge Street, and you can take photos with the queens and enjoy...

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