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Celebrating 50 Years of Stories

For half a century, RPL has been the heart of the community. A place where stories come alive, generations gather and memories are made. Join in the fun from May 13 – June 28 at special events and submit your RPL story to win!

Summer Reading Club Kick-Off

We’re kicking off Summer Reading Club with a huge splash – join us on June 28 for a musical performance by Will Stroet of Will’s Jams, followed by family-friendly games and activities. Starting June 24, stop by any library location to pick up your reading booklet and get started on your summer reading goals!

Richmond Reads: Author Event with Robyn Harding

Early access registration is now open! Reserve your seat for an exclusive, intimate author talk with Robyn Harding. Richmond Reads, the adult summer reading club, will highlight Robyn’s brand-new psychological thriller Strangers in the Villa.

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Programs & Events

Happening Today at RPL

Check out some of today’s exciting events happening at all library locations. From storytimes to workshops, there’s something for you.

Wednesday June 24, 2026

schedule 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Brighouse

Babytime
Drop-In
schedule 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Ironwood

Family Storytime
Drop-In
schedule 11:00 am - 11:30 am

Ironwood

DUPLO Free Play
Drop-In
schedule 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Ironwood

Summer LEGO Club - Ages 8-12
Drop-In
schedule 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Cambie

Family Storytime
Drop-In
schedule 11:00 am - 11:30 am

Cambie

DUPLO Free Play
Drop-In
schedule 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Cambie

Toddler Time for Chinese Speaking Families (Mandarin, Cantonese & English)
Drop-In
schedule 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Cambie

Cambie Evening Book Club: Demon Copperhead
Registration Required
schedule 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Online

How to Get a Job in Child Care Industry (in English) 如何进入幼儿教育行业
Registration Required
   
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schedule 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Brighouse

Babytime
Drop-In
schedule 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Ironwood

Family Storytime
Drop-In
schedule 11:00 am - 11:30 am

Ironwood

DUPLO Free Play
Drop-In
schedule 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Ironwood

Summer LEGO Club - Ages 8-12
Drop-In

No events happening at Steveston today.

schedule 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Cambie

Family Storytime
Drop-In
schedule 11:00 am - 11:30 am

Cambie

DUPLO Free Play
Drop-In
schedule 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Cambie

Toddler Time for Chinese Speaking Families (Mandarin, Cantonese & English)
Drop-In
schedule 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Cambie

Cambie Evening Book Club: Demon Copperhead
Registration Required
   
Search All Events
schedule 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Online

How to Get a Job in Child Care Industry (in English) 如何进入幼儿教育行业
Registration Required