 NEW! Science Kits
Curious about science? Borrow one of the library's new Science Kits and find out all about the exciting world of science. Each Kit contains 5 books, 1 DVD and a toy. They are available at all 4 RPL branches, and can be kept for 4 weeks (28 days).
There are 12 themes, including:
Ask at the info desk at any RPL Branch, or reserve your kit online today!
Best for kids age 8 and up.
Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Richmond Public Library. |
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Parents' Support Series
Did you know that the library offers workshops to help parents with many aspects of their children's lives and development? Upcoming topics include:
Tueday November 17
Childrens' Emotional Health and Well Being
9:30-11:30am
Brighouse (Main) Branch
How to Get Involved in Your Child's Education
9:30-11:30am
Brighouse (Main) Branch
Programs are conducted in English with Chinese interpretation. Offered in partnership with the Richmond Chinese Parents' Association, the Richmond District Parents' Association, Richmond School Board, City of Richmond, Vancouver Costal Health & CHIMO Crisis Services
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 See the Movie, Read the Book
Lots of the movies in theatres today were based on books. Make sure you read the book to see where the inspiration for the movie came from, and decide whether you like the movie or book better. Here are a few titles to check out:
Astro Boy - Astro Boy is a robot with superior powers and skills, as well as human emotions. Join him in this manga series as he fights crime, robots gone berserk and alien invaders.
Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs - Life is delicious in the town of Chewandswallow where it rains soup and juice, snows mashed potatoes, and blows storms of hamburgers -- until the weather takes a turn for the worse.
Fantastic Mr. Fox - Someone's been stealing from the three meanest farmers around, and they know just who it is - Fantastic Mr. Fox! The farmers hve joined forces, and they have Mr. Fox and his family surrounded. Only the most fantastic plan can save him now. |
| Lego Contest
Are you a Lego fan? Come and cheer on the participants in our Lego contest as they build projects inspired by their favourite books.
Saturday November 13
1:30-3:30pm
Brighouse (Main) Branch
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We Recommend 
Alex, who lives with her uncle in the apartment above their doorknob shop, isn't too thrilled about going back to school. Luckily the new school year brings an exciting new teacher, Mr. Underwood, who is the descendant of a famous pirate. When pirates from a ship called the Ironic Gentleman kidnap Mr. Underwood, Alex sets off on a daring rescue mission, and along the way encounters a cast of strange and magical creatures. Will she be able to rescue Mr. Underwood? Borrow this book and find out. |
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