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The Hanford Girl: Vibrant, Vivacious, and Vital
Richland Public Library 955 Northgate Drive, Richland, WA, United StatesIn 1943 and beyond many women answered the call to participate in the war work in the hot, dry, and dusty conditions of southeastern Washington at the Hanford Engineer Works. Their contributions were largely unknown; their names (almost!) lost to history. Join the B Reactor Museum Association (BRMA) in honoring the women who supported this… Continue Reading The Hanford Girl: Vibrant, Vivacious, and Vital
How “I Have A Dream” Almost Didn’t Happen!
Richland Public Library 955 Northgate Drive, Richland, WA, United StatesJoin us on Thursday, February 8th at 7 pm in the RPL Gallery to hear storyteller Arthur Broady tell the fascinating tale of how the most famous lines by Dr. Martin Luther King almost weren't included in his iconic speech! Many of us know the contents and substance of the speech. However, most of us… Continue Reading How “I Have A Dream” Almost Didn’t Happen!
How “I Have A Dream” Almost Didn’t Happen!
Richland Public Library 955 Northgate Drive, Richland, WA, United StatesDr. Martin L. King, Jr. gave his historic speech on August 28, 1963, during the famous March on Washington. Dr. King's speech has been acclaimed as his most significant speech and commonly referred to as his "I Have A Dream" speech. Today, this speech is considered by many historians to be among the top five… Continue Reading How “I Have A Dream” Almost Didn’t Happen!
Day’s Pay: The People’s Plane
Richland Public Library 955 Northgate Drive, Richland, WA, United StatesEnjoy a screening of the new documentary produced by Richland CityViewTV. The documentary details the B-17 Flying Fortress purchased by Hanford workers in WWII, featuring stories of the crewmembers who flew her over Europe. The film runs 37 minutes and will be followed by a question and answer session with local Hanford historians.
Of Critical Concern: A Historical Perspective
Richland Public Library 955 Northgate Drive, Richland, WA, United StatesExplore criticality accidents of special historical concern from 1945 to the present. Investigate causes and consequences of two Cold War era Hanford accidents and the 1999 criticality accident at the JCO Fabrication Plant in Japan. View a "scorecard" of the total known number of accidents with a breakdown of facilities worldwide. Discover just how little… Continue Reading Of Critical Concern: A Historical Perspective
Native American Arts, Crafts and Culture Day
Richland Public Library 955 Northgate Drive, Richland, WA, United StatesThe Richland Public Library and the Columbia River Professional Chapter of the American Indian Science and Engineering Society join together to invite your family to this annual Native American Month event: Native American Arts, Crafts and Culture Day. Join us Saturday November 4th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM A family event with hands on… Continue Reading Native American Arts, Crafts and Culture Day
Ghoul’s Night Out: Practical Magic (1998, rated PG-13)
Richland Public Library 955 Northgate Drive, Richland, WA, United StatesRound up the ghouls and join us for a special after-hours screening of Practical Magic (PG-13) at the library. Bring your coziest outfits and blankets and enjoy some treats while you watch, no tricks! Enchanting international superstars Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman sparkle in this wry, romantic tale of two sisters who discover the gift… Continue Reading Ghoul’s Night Out: Practical Magic (1998, rated PG-13)
Friends of the Richland Public Library Fall Book Sale
Richland Public Library 955 Northgate Drive, Richland, WA, United StatesJoin us for the Friends of the Richland Public Library Fall Book Sale, located in the gallery at the Richland Public Library. This event begins with a members-only preview sale Thursday October 26th at 5:00 p.m. to 7:00p.m. (memberships can be purchased at the door for $10 individual, or $15 family membership). Book Sale open… Continue Reading Friends of the Richland Public Library Fall Book Sale
All the Rage: How American Politics Got Uncivil (Again)
Richland Public Library 955 Northgate Drive, Richland, WA, United StatesName-calling, shouting matches, cutting off relatives, and even violence born of intense disagreements—there is bipartisan agreement that the current state of politics in the United States is troubling. How did we get here, and what can we, as a society and as individuals, do about it? Professor Steven Stehr investigates the roots and consequences of… Continue Reading All the Rage: How American Politics Got Uncivil (Again)
New Nuclear Energy: A Solution for Washington
Richland Public Library 955 Northgate Drive, Richland, WA, United StatesJoin us during Nuclear Science Week as we partner with the Port of Benton for an educational community panel. WSU Tri-Cities' Chancellor Sandra Haynes and Energy Northwest's Jason Herbert will be presenting "New Nuclear Energy: A Solution for Washington," with the Port of Benton's Executive Director Diahann Howard acting as moderator.
