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Richmond, BC, Canada
Joined September 2012
Author and speaker David Robertson spoke this week sharing stories of Truth and Reconciliation. Thank you to the @RPLBC for hosting this Indigenous Authors Series for our community. @sd38ELCC
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Cambie library is currently without power; services may be limited.
⚠️Power Outage ⚠️ Cambie Community Centre is currently experiencing a power outage. Drop-in programs are not running and the fitness centre is closed until further notice. We apologize for the inconvenience and will update this notice as soon as more information is available.
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#SummerReadingClub is officially underway! Thank you to everyone who came out to kick off a summer of reading with us. Special thanks to @willsjamsmusic for creating an epic dance party! Not signed up yet? Visit any RPL branch to get started. Visit the link in bio -> more info.
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Bestselling author and Academy Award-nominated filmmaker @jnoisecat revives the "Coyote Story" — an ancient Indigenous oral tradition once practiced from Central America to Western Canada — through song, dance, and oratory. Tue, Jun 23, 7:00pm bit.ly/4e4S4K6
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EVENT CANCELLED Sunday, June 07 2:00-3:30pm Brighouse Library This event will be rescheduled for another date/time. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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What if one evening could remind you of everything that matters? 🌟 Join us as award-winning author @ltldrum reads from 'Sharing the Light' — a national bestseller on gratitude, love, joy, happiness & hope. Tue June 2 6:30-7:30pm Brighouse library 🔗 Register via link in bio
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It's your turn! 📸 Swipe through and find your people. Then come in, strike a pose, and tag it #RPL50. We'd also love to hear your RPL story. Maybe it's the first library card you ever held, or a book that stayed with you? Share it with us at the link in our bio.👆 #RichmondBC
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We want to extend our most sincere congratulations to the three winners of the 2026 Teen Very Short Story writing contest: Devashree, Leilah and Finn. Their stories showcased creativity and originality. Congratulations and thank you to all the Richmond teens who entered!
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Happy Jewish Heritage Month! We are proud to celebrate the history & contributions of the Jewish community in Canada. Did you know that RPL has a donor-funded Jewish collection? Ben & Esther Dayson Judaica Collection - +2,000 books & DVDs at Brighouse library - visit link in bio
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This Sunday, to celebrate #AsianHeritageMonth, we're going behind the scenes with @Vancanopera. Experience a Cantonese opera: explore it's history and learn performance techniques and fighting choreography, plus enjoy a live performance. Sun May 10 11am-2:30pm Brighouse library
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The Community Conversation series returns with an interactive art workshop. Through collage, participants will express their thoughts, feelings, and hopes about our environment and climate change. Limited spots - register now at the link in bio Sat May 9 2-4pm Brighouse library
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Congratulations to teen volunteers Alan and Sana on receiving U-ROC awards at last night's ceremony. Your contributions to the library are appreciated! Looking for more #YouthWeek events? Browse our events calendar to find fun programs happening ➡️ May 7 - visit the link in bio
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Today is Red Dress Day, also known as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQIA+ people. Today brings attention to the ongoing and disproportionate rates of violence these people experience in Canada. Learn more - link in bio.
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May the 4th be with you! Stop by the Brighouse Launchpad any time to see our Star Wars-themed display of 3D printed items. Don't be shy - ask us how we made them and how you can too! Learn more about the Launchpad - link in bio #MaytheFourth #Maythe4th #StarWarsDay #StarWars
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Witness popsicle stick destruction at Brighouse today! Fascinated by science (think Project Hail Mary)? Curious about how strong a popsicle stick bridge can be? ✅✅- you need to be here! This is a #YouthWeek family-friendly event. Sat May 2 11am-3pm Learn more - link in bio
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It's #AsianHeritageMonth! Jacqueline Louie, author of Honouring the Gold Mountain Dreamers, will join us virtually to discuss her book. In-person hosted event, together with history curator Winnie Kwan. Sat May 2, 2-3pm, Brighouse library Reserve now-bit.ly/4ulzgvt
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Introducing…the new Richmond Public Library! We are so excited to share our reimagined brand identity. RPL is a place for imagination, knowledge, & community. We can’t wait to write the next chapter with you. Swipe to see our new look, & watch this space for more big news.
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The RPL To Go Van is back this week! ✨ Sign up for a card 📖 Register for programs 📚 Borrow & return items 💻 Access free Wi-Fi 🙋 Obtain reference help Thompson CC - Tues April 28, 1-3pm West Richmond CC - Wed April 29, 12-2pm Food Bank Cedarbridge - Thurs April 30, 10am-1pm
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