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Winter Traditions Storytimes
From December 16-22, our storytimes will feature books about holiday celebrations from around the world (and near you!).
Please note: Storytimes will take a break from Monday, December 23 through Sunday, January 12, 2025.
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Winter MakerClub / MakerClub de invierno
Join us at the Downtown Library Makerspace from December 23-January 3 for Winter MakerClub! For kids ages 3 to 13, drop in and create winter themed projects. New projects will be available daily.
Winter MakerClub is on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays: 10am-1pm
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¡Acompañenos en el Espacio Maker de la Biblioteca Central del 23 de diciembre al 3 de enero para el MakerClub de invierno! Para niños de 3 a 13 años, visítenos y haga proyectos con temática invernal. Cada día habrá nuevos proyectos disponibles:
el MakerClub de invierno es los lunes, jueves, y viernes de 10am- 1pm
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Novo Tiempo Trio Holiday Concert
Join us in the Fireplace Room on Tuesday, December 10 at 6:30m for a Holiday Performance of the Novo Tempo Trio. Enjoy festive music alongside Novo Tempo's latest tracks, blending traditional holiday cheer with vibrant Brazilian rhythms. Perfect for bringing warmth and joy to the season! Novo Tempo Trio is Ed Johnson, Kristen Strom, Scott Sorkin
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Decoraciones Invernales
Acompáñenos a nosotras el sábado 14 de diciembre en este nuevo taller creativo y acogedor donde diseñarás hermosas decoraciones de invierno usando nuestras máquinas Cricut. Ya sea para darle un toque especial a tu hogar o para crear un regalo con cariño, esta es tu oportunidad de crear algo único. No se necesita experiencia – te guiaremos durante todo el proceso y proporcionamos todos los materiales sin costo. más información
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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. Families wishing to be added to the Christmas Toy and Book Drive can sign up through December 4. 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.
If you would like to give toys to the prorgram, you can drop them in the barrel located in the lobby of the Downtown Library. Learn more: www.rcsmctoydrive.com
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Hometown Holidays
On Saturday, December 7 from 10am-6pm, get ready for a jolly day of festive fun at Redwood City’s Hometown Holidays! Whether rain or shine, downtown and Courthouse Square will be packed with fun for the whole family. Enjoy a spectacular parade, live entertainment, thrilling carnival rides, and a petting zoo. Snap a photo with Santa and explore holiday vendors offering delicious treats and festive goods. Visit the library at our booth for special holiday cheer!
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Winter Wonderland & Kids Merry Marketplace
Saturday, December 14
5-8pm
Red Morton Community Center
Join us for an enchanting winter evening filled with cookie decorating, bouncing on inflatables, and enjoying a cozy hot cocoa station. Don't forget to bring your camera—Santa will be there for photo opportunities! You can also visit our Merry Marketplace, where young ‘kidpreneurs’ will be selling their holiday creations, perfect for holiday shopping. The marketplace is free for all to attend, but you'll need an Activity Band to participate in all other activities. More information
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We are pleased to announce that the library's free online homework help tool, Brainfuse, is available now. Thanks to the support of the Redwood City Library Foundation, Brainfuse is back just in time for finals week! Brainfuse operates 24/7 and offers comprehensive assistance, especially for complex questions, with tutors specializing in specific areas of study. Free with your library card, connect with a tutor, access the writing lab, meet your project group in a private virtual study room, and access college prep resources.
Get started here
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See the full events calendar here.
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Tai Chi @ Redwood Shores
Experienced instructor Angela Lee will offer Tai Chi classes on December 4 and December 11 from 10:15-11:45am at Redwood Shores Branch Library. For beginners and intermediate level participants, ages 18 and up.
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Teen Program: Cañada College College Workshop
On December 4, come to the Teen Center at 5pm for a Cañada College workshop on CTE Career Programs. Cañada College staff will be on hand to answer all your questions!
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Hatha Yoga
With extensive yoga teaching expertise and practice, Padmini completed her International Yoga Teacher’s certification from the Sivananda Ashram, Kerala, India and training in advanced Yoga Therapy from the SVYASA University. She teaches students at all levels including adaptations for anyone with limitations.
- Thu Dec 5 - 11am – 12pm
- Thu Dec 19- 11am – 12pm
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For Kids
Crafty Wednesdays / Miércoles de Manualidades
WED DEC 4, 3:30pm
Music with Val @ Redwood Shores
SAT DEC 7, 11am
Kid Makers: LEGO Robotics League
SUN DEC 8, 12:30pm
Kid Makers: Pop Up Chemistry
SAT DEC 14, 2pm
For Adults
ESL Conversation Group
TUESDAYS, 5pm and SATURDAYS, 11am
Open Textile Lab
THU DEC 5, 6pm
Art Salon @Redwood Shores
TUE DEC 10, 3pm
For Teens
Teen Program: Video Game Night
TUESDAYS, 4pm
Teen Program: Movie Night
THURSDAYS, 4:30pm
ALL PROGRAMS
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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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