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We had so much fun at our Summer Learning Challenge visit to Redwood Shores Elementary

July 7, 2025

Summer Learning Challenge is in full swing! Keep the reading streak going—just log 20 minutes of reading a day and bring your completed log to the library. That’s it! Every time you finish, you’ll be entered to win awesome weekly prizes and a shot at a $1,000 scholarship!

So far, 16 lucky readers have taken home prizes from all three RCPL locations, including Squishmallows, magnetic tiles, and LEGO sets.

Heads up! Next week’s drawing is extra exciting—everyone who participates will be entered to win Giants tickets!

Visit any Redwood City Public Library location to sign up in-person or sign up online.

Calling all Teens! Redwood City Public Library will be closing our doors to everyone but you, on Friday July 25th from 7pm to 9pm!

This after-hours event is all about giving teens a space to explore, create and connect. From high-energy fun to hands-on creativity, the night will be packed with activities, including:

• Game tournaments
• Print making
• Teen Center open house
• Crafting
• Silent disco
• Snacks

This event is a Partnership of Redwood City Public Library and Redwood City Parks, Recreation and Community Services.

For more information click here.

Support Your Library – Donate to the Friends of Redwood City Public Library!

Have gently-used books, CDs, puzzles, or DVDs? Drop them off and help fuel amazing programs like:

• Summer Learning
• Traveling Storytime
• Career help for adults
• Teen activities & more

You can drive by and drop off donations on Saturday, July 19 at two locations:

• Downtown Library: 1044 Middlefield Rd | 10am–Noon
• Redwood Shores: 399 Marine Pkwy | 10–11:30am

You can also support the Friends by volunteering!

The Friends' Bookstore currently has two volunteer shifts available:

Saturdays from 12pm - 2pm

Tuesdays from 6pm - 8pm

Learn more about the Friends here

Youth or Teen Advisory Boards - APPLY NOW

Redwood City Teens! Want to make a real impact in your community, plan cool events, and have your voice heard? Join the Youth or Teen Advisory Board! Middle schoolers (6th–8th) and High Schoolers (9th-12th) are invited to apply and help shape the future for youth in Redwood City. From community service to event planning, this is your chance to get involved and make things happen! Meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month during the school year.

Applications for the 2025-2026 school year are due by Friday, August 8, 2025 - Apply now

BraveMaker Film Festival

The BraveMaker Film Festival is a highly-anticipated event that takes place in Redwood City, California every July. Don’t miss out—Get your Full Film Fest Pass HERE! Not planning to get a full pass this year? No problem—there are still several free events you won't want to miss!

These BraveMaker Film Fest programs are FREE, but require RSVP.

Thursday, July 10

8:30pm: Film Screening Block 2 @ Courthouse Square: Opening Night

Friday, July 11

9am: Maker Coffee Shop Meet-up (mixer)

11:45am: Short Film Program with filmmakers at the Library

Saturday, July 12

9am: Maker Coffee Shop Meet-Up at Coffeebar

10:30am: Loud Love (documentary)

1pm: Women in Entertainment Panel at the Library

3:15pm: Divine Journey (feature) and Building Black Wealth (Short)

Sunday, July 13

10:15am: Student Made Short Films (High School and College Students)

11:30am: Community Building, Parenting and Educational Short Films

1pm: Short Short Films by Filmmakers on the rise

3pm: Identity Crisis: A film about and for teen girls...