Riverside Branch

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My Name is Cheryl, and I'm a Foodaholic!

I don’t really know if there is a support group for foodaholics, but I don’t think I’d join one even if such a thing existed. I’m a foodie, and I admit my addiction. If the first step in conquering your addiction is admitting you have a problem, I guess I’m not there yet.

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Remembering the Wild Rumpus Maker

We’re mourning the loss of an amazing, children’s book author and illustrator, Maurice Sendak, who passed away at the age of 83. 

Sendak began his career in the 50s as an illustrator for children’s books.  Among them are the favorite series Mrs. Piggle Wiggle and Little Bear, which was even turned into a television show in the 1990s.

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Next Week: Passenger Lists

Now that the 1940 census has been released, I had a great time finding both of my parents on the census records. I emailed both of them the page with their family, but I think I was more excited than they were.

As part of our ongoing genealogy programs here at Riverside, I’d like to invite you to May 14th’s program, Passenger Lists. Learn what types of passenger lists are available, where to find them, and how to search them.  A brief background on immigration is also included.

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The Riverside Branch

The Riverside Branch

The current Riverside Branch opened in 1991.

Last year, 113,035 patrons visited the library.

Kids play with a parachute in the library.

Let Your Imagination Soar!

Imaginations are important. The library is a great place for kids to dream and open up new worlds. You never know what they might dream up next.

Puppet show for kids.

Events for Kids

There are many types of events at the library. You never know who you might meet or what you might learn! Check out the events list on this page to find a program for you.

The Riverside Branch Staff

Are you looking for an item? An answer? A suggestion? This group is here to help. If your branch staff doesn't know the answer to your question, they likely know where to help you look. All you have to do is ask.