Richmond Public Library

RPL takes action against all forms of discrimination, injustice, systemic racism & hate. You can help fight racism by educating yourself – browse our collection to learn about the history & ongoing issues of racism & discrimination in Canada & worldwide. Visit the link in bio.

RPL proudly supports the 2026 #TRC57 Speaker Series. Join Dr. Michael Asch, Professor Emeritus of Anthropology, as he explores treaties negotiated around Confederation as living agreements that shape Canada's legitimacy on these lands. Wed March 25, 12pm Visit the link in bio

Launchlab at Brighouse library has arrived just in time for spring break, features hands-on access to digital tech like video game consoles, robots, Keva Planks and more. Choose your activity and our friendly staff will help get you started! Visit the link in bio to learn more.

Did you know RPL’s Chinese Couplets Study Club meets monthly? Connect with other couplet enthusiasts to learn the history of Chinese couplets & write your own. Conversations conducted in Cantonese & Mandarin. Visit the link in bio to register. Wed Mar 18 2-4pm Brighouse library

Come down to the Friends of the Richmond Library Whale of a Book Sale today (9am-5pm) at Thompson Community Centre - find these hidden gems + many more! All proceeds support library services; cash only & BYO reusable shopping bags. #book-sales" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">yourlibrary.ca/friends-of-the… Happy shopping!

Spring Break is almost here & we've got lots of fun + free programs for school-aged children. From video games & Minecraft to LEGO building, movies & more, there's something for just about every interest! Visit the link in bio to browse our events calendar now. #SpringBreak

🐋 Deal hunters - it's the sale you have been waiting for! This weekend is the annual Friends of the Library Whale of a Book Sale at Thompson Community Centre. Over 1,100 boxes containing over 27,000 books are being prepped. See you there! Visit the link in bio to learn more.

Come by the Community Services Pop Up this Thursday at Brighouse library! Meet local community organizations that can help you navigate and access health care and benefit systems, housing support, and newcomer services. Thurs, Mar 12 3 - 5pm Visit the link in bio to learn more

Congratulations to the winners of our Lunar New Year eNewsletter & social media contests. Want to win with RPL? Stay tuned for information about our next contest, coming this April. #LunarNewYear #RichmondBC #LibrariesForLife #LunarNewYear2026 #HappyLunarNewYear #YearoftheHorse

This #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate and amplify women's voices, strengths and achievements. We are featuring a collection of women authors and we remain committed to championing the fight against discrimination and violence towards women. #IWD2026 #WomenAuthors

Register now for the in-person Spring Forward: 2026 Inclusive Career Fair at the Brighouse library. The first hour is reserved for job seekers with accessibility needs & will offer a quiet & supported environment. Visit the link in bio to register. Wed, Mar 11, 12-4pm

Until March 15, we're presenting @CBCOlympics broadcast of the 2026 Winter Paralympics at Brighouse library. Let's cheer on Team Canada and go for gold! 🥌🥇 #TeamCanada #GoCanadaGo #Paralympics2026 #MilanoCortina2026 #RichmondBC #LibrariesForLife #RichmondLibrary #CanadaPodium

Yesterday local youth, parents and caregivers attended the Employment Connections event for youth jobseekers. In the market for a career change? Visit our website (link in bio) to browse our employment programs and kick start your career search today! youtube.com/watch?v=9Eep8h…

Interested in learning how & when to safely administer naloxone? Together with Pathways Clubhouse and @VCHhealthcare, learn to recognize an opioid overdose and how to respond. Free naloxone kit for each participant. Visit the link in bio to register now Wed March 11 2-3:30pm

This weekend, we're flipping the script: the students are teaching you! Drop by the Student Maker Expo & explore booths featuring traditional sciences, digital literacy, & student collaboration. The next generation of makers & curious thinkers will inspire you! Sat Mar 7, 11-3pm

Together with Connections Community Services Society, the library hosts the Generations Homework Club, an after-school learning program that pairs high school volunteers with younger students for tailored, 1-1 support. Watch the recent CBC interview here. cbc.ca/player/play/vi…

🙏to all who joined us at our Lunar New Year celebration. The song & dance performances, + calligraphy, costumes & artwork demonstrations beautifully showcased Asian culture & heritage. Special 🙏 to the volunteers & community organizations who helped make this event possible.

Are you a teen or young adult (15-24) looking for your 1st job, to upgrade your skills, or find a new opportunity? Employment Connections for Youth Jobseekers is a free event to help with your job search. Visit the link in bio to learn more. Brighouse Library March 4, 2:30-5pm

#BlackHistoryMonth is a great time to put some buzzworthy Canadian fiction and nonfiction titles on your reading shelf. There are some truly unique and compelling stories and perspectives to choose from. Which one are you most excited about reading? cbc.ca/books/canadian…

When a challenged book is removed, someone else is deciding what you can access, explore, and question. During @freedomtoreadwk, visit our display of recently challenged and banned books; do any of them surprise you? Visit the link in bio to start browsing. #FreedomToReadWeek