Library Closed for Labor Day
The Richton Park Public Library District will be closed on the First Monday in September in honor of Labor Day. We will reopen with our regularly scheduled hours on Tuesday.
The Richton Park Public Library District will be closed on the First Monday in September in honor of Labor Day. We will reopen with our regularly scheduled hours on Tuesday.
Update 9/9/2024: Parking Lot Construction has been extended through Thursday, September 12. The library will remain closed through construction and will reopen with our regular hours on Friday, September 13. Thank you for your understanding and support! Please keep an eye on our website & social media channels for any changes. Original Post: The Richton […]
Everyone: Do you have documents that need to be shredded? Bring them to the library and Beaver Shredding will shredd them on the spot! Limit 5 banker boxes of paper. Please note: While the library is closed during this time, we will still be hosting the shredding event. Please follow posted signage when you arrive. Drop-in […]
General Audience: Today is a day to celebrate! Join us for a giveaway at checkout as we celebrate National Peanut Day!
Seniors: Let’s play cards or try new board games! Hang out with us and enjoy spending time together! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Program Sponsored by AgeOptions
Adults: Join us for a weekly light exercise where we stretch and work on building strength with chair yoga. Wear comfortable clothing. Exercise Waiver signed at first attendance. Drop-in Program (no registration required) Program Sponsored by AgeOptions
Adults: Learn how your library card can save you money at Museums & Cultural Destinations throughout Illinois! We will be looking at the Museum Adventure Pass & Explore More Illinois Pass Programs. Drop-in Program (no registration required)
Adults: Join us for evening tea & stitches! Light refreshments will be available. (Knitters & Fiber Artists welcomed too!). Drop-in Program (no registration required)
Adults: Join the Friends of the Library at their monthly member meeting. See our Friends Page for more information about the Friends of the Library Organization and how to join! Meetings are held in-person at the library. Zoom accomodations can be made upon request with 72 hours notice. Rescheduled due to parking lot construction.
The Library Board of Trustees meets regularly on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm. Agenda available on Library Board Page.
Adults: Do you enjoy books but never have a a quiet moment to yourself? Looking to have a little "me time"? Bring your book (and a beverage) and join us at the library to read in peace and quiet. Drop-in Program (no Registration Required)
Adults / General: Join us for a talk with Professor Dan Simons, co-author of Nobody's Fool: Why We Get Taken In and What We Can Do About It, brought to you in partnership with the League of Women Voters of Illinois Mis/Disinformation Task Force. Register for Zoom Webinar (Or drop-in and join us at the […]
Seniors: Let’s play cards or try new board games! Hang out with us and enjoy spending time together! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Program Sponsored by AgeOptions
General Audience: Today is a day to celebrate! Join us for a giveaway at checkout as we celebrate International Eat an Apple Day!
Community: We're having a Fall Plant Swap on Saturday, September 28! Donate your unneeded bulbs, houseplant propagations, & gently used supplies to the library and let them find a new home in our community! Donations can be dropped off at the Adult Services Desk during regular library hours. No donations required to participate in the […]
Adults: Join us for a weekly light exercise where we stretch and work on building strength with chair yoga. Wear comfortable clothing. Exercise Waiver signed at first attendance. Drop-in Program (no registration required) Program Sponsored by AgeOptions
Adults: Join us as we make a cute project with the sewing machine and customize it with our Cricut! Beginners welcome! September Project: Tote Bag October Project: Throw Pillow Case November Project: Placemats Register Online Registration Required so we have enough supplies! Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no […]
Adults: Join us for a weekly light exercise where we stretch and work on building strength with chair yoga. Wear comfortable clothing. Exercise Waiver signed at first attendance. Drop-in Program (no registration required) Program Sponsored by AgeOptions
Adults: Have a quick question about your device and need a little help? Drop on by and we will see if we can assist. Drop-In Program (no Registration Required)
Adults: Do computers make you nervous? Do you want to learn new computer skills but don’t know where to begin? Join us as we teach you how to use online self-paced courses to learn new skills. Drop-In Program (no Registration Required)
Seniors: Let’s play cards or try new board games! Hang out with us and enjoy spending time together! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Program Sponsored by AgeOptions
Community: Love plants? Have too many bulbs? Join us for a Fall Plant Swap! We're focusing on bulbs & houseplants, but all plants & gently used supplies welcome. No donations required to participate in the swap—items are free to good homes! Questions? library@rppld.org Drop-in Program (no Registration Required) Accepting Donations Sept 23-28: Donate your unneeded […]
Adults: Join us for a weekly light exercise where we stretch and work on building strength with chair yoga. Wear comfortable clothing. Exercise Waiver signed at first attendance. Drop-in Program (no registration required) Program Sponsored by AgeOptions
Seniors: Join us for a 10-week program where we play bingo and get fit doing light exercises at the same time! Wear comfortable clothing. Paperwork & waiver will be signed at first attendance. Note: We will not be meeting the week of Thanksgiving. No registration required. Sponsored by AgeOptions
General Audience: Today is a day to celebrate! Join us for a giveaway at checkout as we celebrate National Smarties Day!
Adults: Join us for a weekly light exercise where we stretch and work on building strength with chair yoga. Wear comfortable clothing. Exercise Waiver signed at first attendance. Drop-in Program (no registration required) Program Sponsored by AgeOptions
Gr. 9 - 12 & Parents: Learn about the new FAFSA guidelines and learn tips and tricks to complete the financial aid process. Register Online Registration Required. Please observe age ranges for programs. Program may be cancelled and/or rescheduled due to low registration
Seniors: Join us for a 10-week program where we play bingo and get fit doing light exercises at the same time! Wear comfortable clothing. Paperwork & waiver will be signed at first attendance. Note: We will not be meeting the week of Thanksgiving. No registration required. Sponsored by AgeOptions
Adults: Join us each month as we discuss what we’re reading and talk about books we’ve read. Ask for this month’s title at the Adult Services Desk. September's Title: “The Clementine Complex" by Bob Mortimer Contact Ms. Karissa (Ext. 210) to have a copy reserved for you in advance.
We are now accepting book donations for the Friends of the Library Book Sale on October 12th! Donations will only be accepted Friday, October 4th through Thursday, October 10th, 2024 during regular library hours. Please do not put donations in the drive-up returns or leave them at doorways. If you need assistance getting them out […]
Seniors: Let’s play cards or try new board games! Hang out with us and enjoy spending time together! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Program Sponsored by AgeOptions
Adults: Join us on Saturday, October 5 for a blood drive! You can schedule your appointment online at www.vitalant.org or call (877) 258-4825. Our group code is ORD0063F. Appointments required. Prepare: Eat Well, Hydrate, and Bring ID. Note: Event has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for your understanding and we hope you'll pencil […]
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