News from the Library
This fall, don't miss PA Days fun at the library! Join us to play and learn with drop-in activities for ages 6-12 at every branch from 2:00-4:00 p.m. on Sept. 22, Oct. 20, and Nov. 17.
And that's not all! On Oct. 20, register for…
Libraries across North America and their local writing communities come together for Indie Author Day! We're seeking local writers to join us for our Indie Author Day Book Fair on Saturday, November 4 at Central Branch.
Share your work with the Richmond Hill community.…
With a range of expert-led content on mental health, video streaming options, delectable recipes, driver’s license test preparation, and artistic inspiration, these digital services offer something for everyone. Best of all; these high-quality digital resources are free with your RHPL membership…
Celebrate the city's 150th anniversary and get creative! Try your hand at these themed…
Richmond Hill Cares is a special community outreach initiative to support community services in our city. The Library partners with a charitable or social service and works with them on a community initiative.
In August and September, drop by your local branch to donate non-perishable…
Richmond Hill Public Library introduces a new digital resource now available for members: LifeSpeak is a digital wellness platform with free online access to expert-led, curated content on physical and mental health.
Learn about mental health stigmas, signs of digital…
Richmond Hill Public Library (RHPL) and York Region District School Board (YRDSB) welcomed community members to participate in the unveiling of Kwiinwining - In the Community, an authentic community art project that is now a permanent fixture of RHPL’s Richmond Green Branch. Led by…
Notice anything different about our website? Our new website consists of a refreshed look and feel with elements from our new brand, a navigation that was built based on feedback from our community, and the addition of new modules that provide greater flexibility in the ways we share information…
Did you know? Oak Ridges Branch has a butterfly garden that's recently been designated a Monarch Waystation. Located in its front lawn, the butterfly garden nourishes and protects at-risk native species like the Monarch butterfly. In fact, the branch has just been designated a Monarch Waystation…
Café Louise Bakehouse is now open at Central Branch. Café Louise is a European-inspired, artisan café that features a wide selection of breads and baked goods made fresh. Local to York Region, the…
You can now borrow a Chromebook for in-branch use at Central and Richmond Green. Devices can be borrowed for up to three hours by anyone who is 14 years of age and older with an RHPL membership in good standing. Find out more.
Accessing your RHPL account, connecting to library services, and searching our catalogue has never been easier. Download the RHPL app from your app store.