Posts by Richland Library
Richland Library to begin Let’s Talk Race community initiative
October 1, 2020
Embark on a journey to end systemic racism during this time of unrest in our country and join Richland Library as we introduce the Let’s Talk Race community initiative. Over…
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Richland Library Friends and Foundation announces 2020-2021 board
September 29, 2020
The Richland Library Friends and Foundation is excited to share its 2020-2021 board with the community. Leadership positions include: Cindy Cox, Chair Bob Mathews, Vice Chair Elizabeth Black, Secretary/Treasurer The…
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Richland Library’s next artist-in-residence brings photojournalism into focus
September 23, 2020
A local artist who aims to facilitate real dialogue by capturing moments in time through a camera lens is sharing his talents with Richland Library over the next three months.…
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Richland Library releases 25th edition of Kids in Print
September 21, 2020
Showcasing the talents of young people across the Midlands, Richland Library is releasing its annual literary magazine, Kids in Print 2020, and marking a special anniversary with the 25th edition.…
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Richland Library announces expansion of services, starting 9/21
September 21, 2020
Richland Library is announcing the expansion of services with minimal contact. Starting Monday, September 21, there are new hours of operation for our locations with pick-up windows and the library’s…
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Richland Library Hosts Panel Discussion on The Power of the Vote
September 18, 2020
With the 2020 General Election less than two months away, join Richland Library for a timely discussion on The Power of the Vote from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Thursday, September…
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Richland Library’s annual Pigskin Poets moves online
September 16, 2020
Are you ready for some football? Richland Library is teaming with the Gamecocks for Pigskin Poets from 10:30 – 11 a.m., Saturday, September 19 on our Facebook Page. Marking its…
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Richland Library introduces initiatives for 2020 Census & Voter Registration
September 16, 2020
As deadlines quickly approach for the 2020 Census and upcoming General Election, Richland Library is presenting some new initiatives to make sure local residents get counted and heard. According to…
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Experience selection of Balkan Music during Richland Library’s Evening Arts Program – September 18
September 14, 2020
In partnership with the 2020 Southern Guitar Festival and Competition, join Richland Library for Evening Arts: MM Guitar Duo from 7 – 8 p.m., Friday, September 18 on our Facebook…
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Learn More about the 2020 Census & Voter Registration during Tele-Town Hall
September 8, 2020
Make sure you’re counted and your voice is heard in 2020. Richland Library is hosting a tele-town hall, dedicated to the census and voter registration, starting at 1 p.m., Monday,…
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Richland Library continues monthly Let’s Talk Race discussion – September 10
September 8, 2020
Richland Library is tackling a variety of topics through the lens of diversity, equity and inclusion. Join us for another virtual Let’s Talk Race discussion from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.,…
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Take Advantage of Educational Benefits that a Library Card Offers
September 1, 2020
As the new academic year gets underway, support virtual and in-classroom learning by adding a library card to the school supply list. Richland Library wants to let parents, caregivers and…
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Richland Library to unveil Black Lives Matter-inspired public art
August 27, 2020In partnership with One Columbia for Arts and Culture, Richland Library is featuring the work of two local, Black artists in our community. On Thursday, August 27, installation begins of…
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Get personalized reading recommendations through new online service
August 26, 2020
As summer begins to wind down, don’t let your reading list sizzle out. Richland Library now offers an online personalized recommendation service, which can help. To get started, visit us…
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Richland Library announces encore viewing of Dr. Ibram X. Kendi program
August 20, 2020
Due to the community’s overwhelming interest surrounding Let’s Talk Race: A Conversation with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, Richland Library is excited to offer an encore viewing of the online program…
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Richland Library features award-winning guitarist during evening arts program – August 21
August 18, 2020
In partnership with the 2020 Southern Guitar Festival and Competition, join Richland Library for Evening Arts: Austin Wahl from 7 – 8 p.m., Friday, August 21 on the Facebook Page.…
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Richland Library hosts panel discussion on The Power of Protest – August 27
August 17, 2020
Richland Library is inviting the community to take part in a powerful and timely discussion. Join us for The Power of Protest from 6:30 – 8 p.m., Thursday, August 27.…
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Richland Library introduces new entrepreneur-in-residence
August 13, 2020
Thanks to recent funding from the Libraries Build Business grant, Richland Library is announcing the continuation of our entrepreneur-in-residence program. We’re excited to welcome Karen R. Jenkins, who has a…
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End Summer on a high note with Jazzy Ash and the Leaping Lizards
August 7, 2020
Get ready to celebrate a summer of learning, creating and sharing with Richland Library. Join us for the End of Summer Bash with Jazzy Ash and the Leaping Lizards from…
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Experience evening of storytelling through song with Richland Library
August 4, 2020
Enjoy a beautiful night of storytelling through song with Richland Library. Join us for Evening Arts: Danielle Howle from 7 – 8 p.m., Friday, August 7 on our Facebook Page.…
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Apply to become Richland Library’s artist-in-residence this fall
July 30, 2020
In an effort to provide continued support to local artists and share their talents with the community, Richland Library is accepting applications for our next artist-in-residence in fall 2020, starting…
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Wi-Fi hotspots are coming to Columbia Housing resident communities
July 28, 2020
Concerns continue to rise about the absence of high-speed Internet or broadband access in underserved areas during the COVID-19 pandemic. To provide this essential service in our community and help…
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Richland Library secures grant funding for entrepreneurial launch pad
July 27, 2020
Richland Library announces we are the recipient of $140,000 in funding from the American Library Association (ALA) to build capacity and expand our programming to small businesses and entrepreneurs from…
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Richland Library Advances Let’s Talk Race Discussion in Community – July 29
July 27, 2020
Richland Library is continuing to host courageous conversations that peacefully and intentionally address the topic of racism. Join us for another virtual Let’s Talk Race discussion from 6:30 – 8:30…
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Take part in different learning activities at home with Richland Library – July 25
July 16, 2020
Get ready to learn, create and share with Richland Library. Join us for Learn Freely Fest from 10:30 a.m. – 1:45 p.m., Saturday, July 25 on our Facebook Page. This…
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Richland Library to launch Read Freely Collections at three locations
July 15, 2020
With a commitment of getting materials into the hands of children and families over the summer, Richland Library is launching a new resource, titled the Read Freely Collections, on Thursday,…
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Richland Library Tele-Town Hall aims to connect local kinship caregivers
July 8, 2020
More than 130,000 children are in kinship care across South Carolina, according to recent reports, and Richland Library is trying to connect with the grandparents, aunts, uncles, godparents, neighbors, family…
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Richland Library to showcase International Classical Guitarist in online performance – July 10
July 7, 2020
In partnership with the Southern Guitar Festival and Competition 2020, join Richland Library for Evening Arts: International Classical Guitarist Raphaël Feuillâtre from 7 – 8 p.m., Friday, July 10 on…
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Richland Library dedicates phone line for storytelling
July 2, 2020
With a goal to support learning, creating and sharing over the summer, Richland Library has a new option for families to add to their reading repertoire. We are offering stories…
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Engage in Honest Dialogue during Local Let’s Talk Race Program – July 1
June 29, 2020
In an effort to address the topic of systemic racism in our state and country, join Richland Library for a virtual Let’s Talk Race discussion from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.,…
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Enjoy Some Cool Jazz on a Summer Night with Richland Library – June 26
June 24, 2020
With temperatures rising outside, enjoy a night of cool jazz from the comfort of your home. Join Richland Library for Evening Arts: Ara-Viktoria from 7 – 8 p.m., Friday, June…
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Richland Library expands limited services, starting 6/24
June 23, 2020
Following a successful pilot of processing the existing holds of more than 2,000 customers, Richland Library is expanding its limited services to provide physical materials with minimal contact to all…
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Deadline approaches for 2020 Ethel Bolden Minority Fellowship
June 19, 2020
The Richland Library Friends and Foundation wants to send a friendly reminder about the upcoming deadline for the 2020 Ethel Bolden Minority Fellowship. Applications are due by Wednesday, July 1.…
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Richland Library announces plans for limited services
June 17, 2020
After meeting regularly to discuss and evaluate processes that keep the welfare of customers and staff at the forefront, Richland Library plans on piloting limited services to safely provide physical…
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Richland Library provides resources to address race, equity and inclusion
June 11, 2020
In an effort to address the topic of systemic racism in our state and country, Richland Library is encouraging members of the community to take part in this difficult and…
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Add a little soul to your Friday evening with Richland Library – June 12
June 10, 2020
Fill your Friday evening with a little harmony. Join Richland Library for Evening Arts: IndigoSOUL from 7 – 8 p.m., Friday, June 12 on our Facebook Page. This live performance,…
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Enjoy a Friday Night Dance Party with Richland Library
May 27, 2020
Richland Library’s current artist-in-residence is taking center stage in an online program, which is free and open to the public. Join us for Evening Arts: Martha Brim’s Dance Party from…
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Richland Library still holding 2020 Summer Learning Challenge
May 21, 2020
As the virtual school year winds down and the unofficial start to summer arrives, Richland Library is excited to share our annual Summer Learning Challenge is moving forward. Starting June…
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Tele-Town Hall to Share Resources for Richland County Senior Citizens amid COVID-19 – May 21
May 18, 2020
In an effort to support senior citizens throughout Richland County and share important resources, Richland Library is hosting a tele-town hall event 6:30 p.m., Thursday, May 21. Hear from representatives…
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Richland Library makes list of 2020 Top Workplaces in SC
May 11, 2020
Integrated Media Publishing is announcing Richland Library as a 2020 Top Workplace. We are one of 30 companies in South Carolina to make this year’s list. The library ranked #4…
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Richland Library’s next Evening Arts program offers humorous escape – May 15
May 11, 2020
Are you in need of a good laugh? Join Richland Library for Evening Arts: The Mothers Comedy Group from 7 – 7:30 p.m., Friday, May 15 on our Facebook Page.…
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Richland Library’s Executive Director elected to lead Public Library Association
May 1, 2020
The Public Library Association (PLA) is sharing the results of its 2020 Election and welcoming Richland Library Executive Director Melanie Huggins as the 2021-2022 president. Huggins is serving a three-year…
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Explore shared family history with Richland Library card
April 29, 2020
While many of us continue to stay at home and practice social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic, we can connect to each other through our shared history with help from…
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Support learning at home with Richland Library’s online resources
April 27, 2020
With schools remaining closed across South Carolina and students finishing the academic year virtually, Richland Library is offering resources to support learning from home. Here’s a quick refresher of some…
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Richland Library features local artists in online jazz performance – April 24
April 21, 2020
TGIF! Richland Library is turning up the dial with a night of cool jazz. Please join us for Evening Arts: Jazz and Poetry with Eboni Ramm and Friends from 7…
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New application deadline for 2020 Ethel Bolden Minority Fellowship
April 17, 2020
The Richland Library Friends and Foundation announces an extension to apply for the 2020 Ethel Bolden Minority Fellowship. The new deadline is Wednesday, July 1. A printable form is available…
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Richland Library offers local employment & small business help
April 16, 2020
While the coronavirus pandemic is impacting the public health of Americans across the country, it’s also triggering economic concerns. During these uncertain times, Richland Library is communicating and offering support…
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Bilingual tele-town hall to focus on education & health care during COVID-19
April 7, 2020
In an effort to share important information on education and health care during the coronavirus pandemic, Richland Library is hosting a bilingual tele-town hall event to support families and caregivers…
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Richland Library addresses personal needs of community amid COVID-19
April 3, 2020
While Richland Library locations remain closed until further notice, in the interest of public safety, we continue to be a trusted and active partner in the community during the coronavirus…
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Richland Library’s virtual resources offer new & creative ways to learn
March 20, 2020
As the state of South Carolina continues to stress the importance of social distancing and implement additional measures to prevent community spread of the coronavirus, Richland Library is preparing new…
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