Events

Join us on Monday, July 7 at 6:30 pm and Wednesday, July 9 at 9:30 am to discuss James by Percival Everett. 

Genre: Historical/ Satire   320 pages

"When Jim overhears that he is about to be sold to a man in New Orleans, separated from his wife and daughter forever, he runs away until he can formulate a plan. Meanwhile, Huck has faked his own death to escape his violent father. As all readers of American literature know, thus begins the dangerous and transcendent journey by raft down the Mississippi River toward the elusive and unreliable promise of the Free States and beyond. 

Brimming with the electrifying humor and lacerating observations that have made Everett a literary icon, this brilliant and tender novel radically illuminates Jim's agency, intelligence, and compassion as never before. James is destined to be a major publishing event and a cornerstone of twenty-first century American literature." 

The only requirement to attend is to read the book! 

Copies will be available to borrow at the library one month prior to discussion. It is available as an eBook and audiobook on Libby. 

Need help with one of your personal devices such as a cellphone, laptop, tablet, or ereader? Join us on the second Tuesday of every month from 9:30-10:30 AM for Tech Tutoring! No registration is required for this class, just drop in!

Bring your babies and toddlers for a short story, rhymes, movement, songs and more. This is a great way to introduce them to the library!

Tweens/Teens: Come hang out, create art, play games, snack, and make friends!

This is your program so bring your ideas; we'd love to hear them!

Tuesday, July 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th and August 5th. 

Open to ages: 8-17 years old. 

The regular meeting of the Richmond Memorial Library Board of Trustees is on the second Tuesday of each month at 6 pm in the Gallery Room, unless otherwise noted. 

2025-2026 Meeting Schedule:
2025
Tuesday, July 8 at 6 pm
Tuesday, August 12 at 6 pm
Tuesday, September 9 at 6 pm
Tuesday, October 14 at 6 pm
Tuesday, November 18 at 6 pm *third Tuesday due to Veteran's Day Holiday
Tuesday, December 9 at 6 pm
2026
Tuesday, January 13 at 6 pm
Tuesday, February 10 at 6 pm
Tuesday, March 10 at 6 pm
Tuesday, April 14 at 6 pm
Tuesday, May 12 at 6 pm
Tuesday, June 9 at 6 pm
 

Join us on Monday, July 7 at 6:30 pm and Wednesday, July 9 at 9:30 am to discuss James by Percival Everett. 

Genre: Historical/ Satire   320 pages

"When Jim overhears that he is about to be sold to a man in New Orleans, separated from his wife and daughter forever, he runs away until he can formulate a plan. Meanwhile, Huck has faked his own death to escape his violent father. As all readers of American literature know, thus begins the dangerous and transcendent journey by raft down the Mississippi River toward the elusive and unreliable promise of the Free States and beyond. 

Brimming with the electrifying humor and lacerating observations that have made Everett a literary icon, this brilliant and tender novel radically illuminates Jim's agency, intelligence, and compassion as never before. James is destined to be a major publishing event and a cornerstone of twenty-first century American literature." 

The only requirement to attend is to read the book! 

Copies will be available to borrow at the library one month prior to discussion. It is available as an eBook and audiobook on Libby. 

Are you a relative, nanny or friend in charge of a baby, toddler or preschooler? 

Join us for Play Café to relax, laugh, and support each other! 
We expect to have a few fun visitors as well, including the

Fire Department on 10/16/24 

Tilly the Library Card Dog on 9/18/24 AND 3/5/2025!

Free Coffee Provided!