February is Library Lovers’ Month! Here are our top 10 reasons to love Redwood City Public Library - what are yours? Let us know by sending us a love letter through the Library Foundation! 

1. The Makerspace. Equipped with 3D printers, sewing and embroidery machines, laser cutters, and Cricut makers, the Downtown Library’s Makerspace is the perfect place to make, create, and collaborate! From Art Salon to Crafty Wednesdays, we’re proud to host Makerspace programs for all ages every day of the week.
2. Branch libraries. In addition to the Downtown Library, be sure to visit our other locations. You might find a reading nook in the cozy Schaberg Branch Library or learn about local marine life in the Redwood Shores Branch Library’s Environmental Interpretive Center! 
3. Passes. Check out a parks pass to waive vehicle entry fees at eligible county and state parks to experience the natural wonders, and snag free or discounted tickets to local museums, science centers, zoos and other attractions through the Discover & Go program. 
4. Online entertainment. Enjoy thousands of e-books, periodicals, and even TV shows, films, and music at home with services like Hoopla, Libby, Kanopy, and The Shelf, which provides premium arts & entertainment content in Spanish - from your favorite telenovelas to acclaimed operas. 
5. Energy Toolkits. While at home, check to ensure you’re saving on utilities (and saving the planet!) with a Home Energy and Water Saving Toolkit. Stocked with tools that can test the efficiency of your appliances, the kits can be used in any kind of residence, including RVs, apartments, and single family homes, whether rented or owned. 
6. Seed Library. Beautify your space with plants grown from seeds in our Seed Library and check out our gardening programs for tips from experts! And as your garden grows, show your appreciation for pollinators like the RCPL bees.
7. Tech (and tech help). Our technology services include free access to WiFi, library computers, laptops, chargers, and printers in our building, as well as kids’ iPads and WiFi hotspots that are available for checkout. For assistance, stop by Drop-In Tech Help, every Wednesday from 10am-12pm in the Makerspace! 
8. Career development. Job seekers and entrepreneurs can grow their skills, level up their resumes, and build their business with a vast collection of virtual resources as well as in-person office hours provided by NOVAWorks every Monday afternoon! 
9. Project READ. Our literacy program provides adults, children, and families with free lessons focused on reading, writing and critical thinking skills provided by generous volunteer tutors. 
10. Books, of course! This list wouldn’t be complete without a shoutout to books! Browse our catalog, stop by our lobby displays, and check out our booklists or Next Read service to get great recommendations straight from your friendly neighborhood librarians 🙂

Help us revamp and grow our most beloved program! Traveling Storytime’s trained volunteers read to groups of children in daycare centers and preschools throughout Redwood City. At our open house on February 29, learn how your preschool can join or sign up to become a volunteer reader, enjoy refreshments and take home a free felt board story kit! 

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Jornada de puertas abiertas de Cuentos Viajeros

¡Ayúdenos a renovar y hacer crecer nuestro programa más querido! Los voluntarios capacitados de Cuentos Viajeros leen a grupos de niños en guarderías y preescolares en todo Redwood City. En la jornada de puertas abiertas el 29 de febrero podrá descubrir cómo su preescolar puede unirse o inscribirse para ser lector voluntario, disfrutar de refrigerios proporcionados, y llevarse a casa una bolsa de cuentos gratis.

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Today, February 20, is World Day of Social Justice. We are recognizing worldwide efforts to to tackle issues such as poverty, exclusion, gender inequality, unemployment, and human rights with a Staff Picks reading list! Today’s list gives us tools to build fairer, more equitable societies: find your next read here.

If you would like to read more about Redwood City's commitment to World Day of Social Justice, we recommend reading the 2023 City Council Proclamation on the City's IDEAL page here.