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Thursday, April 18, 2024

Apr 18 10:30 a.m.

Richland Library North Main

Hello, Baby!

Grow your baby’s vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs. This storytime is designed for infants and lap babies.

Audience(s):

Babies (0-18 months)

Apr 18 10:30 a.m.

Richland Library Sandhills

Canceled: Hello, Baby!

Grow your baby’s vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs. This storytime is designed for infants and lap babies.

Audience(s):

Babies (0-18 months)

Apr 18 2:00 p.m.

Richland Library Sandhills

Third Thursday Book Group

Join us for a book group discussion of this month’s title, Ironweed, by William Kennedy.

Audience(s):

Adults

Apr 18 3:00 p.m.

Richland Library Main

Gmail Basics

Become familiar with using gmail to create, send, and receive messages. Learn how to save contacts and tips for identifying junk mail.

Audience(s):

Adults

Apr 18 6:30 p.m.

Richland Library North Main

International Book Group

Join us for a book group discussion of this month’s title, Interior Chinatown, by Charles Yu.

Audience(s):

Adults

Friday, April 19, 2024

Apr 19 11:00 a.m.

Online

Let's Speak English

Internationals, join our virtual conversation session via Zoom and practice speaking English in a relaxed setting.

Audience(s):

Adults

Apr 19 1:00 p.m.

Recommended For You
Richland Library Main

Watch Freely: Malcolm X

The story of Malcolm X, from his early life and career as a small-time gangster, to his ministry as a member of the Nation of Islam and eventual assassination.

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents

Saturday, April 20, 2024

Apr 20 10:30 a.m.

Richland Library Sandhills

Family Storytime

Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family.

Audience(s):

Families

Apr 20 11:30 a.m.

Richland Library Southeast

DIA: A Celebration of Diversity

Apr 20 2:00 p.m.

Recommended For You
Richland Library Ballentine

Play Freely: Decaying Orbit

Play games to craft a storytelling experience based on creativity and wacky world building!

Audience(s):

Adults

Apr 20 3:00 p.m.

Online

Age Ready - Understanding Dementia

Come gain valuable insights into the latest research and treatments, as well as practical advice for daily caregiving, and local support resources.

Audience(s):

Adults

Apr 20 3:30 p.m.

Richland Library Southeast

Book Brunch

Join us as we bring a special book to life. This month we are making afternoon pancakes as we enjoy the book Pancakes for Breakfast by Tommie dePaola.

Audience(s):

9-12 years

Monday, April 22, 2024

Apr 22 6:00 p.m.

Richland Library St. Andrews

Open Lab: Audio Edition

Working on a new skill or working on your own project or stuck on what to do next? With assistance from our makerspace professionals, you will have access to LogicPro X and Garage Band, professional level recording software based on the Apple OS platform.

Audience(s):

Adults, Teens (12-18 years)

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Apr 23 10:30 a.m.

Richland Library Sandhills

Family Storytime

Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family.

Audience(s):

Families

Apr 23 1:00 p.m.

Recommended For You
Richland Library Main

Watch Freely: Weird Science

Two high-school nerds use a computer program to literally create the perfect woman, who promptly turns their lives upside-down.

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents

Apr 23 5:45 p.m.

Richland Library Northeast

SNAP-Ed Cooking Matters® for Parents- Week 3

Join us as SNAP-Ed presents this hands-on, 6-week course that is helping families to make healthy, affordable food choices. Participants take home a bag of groceries at the end of each class to practice the skills learned in class.

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents

Apr 23 6:00 p.m.

Richland Library Wheatley

Wheatley Book Group

Join us for a book group discussion of this month’s title, The Death of Vivek Oji, by Akwaeke Emezi.

Audience(s):

Adults

Apr 23 6:30 p.m.

Richland Library Cooper

Shelf Indulgence Book Group

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

Audience(s):

Adults

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Apr 24 9:00 a.m.

Recommended For You
Richland Library Main

SNAP at the Library

Do you have questions about your application for food stamps with the Department of Social Services (DSS)? Meet with a DSS representative at Richland Library for in-person answers and solutions.

Audience(s):

Adults

Apr 24 9:00 a.m.

Richland Library Main

1 Million Cups

A weekly event for local entrepreneurs to meet and present their startups to the thriving peer network of founders in Columbia.

Audience(s):

Adults

Apr 24 10:00 a.m.

Richland Library Main

The Market

Whether you're a seasoned market-goer or a first-time visitor, The Market at Richland Library promises an unforgettable experience for all. Come taste, explore, and celebrate the best of our community with us!

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents, Families

Apr 24 4:30 p.m.

Richland Library Main

USC Film Club Presents: Double Indemnity

A Los Angeles insurance representative lets an alluring housewife seduce him into a scheme of insurance fraud and murder that arouses the suspicion of his colleague, an insurance investigator.

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents

Apr 24 6:00 p.m.

Richland Library Main

Vista Book Group

Join us for a book group discussion of this month’s title, The Mountains Sing by Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai’

Audience(s):

Adults

Apr 24 6:30 p.m.

Richland Library Ballentine

Bookin' It in Ballentine

Join us for a book group discussion of this month’s title, Finlay Donovan is Killing It, by Elle Cosimano.

Audience(s):

Adults

Thursday, April 25, 2024

Apr 25 10:00 a.m.

Richland Library Main

Hello, Baby!

Grow your baby’s vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs.

Audience(s):

Babies (0-18 months)

Apr 25 10:30 a.m.

Richland Library Sandhills

Hello, Baby!

Grow your baby’s vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs. This storytime is designed for infants and lap babies.

Audience(s):

Babies (0-18 months)

Apr 25 2:00 p.m.

Richland Library North Main

Byte-Sized Computer Basics

One-on-one help with your internet, computer, or device questions. Registration required. Sign up below or call 803-754-7734.

Audience(s):

Adults

Apr 25 3:00 p.m.

Recommended For You
Richland Library Main

Adults with All Abilities

Discover a new program providing opportunities for connection and creativity for autistic adults, adults with intellectual disabilities and their caregivers.

Audience(s):

Adults

Apr 25 6:00 p.m.

Recommended For You
Richland Library Northeast

Open Mic: Poetry & Beignets Edition

Join us at Richland Library Northeast as we celebrate National Poetry Month through Open Mic Poetry, special featured performances with the Upstate Poetry Slam Team and a cooking demonstration by Chef Floyd and Pastry Chef Frances Wright.

Friday, April 26, 2024

Apr 26 10:30 a.m.

Recommended For You
Richland Library Wheatley

Hello, Baby!

Grow your baby’s vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs.

Audience(s):

Babies (0-18 months)

Apr 26 11:00 a.m.

Online

Let's Speak English

Internationals, join our virtual conversation session via Zoom and practice speaking English in a relaxed setting.

Audience(s):

Adults

Apr 26 3:00 p.m.

Richland Library Operations Center

Private Spring Book Sale

Browse thousands of gently used books, CDs, DVDs and more. All proceeds support library programs and services.

Audience(s):

Parents, Families

Saturday, April 27, 2024

Apr 27 10:00 a.m.

Richland Library Operations Center

Public Spring Book Sale

Come get great deals on your favorite reads at the Richland Library Friends and Foundation used book sale to benefit Richland Library programming!

Audience(s):

Parents, Families

Apr 27 10:30 a.m.

Richland Library Sandhills

Family Storytime

Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family.

Audience(s):

Families

Apr 27 3:00 p.m.

Recommended For You
Richland Library Northeast

Teen Anime and Manga Club

All Anime lovers are invited to Come out to the Library and meet up to discuss, watch and recommend Anime in a welcoming Indoor environment.

Audience(s):

Teens (12-18 years)

Sunday, April 28, 2024

Monday, April 29, 2024

Apr 29 4:00 p.m.

Richland Library Main

Computer Basics Learning Lab

Do you have a specific question about how to use computers? Drop-in for personalized assistance.

Audience(s):

Adults

Apr 29 6:00 p.m.

Richland Library Ballentine

Play freely: Mah Jongg

Learn to play the game of Mah Jongg from local enthusiasts. Grow your skills at this exciting tile-based game by joining a growing community of players.

Audience(s):

Adults, Teens (12-18 years)

Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Apr 30 10:00 a.m.

Richland Library Main

Lender Matchmaker Event

Join us for this special event to meet one-on-one with over a dozen SBA lenders.

Audience(s):

Adults

Apr 30 10:00 a.m.

Richland Library Cooper

Little Sprouts

The littlest gardeners can enjoy nature stories and get hands-on experience with soil and plants. Dress for a mess!

Audience(s):

Young children (0-5 years)

Apr 30 10:30 a.m.

Richland Library Sandhills

Family Storytime

Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family.

Audience(s):

Families

Apr 30 1:00 p.m.

Recommended For You
Richland Library Main

Watch Freely: Dr. No

A resourceful British government agent seeks answers in a case involving the disappearance of a colleague and the disruption of the American space program

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents

Apr 30 5:45 p.m.

Richland Library Northeast

SNAP-Ed Cooking Matters® for Parents- Week 4

Join us as SNAP-Ed presents this hands-on, 6-week course that is helping families to make healthy, affordable food choices. Participants take home a bag of groceries at the end of each class to practice the skills learned in class.

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents

Apr 30 6:00 p.m.

Richland Library North Main

Page Turners Book Group

Join us for a book group discussion of this month’s title, Dial A For Aunties by Jesse Q. Sutanto.

Audience(s):

Adults

Apr 30 6:00 p.m.

Richland Library St. Andrews

Teen Makers: Candy Sushi

Indulge your sweet tooth by making sushi out of rice crispy treats, gushers, fruit roll-ups and more! Register to reserve your spot!

Wednesday, May 01, 2024

May 01 9:00 a.m.

Richland Library Main

1 Million Cups

A weekly event for local entrepreneurs to meet and present their startups to the thriving peer network of founders in Columbia.

Audience(s):

Adults

May 01 10:00 a.m.

Richland Library Main

The Market

Whether you're a seasoned market-goer or a first-time visitor, The Market at Richland Library promises an unforgettable experience for all. Come taste, explore, and celebrate the best of our community with us!

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents, Families

May 01 6:30 p.m.

Richland Library Northeast

Northeast Book Group

Join us for a book group discussion of this month’s title, Midnight Library, by Matt Haig.

Audience(s):

Adults

May 01 7:00 p.m.

Online

#BroaderBookshelf Book Group

The #BroaderBookshelf reading challenge encourages you to expand your reading horizons. Join us as we discuss this month’s title, Sitting Pretty by Rebekah Taussig.

Audience(s):

Adults

Thursday, May 02, 2024

May 02 10:00 a.m.

Richland Library Main

Hello, Baby!

Grow your baby’s vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs.

Audience(s):

Babies (0-18 months)

May 02 10:30 a.m.

Richland Library Sandhills

Hello, Baby!

Grow your baby’s vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs. This storytime is designed for infants and lap babies.

Audience(s):

Babies (0-18 months)

May 02 6:30 p.m.

Richland Library North Main

LatinX Book Group

Join us for a book group discussion of this month’s title, The Perks of Being a Wallflower, by Stephen Chbosky.

Audience(s):

Adults

May 02 6:30 p.m.

Online

Kanopy Club

Every first Thursday of the month, we’ll talk about a new film and at the end of each meeting we will pick our next film to discuss for our next monthly meeting.

Register (at top right) and you will be emailed a ZOOM link to join before the event.

Audience(s):

Adults

Friday, May 03, 2024

Saturday, May 04, 2024

May 04 10:30 a.m.

Richland Library Sandhills

Family Storytime

Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family.

Audience(s):

Families

May 04 12:00 p.m.

Richland Library Southeast

Play Freely: A Sensory Friendly Fun-Filled Event

May 04 1:00 p.m.

Richland Library Main

Building Confident Readers for Caregivers and Educators

In this workshop presented by the Dyslexia Resource Center, caregivers and educators will learn structured literacy strategies and discover library resources to help struggling readers in first grade and older. *Online Registration Required

Audience(s):

Adults, Parents

Monday, May 06, 2024

May 06 3:30 p.m.

Richland Library Lower Richland

Make and Create: Crochet 101

Learn the basics of crochet in this beginner-friendly class. Plan ahead for colder weather!

Audience(s):

Adults