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  • Rosie Ranger Storytime at West Side Library

    West Side Branch Library - 135 Washington Ave. 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, United States

    Join a Rosie Ranger for storytime! Ranger Cassie may read a story about a national park adventure like John Muir Wrestles a Waterfall or Two Bears: a Miwok Legend. We will still have fingerplays and songs. Activity afterward for over 4 and stay and play for younger ones. You can ask the ranger questions about […]

  • Mariela Musical Storytime for the New Year at West Side

    West Side Branch Library - 135 Washington Ave. 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, United States

    Enjoy a special Tuesday story time with local artist and music teacher, Mariela Herrera. Sing, dance and explore the many rhythms and multicultural sounds of our own Bay Area. Celebrate the new year! Tuesday, Dec. 30th, 11am. For questions call (510) 620-6567.

  • West Side Stories: Writers’ Group

    West Side Branch Library - 135 Washington Ave. 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, United States

    Writers planning to publish your next short story, book or journal article? Share your work with other writers! Gain and receive constructive feedback and accountability! Join us! Bring 3-4 pages to read aloud and share. For questions call (510) 620-6567 or email elaine.kelliher@comcast.net

  • Read to a Dog at West Side Library

    West Side Branch Library - 135 Washington Ave. 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, United States

    Meet our chihuahua friend Maurice! He's a good listener! Practice your reading skills and enjoy his company! 15 minute time slots available. Drop-ins welcome, but best to call on the day of the program to secure a spot. Questions, call (510) 620-6567

  • Watercolor Group at West Side Library

    Watercolor Group at West Side Library

    West Side Branch Library - 135 Washington Ave. 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, United States

    Watercolor enthusiasts! Join the Arts of Point Richmond watercolor group. Novices and experienced watercolorists work side by side. Bring your own materials and your own projects. If you are new, feel free to drop in, and we have a few materials available. Try it out! Questions, (510) 620-6567

  • Author Talk: Forgotten Voices, Italian Americans Uprooted in Wartime Contra Costa County

    West Side Branch Library - 135 Washington Ave. 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, United States

    This Thursday, January 8th, from 6:00 to 7:00pm Join author Lindsay Marie Morris for an audiovisual presentation about the true events and personal stories that inspired her latest historical novel, Beneath the Sicilian Stars. Light refreshments will be served. For questions, call (510) 620-6567. Also, check out our next history talk on Harry Burt, next […]

  • West Side Stories: Writers’ Group

    West Side Branch Library - 135 Washington Ave. 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, United States

    We're meeting 3 times in January and February! Join us January 5, 12 and 26. (holiday on the 19th) Writers preparing their next short story, book, or article, join us! For supportive critique and accountability. Bring 3-4 pages of work to read aloud and share, if desired. For questions call (510) 620-6567. or email elaine.kelliher@comcast.net

  • Collage & Care w/Erin McCluskey at West Side Library

    West Side Branch Library - 135 Washington Ave. 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, United States

    Back by popular demand! Join local artist, Erin McCluskey Wheeler for a relaxing collage workshop. Spark new creativity for the new year! All materials provided and open to all levels of experience. For questions call (510) 620-6567

  • History Rhymes: Harry Burt, the Richmond Progress & Press Freedom

    West Side Branch Library - 135 Washington Ave. 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, United States

    Jim Davis presents Harry Burt of the Richmond Progress. A colorful character, ardent political liberal in a city dominated by Republicans, and champion of reform. He published a weekly newspaper out of Point Richmond from 1933-1942, covering the Great Depression, the New Deal, the completion of two Bay Area bridges, and the opening of World […]

  • Thursday Book Club at West Side Library

    West Side Branch Library - 135 Washington Ave. 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, United States

    We finally started a NEW book club ---Thursday Book Club. First Thursdays 3:30-5:00pm except the next Meeting: January 15 We’re reading Playground by Richard Powers (Some are also reading Beneath the Sicilian Stars /Lindsay Marie Morris for a January 8 author visit) Join us and put in your suggestions for titles we'll discuss in the […]