Events
9:00 am
Wed, Jun 28
Wed, Jun 28
Community Event
Lower Richland High School | 2615 Lower Richland Blvd
Lower Richland High School | 2615 Lower Richland Blvd
One of the Richland Library Social Workers will be available to speak with customers. If you are looking to apply for social services (Medicaid, SNAP, etc.), need a list of community resources, or just have a question about services you can visit the social worker.
9:30 am
Wed, Jun 28
Wed, Jun 28
Community Event
Join us for a variety of fun activities with Teen Librarian, Thomas Maluck, that may include paper crafts (origami, anyone?), board games (classic and obscure), coloring sheets, creative writing and maybe even some videogames or anime. We want to know what you like to do, so drop in and see us!
11:00 am
Wed, Jun 28
Wed, Jun 28
North Main
Networking Center
Networking Center
Interested in basket weaving? Bring your own supplies and share your skills with fellow basket weavers!
Porkchop Productions: The Three Little Pigs ★ Staff Pick
11:00 am
Wed, Jun 28
Wed, Jun 28
Community Event
Jewish Community Center | 306 Flora Dr
Jewish Community Center | 306 Flora Dr
A campfire story turns into a hilarious lesson about building houses and building friendships. Fast-paced and side-splitting!
DIY Felt Boards for Families ★ Staff Pick
11:30 am
Wed, Jun 28
Wed, Jun 28
Sandhills
Children's Maker
Children's Maker
Work together to create your own felt board stories and lessons. We'll begin with stories and songs to inspire you.
Caleb Alexander ★ Staff Pick
2:00 pm
Wed, Jun 28
Wed, Jun 28
Community Event
Trenholm Road United Methodist Church | 3401 Trenholm Rd
Trenholm Road United Methodist Church | 3401 Trenholm Rd
He’ll blow your mind with his illusions and magic—and he’s still a teenager! Find out who the Harlem Globetrotters call “one of the country’s rising stars in magic.”
Basic Résumé Help with Career Coaches for adults ★ Staff Pick
2:30 pm
Wed, Jun 28
Wed, Jun 28
Main
Career Coaching Center
Career Coaching Center
Career Coaches are available to answer your résumé questions on a first-come, first-served basis.
3:00 pm
Wed, Jun 28
Wed, Jun 28
Main
Meeting Space 214
Meeting Space 214
Learn, create, and share with stories and hands-on activities including LEGOS, Keva planks, Origami, art and games.
LEGO Madness ★ Staff Pick
3:30 pm
Wed, Jun 28
Wed, Jun 28
Blythewood
Looking for a LEGO challenge? Join us weekly for exciting LEGO ideas and activities.
6:00 pm
Wed, Jun 28
Wed, Jun 28
Main
Learning Engagement Classroom
Learning Engagement Classroom
Discuss A Kim Jong-Il Production: The Extraordinary True Story of a Kidnapped Filmmaker, His Star Actress, and a Young Dictator's Rise to Power, by Paul Fischer.
Bookin' It in Ballentine ★ Staff Pick
6:30 pm
Wed, Jun 28
Wed, Jun 28
Ballentine
Join us for Ballentine's adult evening book club as we discuss Breath of Scandal by Sandra Brown. Register by phone or in person.
Byte Size Computer Basics ★ Staff Pick
6:30 pm
Wed, Jun 28
Wed, Jun 28
Sandhills
Do you have a tech question? Puzzled by an edevice? Want to know more about how to best use our website? Drop in for one-on-one help.
10:00 am
Thu, Jun 29
Thu, Jun 29
Sandhills
Storytime Room
Storytime Room
Help your toddler discover the alphabet, numbers and other concepts while building social skills and learning about our world. This storytime is suited for walkers.
10:00 am
Thu, Jun 29
Thu, Jun 29
North Main
Courtyard
Courtyard
Join us for the GSK Science in the Summer program sponsored by Edventure, for grades 2-7. Kids will discover the wonderful world of science through hands-on activities.
10:30 am
Thu, Jun 29
Thu, Jun 29
Main
Auditorium
Auditorium
Stories, songs and much more await you and your family at the library.
10:30 am
Thu, Jun 29
Thu, Jun 29
Community Event
Lower Richland High School | 2615 Lower Richland Blvd
Lower Richland High School | 2615 Lower Richland Blvd
Be the first person to "BINGO" and win a prize.
Caleb Alexander ★ Staff Pick
10:30 am
Thu, Jun 29
Thu, Jun 29
Blythewood
He’ll blow your mind with his illusions and magic — and he’s still a teenager! Find out who the Harlem Globetrotters call “one of the country’s rising stars in magic.”
12:00 pm
Thu, Jun 29
Thu, Jun 29
Community Event
Lower Richland High School | 2615 Lower Richland Blvd
Lower Richland High School | 2615 Lower Richland Blvd
Fold fun shapes to decorate gift packages, holiday trees, or your home. Materials provided.
2:00 pm
Thu, Jun 29
Thu, Jun 29
Main
Makerspace
Makerspace
Interested in knitting, needlework, scrapbooking or other crafts? Bring your own portable craft project and share with fellow crafters!
3:00 pm
Thu, Jun 29
Thu, Jun 29
North Main
Digital Zone
Digital Zone
We've got a Playstation 4 and Wii U and we know how to use them.
Caleb Alexander ★ Staff Pick
3:00 pm
Thu, Jun 29
Thu, Jun 29
Community Event
Westminster Presbyterian Church | 1715 Broad River Rd
Westminster Presbyterian Church | 1715 Broad River Rd
He’ll blow your mind with his illusions and magic—and he’s still a teenager! Find out who the Harlem Globetrotters call “one of the country’s rising stars in magic.”
3:30 pm
Thu, Jun 29
Thu, Jun 29
Main
Meeting Space 200
Meeting Space 200
We've got a Playstation 4, Xbox One, and a Wii U and we know how to use them. Join us every Thursday on our second floor to enjoy a rotating schedule of consoles and games.
5:30 pm
Thu, Jun 29
Thu, Jun 29
Eastover
Meeting Room
Meeting Room
Create robots, cities, creatures and more using LEGO blocks/KEVA Planks and LEGO Mindstorm!
6:00 pm
Thu, Jun 29
Thu, Jun 29
Main
Makerspace
Makerspace
In this iteration of Handmade Home we will be making cloth bags to bring home your produce or bulk-wall buys. We will discuss several types of bag styles and what each style is best at. Everyone will have the opportunity to create one bag of their own to take home. All materials will be supplied.
6:30 pm
Thu, Jun 29
Thu, Jun 29
Sandhills
Entry Maker
Entry Maker
Take your craft from a hobby to a business. Learn to build a business and market what you make. June 29: Business Card Design
Celebrate Black Music Month with the Mike Stone Trio ★ Staff Pick
7:00 pm
Thu, Jun 29
Thu, Jun 29
Main
Auditorium
Auditorium
Join us in the newly renovated First Level Auditorium as we celebrate Black Music Month. Mike Stone and the Kritikal Band is known to combine blues, gospel, jazz and R&B to create a musical experience you will not forget. This event will feature his trio.
7:00 pm
Thu, Jun 29
Thu, Jun 29
Main
Ask a librarian is a research and reference program for online students to gain information literacy skills necessary for academic success. The sessions will cover how to creating a topic and brainstorm mapping, locating and evaluating resources, and citation management.
10:00 am
Fri, Jun 30
Fri, Jun 30
Eastover
Meeting Room
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family to take a break from the heat with a fun-filled flick.
10:30 am
Fri, Jun 30
Fri, Jun 30
Blythewood
Share stories, songs and more while building early literacy skills! It's fun for the whole family!
10:30 am
Fri, Jun 30
Fri, Jun 30
Wheatley
Share stories, songs and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family.
1:00 pm
Fri, Jun 30
Fri, Jun 30
North Main
Large Meeting Space
Large Meeting Space
Join North Main's team as we prepare for the official competition of Battle of the Books: Teen Edition. We will drill practice questions in the formats that will be used for the main event. Teens interested in joining need to register by June 30th.
3:00 pm
Fri, Jun 30
Fri, Jun 30
Eastover
Participate in board games and encourage cooperation, problem solving and critical thinking.
Overdue: An Evening of Music and Art ★ Staff Pick
7:00 pm
Fri, Jun 30
Fri, Jun 30
Main
Second Level Programming Space
Second Level Programming Space
We had so much fun last time, we’re at it again. Join us for an after-hours exploration of Richland Library! Check out two floors of newly renovated spaces, enjoy live music, and get inspired with interactive artwork from some of South Carolina’s best creatives. It’s time to check back in!- MUSIC - RBTS WIN // http://www.rbtswin.com/Contour // https://ar-contour.bandcamp.com/Dj Siji - ART - Nickelodeon TheatreLyon HillSusan LenzMarius Valdes Evan MeaneyWray Bowling& more!FREE // 21+ // 7PM-11PMLiquid Inspiration provided by The Whig!!Presented by Fort PsychWe'll have live music, art and workshops from some of Columbia’s best creatives - It’s time to check back in!
Sat, Jul 1
Eastover
Please call to schedule an in-person appointment time.
Sat, Jul 1
Eastover
Do you have a tech question? Puzzled by an e-device? Want to know how to best use our website or surfing the internet? Any tech/computer questions/problems? Call or walk in to reserve a 30-minute in person session with one-on-one technical help.
10:00 am
Sat, Jul 1
Sat, Jul 1
Main
Studio 220
Studio 220
Local artist and sculptor, Kara Gunter, will be casting the clasped hands of strangers. Through sculpture, writing, and photography, we will be sharing and documenting our journey of finding out how we are all connected in this human experience. Register now to experience this unique opportunity to become a part of a powerful community project.
10:30 am
Sat, Jul 1
Sat, Jul 1
Main
Auditorium
Auditorium
Stories, songs and much more await you and your family at the library.
11:00 am
Sat, Jul 1
Sat, Jul 1
Sandhills
Storytime Room
Storytime Room
Share stories, songs, and more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family.
11:00 am
Sat, Jul 1
Sat, Jul 1
North Main
Children's Room
Children's Room
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family.
4:00 pm
Sat, Jul 1
Sat, Jul 1
Sandhills
Entry Maker
Entry Maker
Join us for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics projects to improve critical thinking skills and innovation, and more importantly, to have fun.
10:00 am
Mon, Jul 3
Mon, Jul 3
Community Event
Lower Richland High School | 2615 Lower Richland Blvd
Lower Richland High School | 2615 Lower Richland Blvd
Do you have a specific question about how to use computers, find your way around the Internet or Microsoft software? Drop in for a one-on-one 30 minute to 1 hour appointment to get personalized assistance. Learn basic computer skills such as using a mouse, saving files, navigating the internet, setting up an email account and much more.
10:00 am
Mon, Jul 3
Mon, Jul 3
Sandhills
Storytime Room
Storytime Room
Introduce your baby to the world of books and nurture a love of reading with stories, rhymes, and songs. This storytime is geared for crawlers.
10:00 am
Mon, Jul 3
Mon, Jul 3
Southeast
Meeting Room
Meeting Room
Meets the first Monday of each month. Please note that the Cooper Book Group has moved to Richland Library Southeast while Cooper undergoes renovations. Please register. February 6 - "The Woman in the Photo" by Mary HoganMarch 6 - "The Wright Brothers" by David McCulloughApril 3 - TBAMay 1 - "A Spy Among Friends" by Ben MacIntyreJune 5 - "My Brilliant Friend" by Elena Ferrante
10:30 am
Mon, Jul 3
Mon, Jul 3
Main
Auditorium
Auditorium
Stories, songs and much more await you and your family at the library.
12:00 pm
Mon, Jul 3
Mon, Jul 3
Community Event
Lower Richland High School | 2615 Lower Richland Blvd
Lower Richland High School | 2615 Lower Richland Blvd
Make some fancy folds to decorate Holiday and party tables. You can take your sample paper napkins home to help you can remember the techniques. Materials provided.
2:00 pm
Mon, Jul 3
Mon, Jul 3
Sandhills
Children's Maker
Children's Maker
The Children's Maker Space is open to help young artists explore their creative side. Materials are available to draw, paint, and create.
Hooray for the USA ★ Staff Pick
3:00 pm
Mon, Jul 3
Mon, Jul 3
Eastover
Celebrate the 4th of July with patriotic stories, songs and a festive craft. Dress for a mess.
6:00 pm
Mon, Jul 3
Mon, Jul 3
Main
Theater
Theater
Do you like to use words like tsundere, shojo, or doujinshi? If so - or if you’re just curious - the doors of T.O.A.S.T., the Team Of Anime Seeking Teens, are open to you. Watch fresh-picked anime series every Monday at 6 p.m., learn brief Japanese lessons, and enjoy anime-based games and crafts. (Bread not included.)
6:30 pm
Mon, Jul 3
Mon, Jul 3
Sandhills
Storytime Room
Storytime Room
Venga a disfrutar cuentos en bilingues en ingles y espanol. Come enjoy bilingual stories in English and Spanish.
6:30 pm
Mon, Jul 3
Mon, Jul 3
Ballentine
Wear your pajamas and snuggle up for bedtime stories and songs.