MANSFIELD — The Mansfield Richland County Public Library and Mankind Murals, Inc. present a Mural Stories Writing Contest. Richland County, Ohio has a rich tapestry of vibrant murals adorning its streets, each telling a unique story of our community’s history, culture, and aspirations. We invite you to become a part of this living narrative by […]
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Ontario library to close for renovations starting April 21
ONTARIO — The Mansfield/Richland County Public Library (MRCPL) Ontario branch,located at 2221 Village Mall Drive, Ontario, Ohio, will close for renovation at the end ofbusiness on Sunday, April 21. The temporary location will open on Monday, May 6, in the Richland Mall at 2209 Richland Mall, in Ontario. Beginning Monday, Apr. 22, a library return […]
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Mansfield Richland County Public Library presents “Votes for Women” exhibit
MANSFIELD — In recognition of Women’s History Month, the Mansfield/Richland County Public Library presents “Votes for Women: A Portrait of Persistence.” This is a poster exhibition organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service in collaboration with the National Portrait Gallery. The exhibit will be displayed at the Main Library at 43 W. Third St., […]
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Mans/Richland County Library app brings books to your fingertips
MANSFIELD — Take the Mansfield/Richland County Public Library (MRCPL) with you anywhere, anytime. The Library has launched the Mans/Richland County Library app for free download to iPhone and Android users. The MRCPL app allows you to navigate effortlessly through the Library’s extensive collections, place holds, manage accounts, and more. Search the event calendar for a […]
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Evergreen Bookshop offers used book sale this weekend
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield/Richland County Public Library (MRCPL) Evergreen Bookshop will be open for the monthly Friends’ Used Book Sale this weekend. The hours are on Friday, Dec. 8 from noon to 4 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 9 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. A Preview Sale will be held for Friends of the Library […]
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Memory kits available at Mansfield/Richland County Public Library
MANSFIELD –The Mansfield/Richland County Public Library (MRCPL) has addedMemory Kits to its collection. These Memory Kits are curated specifically for people with dementia, memory loss, or cognitive impairment. Each kit is a themed collection of materials that help individuals to reminisce and create meaningful conversations. Materials include a variety of tactile objects, digital media, activities, […]
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Evergreen Bookshop open for used book sale Oct. 6 & 7
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield/Richland County Public Library (MRCPL) Evergreen Bookshop will be open for the monthly Friends’ Used Book Sale on Friday, Oct. 6 (noon to 5 p.m.) and Saturday, Oct. 7 (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.). A Preview Sale will be held for Friends of the Library members only on Thursday, Oct. 5 (noon […]
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Friends used book sale set for Sept. 8-9 at MRCPL
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield/Richland County Public Library (MRCPL) Evergreen Bookshop will be open for the monthly Friends’ Used Book Sale on Friday, Sept. 8 (noon to 5 p.m.) and Saturday, September 9 (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.). A Preview Sale will be held for Friends of the Library members only on Thursday, Sept. 7 (noon […]
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Library teams with Mansfield City Schools to expand access to eBooks, audiobooks
MANSFIELD – As educators seek more creative ways to support students’ learning, a key resource for schools is the local public library. Now, Mansfield Richland County Public Library and Mansfield City School District formed an innovative new partnership to increase students’ access to eBooks and digital audiobooks by combining the library’s and school’s digital reading […]