Redwood City Public Library eNews
February 8, 2022
WATER CONSERVATION CONTEST WINNERS
Redwood City is proud to present the 26th annual Water Conservation Poster Contest Winners at the Downtown Library. Come by the Family Place to see the artwork of the winning students!

The purpose of the Water Conservation Poster Contest is to educate the next generation about the importance of conserving water. Developing a water wise culture at an early age is vital to the success of managing our water into the future.

Redwood City kindergarten through 5th grade students were asked to use their artistic abilities to illustrate key water conservation messages. Redwood City honors, and thanks ALL participants of the contest. Congratulations to our young artists!

To learn more about Redwood City water conservation efforts, go here.
FEBRUARY SIGNATURE EVENTS
February is Black History Month and we have a series of programs and activities to celebrate. Join us!


We also recommend visiting the Domini Hoskins Black History Museum & Learning Center Exhibit, "Black History is American History” from Saturday, February 5 through Sunday, February 27 in Downtown Redwood City. The museum is located at 890 Jefferson Avenue (formerly Cost Plus World Market). The exhibit features displays showcasing the extraordinary contributions that African-Americans have made throughout our history.
This series explores the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. We have events for families, teens and all ages presented in collaboration with San Bruno Public Library and South San Francisco Public Library.

EXPLORE A NEW YOU WITH LINKEDIN LEARNING
Learning and growth at work (and in life!) is a journey and life-long process. Redwood City Public Library is committed to your professional and personal development and is now proud to offer LinkedIn Learning!

Why use LinkedIn Learning?
LinkedIn Learning lets you learn at your own pace. You can select courses in areas like Business, Technology and Marketing. You can also pursue other passions! With courses on financial literacy, social media, even drawing and music theory, you’ll be able to grow and develop in the areas you care about both at and outside of work.

Through September 2022, RCPL cardholders have access to six top online learning platforms made available through the American Rescue Plan Act. Has our Explore a New You series inspired you to learn something new? Get started HERE
NEWS FROM THE FRIENDS
Did you know that your book donations help the Friends of the Redwood City Public Library fund library and community programs such as Summer Learning Challenge, author visits, Little Learners, Discover & Go Museum passes, career workshops and more?

Our next Donation Event is Saturday, February 19, 2022 from 10am to 12pm. We'd especially love your donations of new and gently used children's books.

Where: behind the Downtown Library
Wanted Items: Books in new or like new condition
Do Not Bring: Anything dirty or more than slightly worn. No magazines, encyclopedias, hardback adult fiction if older than 2 years.

Please bring items in bags or boxes that you will leave. Every donor must wear a mask and will be required to load the bags or boxes onto carts. Thank you!
ONLINE EVENTS TOP PICKS
See the full events calendar here.

A joyful evening of poetry and conversation in celebration of Black History Month, featuring local poets Kalamu Chaché and Lois Fried and moderated by poet Bakari Thompson

Folding Cranes To Protest, Speak Out, & Heal
Join Bay Area members of Tsuru for Solidarity at this all-ages event combining art and activism. Part of the Confronting History: Stories of Internment series. 

Eventos en español
¡Participe con nosotros en eventos para nuestra comunidad de adultos de habla hispana!

Los jueves a las 6pm – Libros y Café
 
Los martes a las 5pm y sábados a las 11am - ESL Conversation Group

Sábado 26 de febrero a las 11:00am - Aprenda inglés GRATIS
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
THURSDAYS 5:45pm
This class is a 6-week pilot and is open to all who are interested in practicing their Spanish-speaking fluency.

SAT FEB 12, 2pm
Middle school scientists explore different aspects of chemistry! This program is provided in partnership with the ACS.

SAT FEB 19, 10am
Share, take, and start seedlings for early spring vegetable crops at this outdoor event. We will also have supplies and tips for starting seeds from our Seed Library.

SAT FEB 19, 1pm
A different project and activity every month! For teens ages 12+. Pick up materials at the Downtown Library Family Place starting at 1pm. Kits distributed while supplies last.

To keep up with all our online programs, go here.
LIBRARY SERVICE UPDATE
Below is a list of services available at this time.

  • 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 public use are available at all locations
  • Our events are online and outside! Check our calendar here.
  • Meeting rooms at 25% capacity are open to the public, more information here.
  • Borrow eBooks and eAudiobooks; use streaming TV, movie, and music services; and access digital subscriptions to newspapers and magazines here.
  • Online resources are available to current card holders and new cardholders. Don't have a card? Sign up here
  • Library customer service is available for general questions. Please call (650) 780-7018, extension 4 or rclinfo@redwoodcity.org.
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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