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Picture Books to Get Ready for March Madness!

Posted about 2 weeks ago by Lisa Wiertel
  With Super Bowl LVIII now in the books and the opening day of baseball over a month away, it is time to get ready for March Madness! March Madness […]
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HARRIET TUBMAN, INSPIRING AMERICAN HERO

Posted about 2 years ago by Meldon Jenkins-Jones
Harriet Tubman (c. 1820-1822 – March 10, 1913) is an icon of courage, a true American hero. Born Araminta “Minty” Ross, she was enslaved at birth in Maryland. In 1849 […]
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Celebrating the Year of the Ox

Posted about 3 years ago by Laura Price
It's the Year of the Ox! Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a new book!
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Black History Month: Picturing Families

Posted about 3 years ago by Lisa Crisman
The Association for the Study of African American Life and History develops themes for Black History Month each year. The themes “reflect changes in how people of African descent in […]
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Focus on the New: Picture Books

Posted about 3 years ago by Lisa Crisman
Picture books are equal parts text and illustration. All ages may delight in the settings and characters as pictures help tell the story. Here’s a baker’s dozen new titles available […]
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Summer Reading Program: Explore Your World – Dragons

Posted about 5 years ago by Nico D'Archangel
Hello friends! Summer is in full swing now and our libraries are hopping with fun activities! From Lego Robotics Club and Mandalas to Candy Sushi and Puppet Shows, there’s something […]
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Summer Reading Program: Explore Your World – Cinderella

Posted about 5 years ago by Nico D'Archangel
It’s that time of year friends! Summer fun in the sun! Your Richmond Public Library is full of activities that follow along with our theme this year of Explore Your […]
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New year, new titles for youth!

Posted about 6 years ago by Lisa Crisman
Picture books continue to grow in popularity with new authors and illustrators plus old favorites stretching the boundaries of the 32-page norm.  Stop by your local library and check them […]
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