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Come see what RCPL is talking about! Books, movies, music, magazines and more – here’s where RCPL staff discusses interesting library materials, upcoming events and the many services available at the library.
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Together We Can
Submitted by mneeley on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 2:43pmAt the Richland County Public Library, we know how rewarding it is to make a difference in the lives of children, by bringing them together with books. So we were thrilled when the city of Columbia and Richland School District One took us up on our suggestion to select All Around Town: The Photos of Richard Samuel Roberts, as the book for the 2012 “Together We Can” reading initiative. >> Read more
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Anthony Shadid 1968-2012
Submitted by Tintin on Tue, 02/21/2012 - 12:00am
Award-winning New York Times correspondent Anthony Shadid died tragically last week while reporting on the civil strife unfolding in Syria. He collapsed from a severe asthma attack shortly after slipping into Syria across its border with Turkey, and the Times photographer traveling with him was unable to revive him or get him back to medical aid in time to save him. >> Read more
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Happy Presidents' Day (Observed)!
Submitted by Broadsheet on Mon, 02/20/2012 - 9:00am
Did you know that the federal Washington's Birthday holiday (otherwise known as Presidents' Day) never actually falls on Washington's actual birthday? It's true! The Uniform Monday Holiday Act of 1968 shifted the holiday to the Monday between the 15th and the 21st, so it will never be celebrated on February 22nd. This may not bother Washington much, but it bothers me - that's >> Read more
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100 Greatest? Books for Children
Submitted by hmccue on Fri, 02/17/2012 - 1:24pm
Last week, Scholastic’s Parent & Child magazine released its list of “100 Greatest Books for Kids” and the uproar can be heard over the Wild Thing >> Read more
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Tax Time
Submitted by Overbooked on Tue, 02/14/2012 - 1:32pmMidlands VITA Coalition: 2012 VITA Sites >> Read more
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Whitney Houston, 1964-2012
Submitted by Overbooked on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 9:25am
Talented singer and actress, Whitney Houston is gone. At the height of her career she was a musical powerhouse and a superstar of the entertainment world. We can all be reminded of her talent through her music and movies. >> Read more
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Make or Break Time: The Job Interview (Part 2)
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For the Love of Roses
Submitted by Overbooked on Sat, 02/11/2012 - 8:31am
The price of a dozen roses is pretty high this time of year. Why not learn to grow your own? Join the Richland County Master Gardeners at the Main Library for a program on rose cultivation on Sunday, February 12, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. RCPL also has plenty of books on roses to get you on your way to a beautiful bouquet.
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Dress to Impress: How to Wow Them at the Interview (Part 1)
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"We Wish You Love, Peace and Soul": A Don Cornelius Legacy
Submitted by Inquiring Mind on Sun, 02/05/2012 - 4:34pm
“We wish you love, peace and soul” might be a familiar phrase if you ever watched an episode of Soul Train, a show that offered exposure to some of the greatest African-American musicians. The show’s creator, Don Cornelius, recently passed away on February 1, 2012 yet he leaves behind a legacy of opportunity for a plethora of R&B, hip hop, jazz, soul, disco and gospel artists. M >> Read more
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