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ANNOUNCING CURBSIDE PICKUP
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 We know that you are eager to get new library materials into your hands. Beginning June 16, 2020, contact-free curbside service for holds pick-up will be available at the Downtown Library Tuesday through Saturday.
We have developed a system to ensure that this process is safe for our customers and employees. In order to participate in a safe and expedient curbside pick-up experience, please follow these steps:
- Place holds on items in advance through our online catalog rcpl.bibliocommons.com. You can also email or call us at (650)780-7018 ext. 4 for recommendations or to request that materials be held for you.
- Once you are notified that your hold is available, make a reservation to pick up your holds here: www.redwoodcity.org/librarycurbside
- Arrive at the Downtown Library within your reservation pickup window. We will place your already checked out holds in your car trunk or at your walk-up station.
Visit our Curbside Service page here for hours, more information and frequently asked questions.
 ¡El servicio de recogida en la acera ya está aquí!
Sabemos que está ansioso por tener nuevos materiales de la biblioteca en sus manos. A partir del 16 de junio de 2020, podrá utilizar el servicio sin contacto de recogida en la acera
(curbside pickup
) para materiales reservados. Las recogidas se realizan en la Biblioteca Central, de martes a sábado.
Hemos desarrollado un sistema para garantizar que este proceso sea seguro para nuestros clientes y empleados. Para participar en una experiencia segura y conveniente, siga estos pasos:
- Haga sus reservaciones por adelantado a través de nuestro catálogo en línea rcpl.bibliocommons.com. También puede enviarnos un correo electrónico
o llamarnos al (650)-780-7018 ext. 4 para obtener recomendaciones o reservar materiales.
- Una vez que le notifiquen que la reserva está lista, haga una cita para retirarla aquí: www.redwoodcity.org/librarycurbside
- Llegue a la Biblioteca Central dentro del margen de tiempo de recogida de su reservación. Pondremos los materiales directamente en el baúl de su vehículo o en el espacio reservado para transeúntes.
Vaya aquí para comenzar: www.redwoodcity.org/librarycurbside
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At this week's Monday City Council Meeting, Redwood City Public Library received the Redwood City 2020 "Welcoming Star" award for its Human Library program.
Welcoming Stars recognizes programs in Redwood City and North Fair Oaks that model a remarkable commitment to creating a welcoming environment for all who live, work, study, and visit in our community. Our Human Library is a place where real people, referred to as "Books", are on loan to members of our community, or "Readers." Books have included: a Veteran, Muslim, Transgender Person, Conservative, Recovered Addict, Developmentally Disabled, Police Officer, and more. These 20 minute one-on-one conversations aim to break down stereotypes and prejudices and celebrate the diversity within Redwood City and North Fair Oaks.
Thank you, Redwood City 2020 and Redwood City City Council for this honor. We can't wait to offer more Human Libraries!
To learn more about the Welcoming Star award, we encourage you to read the Redwood City 2020 post announcing the award here.
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SUMMER LEARNING CHALLENGE
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Kids! Teens! Adults! Get Set to Take the Challenge June 1-August 31. Everyone can take the challenge. Read, listen and learn all summer long.
We have a full summer full of virtual performances and programs. You can find the full list of activities here. The Summer Learning Challenge is generously sponsored
by Friends of the Redwood City Library
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See the full events calendar here.
COMING SOON!
TUE June 16-17, multiple
performances
This program features stories about fairytales, dragons, and superheroes. Participants will learn how musical elements like rhythm, dynamics, and tempo can be used with instruments to represent characters in stories.
TUE June 23, 4pm
Learn sustainable sewing practices to create cloth face coverings. No sewing machine required.
NOTE: Register by June 16 to reserve a hand sewing kit. Kits can be picked up from the Downtown Library on June 20 and June 23.
TUE June 23-24, multiple performances
Mr. SHAP is a San Francisco Bay Area balloon artist and magician extraordinaire. Join us for a magical time with a few twists thrown in.
THU June 25, 7pm
Join us for a multi-media presentation introducing author Lisa Sniderman's new memoir A Light in the Darkness: Transcending Chronic Illness through the Power of Art and Attitude.
WEEKLY
Stories from your Community: Tuesday 11am prerecorded stories from members of our community This week features athletes from Stanford Athletics.
ESL Conversation Group: Tuesdays 6pm and Saturdays 11am. Zoom meetings
open to all non-native English language speakers who are interested in developing their speaking fluency.
Little Learners Remote
Wednesday at 10am, a craft and storytime for ages 3-5.
Materials pick-up at the Downtown Library, then tune in at 4pm for stories and craft instructions.
Thursday at 10am, Librarian Armando is back with live English/Spanish bilingual storytime.
Yoga 4 Kids: Thursday at 11am. Join us and challenge yourself. Don't forget your mat, towel, and water. We will be meeting via Zoom.
Thursday at 3pm,
Weekly meetings
for
voracious early readers in 2nd grade.
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 beginning June 1.
- Curbside Service for picking up holds begins June 16.
- Library events are cancelled until further notice. Check our calendar here for online events.
- Meeting room reservations are cancelled until further notice.
- Due dates for all library materials, including Wifi hotspots, are extended through July 31.
- No overdue fines will be charged for any items currently checked out.
- Borrow eBooks and eAudiobooks; use streaming TV, movie, and music services; and access digital subscriptions to newspapers and magazines here.
- 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.
- Library customer service is available for general questions. Please call (650) 780-7018, extension 4 or [email protected].
- 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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STAY INFORMED
CONTACT US
Our live phone service team are available 10am to 5pm Monday-Friday.
PH: (650) 780-7018, ex. 4
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