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Celebrating 50 Years of Stories

For half a century, RPL has been the heart of the community. A place where stories come alive, generations gather and memories are made. Join in the fun from May 13 – June 28 at special events and submit your RPL story to win!

Coolest Projects with Digital Moment

Coolest Projects celebrates young digital creators and we’re excited to welcome this international event to Richmond! Apply to showcase their project by May 16 for a chance to receive a cool digital gift. Drop in May 30 to see all the projects.

Launchpad Senior Mornings

Connect with other seniors while learning how to get certified on our 3D printers and use our Cricut machines to become a DIY-pro. You’ll be making your own gifts, cards, stickers and more, much quicker than you’d expect!

Experience the joy of learning with our extensive library resources.

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Find programs and learning materials for children and families.
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Explore programs, services, and resources for Newcomers to Canada.
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Access our digital library anytime, anywhere.
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Discover hands-on kits that spark creativity, learning, and play.

Looking for your next great spring read? Start here.

Find your next favourite book today!

Programs & Events

Happening Today at RPL

Check out some of today’s exciting events happening at all library locations. From storytimes to workshops, there’s something for you.

Wednesday May 20, 2026

schedule 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Brighouse

How to Renew Your Permanent Resident Card (in Mandarin) 如何换发枫叶卡 (hybrid in-person)
Registration Required
schedule 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Brighouse

Senior Information Series: What to expect after a death, common misconceptions, and how families can be better prepared.
Registration Required
schedule 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Brighouse

Chinese Couplets Study Club 對聯學會
Registration Required
schedule 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Brighouse

Babytime
Drop-In
schedule 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Brighouse

Il était une fois - A French Storytime
Drop-In
schedule 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Ironwood

Family Storytime
Drop-In
schedule 11:00 am - 11:30 am

Ironwood

DUPLO Free Play
Drop-In
schedule 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Ironwood

Conversations in the Library
Drop-In
schedule 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Ironwood

LEGO Club - Ages 8-12
Drop-In
schedule 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Cambie

Family Storytime
Drop-In
schedule 11:00 am - 11:30 am

Cambie

DUPLO Free Play
Drop-In
schedule 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Cambie

Toddler Time for Chinese Speaking Families (Mandarin, Cantonese & English)
Drop-In
schedule 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Cambie

Queers in Space: Sew! Paint! Design!
Drop-In
schedule 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Cambie

Cambie Evening Book Club: The Tiger and the Cosmonaut
Registration Required
schedule 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Online

How to Renew Your Permanent Resident Card (in Mandarin) 如何换发枫叶卡 (hybrid online)
Registration Required
schedule 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Online

2026 TRC57 Speaker Series - Dr. Aaron Mills
Registration Required
   
Search All Events
schedule 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Brighouse

How to Renew Your Permanent Resident Card (in Mandarin) 如何换发枫叶卡 (hybrid in-person)
Registration Required
schedule 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Brighouse

Senior Information Series: What to expect after a death, common misconceptions, and how families can be better prepared.
Registration Required
schedule 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Brighouse

Chinese Couplets Study Club 對聯學會
Registration Required
schedule 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Brighouse

Babytime
Drop-In
schedule 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Brighouse

Il était une fois - A French Storytime
Drop-In
   
Search All Events
schedule 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Ironwood

Family Storytime
Drop-In
schedule 11:00 am - 11:30 am

Ironwood

DUPLO Free Play
Drop-In
schedule 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Ironwood

Conversations in the Library
Drop-In
schedule 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Ironwood

LEGO Club - Ages 8-12
Drop-In
   
Search All Events

No events happening at Steveston today.

schedule 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Cambie

Family Storytime
Drop-In
schedule 11:00 am - 11:30 am

Cambie

DUPLO Free Play
Drop-In
schedule 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Cambie

Toddler Time for Chinese Speaking Families (Mandarin, Cantonese & English)
Drop-In
schedule 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Cambie

Queers in Space: Sew! Paint! Design!
Drop-In
schedule 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Cambie

Cambie Evening Book Club: The Tiger and the Cosmonaut
Registration Required
   
Search All Events
schedule 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Online

How to Renew Your Permanent Resident Card (in Mandarin) 如何换发枫叶卡 (hybrid online)
Registration Required
schedule 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Online

2026 TRC57 Speaker Series - Dr. Aaron Mills
Registration Required