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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!

Doors Open Richmond

Explore the people, places, and stories that make Richmond unique. Whether you’re new to the library or visit regularly, there’s something for everyone on Doors Open weekend. Drop in to one of 16 free programs all weekend!

Indigenous Author Series

The Indigenous Author Series is back, featuring award-winning authors and storytellers including Monique Gray Smith, Selina Boan, and Julian Brave Noisecat. Programs include author readings, writing workshops, song, dance, and storytelling.

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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 3, 2026

schedule 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Brighouse

Design a Card with Cricut (Ages 55+)
Registration Required
schedule 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Brighouse

Seniors Week: Library Tour (Cantonese) | 長者週:圖書館導覽(粵語)
Registration Required
schedule 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Brighouse

Babytime
Drop-In
schedule 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Brighouse

Writing for Rebels: Breaking the Rules (2) (Ages 16+) (Writer-In-Residence)
Registration Required
schedule 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Brighouse

Connect and Learn With FamilySmart - Parenting When Anxiety Shows Up As Anger
Registration Required
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 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Ironwood

Conversations in the Library
Drop-In
schedule 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Ironwood

LEGO Club - Ages 8-12
Drop-In
schedule 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm

Ironwood

Cricut Make and Take - Registered
Registration Required
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 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Online

Newcomers Orientation - Understanding Home and Tenant Insurances in BC (in Mandarin) 新移民须知 — 了解BC省房屋及租客保险(国语)
Registration Required
   
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schedule 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Brighouse

Design a Card with Cricut (Ages 55+)
Registration Required
schedule 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Brighouse

Seniors Week: Library Tour (Cantonese) | 長者週:圖書館導覽(粵語)
Registration Required
schedule 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Brighouse

Babytime
Drop-In
schedule 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Brighouse

Writing for Rebels: Breaking the Rules (2) (Ages 16+) (Writer-In-Residence)
Registration Required
schedule 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Brighouse

Connect and Learn With FamilySmart - Parenting When Anxiety Shows Up As Anger
Registration Required
   
Search All Events
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 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Ironwood

Conversations in the Library
Drop-In
schedule 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Ironwood

LEGO Club - Ages 8-12
Drop-In
schedule 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm

Ironwood

Cricut Make and Take - Registered
Registration Required
   
Search All Events

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 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Online

Newcomers Orientation - Understanding Home and Tenant Insurances in BC (in Mandarin) 新移民须知 — 了解BC省房屋及租客保险(国语)
Registration Required