A great starting point for students or casual readers looking for a introduction to the themes and discussions on Tennessee William's play, A Streetcare Named Desire. This overview also includes Elia Kazan's 1951 film version of the play.

Thanks to WWII Columbia produced its first paper driver's license in 1945. Brass tags, like the one pictured, were issued prior to paper. During the war metal was in short supply and the South Carolina Highway Department's request for 8,300 lbs of brass was denied by the War Production board. Although there was a shortage of paper it was considered a less critical resource. 

It’s no secret that libraries have changed over the last couple of years. So instead of just celebrating National Library Week this year, Richland Library is turning the tables and celebrating the communities we serve.

Check out the new Wii games recently added to the library's collection.

A great starting point for students or casual readers looking for a introduction to the themes and discussions on Jane Austen's novel, Pride and Prejudice.

A great starting point for students or casual readers looking for a introduction to the themes and discussions on Amy Tan's novel, The Joy Luck Club.

A great starting point for students or casual readers looking for a introduction to the themes and discussions on Maya Angelou's autobiography, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings.

A great starting point for students or casual readers looking for a introduction to the themes and discussions on Margaret Atwood's novel, The Handmaid's Tale.

A great starting point for students or casual readers looking for a introduction to the themes and discussions on F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel, The Great Gatsby.

Mark your calendars for Thursday, April 11 - Sunday, April 14! Acclaimed storyteller Connie Regan-Blake, and Grammy award winning kindie music group The Okee Dokee Brothers are coming to Richland Library for the 27th Annual Augusta Baker's Dozen Storytelling Celebration. Free and fun for the whole family, this year's celebration will include storytelling workshops, a film screening and three live performances!