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Dear community,
Today the winners of the Institute of Museum and Library Services National Medal were announced. While RCPL is not one of the three winners this year, we are humbled to be in the company of the winning libraries: Cabell County Public Library, Highwood Public Library and Memphis Public Libraries. We wish them our sincere congratulations for the recognition of their exceptional service.
Being named one of 15 library finalists in the United States, and the only one in California, for this prestigious award was a terrific feat in itself, and we have tons to be proud of. The work that RCPL has accomplished leading up to the pandemic, during the pandemic, and as we’re emerging from the pandemic has made a tremendous difference in the lives of so many community members.
During our “Share Your RCPL Story” day a couple weeks ago, over 20 community partners provided videos highlighting how much they love working with the Library. If you haven’t seen those yet, they are available on the Library’s YouTube channel here. We also heard from dozens of library customers who shared their appreciation for our creative, meaningful, and impactful services.
I remain so proud of the work of this incredible Library team, and I am honored to serve this community. As we’ve learned more than ever in the past year, we have more work to do, new services to explore and great challenges to meet with our characteristic creativity, can-do spirit and passion for equity in our service. We are, after all, a National Medal Finalist library.
Your Library Director,
Derek Wolfgram
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In good award news, at last week's California Library Association annual conference, our RCPL Bees won a PRExcellence Award. The PRExcellence Awards honor the highest quality efforts of California libraries in promoting and communicating their message to their customers. Of the Bees, an Award Committee member said: "This is a really fun and fresh idea. If bees are living on the library roof under the care of a Master Beekeeper, why not brand it and sell the honey? Why not make those busy bees contribute to literacy and the library community, too?"
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RCPL Limited Edition begins next week! We've missed the opportunity to serve you inside our buildings and we are excited that we can safely reopen all three of our locations for limited in-person visits. We welcome you back to browse our collections, pick up holds, get new (or renewed) library cards, use computers for one-hour sessions, and a few more express services. We will be open 6 days per week at the Downtown Library and 5 days per week at Redwood Shores Branch Library and Schaberg Branch Library. Visit our RCPL Limited Edition webpage for visiting guidelines and safety measures.
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NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY FOUNDATION |
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World Bee Day Virtual Fundraiser
A reminder that our virtual fundraiser celebrating World Bee Day and the Library’s wonderful rooftop beehives is this Thursday, May 20, at 5 pm. There is still time to get tickets at https://paybee.io/@rclf
A special thanks to the Beekeeper level sponsors Port of Redwood City, Kaiser Permanente and Dick & Judy Imperiale as well as all of the other generous sponsors.
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See the full events calendar here.
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Ride by any participating library's curbside pick-up on Saturday, May 22 to grab a canvas messenger bag from our community partner, Commute.org, while supplies last.
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On June 3, Duniya Dance and Drum Company's artists are excited to teach you West African dance and South Asian dance styles, including Bhangra and Bollywood!
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Spring gardening
Spring is winding down but there are still plenty of opportunities to learn how to make the most of the growing season!
SAT MAY 22, 10am
TUESDAYS JUN 1-JUL 27
For more about our Seed Library and other garden happenings visit our webpage
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WED MAY 19, 3pm
The Lab! introduces teens to life skills that will help improve their social awareness, self-management, organization and communication with others.
THU May 20, 5:30pm
Thomas Farber is the author of more than two dozen books of fiction, non-fiction, and epigrams, as well as a screenplay and numerous collaborations on photography.
SAT MAY 22, 1pm - Virtual Event
Attention all 7-10 year-olds! The Redwood City Youth Literacy Council invites you to explore tropical lands with them! Join them in a fun Zoom event filled with crafts and an exciting book discussion!
WED MAY 19, 3pm - Material Pick Up
SAT MAY 22, 2pm - Virtual Meet Up
Join us for a Citizen Scientist program collecting data on water quality in your water shed.
THU MAY 20, 5pm
RCLF is holding a Virtual Fundraiser on May 20, 2021 - World Bee Day!
THU MAY 27, 6:30pm
Conservation photographers Rob Badger and Nita Winter take you behind the scenes of their 27-year journey photographing wildflowers and superblooms throughout California and the West.
THU JUN 3, 6:30pm
Dr. Manish Saggar will discuss how meditation can improve our physical, and mental health.
To keep up with all our online programs, go here.
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Below is a list of services available at this time.
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Read more, worry less. We are fine free!
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All Redwood City Public Library locations are currently closed and will reopen for limited service on May 24, 2021.
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Downtown Library bookdrops are open to accept returns. Branch Library bookdrops are open on Curbside Service days. Go here for hours.
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Curbside Service for picking up holds is available at the Downtown Library, Redwood Shores Branch Library and Schaberg Branch Library.
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Computers by Appointment is available at the Downtown Library on Monday and Wednesday, 2pm-5pm.
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Our events are online! Check our calendar here.
- Meeting room reservations are cancelled until further notice.
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Borrow eBooks and eAudiobooks; use streaming TV, movie, and music services; and access digital subscriptions to newspapers and magazines here.
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Library customer service is available for general questions. Please call (650) 780-7018, extension 4 or rclinfo@redwoodcity.org.
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Online resources are available to current card holders and new cardholders. Don't have a card? Sign up here
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STAY IN TOUCH // MANTÉNGASE EN CONTACTO
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Library customer service is available for your questions:
By phone: (650) 780-7018, extension 4
Servicio bibliotecario al cliente está disponible para sus preguntas:
Por teléfono: (650) 780-7018, extensión 4
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