Redwood City Public Library eNews
March 30, 2021
NATIONAL POETRY MONTH
April is National Poetry Month! In 2021, the Academy of American Poets is celebrating the twenty-fifth anniversary of this annual celebration.

In honor of the month, we are happy to host local poets for a Virtual Reading. Join us on Monday, April 19 at 6:30pm to meet poets Angela Narciso Torres, Naoko Fujimoto, Dilruba Ahmed and Karen Llagas. Moderated by Aileen Cassinetto, Poet Laureate of San Mateo County. Learn more

Millions of viewers discovered Amanda Gorman and her powerful poetry during the inauguration of President Joe Biden. We have compiled lists of books that carry similarly inspiring and socially charged messages from various bestselling poets from around the world. View our book list and eBook/eAudiobook list. Here is a poetry list for kids. Last but not least, look for a poetry option in this month's Curbside Pickup Grab Bags. Enjoy reading poetry this month!
SHARE YOUR STORY // COMPARTE TU HISTORIA
Have you heard the news? The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) named Redwood City Public Library as a finalist for the 2021 National Medal for Museum and Library Service! Learn more here.

We want to hear from you! On April 28, IMLS will spotlight what makes Redwood City Public Library a contender for this award. Tell us how we’ve made an impact on your life and feel free to include photos and videos. You can email us here or post your story to social media and tag us @RCPLibrary on Facebook, @redwoodcitylibrary on Instagram and @RWCLibrary on Twitter with the hashtag #IMLSmedals.

¿Has oído las noticias? ¡El Instituto de Servicios de Museos y Bibliotecas (IMLS) nombró a la Biblioteca Pública de Redwood City como finalista de la Medalla Nacional 2021 al Servicio de Museos y Bibliotecas! Aprende más aquí.
 
¡Queremos escuchar de ti! El 28 de abril, IMLS destacará lo que hace que la Biblioteca Pública de Redwood City sea un candidato para este premio. Cuéntenos cómo hemos tenido un impacto en tu vida y no dudes en incluir fotos y videos. Puede enviarnos un correo electrónico a jbarnes@redwoodcity.org o publicar tu historia en las redes sociales y etiquetarnos @RCPLibrary en Facebook, @redwoodcitylibrary en Instagram y @RWCLibrary en Twitter con el hashtag #IMLSmedals.   
JOIN THE LIBRARY BOARD
Are you looking to make an impact on your community and library services? We have two vacant seats on our Library Board and we need people dedicated to making a difference in Redwood City! Library Board Members are passionate about the mission of our library as the learning center of our community and the place where people turn to for the discovery of ideas, the joy of reading and the power of information. Recruitment is open through April 18, 2021 at 11:59 p.m. Apply today! www.redwoodcity.org/bccrecruitment
ONLINE EVENTS TOP PICKS
See the full events calendar here.
Charlie & the Chocolate Factory
Redwood City Youth Literacy Council is calling all kids ages 8-11 to get lost in a magical world of chocolate, candy, and golden tickets! Material pick up on April 17 for the event on April 24.

Confronting Antisemitism and Hate
Join the conversation on April 15 about how antisemitism manifests and intersects with other forms of hate, and how we can join together to confront the rising hate against our communities.

EARTH MONTH AT THE LIBRARY!
WED APR 14, 1pm
Learn tips and tricks with commute.org for all of your traveling needs.

WED APR 21, 3pm (material pick up)
SAT APR 24, 2pm
Join us for an Earth Day exploration of chemistry!

We offer a variety of free seeds during Curbside Pickup at all locations through our Seed Library. 
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
SAT APR 3, 11am
Drive through Parking Lot B for a festive celebration of the Spring Equinox!

LUNES ABRIL 5, 6:30pm
Únase con nosotros para explorar las aulas virtuales de GCFLearnFree.org. // Join us to explore the virtual classrooms of GCFLearnFree.org. This event will be in Spanish.

THU APR 8, 6pm
Join us for a conversation over Zoom about how to talk about racial and social justice books in age appropriate ways with Dr. Mollie Monahan-Kreishman.

JUEVES ABRIL 8, 6pm
Únase al club de lectura en español "Libros y Café" y disfrute de un momento relajado para leer en la mejor compañía. Libros gratuitos a través de la plataforma Hoopla // Join the Spanish book club "Libros y Café" and enjoy some downtime to read and relax in the best company.

THU APR 8, 6:30pm
The program will feature objects from the Asian Art Museum’s permanent collection which focuses on six celebrated flowers.

To keep up with all our online programs, go here.
LIBRARY SERVICE UPDATE
Below is a list of services available at this time.

  • Read more, worry less. We are fine free!
  • All Redwood City Public Library locations are currently closed until further notice.
  • Downtown Library bookdrops are open to accept returns. Branch Library bookdrops are open on Curbside Service days. Go here for hours.
  • Curbside Service for picking up holds is available at the Downtown Library, Redwood Shores Branch Library and Schaberg Branch Library.
  • Computers by Appointment is available at the Downtown Library on Monday and Wednesday, 2pm-5pm.
  • Our events are online! Check our calendar here.
  • Meeting room reservations are cancelled until further notice.
  • Borrow eBooks and eAudiobooks; use streaming TV, movie, and music services; and access digital subscriptions to newspapers and magazines here.
  • Library customer service is available for general questions. Please call (650) 780-7018, extension 4 or rclinfo@redwoodcity.org. 
  • Online resources are available to current card holders and new cardholders. Don't have a card? Sign up here

STAY IN TOUCH // MANTÉNGASE EN CONTACTO
Library customer service is available for your questions:
By phone: (650) 780-7018, extension 4

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Servicio bibliotecario al cliente está disponible para sus preguntas:
Por teléfono: (650) 780-7018, extensión 4
Por correo electrónico: rclinfo@redwoodcity.org
 
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