Redwood City Public Library will host STEAM at the Library throughout the month of October, in partnership with the Redwood City Library Foundation, Friends of the Redwood City Library Bookstore, the Bay Area Science Festival, and the American Chemical Society. The library is a natural place to explore all aspects of STEAM- Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics. The library's books, online resources, hands on workshops, crafts and activities provided throughout the year give the opportunity to dive into any topic and learn. STEAM combined with the power of literacy opens any door.
During STEAM at the Library enjoy activities for all ages and events exploring different elements of STEAM. With Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics, there’ll be something for everyone! Our STEAM events include a Pop-Up Chemistry series, Family Forensic Chemistry, a Teen COVID Kitchen, Little Learners Lab, STEAM Craft Club, and more. The month wraps up with a series of fun events in partnership with the Bay Area Science Festival, October 21-25, 2020. Learn more at www.redwoodcity.org/STEAM
MAKERSPACE AT THE DOWNTOWN LIBRARY
Did you know that we are building a Makerspace in the Downtown Library? A makerspace is a community workspace where people can gather to use sewing machines, robotics, electronics and other tools. The Makerspace will serve all members of the community with an interest in STEAM and arts and crafts. The Redwood City Library Foundation has a $300,000 fundraising goal to support this project. You can learn more and donate to our Makerspace here.
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FRIENDS FALL EVENTS
Autumn Bookbag Sale
SAT OCT 3, 10am-12pm
Get your order in by Friday early afternoon and we will have your personal and hand-selected bag full of stories and adventures ready for you on the next day. How? Just click here: http://tiny.cc/AutumnBookBags
4th Donation Event
SAT OCT 17, 10am-12pm
Wanted items: Books in new or like new condition. Where: Behind the Downtown Library at 1044 Middlefield Road. Please bring items in bags or boxes and please wear a mask.
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IN CELEBRATION OF ALL BOOKS |
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BANNED BOOKS WEEK
At Redwood City Public Library, we welcome all people and all stories. This week is Banned Books Week! Held in the last week of September, the week spotlights current and historical attempts to censor books in libraries and schools. It brings together the entire book community — librarians, booksellers, publishers, journalists, teachers, and readers of all types — in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas, even those some consider unorthodox or unpopular.
In 2019, the American Library Association Office for Intellectual Freedom tracked 377 challenges to library, school, and university materials and service. Of the 566 books that were targeted, here are the Top most challenged books.
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ONE BOOK, ONE COUNTY
This year's One Book, One County read is a frequently challenged book, Alex Gino's debut novel, George. George details the struggles of a young child that everyone believes to be a boy. The book touches on topics in the LGBTQ community and packs it into a story that captures both young and old audiences.
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See the full events calendar here.
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Get ready for a welcoming, inclusive, and fabulous Storytime! Join us on Saturday, October 10 at 11am as Snaxx reads and sings your favorites. This storytime is suited for children 0-5 years old, however the whole family is invited.
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This workshop happening on Sunday, October 11 at 1pm is meant for youth, families, allies, accomplices or anyone interested in gaining more understanding in LGBTQIA+ identities and experiences.You will leave with tools that you can use to support yourself or someone you love in be-coming out.
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STEAM AT THE LIBRARY EVENTS |
THURSDAYS OCT 1-22, 3:30pm
Learn about different ways that energy is produced. Perform experiments involving thermal expansion and solar power!
WED OCT 7, 3pm
Craft club is diving into STEAM. Get ready for science, crafts and art all mixed up with books and songs throughout the month.For children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade to enjoy stories, songs, crafts and at-home challenges.
SAT OCT 10, 11am
Using science to cook during a pandemic! It’s a pandemic and the lights are out! Learn how to cook without electricity using a process called denaturation.
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THU OCT 1, 5pm
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. Reuniones virtuales a través de la app Zoom.
SAT OCT 3, 11am
Dogs love to hear stories! Read to a specially trained dog provided by the Peninsula Humane Society. This program will take place over Zoom. The format of this program allows limited time slots.
WED OCT 7, 3pm
This month, Little Learners books and hands-on activities will be STEAM themed. Join us in the Lab to learn about space, math, engineering and biology.Children from 3 to 5 years of age are invited to enjoy stories, songs and crafts.
SAT OCT 10, 1pm
Learn the best way to transplant seedlings, protect crops in cold weather, how to plant cover crops and how to mulch the soil for a successful spring garden.
TUE OCT 13, 1pm
To keep up with all our online programs, go here.
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Below is a list of services available at this time. For updates, visit our COVID-19 microsite here.
- All Redwood City Public Library locations are currently closed until further notice.
- Downtown Library bookdrops are open to accept returns.
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Curbside Service for picking up holds is now available.
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Our events are online! Check our calendar here. In-person Library events are cancelled until further notice.
- Meeting room reservations are cancelled until further notice.
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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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Our Zip Books service continues. Zip Books is a way for customers to request books that the Library doesn't own. The item is shipped directly to you using Amazon Prime.
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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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Online resources are available to current card holders and new cardholders. Don't have a card? Sign up here for an eCard, good for 90 days.
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Library customer service is available for your questions:
By phone: (650) 780-7018, extension 4
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