Redwood City Public Library eNews

October 6, 2023

DOWNTOWN LIBRARY LISTENING SESSIONS

Downtown Library Listening Session

Join us to discuss the future of the Downtown Library. On October 25, we invite Redwood City residents to help shape the future of our Downtown Library and a possible expansion of the building. Our partners will be presenting draft expansion concepts and focus group findings. Following the short presentation, the community will be invited to share your service and program needs, accessibility needs, and more. We will have two sessions:

  • October 25, 5-6:15pm: at the Downtown Library, Community Room, Presented in English.
  • October 25, 6:45-8pm: at the Downtown Library, Community Room, Presented in Spanish.


Sesiones de Escucha Comunitarias de la Biblioteca Central

Acompáñenos para conversar sobre el futuro de la Biblioteca Central de Redwood City. El 25 de octubre, invitamos a los residentes de Redwood City a ayudar a dar forma al futuro de nuestra Biblioteca Central y una posible expansión del edificio. Nuestros socios presentarán varios conceptos de expansión y los resultados de los grupos de enfoque. Después de la breve presentación, se le invitará a la comunidad a compartir sus necesidades de servicios y programas, necesidades de accesibilidad y más. Tendremos dos sesiones:

  • 25 de octubre, 5-6:15pm: en la Biblioteca Central, Sala comunitaria, 1044 Middlefield Rd. Presentada en inglés.
  • 25 de octubre, 6:45-8pm: en la Biblioteca Central, Sala comunitaria, Presentada en español.

NEWS FROM THE FOUNDATION

Only 5 Days Left to get your tickets to the Redwood City Library Foundation 2nd Annual Pub Crawl on October 11!


Did you learn anything new during Banned Books Week about censorship threatening the Freedom to Read? Join our Pub Crawl to find out more while supporting the library and downtown businesses. 


 - 17 pubs offering discounted drinks - some with appetizing snacks

- 40 featured banned books

And all in walking distance right here in downtown Redwood City !


Have a fun evening with your friends and neighbors, recognizing Banned Books Week while helping the Library Foundation support important library initiatives. To prepare, check out the list of featured banned books here.


Get your tickets here

EVENTS TOP PICKS
See the full events calendar here.

Ballet Folklórico México Vivo @ Redwood Shores


In this colorful closing celebration to Hispanic Heritage Month, you’ll be treated to a spectacular performance from Ballet Folklórico México Vivo, a dance troupe that promotes Mexican culture through music and dance. Head to Redwood Shores on October 14 for all the fun!


Learn more

Retirement Planning Seminar


In this virtual workshop on Tuesday, October 17, you’ll understand the basics of planning for retirement, review any outstanding obligations to retire debt-free, learn how to avoid scams, and plan for an in-person appointment with a certified financial planner on Financial Planning Day later this month! 


Learn more

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

For Kids

Sensory Friendly Storytime

SAT OCT 14, 9:15am


Stories with Guzzy

SAT OCT 14, 11am


Exhibit: Folklórico Dresses of Mexico

THROUGH OCT 15


For Teens

Film Club

THU OCT 12, 5pm


Open Makers

MONDAYS, 5:30pm


For Adults

Marina Crouse - Hispanic Heritage Month Concert

TUE OCT 10, 7pm


Adult Makers: Boutonnieres

WED OCT 11, 7pm


San Mateo County Reads Presents Susan Verde

Author of THE WATER PRINCESS

THU OCT 19, 9am and 1:30pm



San Mateo County Reads Presents William Kamkwamba

THU OCT 26, 9am and 1:30pm


Save the date: Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

SAT NOV 4, 10am-3pm

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By phone: (650) 780-7018, extension 4

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