Richmond, BC – Summer is almost here and we are ready to celebrate with you! Registration for Summer Reading @ RPL opens on June 15 at 10:00am. For all the details, visit https://www.yourlibrary.ca or call the library at 604-231-6413.
“I am excited about all that the library has to offer this summer,” said Jordan Oye, Richmond Public Library Board Chair. “I can’t wait to read this year’s community read, Mindful of Murder, and connect with people of all ages across Richmond. Whether you’re a regular library user, or haven’t visited for a while, now is a great time to stop by your local branch.”
New for 2022 is the Richmond Reads: Summer Reading Club. From July 1 – 31, the community is invited to read and talk about Mindful of Murder, a newly released, humorous mystery novel by award-winning BC author, Susan Juby, suitable for adults and teens. There will be a discussion group on Facebook, plenty of print and digital copies of the book available to borrow, in-person and virtual book chats and, remember to watch for clues posted on social media every week in July and be the first lucky person to find the book and keep it as a prize! The fun wraps up on July 27 with a can’t-miss online author event with Susan Juby herself! Register now to reserve your spot at https://yourlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/62a127ad316f8c4100f567aa.
Parents, help your child maintain and improve their reading skills over the summer by encouraging them to join Richmond Public Library’s annual Summer Reading Club, presented in partnership with BCLA. This year’s theme is All Together Now, celebrating community. Stop by any RPL branch to pick up a free reading booklet, or participate online at https://bcsrc.ca/. Participants choose their own reading goal and use the booklet to record their reading progress. Visit the library to collect weekly stickers or go online for your digital badges. The library is also offering weekly prize draws, a callout for book reviews for a chance to be published by the local paper, and free programs including an art club, science programs and kids book clubs.
Teens – there’s a Summer Reading Club just for youth aged 12-18. Write and post book reviews on the RPL Teen Blog for a chance to win book prizes. The library will also be hosting some fun programs including a chess club, a book club and a Smash Brothers Tournament. As always, budding teen artists can also submit their own artwork for a chance to be featured in next year’s Teen Summer Reading Club.
Check out the library’s website for a full listing of all programs being offered. We can’t wait to connect and read with you this summer!