Redwood City Public Library eNews
May 4, 2021
A MESSAGE FROM MAYOR HOWARD
Last week, we proudly shared 20 partner stories in recognition of our nomination as one of 15 libraries up for the Institute of Museum and Library Services National Medal. Redwood City Mayor Diane Howard has shared this video about her pride in the Library's pandemic response and our dedication to the Redwood City community.

We had the best time celebrating the amazing community partners that make our work so successful, so rewarding, and so enjoyable. You can view the videos here.
WELCOME BACK IN 20 DAYS!
20 more days until RCPL Limited Edition, our reopening service beginning May 24! We will be opening all three of our locations for limited in-person browsing and computer use.

All three of our libraries will welcome you back to browse our collections, pick up holds, get new (or renewed) library cards, use computers for one-hour sessions, and a few more express services. Our plans follow San Mateo County’s alignment with California’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy, and are subject to change based on the County’s COVID-19 guidance. Visit our RCPL Limited Edition webpage for hours and services available.
NEWS FROM THE FOUNDATION
The Redwood City Library Foundation's Spring newsletter features Library Director Derek Wolfgram’s thoughts on the pandemic’s effect on the Library going forward. Read it here

It also has more information on the bee-themed Virtual Fundraiser on May 20. Join the fun with honey cocktail lessons, a tour of our hive with Beekeeper Kendal, and more! Get event information here

Subscribe to the Redwood City Library Foundation Newsletter to hear about the latest news, projects, and events.
ONLINE EVENTS TOP PICKS
See the full events calendar here.
Live & Aloud: Gaby Castro
Join us on May 13 for a concert with Gaby Castro, a Bay Area-based singer-songwriter, instrumentalist, model, actress, and activist. 
Art of Tau'olunga
Join us on May 8 as our neighbors from the Art of Tau'olunga Group guide us on a beautiful journey through Dance.
Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This year's theme is #HopeForChange: a reminder to rely on the hope that carried us through a year of change.

MAY 13: Live & Aloud - Gaby Castro - Join a concert with Gaby Castro, a San Francisco Bay Area-based singer-songwriter.

MAY 18: And Still We Rise! Resiliency and Survival in the BIPOC Communities - Inspiring #HopeForChange through voices from the BIPOC Community.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
WEDNESDAYS, 4pm
Our diverse and inclusive book club meets weekly for 6 weeks this spring. Books will be provided FREE along with weekly chats and fun activities!

WED MAY 5, 3pm
The Lab! introduces teens to life skills that will help improve their social awareness, self-management, organization and communication with others.

SAT MAY 8, 11am - Book Pick Up
WED MAY 12, 6:30pm - Virtual Meet Up
The Library is pleased to introduce you to New York Times Bestselling young adult author & speaker Abigail Hing Wen.

WED MAY 12, 3pm - Recolección de materiales/Material Pick Up
SAT MAY 15, 10:15am - Taller Virtual/Virtual Meet Up
Únase a la maestra Valeria en una hora del cuento especial pregrabada en español ¡con manualidades! Para niños de 0-5 años. // Join teacher Valeria for a special pre-recorded storytime in Spanish, with crafts! For children 0-5 years old.

WED MAY 19, 3pm - Material Pick Up
SAT MAY 22, 2pm - Virtual Meet Up
Join us for a Citizen Scientist program collecting data on water quality in your water shed.

THU MAY 20, 5:30pm
Join us for a virtual visit with Thomas Farber, author of more than two dozen books of fiction, non-fiction, and epigrams, as well as a screenplay and numerous collaborations on photography.

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 and will reopen for limited service on May 24, 2021.
  • 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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