+2 Columnists Project Read helps close the literacy gap in Redwood City By Becca Koenig Nov 1, 2025 Every day, the second floor of the Redwood City Public Library is filled with the turning of pages and quiet buzz of conversation as tutors an…
Guest Perspectives Why libraries matter: Reflections and a little Greek By Dave Willard Sep 3, 2025 I can’t think of a greater civic treasure in our community than the San Mateo Public Library — or as we call it in my house, “that magical pla…
Local News Featured How will cuts affect Bay Area libraries? By Tony Hicks Bay City News Updated May 2, 2025 Bay Area librarians say they aren’t sure exactly how President Donald Trump’s executive order effectively gutting the Institute of Museum and …
Guest Perspectives Public libraries are part of the safety net By Mike McGuire Mar 26, 2025 Like many San Mateo County residents, I am aghast at the uncertainty created by the chaos in our nation’s capital and the threats to establish…
Local News Young Adult Novel Convention returns to Redwood City Public Library By Ana Mata, Daily Journal staff Feb 5, 2025 The Young Adult Novel Convention returns this Saturday, Feb. 8, for its 10th year, inviting teenagers throughout the county to Redwood City Pu…
+2 Columnists San Mateo library programs target sustainability By Ellen Kim Jan 7, 2023 New environmental opportunities and events at the San Mateo public library are bringing our community together to create a more sustainable future.
Local News Featured Libraries in San Mateo County honor history of internment By Sierra Lopez Daily Journal staff Updated Mar 10, 2022 Nearly 80 years have passed since the signing of federal legislation that permitted the internment of Japanese Americans and local libraries a…
Local News Featured San Mateo considers nixing library fines By Curtis Driscoll Daily Journal staff Jan 6, 2022 The San Mateo City Council is in favor of permanently eliminating library fines at public libraries for late materials, with the San Mateo Pub…
Local News Featured Redwood City Public Library finalist for national honor Daily Journal staff report Mar 26, 2021 The Redwood City Public Library is one of 30 national finalists and the only California institution to be nominated for the 2021 National Meda…
Local News Featured County libraries succeed during pandemic with curbside service By Astrid Casimire Bay City News Foundation Updated Apr 1, 2025 Throughout all the ups and downs of 2020, libraries in and around San Mateo County have provided more than just curbside service. They’re cura…
