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Some in-branch programs require registration with your library card. Please log in with your library account or follow this link to apply for a card online. You can also apply for a card in person at any of our 33 locations.

  • Colorful picture of people conversing, with different shape bubbles above their heads

    Wednesdays, Nov 29, 2023 - Apr 10, 2024
    6:30pm
    60 minutes

    18 sessions remaining

    Every Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm

    September 13th- December 20th

    Practice your English conversation skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome in this free program.

  • Tuesday Dec 19, 2023 at 1:30pm
    60 minutes

    Pack your bags and prepare for the first chapter in a tour around the world! Joins us every third Tuesday until June 2024, where we will discuss a title set in a different country and/or written by a foreign author.

    When you pick up a copy of September's title, you will receive a Traveler's Guide to keep with you for the year, in which you may keep notes as you read, draw something from the book that has inspired you, or bring up points you'd like to discuss during the meet-ups.

    At every meeting you attend, you will get your "passport" stamped. We hope to see you well-traveled by summer 2024!

  • Open book on a table

    Thursday Dec 21, 2023 at 7:00pm
    60 minutes

    Come join us the 4th Thursday of every month for lively discussion on a variety of English-language books.

  • magnifying glass on top of orange-tinted map of the earth

    Tuesdays, Jan 16, 2024 - Mar 19, 2024
    1:30pm
    60 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Registration opens on Friday, December 1, 2023 - 9:00am

    Continuing from the fall session, all aboard for the next leg of our tour around the world, with Japan, Mexico, and Sri Lanka! Join us the third Tuesday of each month until June 2024, where we will discuss a title set in a different country and/or written by a foreign author.

    When you register, we will reserve a copy of the book for you - no need to place a hold, unless you would like to enjoy the book in a different format. When you pick up your copy, you will receive a Reader's Passport to keep with you for the year, in which you may keep notes as you read, draw something from the book that has inspired you, or bring up points you'd like to discuss during the meeting.

    At every meeting you attend, bring your "passport" to have it stamped. We hope to see you well-traveled by summer 2024!

  • open book on tree roots, surrounded by leaves

    Thursdays, Jan 25, 2024 - Mar 28, 2024
    7:00pm
    60 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Come join us the 4th Thursday of every month for lively discussion on a variety of English-language books. Everything from non-fiction to fantasy to gentle reads, there's something for everyone - and you may find a new genre that appeals to you!

  • English conversation group

    Wednesdays, Nov 29, 2023 - Dec 20, 2023
    10:00am
    90 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Join our free English conversation group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.

    All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.

    Rejoignez notre groupe de conversation en anglais gratuit pour pratiquer l'anglais dans une atmosphère détendue.

    Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus à ce programme , inscription non requise.

  • parent and baby

    Wednesdays, Nov 29, 2023 - Dec 13, 2023
    10:00am
    30 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes, songs and activities for babies (ages 0-18 months) and a parent/caregiver. 

  • santa claus image

    Wednesdays, Nov 29, 2023 - Dec 02, 2023
    10:00am
    420 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Do you have a special request for Santa? We've got you covered! Come to the Richmond branch and write Santa a letter to let him know you've been extra good this year, and don't forget to share with him your hopes for Christmas morning surprises! Remember to include your name, age and address to receive a letter back from the big guy in red! 

    Starting: November 18th until Saturday December 2nd, 2023. 

    Grown ups: we will be sending out the letters on December 4th so that they get to the North Pole by  December 7,2023-  that is the date the Elf Post Office closes for the season. . 

    Richmond branch, OPL 
     

  • Adult reading a book to children

    Wednesdays, Nov 29, 2023 - Dec 13, 2023
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.

  • Wednesdays, Nov 29, 2023 - Dec 13, 2023
    10:15am
    45 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program.