MANSFIELD – Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center (MOESC) has announced the inclusion of student artwork at an art exhibition sponsored by the Mansfield Public Art Commission (MPAC) and the Mansfield Richland County Public Library (MRCPL) main branch. This year’s top award winners at last month’s Artapolooza, Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center’s annual student art show, were invited […]
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Teen advisory board hosts children’s craft night at Mansfield/Richland County Public Library
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield Richland County Public Library’s Teen Advisory Board held its yearly community service project earlier this month. Board members organized a ‘Teen Buddy for a Night’ program, where children in kindergarten through fifth grade were able to come in for a night of fun. The activities included games, crafts, and more. Kids […]
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Kaleidoscope Community Conversations Book Club on 04/17/2025
Kaleidoscope Community Conversations Book Club Date: 04/17/2025 Time: 06:00 pm-07:00 pm Location: Relax, Its Just Coffee, 105 N. Main St., Mansfield Organizer: Mansfield Richland County Public Library Cost: Free Contact and more info: jney@mrcpl.org Kaleidoscope About the event: Join the NEW Community Conversations Book Club! As we gear up for a new season of Kaleidoscope: […]
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Mansfield Richland County Public Libraray to honor adult learners at graduation
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield Richland County Public Library (MRCPL) is hosting a graduation ceremony for the adult students earning their high school diploma from the Career Online High School (COHS) program. Over the past 18 months, four adults have completed coursework and career certification classes as part of the free COHS program at MRCPL. Chris […]
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Frederick Douglass exhibit on display through Feb. 27 at Mansfield library
MANSFIELD — In recognition of Black History Month, Mansfield/Richland County Public Library (MRCPL announces the Frederick Douglass: Advocate for Equality exhibit on display at the Main Library Feb. 3 through 27. The exhibit is in the 2nd-floor lobby and is available to experience during open hours. In this traveling exhibition, viewers can learn about Douglass’s […]
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Winter reading program returns to Mansfield/Richland County Public Library
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield/Richland County Public Library (MRCPL) invites the community to participate in the annual Winter Reading Program. Jan. 6 to Feb 1. The Library encourages you to create some hygge in your space this January. “Hygge” is a Danish word used when acknowledging a feeling or moment as cozy, charming, or special. Borrow […]
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Welcome, 2025: venues in Mansfield and beyond celebrating New Year’s Eve
MANSFIELD — From Mansfield, to Shelby, Galion and Lexington, here’s your guide to New Year’s Eve events in central Ohio.
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Mansfield library exhibit explores patriotism in musical theater
MANSFIELD – With a national election taking place this week, the Mansfield Richland County Public Library is hosting a traveling exhibit from the Great American Songbook Foundation. Titled Of Thee, I Sing: Politics on Stage, the exhibit is currently displayed in the Main Library’s 2nd-floor lobby until Nov. 14. This historical exhibit is suitable for all ages and […]
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Mansfield Parks, library launch outdoor StoryWalk at South Park
MANSFIELD –The Mansfield City Parks Department has announced an exciting new partnership with the Mansfield Richland County Public Library to create an engaging outdoor StoryWalk in the picturesque lower area of South Park. Public Works Director Louis Andres expressed his enthusiasm for the project. “The closed roadway provides a beautiful and accessible setting for families […]
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Law enforcer to lawmaker: Shari Robertson joining Mansfield City Council
MANSFIELD — Shari Robertson stood in Mansfield City Council chambers two years ago to thank lawmakers for their support of her 28-year law enforcement career. The retired Mansfield Police Department captain will return to those chambers on Tuesday as a member of that nine-member legislative body. Robertson was elected Thursday by the 11-member Mansfield Republican […]