Richmond Public Library

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Introducing…the new Richmond Public Library! We are so excited to share our reimagined brand identity.

RPL is a place for imagination, knowledge, & community.

We can’t wait to write the next chapter with you.

Swipe to see our new look, & watch this space for more big news.

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What if one evening could remind you of everything that matters? 🌟

Join us as award-winning author @ltldrum reads from 'Sharing the Light' — a national bestseller on gratitude, love, joy, happiness & hope.

Tue June 2
6:30-7:30pm
Brighouse library

🔗 Register via link in bio

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It's your turn! 📸

Swipe through and find your people. Then come in, strike a pose, and tag it #RPL50.

We'd also love to hear your RPL story. Maybe it's the first library card you ever held, or a book that stayed with you? Share it with us at the link in our bio.👆
#RichmondBC

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We want to extend our most sincere congratulations to the three winners of the 2026 Teen Very Short Story writing contest: Devashree, Leilah and Finn.

Their stories showcased creativity and originality. Congratulations and thank you to all the Richmond teens who entered!

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Happy Jewish Heritage Month! We are proud to celebrate the history & contributions of the Jewish community in Canada. Did you know that RPL has a donor-funded Jewish collection?

Ben & Esther Dayson Judaica Collection - +2,000 books & DVDs at Brighouse library - visit link in bio

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This Sunday, to celebrate #AsianHeritageMonth, we're going behind the scenes with @Vancanopera. Experience a Cantonese opera: explore it's history and learn performance techniques and fighting choreography, plus enjoy a live performance.

Sun May 10
11am-2:30pm
Brighouse library

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The Community Conversation series returns with an interactive art workshop. Through collage, participants will express their thoughts, feelings, and hopes about our environment and climate change. Limited spots - register now at the link in bio

Sat May 9
2-4pm
Brighouse library

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Congratulations to teen volunteers Alan and Sana on receiving U-ROC awards at last night's ceremony. Your contributions to the library are appreciated!

Looking for more #YouthWeek events? Browse our events calendar to find fun programs happening ➡️ May 7 - visit the link in bio

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Today is Red Dress Day, also known as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQIA+ people.

Today brings attention to the ongoing and disproportionate rates of violence these people experience in Canada.

Learn more - link in bio.

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May the 4th be with you! Stop by the Brighouse Launchpad any time to see our Star Wars-themed display of 3D printed items. Don't be shy - ask us how we made them and how you can too!

Learn more about the Launchpad - link in bio

#MaytheFourth #Maythe4th #StarWarsDay #StarWars

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Witness popsicle stick destruction at Brighouse today! Fascinated by science (think Project Hail Mary)? Curious about how strong a popsicle stick bridge can be?
✅✅- you need to be here! This is a #YouthWeek family-friendly event.
Sat May 2
11am-3pm
Learn more - link in bio

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It's #AsianHeritageMonth! Jacqueline Louie, author of Honouring the Gold Mountain Dreamers, will join us virtually to discuss her book. In-person hosted event, together with history curator Winnie Kwan.

Sat May 2, 2-3pm, Brighouse library
Reserve now-https://t.co/y4TMWh6tSU

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We're looking forward to this: Saturday, May 2! #AsianHeritageMonth

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Author recounts the origins of the Chinese Canadian experience at Richmond library https://t.co/5S91RVrTUI

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The RPL To Go Van is back this week!
✨ Sign up for a card
📖 Register for programs
📚 Borrow & return items
💻 Access free Wi-Fi
🙋 Obtain reference help
Thompson CC - Tues April 28, 1-3pm
West Richmond CC - Wed April 29, 12-2pm
Food Bank Cedarbridge - Thurs April 30, 10am-1pm

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It's Earth Week! At RPL's Smartphone Photography program at Richmond Nature Park, learn how to take amazing nature photo with your device and identify the plants and animals in your photos using the iNaturalist app.
Sat April 25, 10-11:30am

Visit the link in bio to learn more

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This National Volunteer Week, we acknowledge & celebrate our volunteers. Today, we celebrate Jian Min Cui, who has volunteered with Tech Buddies & English Friendship Corner programs for 5+ years! Thank you Jian Min Cui!

Visit the link in bio to read about volunteer contributions

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Attention all teen authors who write well under pressure! You only have 2 more days to enter the Teen Very Short Story Contest. All entries must be submitted by 9pm Fri April 24.
If you've already entered, it's time to sit back and relax.

Visit the link in bio.

#RichmondBC

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This National Volunteer Week, we're creating opportunities to inspire future volunteers. Want volunteer experience? Drop by Brighouse library tomorrow for our Volunteer Fair.
Meet staff from local organizations, ask ❓, & learn how you can make a difference!

Wed April 22
3-5pm

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Happy BC Book Day! Today we celebrate & acknowledge the achievements of BC authors, publishers, illustrators, libraries & all things local & literary. Swipe left to see some local authors & find your next good read.

Visit the link in bio to browse our BC books collection.

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Time for another Friends of the Library Mini-Sale! Let's go shopping!
On TODAY until 4:00pm, Cambie Library
Bonus points if you find one of these gems and get to take it home!

#BookSale #BuyAllTheBooks #MyWeekendIsAllBooked

@folrichmond

More info - visit the link in bio