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Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
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Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
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The Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library is open to the public on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Mondays and Thursdays-Saturdays library services are limited to Contactless Pickups only. 

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
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Famous Filipino Artists and Their Masterworks

9:30am - 6:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art, , Science/STEAM
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Stop by to experience the masterworks of famous Filipino artists such as Fernando Amorsolo, Juan Luna, Pacita Abad, Felix Resurreccion Hidalgo, Victorio Edades, Anita Magsaysay-Ho, Jose Joya, Hernando R.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

SATURDAY MORNING STORYTIME!

10:00am - 10:30am
Paradise Hills Library
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Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library
Room: Patio - Paradise Hills
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
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Please join us for stories and songs every Saturday morning on the patio at 10:00AM.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

City Heights Community Plant Swap

10:00am - 12:00pm
City Heights/Weingart Library
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Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Patio - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement,
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Do you have cuttings or whole plants you’d like to trade? Join us at our plant exchange! Everyone is welcome to come share their love of plants with fellow community members.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

10:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Union Bank Homework Center (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Featured,
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Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance!  They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Gardening Exchange

10:00am - 1:00pm
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Front Plaza - Rancho Penasquitos
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
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Stop and Swap: Seeds, Plants, Veggies, Fruits, Flowers and More!

Too many zucchinis? Lots of cut flowers? Succulents getting too big? Fruits and Veggies galore? Ordered too many radish seeds?

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Tech Help Program- Drop in Tech Help

10:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Mary Hollis Clark Conference Center
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: , IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
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Do you struggle with technology? We are available to help! Stop-in and get help with your tech questions related to smart devices, computers, social media, streaming/storage services, software/hardware and other related tech gadgets.

Library NExT: Admit One-Session One A.C.T. Test Prep

10:00am - 2:30pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Program Type: Online/Virtual, , Library NExT
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Let San Diego Public Libraries assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college through the Admit One College Prep Academy! Admit One provides an advantage on SAT & ACT test preparation.

Library NExT: Admit One-Session Two S.A.T. Test Prep

10:00am - 2:30pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Program Type: Online/Virtual, , Library NExT
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Let San Diego Public Libraries assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college through the Admit One College Prep Academy! Admit One provides an advantage on SAT & ACT test preparation.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Miss Breed, , Literature, Performing Arts
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Kamishibai Storytime is Japanese street theater + storytelling (Kami = paper; shibai = theatre). 

Love manga? Meet its predecessor!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

CANCELLED: Mini Pumpkin Painting Party - Morning Session

10:30am - 11:30am
Point Loma/Hervey Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Room: Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

You're invited to a Mini Pumpkin Painting Party!

A fun Halloween activity for the family - bring your imagination and creativity!

Mini pumpkins & paint will be provided for children ages 6-11.

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Shiley Special Events Suite
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured,
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Culinary Historians of San Diego will present “Modern Kosher; Global Flavors, New Traditions,” featuring author Michael Aaron Gardiner, at 10:30 am October 16, at the San Diego Central Library’s 9th floor Shiley Suite, 330 Park Blvd.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

Paws to Read

11:00am - 12:00pm
Mira Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Inside Patio - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: , Literature
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Join us for the return of Therapy Dogs to the Library! Children are invited to read to, and interact, with  certified therapy dogs to build reading confidence.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

A HAPPY HALLOWEEN CELEBRATION

11:00am - 2:00pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
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Celebrate Halloween with Union-Tribune columnist and “A Way with Words” co-founder Richard Lederer. Dr.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.

Manage Your Future

12:00pm - 3:00pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: , Library NExT
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 1
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Ready to earn pre-college credit while learning about business management? This virtual series is designed for high school students who are excited to learn about logistics and coordination of activities in a business setting.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Virtual Cracking the COVID-19 Code

1:00pm - 2:30pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic and the plethora of news surrounding the mystery of COVID-19, this course is a virtual exploration into the world of viruses.

This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

Author Talk with Kim Dwinell

2:00pm - 3:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Middle School Age
Program Type: Literature, Local Author
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Meet Kim Dwinell, author of the popular Surfside Girls series, as she discusses her new book: The Science of Surfing: A Surfside Girls' Guide to the Ocean.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Into the Comic-Verse: A Comic Workshop for Teens

2:00pm - 3:00pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Featured, Art, , Program Includes Kit
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Interested in joining our comic contest? Or interested in comics in general?

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Book Launch: Beatrice Zamora

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Virtual Travel Center (Fifth Floor)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Citizenship and Immigration, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, , En Español, Local Author
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Join ZoomGov meeing at 2pm by selecting or copying and pasting this link into your
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This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

Virtual Marine Mammals of California

2:00pm - 3:30pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Online/Virtual, , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

This workshop introduces students to the many marine mammals native to San Diego, including seals, sea lions, dolphins and great whales.

This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Project-In-A-Box: Robo Sun God

2:00pm - 5:00pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, Online/Virtual, , Program Includes Kit, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Program Description

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Council Meeting

3:00pm - 4:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Children's Area - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
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Calling all teens! Earn service hours and help the library make decisions about serving teens in our community.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

Pumpkin Decorating

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come and enjoy some Halloween tunes while decorating your very own pumpkin! Paint, stickers, googly eyes and other craft items will be provided so let the creativity flow and make your pumpkin a work of art!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

CANCELLED: Mini Pumpkin Painting Party - Afternoon Session

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Point Loma/Hervey Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Room: Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

You're invited to a Mini Pumpkin Painting Party!

A fun Halloween activity for the family - bring your imagination and creativity!

Pumpkins & paint will be provided for children ages 6-11.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Pitch Your Passion

4:00pm - 5:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement,
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

This is YOUR chance to voice what cause you are passionate about in front of other teens. Is it animal rights? Environmentalism? Diplomacy? Putting an end to nationwide or worldwide hunger?