Richland Library Main
The Market
Wednesday, April 10, 2024 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
At The Market at Richland Library, we believe in the power of community and supporting local businesses. By shopping with us, you're not just purchasing goods – you're investing in the livelihoods of your neighbors and contributing to the growth of our vibrant local economy. Come shop your community!
Indulge your senses in a vibrant celebration of local flavors, crafts, and community spirit at The Market! Join us for a day of exploration and delight as we showcase the best of our region's talents, treasures, and tastes. Participating vendors this week are:
Healthful Healers
Sips with Sam
Local Author Showcase: Joan Barrett Brady
Writer, is a new title for Joan. Murder & Serenity is her debut novel. She has, however, dabbled in various fields of interest throughout her life.
Currently, Joan is President of Carolina Creative Strategies, a legislative lobbying entity in Columbia, SC.
Prior to lobbying, Joan served in elected office. She served in the South Carolina House of Representatives from 2004 - 2013, representing District 78 which includes the City of Forest Acres, the Town of Arcadia Lakes and unincorporated communities in northeast Richland County.
From 2001-2004, Joan served on Richland County Council from District #8. She also served as the Mayor of the Town of Arcadia Lakes from 1998-2001. In recognition for her years in public service, Joan was awarded the South Carolina Order of the Palmetto in 2013.
In her younger years, Joan worked in local media. She was a host and producer of the Carolina Today program on the local NBC affiliate, WIS-TV, and a host and producer for the Seven Thirty Newsroom on South Carolina Educational Television.
Joan is a graduate of the University of School Carolina School of Journalism. She is a 1970 graduate from AC Flora High School in Columbia, SC.
Joan is the proud mother of three wonderful adult children and three adorable grandchildren.
And much like the protagonist in her novel, Murder & Serenity, Joan loves to travel– to somewhere…anywhere.
Flavors of the Market: A Culinary Showcase (10:30am)
Join us at the Market with Lisa Gieskes, for an unforgettable food demonstration that promises to tantalize your taste buds and inspire your inner chef. In celebration of National Cinnamon Crescent Day, this week Lisa will be using the Charlie Cart to prepare cinnamon crescent rolls.