9 Reglas Para Una Educación Consciente
47 Days with Jesus
Staff Picks

Coming Soon for Adults

  • Richland Library
  • Saturday, June 01
This list is regularly updated and shows items that have been ordered and will soon be available for checkout.
4 Action-packed Movies
Akeelah and the Bee
Staff Picks

Just Checked In for Adults

  • Richland Library
  • Sunday, June 02
This list is regularly updated and shows some of the latest items that have been checked in at the library.

Jun 20 2:00 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Sandhills

Third Thursday Book Group

Join us for a book group discussion of this month’s title, The Personal Librarian, by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray.

Event Type(s):

Clubs and Groups

Audience(s):

Adults
Trouble the Waters
A Nearby Country Called Love
Staff Picks

Hidden Gems

  • Morgan R.
  • Saturday, June 01
Find your next favorite author with one of these hidden gems that have been waiting patiently for you!
Normandy '44
The D-Day Companion
Staff Picks

Remembering D-Day

  • Bland L.
  • Friday, May 31
June 6th marks the 80th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, the largest, most ambitious such invasion in military history. Check out these exciting titles from our collection, including books by noted contemporary historians such as Antony Beevor and Alex Kershaw, classics such as Cornelius Ryan’s

Jun 29 2:30 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Main

Watch Freely: Catch Me If You Can

Barely 17 yet, Frank is a skilled forger who has passed as a doctor, lawyer and pilot. FBI agent Carl becomes obsessed with tracking down the con man, who only revels in the pursuit.

Event Type(s):

Movies

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents

Jun 27 1:00 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Main

Watch Freely: Free State of Jones

A disillusioned Confederate army deserter returns to Mississippi and leads a militia of fellow deserters and women in an uprising against the corrupt local Confederate government.

Event Type(s):

Movies

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents
Out There Screaming
Four Eids and a Funeral
Staff Picks

What We're Reading: June 2024

  • Leighan C.
  • Friday, May 31
Check out what the members of the Richland Library Team are reading this month! We can help you discover great titles for adults, teens, and children.All titles linked here are in print format, but other formats may be available. Check the catalog and the monthly What We're Reading Libby shelf for eBooks and eAudiobooks.

Jun 25 1:00 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Main

Watch Freely: The Blackening

Seven friends go away for the weekend and end up trapped in a cabin with a killer who has a vendetta. Will their street smarts and knowledge of horror movies help them stay alive? Probably not.

Event Type(s):

Movies

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents

Jun 20 1:30 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Main

Watch Freely: Every Body

Focuses on three individuals who overcame shame, secrecy, and unauthorized surgery throughout their childhoods to enjoy successful adulthoods. Choosing to ignore medical advice to conceal their bodies and coming out as who they truly were.

Event Type(s):

Movies

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents

Jun 18 1:00 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Main

Watch Freely: Plane

A pilot finds himself caught in a war zone after he's forced to land his commercial aircraft during a terrible storm.

Event Type(s):

Movies

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents

Jun 15 2:30 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Main

Watch Freely: Strange World

The legendary Clades are a family of explorers whose differences threaten to topple their latest and most crucial mission.

Event Type(s):

Movies

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents

Jun 13 1:30 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Main

Watch Freely: Kinky Boots

A drag queen comes to the rescue of a man who, after inheriting his father's shoe factory, needs to diversify his product if he wants to keep the business afloat.

Event Type(s):

Movies

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents

Jun 11 1:00 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Main

Watch Freely: The Color Purple

A woman faces many hardships in her life, but ultimately finds extraordinary strength and hope in the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood.

Event Type(s):

Movies

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents

Jun 06 1:30 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Main

Watch Freely: Booksmart

On the eve of their high-school graduation, two academic superstars and best friends realize they should have worked less and played more. Determined not to fall short of their peers, the girls try to cram four years of fun into one night.

Event Type(s):

Movies

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents

Jun 04 1:00 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Main

Watch Freely: The Outsiders

In a small Oklahoma town in 1964, the rivalry between two gangs, the poor Greasers and the rich Socs, heats up when one gang member accidentally kills a member of the other.

Event Type(s):

Movies

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents

Jul 09 5:00 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Lower Richland

Sound Therapy with Teaira Mack

Get in TUNE with the soothing VIBRATIONS of singing bowls and sound therapy with certified Reiki and Meditation practitioner, Teaira Mack!

Event Type(s):

Health and Wellness

Audience(s):

Adults
Blog
Richland Library Main

Catesby's Natural History on View

  • Margaret D.
  • Thursday, May 30
The Walker Local and Family History Center has some special books in our collection. One of the most amazing is our 1771 printing of The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands by Mark Catesby, now on display at the Main Library.
Rosalind's Siblings
A Film in Which I Play Everyone
Staff Picks

The 2024 Lambda Literary Prize Finalists in Adult Nonfiction, Memoir, and Poetry Categories

  • Adele C.
  • Tuesday, May 28
The Lambda Literary Prize celebrates the best in LGBTQ+ literature. This year's list of finalists in the adult nonfiction, memoir, and poetry categories showcases a diverse array of voices and stories, reflecting the richness and complexity of the LGBTQ+ experience. From gripping narratives exploring identity and belonging to poignant tales of love and resilience, these works represent the pinnacle of contemporary queer storytelling.
Big Swiss
The Fiancée Farce
Staff Picks

The 2024 Lambda Literary Prize Finalists in Adult Fiction Categories

  • Adele C.
  • Tuesday, May 28
The Lambda Literary Prize celebrates the best in LGBTQ+ literature. This year's list of finalists in adult fiction categories showcases a diverse array of voices and stories, reflecting the richness and complexity of the LGBTQ+ experience. From gripping narratives exploring identity and belonging to poignant tales of love and resilience, these works represent the pinnacle of contemporary queer storytelling. Celebrate the exceptional talent of these authors, whose books not only entertain but also inspire and challenge societal norms.

Jul 10 4:30 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Main

USC Film Club Presents: Blue Collar

When three automotive factory workers who're struggling financially try to steal from their own labor union, they discover corruption, and reluctantly decide to use this information for blackmail.

Event Type(s):

Movies

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents

Jun 05 4:30 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Main

USC Film Club Presents: Repo Man

A young punk, recruited by a car repo agency, finds himself in pursuit of a Chevrolet Malibu with a huge, $20,000 bounty--and something otherworldly stashed in its trunk.

Event Type(s):

Movies

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents
Solenoid
Old God's Time
Staff Picks

Dublin Literary Award 2024 Winner & Short List

  • Morgan R.
  • Saturday, May 25
Started in 1996, The Dublin Literary Award honors excellence in writing for a "single work of fiction in original English or translated into English which are nominated by librarians around the world. The grand prize is €100,000. This year's winner, which was announced on May 23rd, is Mircea Cărtărescu, author of Solenoid.

Aug 13 10:00 a.m.

Event
Richland Library Ballentine

All Booked Up

Join us for a book group discussion of this month’s title, The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America's Shining Women by Kate Moore.

Event Type(s):

Clubs and Groups

Audience(s):

Adults
Not a River
Simpatía
Staff Picks

The 2024 International Booker Prize Longlist

  • Adele C.
  • Thursday, May 23
Discover a world of literary excellence with these books from the 2024 International Booker Prize longlist. These remarkable works, celebrated for their outstanding storytelling and diverse perspectives, offer you the chance to delve into some of the finest contemporary literature from around the globe. Each book on the list has been recognized for its unique voice and powerful narrative, promising an unforgettable reading experience.

Sep 18 6:00 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Main

Introduction to Canva

Join us for this introductory course to Canva.com, a graphic design platform that allows you to create free flyers, business cards, and more

Event Type(s):

Computers and Technology

Audience(s):

Adults

Jun 17 3:00 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Main

Ukulele Jam

Ukulele enthusiasts meet for a relaxed and fun jam session. Newbies and seasoned strummers welcome!

Event Type(s):

Arts, Crafts and Hobbies

Audience(s):

Adults
Sandwich
Winter Lost
Staff Picks

LibraryReads for June 2024

  • Sarah C.
  • Monday, May 20
Each month, LibraryReads lists the top upcoming titles recommended by librarians across the country. All these books will be published in June 2024, so stay ahead of the curve and get on the holds list now!
Blog
Richland Library Lower Richland

How Owls Became Wise

  • Beka D.
  • Monday, May 20
Learn about how owls became associated with knowledge, wisdoms, and libraries!

Jun 21 3:30 p.m.

Event
Richland Library North Main

Play Freely: Fun Fridays at North Main

Brotherless Night
Between Two Moons
Staff Picks

2024 Carol Shields Prize for Fiction

  • Megan M.
  • Tuesday, May 14
The Carol Shields Prize for Fiction celebrates creativity and excellence in fiction by women and non-binary writers in Canada and the United States.The 2024 winner is Brotherless Night by V. V. Ganeshananthan

Jun 21 7:00 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Main

Small Talk with Angie Stone

Columbia native Angie Stone will talk with Dr. Toby S. Jenkins about her music career in hip-hop and R&B. She'll also be joined by the members of The Sequence - Cheryl "Cheryl the Pearl" Cook and Gwendolyn "Blondy" Chisolm.

Event Type(s):

Special Events

Audience(s):

Adults
Fire Weather
Larry McMurtry
Staff Picks

2024 Pulitzer Prizewinners

  • Bland L.
  • Monday, May 06
The 2024 Pulitzer Prizes have just been announced. Check out these winners and finalists in the categories of fiction, history, biography, memoir/autobiography, poetry, and general nonfiction.