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Richmond Public Library's Spring 2026 Event Guide.

Spring 2026 Event Guide

Discover upcoming programs with the What’s Happening event guide. View online or download and print.

First Fridays at Richmond Public Library

First Fridays

New art exhibits every month at the Main Library.

Concerts and Performances at Richmond Public Library.

Concerts and Performances

Experience live music, performances, and more at your library.

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Storytimes

Find quality storytimes that stimulate children’s minds, promote brain development, and give children the tools they need to succeed.

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Books & Media

Explore books, media, reading lists, and curated recommendations to inspire your next great find.

Services

Learn a new skill, search your family tree, download a legal form, self-publish your book as an e-book—there’s so much to do at your library.

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Bookologist

On demand, hand-crafted, “bespoke” book lists just for you.

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Book Lists

Browse book lists put together by our librarians.

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Binge Bag

A selection of DVDs in a keepsake RPL bag for a movie watching marathon!

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Innovation Lab

A digital lab and makerspace designed for patrons of all ages.

Film and archival materials that one could use the Memory Lab to examine.

Memory Lab

Resources for personal archiving and digitization of photos, home movies, and other forms of media.

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Meeting Spaces

Reserve free public meeting spaces for educational, instructional, or civic programs.

Kids and Teens

Discover books, programs, reading lists, and digital resources for kids and teens.

Discover books, programs, reading lists, and digital resources for kids and teens.

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