Storytime and library events with kids in Redwood City

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• Pajama Storytime

  Mon, Oct 26 · 6:30 PM · San Bruno Public Library · san bruno · 14 mi away · Ages 0–8

  Join us for Pajama Storytime at the San Bruno Library’s Children’s Room. This event is for ages 0-8, and all adults must be accompanied by a child.

Activity ideas that work any day in Redwood City

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  Museum Scavenger Hunt

  Embark on a museum adventure by creating your own scavenger hunt! You'll make a list of unique items, art pieces, or historical artifacts to find within the museum's halls. This activity turns a visit into an exciting challenge, satisfying your sense of discovery and competition. It encourages close observation and helps you engage with the exhibits in a focused and fun way, making the museum feel like a giant puzzle waiting to be solved. First, decide on a theme or categories for your hunt. You might look for things that are a certain color, shape, or from a specific time period. Write down your list with clues, not direct answers, to make it more challenging. Then, with your list in hand, explore the museum, checking off each item as you find it. To stretch the activity, try drawing one of your favorite finds or writing a short story about an item's history.

  9-13 · Indoor · 150 min

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  Design a Dream Bedroom to Scale

  Transform your bedroom into a designer’s paradise by drawing a floor plan to scale. Kids this age enjoy imagining their own space and making independent decisions about it. Creating a scaled drawing is satisfying because it makes their dream room feel real and helps them think like an architect, using math skills in a fun, practical way. They get to design a space that’s uniquely theirs. First, measure your room and any furniture you want to keep. Then, decide on a scale (like one inch equals one foot) and draw your room’s outline on paper. Cut out scaled shapes for your dream furniture, like a gaming station or a reading nook, and arrange them until you find the perfect layout. To stretch this activity, try making a 3D model using cardboard for walls and furniture.

  10-13 · Indoor · 60 min

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  Fishing Trip

  Take to the water and learn the basics of fishing. It's rewarding to master skills like baiting a hook, casting a line, and reeling in a catch. Kids this age will enjoy the patience and focus fishing requires, and the excitement of feeling that first tug on the line. There’s also the satisfaction of experiencing nature, whether it's a quiet pond or a bustling pier, and connecting with the rhythm of the water. This adventure begins with setting up your gear, learning about bait, and practicing your cast. Then, you'll find a good spot and settle in, watching your line and waiting for a bite. Remember, fishing is about enjoying the outdoors and the process, not just the catch. To stretch the activity, try identifying the different types of fish you see or research local regulations to understand catch limits and seasons.

  9-13 · Outdoor · 180 min

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  Don't Rock the Pirate Boat Game

  Captain, we need to balance the penguins on the ship! Take turns stacking the crew, but be careful... you don't want to rock the boat!

  5,6,7,8 · Indoor · 20 min · About $31–$35

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Questions parents ask about Redwood City

What can you do with a toddler in Redwood City on a rainy day?

Downtown's library branch is a few steps from the square, so a rainy morning can be storytime plus a dry lunch without moving the car. The indoor list for Redwood City shows what's scheduled.

Are these activities free?

Square events and library programs are free by design; the marina and trails cost nothing beyond parking. Anything ticketed links out to the organizer so you can check the price before you go.

How often is this page updated?

Event listings refresh automatically from local sources, so past dates drop off on their own.