The Mansfield Richland County Public Library is opening a new Learning Lab and a Creation Lab at the main branch, 43 W. Third St.
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Business Connect event to link entrepreneurs with free support on April 29 at library
MANSFIELD — The Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC) in Richland County will host a Business Connect: Small Business Resource Day on Wednesday, April 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mansfield Richland County Public Library Community Room, 43 W. 3rd Street, Mansfield, Ohio. The event will connect local entrepreneurs and small business owners […]
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Harriet Tubman comes alive at Mansfield library
MANSFIELD — Every great dream begins with a dreamer. One of those dreamers was Harriet Tubman. The Mansfield/Richland County Public Library hosted Harriet Tubman: Straight Up Outta’ the Underground as part of its Black History celebration on Saturday afternoon. Presented by the Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati, the one-woman production transformed history into a live experience. […]
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Black History Celebration draws large crowd to Mansfield Richland County Public Library
MANSFIELD — It was hard to find a seat at the Mansfield Richland County Public Library on Saturday. The place was simply bustling with activity. In one corner Jesus Jewels dancers were performing. In another one could learn work through a puzzle or test trivia knowledge, maybe even pick up information on health concerns, all […]
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MRCPL invites public to Black History celebration
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield/Richland County Public Library (MRCPL) invites the community to its annual Black History Celebration, a free, family-friendly event honoring Black history, culture, and achievement. The celebration will take place at the Main Library, 43 W. Third St., Mansfield, on Saturday, Feb. 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year’s celebration carries […]
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Harriet Tubman: Straight Up Outta’ the Underground on 02/14/2026
Harriet Tubman: Straight Up Outta’ the Underground Date: 02/14/2026 Time: 01:30 pm-02:45 pm Location: Main Library, 43 W. Third St., Mansfield Ohio 44902 Organizer: Mansfield Richland County Public Library Cost: Free Contact and more info: jney@mrcpl.org https://www.mrcpl.org/visit/black-history-celebration/ About the event: Presented by The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati Sat. Feb. 14, 1:30 PM Main Library, Community […]
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Annual Black History Celebration on 02/07/2026
Annual Black History Celebration Date: 02/07/2026 Time: 11:00 am-03:00 pm Location: Main Library, 43 W. Third St., Mansfield, Ohio 44902 Organizer: Mansfield Richland County Public Library Cost: Free Contact and more info: jney@mrcpl.org https://www.mrcpl.org/visit/black-history-celebration/ About the event: Sat. Feb. 7, 2026 15th Annual Black History Celebration at the Main Library 43 W Third St., Mansfield […]
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Memorial art exhibition honors Ruthie Akuchie during Black History Month
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield Public Art Commission in partnership with the Mansfield Richland County Public Library, is proud to present a memorial art exhibition honoring the life and work of Ruthie Akuchie, a beloved local artist whose creativity, spirit, and promise left a lasting impact on the community. A dedication will be held Thursday, Feb. […]
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MRCPL expands creative and tech spaces at main library
MANSFIELD — Mansfield Richland County Public Library (MRCPL) will begin construction on a renovated Learning Lab and a new Creation Lab at the Main Library. HBM Architects will start construction on Monday, Jan. 5, on the second floor in the current Learning Lab space. “We are excited to begin construction on a creative and collaborative […]
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Santa to visit all 9 Mansfield Richland County Public Library outlets
MANSFIELD — Santa is taking time out of his busy schedule this holiday season to visit all Mansfield/Richland County Public Library (MRCPL) locations. He’ll be performing his “Spectacular Holiday Show” at each of the Library’s nine locations, and setting aside time to chat with children and pose for photos. During his “Spectacular Holiday Show”, Santa […]