Have you signed up for the Summer Learning Challenge? Kids! Teens! Adults! Everyone can take the challenge. Read, listen and learn all summer long. We have free books, prizes, and virtual programs and performances!
EVENTS THIS WEEK
The Summer Learning Challenge is generously sponsored
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Are you wondering how the June 15th reopening of California affects library service? While the state will be loosening restrictions on mask mandates and social distancing measures, the library will continue with our current COVID-19 health and safety guidelines. Due to the large number of children who use the Library and do not have the option to be vaccinated yet, our safety precautions will remain in place for everyone's health and well-being.
We are happy to announce that meeting rooms at the Redwood Shores Branch Library will reopen to the public on August 16, 2021! We will begin accepting applications on August 2, 2021 for reservations taking place August 16, 2021 through December 31, 2021. Meeting Rooms at the Downtown Library will remained closed at this time. They are temporarily being used to house our computer lab and other library functions while our Makerspace construction is happening this summer/fall.
For current hours, services and safety measures, go here.
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The Redwood City Library Foundation wants to thank all the sponsors, supporters, and attendees who helped make our May 20th World Bee Day virtual fundraiser so successful. We raised $34,000 to support library initiatives such as:
- Makerspace in the Library
- Bridging the Digital Divide
- Career Online High School
- Redwood Shores Interpretive Center
- Traveling Storytime
A special thank you to our event presenters:
- Mixologist Greg St. Claire, owner of TOWN and Milagros
- Beekeeper Kendal Sager
- Library Director Derek Wolfgram
- MC Dani Gasparini
If you missed the virtual event, you can see the signature cocktail & the mixology video; the tour of the beehives; and a video of the event itself by clicking these links. You can also find beekeeping resources. Thank you for your support!
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Our 10th Book Donation Event is on Saturday, June 19 from 10am-12pm behind the Downtown Library. We’d love to receive books in new or like new condition and sealed DVDs or CDs. Please bring your items in bags or boxes that you load onto our carts and please wear a mask. Your donations help us to continue reselling items in our Webstore and Amazon shop. All revenue is used to fund Library events like Little Learners, the Summer Learning Challenge and more.
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See the full events calendar here.
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Join us on June 19 for a discussion about identity, Intersectionality, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Learn about the TherActivist's therapeutic activism approach. An RCPL CARES event.
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Alphabet Rockers Watch Party |
RCPL CARES invites you to a watch party on June 22. Join us and watch fun, vibrant, and motivational music videos by two-time Grammy-nominees, the Alphabet Rockers.
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Book Clubs for Kids
Important update: All book clubs will start on June 29 or 30 and be held on a weekly basis for 5 sessions.
There is still time to join the Spanish Book Club for Kids! The club is for children in grades 3-5. FREE books, chats, and fun activities every week!
¡Todavía hay tiempo para unirse al Club del Libros en Español para Niños! El club es para niños en los grados 3-5. ¡Libros, charlas y actividades divertidas GRATIS todas las semanas!
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THURSDAYS, 10am
Join us for in person stories in Roselli Park (on the south side of the Downtown Library). We recommend you bring a blanket and join us for the fun. Attendance will be limited to maintain social distancing.
TUESDAYS, 3pm
Join us every week for an Extreme Jackbox Party with party packs 3, 4, 5 and 6. Compete for ultimate bragging rights and your chance to win your own party pack!
WED JUN 16, 11am - material pick up
SAT JUN 19, 2pm - workshop
Join us for another pop-up chemistry event where middle school scientists explore different aspects of chemistry!
WED JUN 16, 6pm
THU JUN 17, 5:30pm
Join us for a bold new video series from San Francisco Shakespeare Festival exploring iconic scenes from Shakespeare.
SAT JUN 19, 11am
Join Jessica and Julien for four days of summer themed crafts, movies and food!
TUE JUN 22, 4pm
RCPL CARES invites you to a watch party. Join us in watch fun, vibrant, and motivational music videos by two-time Grammy-nominees, the Alphabet Rockers.
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 limited in-person service. Visit our RCPL Limited Edition page for hours, available 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 during open hours
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Our events are online! Check our calendar here.
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Meeting room reservations are not available at this time. Meeting rooms at the Redwood Shores Branch Library will reopen to the public on August 16, 2021, more 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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