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The library stayed up late—and teens made it unforgettable—for Library After Dark: Teen Edition

July 28, 2025

As summer comes to a close, so do many of our programs for children. Most of our summer events, including storytimes, will wrap up in the first week of August to give us time to prepare for the fall. The Summer Learning Challenge continues through August - plenty of time to enter for prize drawings and the grand prize $1,000 scholarship.

Here’s a snapshot of upcoming events:

Stories in the Park

TUE JUL 29, 10am - Stulsaft Park 

TUE JUL 29, 10am - Marlin Park

Canine Companion Disability Independence Storytime

TUE JUL 29, 6:30pm - Redwood Shores Branch Library

James Henry

TUE JUL 29 at 6:30pm - Magical Bridge Playground

WED JUL 30 at 6:30pm - Redwood Shores Branch Library

Summer Splash & Back to School Bash

SAT AUG 2, 10:30am - Outside the Downtown Library

Featuring a performance by James Henry and activities led by our Summer Interns

Kid Makers: Free Art @ Schaberg

SAT AUG 9, 11am - Schaberg Branch Library

Kid Makers: Pop Up Chemistry

SAT AUG 9, 2pm

Add a touch of sweetness to your summer! The Downtown Library's bees were busy on our rooftop this year. Friends of the Redwood City Public Library have a fresh batch of honey available for just $10 a jar. Whether you're gifting it or keeping it for yourself, this golden treat is the perfect way to savor the season. Best of all, every purchase supports Redwood City Public Library!

Click here to buy Honey online or visit the Downtown Library's Friends Bookstore to purchase in person

Learn more about the Library's bees here

2025 Project READ BBQ & Awards Ceremony: Celebrating Literacy, Community & Connection

Last weekend, we gathered in celebration of our incredible learners, tutors and Project READ families at our annual BBQ & Awards Ceremony. Nearly 350 friends, families, and supporters came together for an afternoon filled with delicious food, storytelling, hands-on crafts and joyful outdoor games. With the talented DJ Jose keeping spirits high, it was a true celebration of community and literacy in action.

A highlight of the event was the presentation of our Spirit of Project READ Awards, an honor given to individuals who embody the heart and mission of our program—and inspire those around them through their dedication and perseverance.

To read all about the BBQ and honorees, go here

To support the Project READ mission, please consider donating here

Mark your calendar for three special Saturday morning repair events on August 2, October 11 and December 6. Volunteer Fixit Coaches will be in the Makerspace to help you informally troubleshoot, disassemble and diagnose broken household items. Advance registration is preferred but drop-ins are also welcome. Carry-in only, no oversize items.

Register an item to repair HERE

Register to volunteer as a Fixit Coach HERE

Looking for more Fixit Clinics? View other upcoming repair events in San Mateo County here: San Mateo County Sustainability Department: Fixit Clinic

Sponsored by the San Mateo County Sustainability Department, Peninsula Clean Energy and Friends of the Redwood City Public Library

Stanford Medicine Children's Health is offering a FREE Back to School Vaccination Fair on Thursday, July 31 from 10am-3pm at the Fair Oaks Community Center in Redwood City.

No appointment is needed, and vaccines are available for youth ages 10–25, including catch-up shots (no early childhood vaccines). Participants don’t need to be current Stanford Medicine patients. Only vaccine services will be provided during this event.