Redwood City Public Library eNews
    October 2019
CORRECTION: The link for this program has once again been updated. Our apologies for the error! 

CLIMATE ACTION READING GROUP 
TUESDAY OCTOBER 8, 7 pm
DOWNTOWN LIBRARY
Read and discuss coverage of our changing climate.  
WHAT'S NEW?
Announcing the winners of the Bookdrop Art Contest!
The winning designs from the Bookdrop Art Contest for our Redwood Shores Branch Library and Schaberg Branch Library bookdrops have been installed! Many thanks to all the artists for contributing their talent and time to our contest.
 
The Wi nners: 
Redwood Shores Branch Library
Winner: Kevin, age 10 
Title of Artwork: Book Drops, Imagination Rises
 
Schabe rg Branch Library
Winner: Sara, age 9
Title of Artwork: Reading Together
 
To see all the winning designs, go here.   
 
Alebrijes Short Story Contest
In collaboration with Casa Circulo Cultural, we are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a Short Story Contest for children: The Dream. Children ages 6 to 14 are encouraged to create a short story based on their observations related to the Alebrijes art exhibition currently on display at Courthouse Square. To learn more and to enter by October 21, go here. 
NEWS FROM PROJECT READ
The Trivia BEE
On October 11, the Redwood City Friends of Literacy will host its 30th Annual Trivia BEE  at Cañada College.The Trivia BEE promotes literacy awareness, and provides funds for Project READ's tutoring programs serving hundreds of adults, children and families in our community. 
 
Companies and individuals may register to participate as a team or event sponsor. And of course spectators play a big role in the Trivia BEE ($25 tickets). BEE a part of the solution! Register at  triviabee.org !
TOP PICKS IN LIBRARY EVENTS
Live and Aloud 2019 Performer Series
GEORGE HURD ENSEMBLE
SATURDAY OCTOBER 5, 2:30 pm
DOWNTOWN LIBRARY
Join us for a live concert featuring original contemporary post-classical/jazz music by composer George Hurd.  Learn More 

WILD WILD WEST 
SATURDAY OCTOBER 5, 6-9pm 
DEVIL'S CANYON BREWING COMPANY
Redwood City Library Foundation's 6th annual fundraiser. Come support a great cause while enjoying live music and more! Purchase tickets here. 
CLIMATE ACTION READING GROUP 
TUESDAY OCTOBER 8, 7 pm
DOWNTOWN LIBRARY
Read and discuss coverage of our changing climate.  
RYLEE'S TRAVELING REPTILE PARTY  
Wednesday October 9, 4 pm - Fair Oaks Branch
Saturday October 12, 11 am - Downtown Library
Saturday October 19, 11 am - Redwood Shores Branch
Get up-close and personal with a scaly friend!
Author Anniqua Rana
MEET THE AUTHOR:
ANNIQUA RANA
THURSDAY OCTOBER 10, 7 pm
DOWNTOWN LIBRARY
Join us to meet the author of Wild Boar in the Cane Field.   Learn More 

JOB SEARCH REVIEW
PHASE2CAREERS 
TUESDAY OCTOBER 15, 10:15 am 
DOWNTOWN LIBRARY
Evaluate your job search with feedback from a panel of experts. Learn More 

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