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Please Join Us in Celebrating 50 Years of Stories at the Richmond Public Library

#RPL50

For 50 years, RPL has been a place where stories gather. Generations of Richmond residents have visited the library to borrow books, join events, learn, and connect with the community.

 

In honour of the Richmond Public Library’s 50th anniversary, please join us for six weeks of exciting festivities online and in-person at your local library, from May 13 to June 28, 2026.

 

See the schedule below of special events, opportunities to win prizes, photo booths and shared stories.

 

Find us on social media @RPLBC and tag us #RPL50. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

What Does RPL Mean to You?

Did a particular book here spark your passion for reading? What service or program at RPL made an impact on your life? Did you make a connection with someone at the library? Share your favourite RPL memory!

Help us celebrate 50 years of RPL by sharing your library photos and memories. Submitted photos may be used by Richmond Public Library on our website, social media, displays, printed materials, reports, and other library-related communications. By submitting a photo, you confirm you have permission to share it. Photos will be used by RPL only and will not be sold or provided to third parties for their own use.

Join the Party

Celebrate each week with exciting 50th birthday festivities designed for all ages. Explore the special events to plan your visit!

May 13 - June 28

#RPL50 Photo + Story Booth

All Locations

What does RPL mean to you? Snap a photo of yourself at our #RPL50 Photo Booth and share your favourite memory of the Richmond Public Library. Don’t forget to tag @RPLBC! 
Apply for your first library card between May 13 – June 28 and get a limited edition RPL 50 card!
Tag us on social media or fill out this form to share your story and be entered to win!

May 24 - 30

Stop by the Launchpad to see amazing technology projects by youth and participate in fun activities!

Drop by the RPL table at the City of Richmond Public Works Open House.

May 31 - June 6

Brighouse

Drop by a Seniors Week event and share your favourite RPL memory!

June 7 - 13

Richmond Olympic Oval

We’ll be on-site with the RPL Go Van to celebrate Canada’s first kick-off game at the FIFA World Cup. Come say hello! 

June 14 - 20​

June 14 - June 22 RPL Scavenger Hunt

All Locations

Follow us on social media and watch for the details!

Join us for a special screening of ‘Back to the Future!’
Olé! Olé olé olé! Join us for the return of the FIFAe soccer tournament! Showcase your competitive skills by competing with other football fanatics on FC24.

June 21 - 28

We’re wrapping up our six-week birthday celebration with the Summer Reading Club 2026 kick-off, featuring a musical performance by Will’s Jams! Join us on June 28 to sign up and keep the stories going all summer long.