Commemorate Black History Month at the library and learn about the impact of Black Richmonders on the history and culture of our region, create art inspired by influential Black artists, listen to African folktales, and more. Read on for our full list of upcoming performances, book discussions, film screenings, and lectures, as well as some highlights from our collection.

With over 60 books to his credit and nearly every mystery writing award on his resume, we are excited to announce that this year’s signature community reading program, All Henrico Reads, will feature bestselling author Walter Mosley and his latest release, Gray Dawn. We invite the community to join us on Thursday, March 26 at 7 PM at the Henrico Sports and Events Center for an evening with the author, including an in-person discussion, Q&A, book sales from Book People, and a book signing. The event is free and open to the public. Read on for more information about this year’s all-community read and how to partake in the fun leading up to Mosley’s visit.

As we enter the holiday season and near closer to the start of winter, we find ourselves eager to cozy up indoors, get a little crafty, and enjoy culinary comforts with friends and family. If you find yourselves feeling the same, then we hope you will join us to create and celebrate over the coming weeks. Read on to learn more about upcoming events and highlights from our collection.

Commemorate Native American Heritage Month with the library! Catch a film, join a book discussion, and learn about regional Indigenous culture and history. Read on for program details and to browse recent titles that highlight Native American stories. 

September 15 – October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month, and we are marking the occasion with film, craft, and history programs that celebrate the culture and contributions of the Hispanic and Latino communities. Our month-long celebration will culminate in a Familia Fiesta where we'll paint alebrijes, enjoy music inspired by the life and times of Frida Kahlo, and see a performance from the Richmond-based Tradición Dance Company. Be sure to check out other events happening throughout the month!

Calling all young creators! The library offers its youngest patrons multiple outlets for their creative endeavors. One of our newest art series for kids is the Young Art Explorers Club at Tuckahoe Library. This program is designed to introduce children, grades 3-5, to the fascinating world of art through fun, hands-on projects inspired by stories of famous artists from around the world. Read on to learn more about this new offering and other regular children’s art programs at the library.

As we roll over into a new school year, be sure to check out our upcoming program series with the Richmond SPCA. Whether you are the ulti-mutt dog lover or just starting to look for your new best fur-end, these events are sure to be a real treat. Read on for more details and to find pet-related books that pair paw-somely with these opportunities.

Teens interested in pursuing a career in the arts but aren’t sure how are invited to join us for two upcoming program series where you can meet professionals working in creative fields. Whether you enjoy illustration, or history is more your speed, both series will offer insights into the different opportunities available to those seeking creative careers.

If you thought reading challenges were just for the summer, then think again. Fall is quickly approaching and we’re in the mood for chilly weather and even chillier reads. What better way to welcome the new season than with a spooky reading challenge? If you’re ready to read booo-ks and set new ghouls, we’re inviting everyone (including adults!) to participate in our first ever Haunted Henrico Spooky Reading Challenge. Read on for more details.