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The American Chemical Society (ACS) held its 23rd annual ChemLuminary Awards on October 21 during National Chemistry Week, and the Silicon Valley Section of ACS received an award for “Most Creative & Innovative Use of the Chemists Celebrate Earth Week theme” for its partnership with Redwood City Public Library on pop-up virtual chemistry programs during the pandemic. The 2020 theme was “Protecting Our Planet Through Chemistry,” and ACS Silicon Valley prepared activity materials for drive-up distribution to Library customers about "earth-friendly plastics" and "(re)cycling water," created a video demonstrating the experiments, and hosted a Zoom event with 4th-7th graders to explain the science while students conducted experiments in the safety of the homes.
The Library is very proud of this partnership to teach kids in our community about chemistry and environmental sustainability. A happy younger sibling of a participant in the Pop Up Chemistry series sent the featured photo to Library staff.
For our next Pop Up Chemistry event, pick up a materials kits November 8- November 12. Then join us live on Saturday, November 13 from 2-3pm over Zoom. More info here
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Transformative change requires grit, perseverance, and hope. Inspired by the legendary activism of U.S. Congressman John Lewis, the four books selected for this year’s San Mateo County Reads program can open dialogues and create opportunities for students and families to reflect on issues meaningful to them and provide inspiration to act.
Check out the San Mateo County Reads 2021 titles today:
Stamped by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi
*FREE copies of Stamped are available in the Downtown Library Teen Center while supplies last*
Upcoming Community Events:
Educator Book Study for Stamped
November 16 @ 4:00pm
A Fireside Chat: A Voting Rights Discussion with Champions of the Civil Rights Movement
November 30 @ 6:00pm
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Take online classes, brush up on job skills, improve your experience level for resumes, and expand your knowledge. In efforts to speed recovery from the pandemic by helping those unemployed or underemployed, the library is offering six new online resources that help you achieve your professional and personal goals. The following are available for free with your Library card, now through September 2022.
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Coursera: University and company courses, certificates, and degrees online
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GetSetUp: Live classes focusing on wellness, lifelong learning and social connection for older adults
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Learning Express Library: Online tutorials, practice tests and e-books to help achieve educational and professional goals
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LinkedIn Learning: Expert-led course videos in business, technology, and creative topics
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Northstar: Assessments, instructor-led curricula and self-directed online learning for basic digital literacy skills
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Skillshare (coming soon): Creative courses and classes taught by experts to help with business and technology skills
To started on your learning journey and find the right Online Learning Platform for you, go here
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See the full events calendar here.
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Live & Aloud: Rick Vandivier |
Join us for a musical performance by guitarist and composer Rick Vandivier on Monday, November 8.
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Share, take, and start seedlings for fall and winter crops at this Redwood Shores Branch Library outdoor event.
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WED NOV 3, 4pm
Thursdays, 10am
SAT NOV 6, 11am
TUE NOV 23, 10am
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WED NOV 3, 4pm
SAT NOV 6, 10:30am
Talk to an expert about retirement, budgeting, home ownership, and more.
SAT NOV 6, 11am
Read to a specially trained dog provided by the Peninsula Humane Society. This program will take place in front of the Downtown Library.
MON NOV 8, 6:30pm
Join us on Zoom for a virtual performance by musician Rick Vandivier.
SAT NOV 13, 10am
Share, take, and start seedlings for fall and winter vegetable crops at this outdoor event. at Redwood Shores Branch Library
SUN NOV 14, 2-4pm
Families with children ages 4-8 from Redwood City and North Fair Oaks are invited to an afternoon of community fellowship to kick-off United Against Hate Week Nov 14-20, 2021. // Las familias con niños de 4 a 8 años de Redwood City y North Fair Oaks están invitadas a una tarde de compañerismo comunitario para dar inicio a la Semana Unidos contra el Odio del 14 al 20 de noviembre de 2021.
TUE NOV 30, 12pm
Meet us on the library plaza at noon to discuss Isabel Wilkerson's "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents"
To keep up with all our online programs, go here.
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Below is a list of services available at this time.
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All Redwood City Public Library locations are open for restored hours and services. Visit our RCPL Limited Edition page for hours, services, safety guidelines, and more.
- Curbside drop-in service for holds pick-up is available at the Downtown Library during open hours
- Bookdrops are open to accept returns
- Computers for 1-hour use are available at all locations
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Our events are online and outside! Check our calendar here.
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Meeting rooms at the Redwood Shores Branch Library are open to the public, more information here.
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Borrow eBooks and eAudiobooks; use streaming TV, movie, and music services; and access digital subscriptions to newspapers and magazines here.
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Online resources are available to current card holders and new cardholders. Don't have a card? Sign up here
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Library customer service is available for general questions. Please call (650) 780-7018, extension 4 or rclinfo@redwoodcity.org.
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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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