At the Library: Transgender Day of Remembrance Altar

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Don’t miss the element of surprise at our next Kid Makers: Pop-Up Chemistry on December 14!

November 18, 2024

TRANSGENDER DAY OF REMEMBRANCE

Honoring Transgender Day of Remembrance

Transgender Day of Remembrance is commemorated each year on November 20, and is a day to honor the transgender, non-binary and gender non-conforming persons who are targeted and killed for living authentically and courageously. Visit our commemorative altar in the Makerspace today through Sunday, November 24, which honors these individuals tragically lost to violence. Visit the County of San Mateo LGBTQIA+ Commission's Transgender Day of Remembrance page for resources and tools to move from being an "ally" to "advocate."

NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY FOUNDATION

In the last five years, the Redwood City Library Foundation has raised over $1 million to support library initiatives, including Makerspace, Bridging the Digital Divide, and Career Online High School. The need is even greater now in the face of local, state and federal government budget cutbacks to other library initiatives that were previously funded. Which is why we need donors like Jeanie Lundell!

Jeanie has been a library volunteer for more than 10 years, pulling books on hold from the shelves, and has been an RCLF donor since 2016. Last year she decided to give monthly because “I’ve been involved with nonprofits and I know it’s nice for an organization to know they will get that amount every month.”

Consider following Jeanie’s lead and becoming a monthly donor. New recurring donors get a free jar of Library honey!!

CITY CORNER

Redwood City & San Mateo County Toy Drive

Santa is gearing up to spread joy by delivering toys through the annual Redwood City & San Mateo County Toy & Book Drive. Last year, over 132 local businesses filled 161 donation barrels with toys. In return, these toys were provided to over 800 families that needed assistance.

Families wishing to be added to the Christmas Toy and Book Drive can sign up now through December 4 (no sign-ups November 27-29). All sign-ups must be done in person at the Fair Oaks Community Center at 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City. Questions? Call 650-780-7500 for assistance. More information

Learn more: www.rcsmctoydrive.com

Zoppé Italian Family Circus

The Zoppé Italian Family Circus has two more weeks of shows, through December 1! Immerse yourself into two hours of non-stop excitement under the Big Top, where breathtaking acrobats, daredevil equestrians, and the hilarious Nino the Clown promise edge-of-your-seat thrills and endless laughter. With every seat just steps away from the action, this intimate, one-ring circus is your ticket to a heart-pounding, jaw-dropping adventure that’s been captivating families for 17 unforgettable years in Redwood City. Don’t miss out—grab your tickets before they’re gone!

Plus, check out the Holiday Break Circus Camp, November 25-27! More info

Tickets & Information

EVENTS TOP PICKS

See the full events calendar here.

Girls Night @ the Teen Center

On Thursday at 4pm, join us at the Teen Center for a fun girls' night. This month, we’ll be learning about make-up techniques. Don’t miss out—register now, as space is limited. For grades 6 through 12.

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Seaside Story Hour

Marine Science Institute is back at Redwood Shores Branch Library on Saturday, November 23 at 11am, for Seaside Story Hour! This month we learn about the Sandy Beach. Limited to 30 children. For grades K-5.

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Steam at the Library: Photosynthesis

Join us for our new monthly Makerspace program, STEAM at the Library. On November 23, participants will model photosynthesis through an interactive game in which they “grow” their own 2-dimensional “plant." This project is supported in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.

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