Did you know that many children experience summer learning loss also known as Summer Setback or Summer Slide? The Summer Slide disproportionately impacts our most vulnerable communities, especially those in grades K-3rd. In one summer these community members are more likely to slide in both English language and math learning over the summer than gains made during the previous academic year. If you’d like to read more about Summer Slide, we recommend this article. Summer Slide occurs under normal circumstances but this year is of particular concern. During the pandemic, our youth were hurtled into a difficult-to-navigate virtual learning environment. The pandemic and its many challenges likely made this year’s summer learning loss greater than ever.
This is where your Library comes in! Our annual Summer Learning Challenge is a great way to combat Summer Slide and it is even more important this year than ever. Numerous studies have shown that summer programs at libraries help ensure that school children retain reading and learning skills over the break. The Summer Learning Challenge is underway now through August 31st. To get started, stop by any Redwood City Public Library location to pick up your free book. Kids, Teens, and Adults are welcome to read a minimum of 20 minutes a day. You can read or listen to your favorite stories individually or as a family. You are also challenged to try at least five new things this summer; a new recipe, museum, hiking trail, cultural event—ANYTHIHNG! Return your completed log electronically or in person and be entered for fabulous prizes. Kids and Teens up to 18 years old are entered for a chance to win our $1,000 scholarship.
If you have questions about Summer Learning, need recommendations for books to read, or simply wish to inspire a love of reading in your children, stop by one of our libraries. We love to help!
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We’ve got some sweet news for you!
Our RCPL Bees produced a big batch of honey again and we’re happy to announce you can now purchase your very own honey jar(s) in our webshop. Go to our homepage or visit www.tiny.cc/friendshoney and order while supply lasts.
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See the full events calendar here.
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Conservation Ambassadors - Desert Wildlife |
Take a virtual trip around the world on July 20 to discover the habitats animals call home. On this trip you will learn about desert animals.
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Middle school scientists explore different aspects of chemistry! Sponsored by the American Chemical Society. Pickup materials at 11am on July 21 then join us live July 24 at 2pm.
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STORYTIMES!
Cuentos en Casa
LOS LUNES, 11am
Disfrute de cuentos pregrabados en español
Storytime in the Park
TUESDAYS, 10:30am
Join us at a Redwood City park each week
Stories From Your Community
TUESDAYS, 11am
Prerecorded readings by community friends
Storytime Outside the Library
THURSDAYS, 10am
In Roselli Park outside the Downtown Library
Stories & Play
FRIDAYS, 11am
Prerecorded storytimes read by RCPL staff
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THURSDAYS, 10am
Duniya Dance and Drum Company's artists are excited to teach you West African dance and South Asian dance styles, including Bhangra and Bollywood!
MIERCOLES/WED JUL 14, 11am - recoleccion de materiales/material pickup
SABADO/SAT JUL 17, 10:15am - video pregrabado/prerecorded video
Recoja sus materiales para la hora del cuento especial pregrabada con Valeria en español de los Sábados ¡con manualidades! // Pick up your materials for Valeria’s special pre-recorded storytime in Spanish, with crafts!
SAT JUL 17, 11am
Dogs love to hear stories! Read to a specially trained dog provided by the Peninsula Humane Society.
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! No registration required.
Join RCPL librarians for a virtual Early Learners storytime filled with recorded stories, activities and tips on early literacy. For families with children from birth to 2.
TUE JUL 27, 4pm
An updated zany version of a classic tale. Will the audience help the boy escape from the wolf? Find out in “The Boy Who Cried Wolf.”
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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