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Coming Soon for Children

This list is regularly updated and shows items that have been ordered and will soon be available for checkout.
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Children's Horror | 2023 Releases

In the mood for something a little scary? Check out these 2023 releases to find the perfect title for this Halloween season!

Nov 11 10:30 a.m.

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Richland Library Main

Columbia Children's Theatre presents The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales

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Most Challenged Books Since 2020

According to a recently released report from the American Library Association's Office for Intellectual Freedom, there has been a 20% increase in the number of unique titles challenged since this time last year.  Most of the books challenged in that period were written by or about members of the LGBTQIA+ community or people of color. 
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Richland Library Blythewood

Seed Sanctuary at Blythewood

Stop by Richland Library Blythewood to pick up seeds from our very first seed santuary!

Nov 04 11:30 a.m.

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Richland Library Southeast

Watch Freely: Sensory Friendly Movie: Minions The Rise of GRU

Oct 21 11:30 a.m.

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Richland Library Southeast

Watch Freely: Sensory Friendly Movie: Elemental

Nov 11 11:30 a.m.

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Richland Library Southeast

Play Freely: International Games Month

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Honoring Hip Hop's 50th Anniversary: Youth Titles

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop emerging from the streets of the Bronx in New York City. Over the last 50 years Hip-Hop's influence has reached music lovers world wide, creating a culture and life style of its own. These titles bring the music and rich culture of Hip-Hop to life for young audiences. 

Oct 25 6:00 p.m.

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Richland Library Southeast

A Quiet Fall Celebration

Nov 17 11:00 a.m.

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Richland Library Wheatley

Play Freely: Fun Friday at Wheatley

Oct 20 11:00 a.m.

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Richland Library Wheatley

Play Freely: Fun Friday at Wheatley

Oct 26 5:30 p.m.

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Richland Library Southeast

A Fall Celebration

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Being You: Body Positivity and Self-Image for Children

Picture books with a body positive message can be great tools for developing healthy self-image in children. When we celebrate and accept all bodies, we embrace diversity. With stunning illustrations that truly capture what makes each of us different and unique, these reads will help you feel free to be you!
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Big Transitions for Little Humans

Life is full of transitions: big or small, they are all important in the life of a child. Books are a great way to introduce children to new ideas, concepts, and experiences. Transitions including going to a new school--or going to school for the first time--and moving houses, cities, and states are huge milestones in a child's life and can be made more understandable and relatable through this list of picture books at Richland Library. If you have questions or would like to place books on hold, call the Children's Room at Main at (803) 929-3434. We're always happy to help you!