Richmond Public Library

08/24/2026

Start the school year right by setting goals, getting organized, and, of course, reading! Kids can join the Back to School Reading Challenge now through September 30 in the free Beanstack app and online at griver.beanstack.org.

07/08/2026

UPDATE 12:50 P.M.--Richmond is open normal hours today, July 8 (11:00 to 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.).

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07/08/2026

UPDATED 12:10 P.M.--library hours affected by electrical issues. Some locations opening late. See branch library pages for details!

07/02/2026

The library will be closed all day, Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, for Independence Day. The library will be open regular hours on Monday, July 6: https://griver.org/locations/richmond

06/18/2026

The library will be closed on June 19 for Juneteenth. The library will be open regular hours on June 18 and June 20: https://griver.org/locations

06/08/2026

Plant a Seed, Read! Kids ages 0 to 18 are invited to sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge, happening June 9 through August 9. Register to see your reading blossom, win prizes, and nourish your mind this summer!

06/01/2026

The Library Card Design Contest is here! There will be four winners, one from each category: youth (ages 0-12), teen (ages 13-18), adult (ages 20+), and library staff. Show off your creativity and have your design on the next library card! Pick up your contest form at your local library or find contest details at https://griver.org/library-news/2026-library-card-design-contest

05/26/2026

Families! Summer is almost here! The Summer Reading Challenge begins on June 8, so mark your calendars!

05/22/2026

The library will be closed on Monday, May 25, for Memorial Day. The library will be open regular hours on Saturday, May 23: https://griver.org/locations/richmond

05/04/2026

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