Richmond Hill Public Library is excited to announce the launch of RHPL On the Go, a groundbreaking initiative designed to bring library services closer to you. These new express kiosks, located at Ed Sackfield Arena and Elgin West Community Centre, make it easier than ever for…

Don't miss this exciting exhibition at the library! Toronto-based multi-disciplinary afro-futurist artist Adeyemi Adegbesan showcases his collection titled, "You Got This", exploring themes of unity and resilience of Black communities in Canada and abroad. Through…

A playaway is the simplest way to listen to an audiobook on the go. With the audio already contained within, and a battery to make it play, there’s nothing left to do but plug in earphones and enjoy. With more than 30 hours of listening time, this small device offers the portability and freedom…

Richmond Hill Public Library (RHPL) is thrilled to announce the launch of its innovative "Library of Things" collection, offering patrons free access to an extensive array of non-traditional items for borrowing, ranging from kitchenware and gardening tools to games and sports…

The Board of Richmond Hill Public Library is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Bruce Gorman to the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) after a nationwide search. 

Mr. Gorman comes to Richmond Hill Public Library with over 18 years of executive leadership experience…

We're thrilled to announce that Richmond Hill Public Library (RHPL) has won the prestigious 2024 John Cotton Dana Award from the American Library Association. We are honoured to be one of eight libraries selected for this award.

Our brand campaign, "Yes, at the Library," challenged…

Introducing Libra, a new digital resource e-collection with over 30,000 books and reference works in the Persian language. From literary fiction and novels to traveling writing and cookbooks, the digital platform offers specialized content in ebook and audiobook formats. Access…

Our new catalogue is live! Find out how to register your account and get started. Discover new features and enhancements that make it easy to search, borrow, and explore. Create and share your own reviews, make lists, place one-click holds, and more.

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Updated: August 19, 2024

Explore the library in a whole new way with the new app! The RHPL mobile app delivers the same engaging experiences online as browsing in-branch, or through the online catalogue. Find curated collections, register for programs and services, and…

An RHPL card is your ticket to explore Ontario! Borrow an Experience Pass with your library membership and get free admission to select museums, art galleries, and parks. Learn more about how to borrow Experience Passes and check availability in our catalogue. 

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Exciting news! Our catalogue launch is almost here, and we invite you to be among the first to explore. The catalogue is live, working, and ready for you to dive in. We invite you to discover the new catalogue in our member preview starting on Monday, Feb. 12.

This will…

This holiday season, find great stocking stuffer ideas with our merch and apparel collection. From cozy tees to travel mugs to baby onesies, there's something for everyone! Shop with purpose: every purchase supports your library and can help make a difference in your community. Browse the…