We're building a LEGO Robotics League here at the Library and local kids are welcome to join us at one or more of our weekly sessions or our summer camp. Utilizing LEGO Spike Prime Kits, students participate in individual and team challenges and learn the basics of robotics. All materials are provided and no experience is necessary.
LEGO Robotics drop-in sessions
MONDAYS, 4:30-7:30pm in the Family Place
TUESDAYS, 4:30-7:30pm in the Makerspace
WEDNESDAYS, 4:30-7:30pm in the Teen Center
THURSDAYS, 4:30-7pm in the Family Place
SATURDAYS, 11am-5pm in the Family Place
LEGO Robotics League
SUNDAYS, 12:30-1:30pm in the Makerspace
Build your skill set to attempt the monthly challenge!
LEGO Robotics Camp
Good news! From June 20-June 24 we are hosting a LEGO Robotics Camp in the Makerspace from 10am-2pm. Students entering grades 3rd-6th in the fall are welcome to attend. This camp is free for participants. To register and learn more, go here.
The LEGO Robotics League is made possible by an Inspiration Grant from the California State Library. The program will provide equitable access for students to participate in competitions by providing LEGO Spike Kits at the library.
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World Bee Day is Saturday! Our master beekeeper, Kendal Sager, cares for the RCPL honey bees on the Library's rooftop. She invites kids and families to celebrate with her this Saturday, May 20 at 2pm at the Downtown Library.
Together we'll take a peek inside of a real working beehive (safely contained behind plexiglass) and learn about hardworking honey bees. We'll see and touch all the parts of the hive, make crafts and learn about the tools that it takes to be a beekeeper like Kendal!
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NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY FOUNDATION |
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25 years ago, in February 1998, the Redwood City Library Foundation (RCLF) was formed to support the library. Library Director Jane Light approached former mayor Georgie LaBerge with the idea of a foundation to supplement library funds and finance library initiatives. They enlisted the aid of Sandra Cooperman and Jack Gennalch, also a former mayor, and the Foundation was born. The first foundation board included six members and provided funding for initiatives such as Traveling Storytime, Hearing Loop to support people with hearing loss, and the Daddy and Me program. A major RCLF endeavor was raising $850,000 for the opening collection of books and materials for the Redwood Shores Branch Library in 2008.
Over the past 25 years, the Foundation has raised almost $4 million for events, initiatives, and services such as the Teen Homework Center in the Downtown Library, the Fair Oaks Branch Library collection, Early Childhood Learning Centers in all libraries, Bridging the Digital Divide, Career Online High School, Writing Cats and Dogs, and more, including the Makerspace in the Downtown Library.
RCLF continues to thrive due to dedicated community support from individuals, organizations, local corporations, and grants. These contributions will enable the Foundation to provide another 25 years of support for our library! THANK YOU!
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See the full events calendar here.
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Bike Rodeo/Rodeo en Bicicleta
Kids will practice bike safety in the Safe Moves City simulation, teens will make a bike craft, and families can grab treats from the Bike to Wherever Day Energizer Station or whip up a smoothie with a bicycle-powered blender!
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Super Smash Bros Tournament
Teens in grades 6-12 can test their skills against friends and frenemies in this ultimate tournament! We’ll be using our Nintendo Switch, but you can bring your own Joy-cons and Pro Controllers.
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TUE MAY 16, 6pm
THU MAY 18, 6:30pm
SAT MAY 20, 11am
TUE MAY 23, 10am
TUE MAY 23, 3pm
WED MAY 24, 6:30pm
SAT MAY 27, 2pm
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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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