Richmond Family Fall Newsletter

We are thrilled to share our brand-new Richmond LRC Family Website! Designed as a digital hub for our school community, this page makes it easy to stay connected with everything happening in our library.

By visiting our site, families can:

• Explore Digital Resources: Access online databases, e-books, and research tools for home learning.

• Stay Updated: See current library programming, read-aloud highlights, and special LRC events.

• Discover Reading Recommendations: Find curated book lists for every reading level to keep your students inspired.

Check out the site with your student today: Richmond LRC Family Webpage!

Mark your calendars! Our Fall Book Fair is right around the corner, running from October 5th through October 9th. It’s the perfect time to stock up on great reads while supporting our school.

• Why It Matters: Proceeds go directly back to our library fund to purchase new books for our collection, host special library events, and bring guest authors to visit our students!

• Shop Online & Buy Gift Cards: You can order books online directly or set up cash-free digital gift cards for your reader to use at the fair.

• Get Started Here: Visit our official Literati Book Fair Online Page to set up gift cards or shop online today!

Thank you for helping us foster a love of reading and build a vibrant library community for our kids!

Mark your calendars! Bestselling children’s author Ron Keres is visiting Richmond on October 28th!

• About the Author: Ron Keres is the creator of the hilarious Finn the Frog book series (including This Book Is Perfect! and This Book Is On Fire!) as well as hits like The Scariest Story You've Ever Heard!. You can explore more of his books on the official Ron Keres Website.

• What to Expect: Students will enjoy an engaging, high-energy presentation filled with laughter, storytelling, and an insider's look into how books are created!

• Ordering Signed Books: Families will have the opportunity to purchase copies of Ron's books. Look for complete ordering details coming soon in the school e-newsletter and in flyers sent home in student backpacks!

We can't wait to give Mr. Keres a warm Richmond welcome!

Richmond’s new Little Free Library (LFL) is officially open for readers! Built and installed over the summer thanks to the generous support of the Hogan Family, STC Learn, the 2025-2026 5th Grade class and Derek Hartmann, this cozy book-swap spot is packed with stories waiting to be discovered.

• Before-School Browsing: Students can explore the library and pick out a new book in the mornings while waiting for the school doors to open.

• Outdoor Reading Breaks: Teachers and classes are encouraged to take a quick walking break outside to drop off a finished book or fetch a new favorite.

Take a book, share a book, and stop by the LFL to keep our school community reading all year long!

We are excited to announce a new monthly morning family event: Bagels and Boardgames!

Join us in the LRC for a fun, relaxed start to your day. Families are invited to come together to enjoy a delicious breakfast of bagels, juice and coffee while playing classic and new board games.

• When: Once a month on Tuesdays from 8:05 AM – 8:45 AM

• Where: Richmond Elementary Library

• Upcoming Dates: September 25th | October 23rd | November 13th | December 11th

Bring the whole family for some breakfast, friendly competition, and quality time together before the school day begins. We can’t wait to see you there!

Tail-waggins and page-turners are coming to Richmond! We are thrilled to welcome Finn and Tiffany, our dynamic duo of therapy dogs, and their handlers Laura and Leslie for special once-monthly school visits. Here is how your students can get involved:

• Class Paw Rewards: Two lucky classes will have the opportunity to pool their tiger paw reward to purchase an exclusive whole-class visit with Finn or Tiffany.

• Read-to-a-Dog Time: Students can individually use their tiger bucks to purchase one-on-one time reading to their favorite furry friend.

• "Read to Me" Program: Select students will be invited to participate in a recurring "Read to Me" program, designed to boost reading confidence and academic growth alongside a patient pup.

Their first visit is schedule for early September for students and classes to meet with Finn or Tiffany!