THANKSGIVING FOR PROJECT READ FAMILIES |
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Last week, Redwood City Public Library's Project READ, Redwood City Friends of Literacy, Second Harvest of Silicon Valley and a very generous donor once again teamed up to provide 100 Thanksgiving dinners (for 420 individuals) to our most in need families. We are immensely grateful to the anonymous tutor and donor who provided Thanksgiving for the learners and families of Project READ. This benefactor provided turkeys, hams, and many of the sides for a traditional Thanksgiving meal. After the meal distribution, families came back for pies to complete the celebration! This bounty was complemented by the beautiful, fresh produce and everyday staples of rice, milk, eggs and beans, provided by Second Harvest of Silicon Valley.
To learn more about Project READ and their literacy services or to find out how you can volunteer, go here.
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Giving Tuesday is a global movement that encourages generosity and giving back to your community. In the spirit of giving, today we are highlighting the organizations that support Redwood City Public Library. Perhaps you will be inspired to give to one or all?
The Friends of the Redwood City Public Library operates the resale bookstore located in the lobby of the Downtown Library. Proceeds from donations and the sale of books, music and movies at the store and at community events around the city are the source of funding for a wide array of wonderful library programs such as the upcoming Winter Reading Challenge, programs for children, teens, and adults, Discover and Go and so much more. The Friends also sell our RCPL Bees honey - the perfect holiday gift! For more information, visit: friendsofrwclibrary.org. Show your support by becoming a member here.
Since 1998 the Redwood City Library Foundation has raised over $3 million to provide funding for important library programs. The Foundation has funded initiatives such as the Redwood Shores Branch Library opening day collections, the Redwood Shores Branch Library Interpretive Center, Early Childhood Learning Centers in all our libraries, the Baby Bay play area in the Downtown Library, the teen homework center in the Downtown Library, and so much more. The Foundation is currently funding Career Online High School, Bridging the Digital Divide, and the soon to be open Makerspace in the Downtown Library. For more information, visit: www.rclfdn.org. Show your support by donating here.
Redwood City Friends of Literacy (RCFOL) is dedicated to promoting awareness, raising financial support and advocating for the intergenerational literacy services of Redwood City Project READ. Project READ’s programs are designed to break the cycle of illiteracy by surrounding adults and families with literacy services that promote education and a lifelong love of learning. Contributions support Project READ’s many programs. For more information, visit: www.projectreadredwoodcity.org. Show your support by donating here.
You can find all these organizations and ways to give on our DONATE page.
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WINTER READING CLUB IS HERE! |
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Winter Reading Club starts tomorrow, December 1!
It’s cold outside, which means it’s a great time to snuggle up with a good book. The whole family (Kids! Teens! Adults!) can join the Winter Reading Club. Read or listen to 5 books between December 1 and January 9, write a one-word review for each title. Starting December 12 return your reading log to any Library location. Finishers Ages 12 & under receive a goody bag and teens receive a second free book.
Hace frío afuera, lo que significa que es un buen momento para acurrucarse con un buen libro. Toda la familia (¡niños, adolescentes, adultos!) puede unirse al club de lectura de invierno. Lea o escuche 5 libros entre el 1 de diciembre y el 9 de enero, escriba una reseña de una palabra para cada título. A partir del 12 de diciembre, devuelva su registro de lectura completo a cualquier biblioteca de Redwood City. Los finalistas de 12 años y menores reciben una bolsa de regalos y los adolescentes reciben un segundo libro gratis.
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See the full events calendar here.
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Teen Paint Party @ Cyclismo |
Join us at Cyclismo Café for a Nightmare Before Christmas Paint Party. Snacks provided. Ages 12+.
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VA Mobile Medical Team Visit |
The Downtown Library will host the VA Palo Alto's Mobile Medical Team from 10am to 1pm on December 16.
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TUESDAYS, 6pm & SATURDAYS, 11am
The group meets year-round and is open to all non-native English language speakers who are interested in developing their speaking fluency.
WED DEC 1, 4pm
Children from 3 to 5 years of age are invited to enjoy stories, songs and crafts.
Mondays
Online Stories are pre-recorded video series read by the Redwood City Public Librarians in English and Spanish. The recorded stories are posted on Mondays at 11am.
TUE DEC 7, 5:30pm
Meditation is an invaluable tool helping people reduce stress, gain a deeper sense of fulfillment in life as well as foster greater physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. Join Manish Saggar, PhD and long time meditator.
TUE DEC 14, 1pm
Veterans and their family members are invited to join Housing and Economic Resources Advocates (HERA) for an informative virtual presentation all about managing credit and debt.
TUE DEC 14, 6:30pm
"Jazz, to me, is home. It can be what you want it to be, and I want to swing. It's my passion." - Rebekah Victoria. Join us for a live concert!
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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All Redwood City Public Library locations are open for restored hours and services. Visit our RCPL Limited Edition page for hours, services, safety guidelines, and more.
- Curbside drop-in service for holds pick-up is available at the Downtown Library during open hours
- Bookdrops are open to accept returns
- Computers for 1-hour use are available at all locations
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Our events are online and outside! Check our calendar here.
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Meeting rooms at the Redwood Shores Branch Library are open to the public, more information here.
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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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Online resources are available to current card holders and new cardholders. Don't have a card? Sign up 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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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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