Jul 10 6:00 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Ballentine

Meet the Author: Poland and Clark

Tom Poland and Robert Clark will share images and stories from their 50-50 Expeditions about the cultural riches, natural history, and back-road life of the Palmetto State.

Event Type(s):

Author Event

Audience(s):

Adults

Jul 27 3:00 p.m.

Event
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.

Event Type(s):

Movies

Audience(s):

Teens (12-18 years)

Jun 29 3:00 p.m.

Event
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.

Event Type(s):

Movies

Audience(s):

Teens (12-18 years)

Aug 01 6:30 p.m.

Event
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.

Event Type(s):

Clubs and Groups, Movies

Audience(s):

Adults

Jun 06 6:30 p.m.

Event
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.

Event Type(s):

Clubs and Groups, Movies

Audience(s):

Adults
Blog
Richland Library Main

Take No Names: A Book Review

  • Morgan R.
  • Wednesday, July 06
Daniel Nieh's follow-up to Beijing Payback is the perfect crime thriller for your summer vacation or staycation.
Black is a Rainbow Color
If You Come to Earth /.
Staff Picks

South Carolina Picture Book Award Nominees 2022-2023

  • Heather M.
  • Sunday, June 19
The South Carolina Picture Book Award is granted annually by the South Carolina Association of School Librarians (SCASL). The nominees represent quality contemporary literature for 4K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd and 3rd graders, selected by students, parents, teachers, and librarians. Below are the 2022-2023 nominees in print, audio, and ebook formats.
Isaiah Dunn is My Hero
Unspeakable
Staff Picks

South Carolina Children's Book Award Nominees 2022-2023

  • Heather M.
  • Sunday, June 19
The South Carolina Children's Book Award is granted annually by the South Carolina Association of School Librarians (SCASL). The nominees represent quality contemporary literature for 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th graders, selected by students, parents, teachers, and librarians. Below are the 2022-2023 nominees in print, audio, and ebook formats.
Samira Surfs
The Maps of Memory
Staff Picks

Great Books for Ages 11, 12, 13 | 2022

  • Richland Library
  • Wednesday, May 11
Middle school readers are still figuring out the world while trying to figure out themselves. They may look for books that reflect their experience or give them a window or sliding glass
Stuntboy, in the Meantime
Ancestor Approved
Staff Picks

Great Books for Ages 9, 10, 11 | 2022

  • Richland Library
  • Wednesday, May 11
"This is Stuntboy. This guy, right here. Him. You can't tell just looking at him, but he's the greatest superhero you've never heard of." --Stuntboy, in the Meantime by Jason Reynolds
Too Small Tola
Too Small Tola
Staff Picks

Great Books for Ages 7, 8, 9 | 2022

  • Richland Library
  • Wednesday, May 11
"Tola is the youngest in her family. And the smallest. And everybody calls her Too Small Tola, which makes her feel too-too small." --Too Small Tola by Atinuke
When Lola Visits
I Talk Like a River
Staff Picks

Great Books for Ages 5, 6, 7 | 2022

  • Richland Library
  • Wednesday, May 11
"Summer feels like the last golden hour of the day drifting into an indigo night." --When Lola Visits by Michelle Sterling
Eyes That Speak to the Stars
Bright Star (read Along)
Staff Picks

Great Books for Ages 3, 4, 5 | 2022

  • Richland Library
  • Wednesday, May 11
"My eyes gaze into space and glimpse trails of light..." --Eyes That Speak to the Stars by Joanna Ho Preschoolers are listening to longer books and asking LOTS of questions. They are growing their independence along with their attention spans. Bring your book lover to Richland Library and pick up one of these terrific titles today.
Change Starts with Us
On the Go with Mother Goose
Staff Picks

Great Books for Babies | 2022

  • Richland Library
  • Wednesday, May 11
"Change starts with learning about the world."--Change Starts with Us by Sophie Beer Snuggled in your lap, babies love books with photographs, simple, bright illustrations, rhyming and the sound of your voice. Find your little one's new favorite story from our list of books to share.
Blog
Richland Library Main

Finding the Right Book for Your Child

  • Richland Library
  • Thursday, May 26
Choosing books for your child is a bit like a match-making process. Not all children will love the same books. To help you find the right match, we’ve curated some recommendations to try on and see what fits.