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Awarded the National Medal in 2017 by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, Richland Library is a vibrant, contemporary organization that provides resources and information that advance the Midlands. Offering state-of-the-art technology, a variety of literary and cultural programs and 13 bustling facilities located throughout the county, Richland Library provides a truly customizable, modern library experience for residents and visitors alike.
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09/29/2026
Ven y participa! Join us for a community celebration of the Hispanic and Latine culture. Enjoy live music, snacks, and participate in a collaborative art project. 🎶 🎨
📅 Tuesday, October 6
⏰ 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
📍 Richland Library Ballentine
Noche Bohemia | Richland Library Ven y participa! Join us for a community celebration of the Hispanic and Latine culture. Enjoy live music, snacks, and participate in a collaborative art project. This will be a night to remember!
09/28/2026
Calling all film lovers!
Join over 100,000 film lovers in viewing and voting during the 29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival.
📅 Friday, October 2
⏰ 2 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
📍 Richland Library Main
Watch Freely: MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival | Richland Library Film lovers in Columbia, SC will join over 100,000 film enthusiasts around the world during the week of Sept 24 - Oct 4 when the 29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival screens at Richland Library Main.MANHATTAN SHORT 2026 screens simultaneously across the world during a one-week period, with the....
09/26/2026
Just in time for the scariest season, middle grade and YA author, and Columbia native, India Hill Brown, will discuss her books, inspirations, and why we need to hold onto history.
📅 Sunday, October 4
⏰ 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
📍 Richland Library Main
A book sale with All Good Books and signing will follow.
Richland Library Lower Richland is expanding, and we want to hear from you! Your insights will help us shape what comes next, and there are plenty of ways to give it:
🏡 Attend the open house on October 10 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. to explore the new library spaces and join in community discussions.
📝 Add a note to one of the talkback boards at Richland Library Lower Richland or within the Lower Richland community.
🔗 Visit RichlandLibrary.com/Lower-Richland-Expansion to share your ideas.
09/24/2026
Now that's officially Fall, find your next read that has a touch of weird. Explore all of the here:
8 New Books for September | Richland Library This month's picks are all about family, murder, travel, and a touch of weird.
09/23/2026
What stories do our belongings tell in our absence?
Now on view at Richland Library Main, Belongings: The Art of Nelson Baldemor.
This exhibitexplores the life of immigrant Nelson Baldemor, a Filipino-American from Danville, Virginia, whose life was suddenly cut short in 2021. Having no next of kin, Nelson’s things were saved by a neighbor, Maria Lourdes Pérez Muñiz.
On view through October 30.
09/22/2026
Today marks the beginning of Fall! 🍂
Whether it's camping gear, tools, or a State Park pass, the Library of Things has something for all your fall trips and projects.
Explore the collection here:
09/21/2026
Elephant & Piggie are jumping off the page and onto the stage! 🐘🐷 See Mo Willems’ beloved characters come to life in a musical adventure from Columbia Children's Theatre.
📅 Sunday, September 27
⏰ 3 p.m.
📍 Richland Library Main
Columbia Children's Theatre presents Elephant & Piggie We Are in a Play! | Richland Library In Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!”, bestus friends Gerald and Piggie take the stage for a day full of music, laughter, friendship, and surprises. Gerald is careful, Piggie is excited, and the Squirrelles are ready to throw a party that turns everything upside down.Performed by the Colu...
09/21/2026
WWDR: What Would Dolly Read? 🦋 When asked how she would like to be remembered, Dolly Parton often pointed to her Imagination Library as one of her most important and cherished projects.
Explore these that honor her life and legacy here:
It's Hard to Be a Diamond in a Rhinestone World: What Would Dolly Read? | Richland Library Dolly Parton will be cherished for her many extraordinary talents, but when asked how she would like to be remembered, she often pointed to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library as one of her most important and cherished projects. Since its founding in 1995, the Imagination Library has distributed mo...
09/20/2026
Decide for yourself which country has the tastiest drinks! Come and sample sodas and drinks from around the world. 🥤
📅 Thursday, September 24
⏰ 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
📍 Richland Library Eastover
This program includes beverage tastings, please review ingredients carefully and participate at your own discretion. If you have specific allergy concerns, we recommend contacting the library in advance.
Around the World Taste Test | Richland Library Which country has the tastiest drinks? Come and sample sodas and drinks from around the world! This program includes beverage tastings. No food preparation will take place, but some drinks may contain common allergens such as dairy, nuts, soy, or gluten. Please review ingredients carefully and parti...
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