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Coming Soon for Adults

This list is regularly updated and shows items that have been ordered and will soon be available for checkout.
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Just Checked In for Adults

This list is regularly updated and shows some of the latest items that have been checked in at the library.

Sep 18 6:00 p.m.

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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

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Jun 17 3:00 p.m.

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Richland Library Main

Ukulele Jam

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

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May 30 1:00 p.m.

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Richland Library Main

Watch Freely: This is 40

Pete and Debbie are both about to turn 40, their kids hate each other, both of their businesses are failing, they're on the verge of losing their house, and their relationship is threatening to fall apart.

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May 28 2:30 p.m.

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Richland Library Main

Watch Freely: Lion

A five-year-old Indian boy is adopted by an Australian couple after getting lost hundreds of kilometers from home. 25 years later, he sets out to find his lost family.

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LibraryReads for June 2024

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!
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Richland Library Lower Richland

How Owls Became Wise

Learn about how owls became associated with knowledge, wisdoms, and libraries!

Jun 21 3:30 p.m.

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Richland Library North Main

Play Freely: Fun Fridays at North Main

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2024 Carol Shields Prize for Fiction

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.

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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.

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2024 Pulitzer Prizewinners

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.

Aug 27 6:00 p.m.

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Richland Library Wheatley

Wheatley Book Group

Join us for a book group discussion of this month’s title, Razorblade Tears, by S.A. Crosby.

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Jul 30 6:00 p.m.

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Richland Library Wheatley

Wheatley Book Group

Join us for a book group discussion of this month’s title, Once There Were Wolves, by Charlotte McConaghy.

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What We're Reading: May 2024

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.
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Mental Health Awareness Month: Fiction

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Check out these fiction titles dealing with anything from anxiety, to addiction to gain understanding, relate, or grow your awareness.
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Focusing on Mental Health

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Take a look at one of these films that center on issues related to mental health.