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Happy Readers' Club

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Nook - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Accessibility, Cultural Appreciation, Early Learning, , Literature
Age Group:
All Ages, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Come join us to honor and celebrate AAPI with a Kamishibai Storytime  presented by Storybox Theater. Come join us  for inclusive learning. Everyone is welcome!   ...

Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Children's Nook - Skyline Hills
Age Group: All Ages, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Celebration Month, Accessibility, Cultural Appreciation, Early Learning, , Literature
Event Details:

Come join us to honor and celebrate AAPI with a Kamishibai Storytime  presented by Storybox Theater. Come join us  for inclusive learning. Everyone is welcome!

 

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

Crafting Zen

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pauline Foster Teen Center (2nd Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Art, Wellness
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Join us to explore mindfulness through artistic expression.

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Pauline Foster Teen Center (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, Wellness
Event Details:

Join us to explore mindfulness through artistic expression.

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

Kids Introduction to Robotics

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Featured, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Are you interested in learning about robotics? Join us for a two-part introductory program! Bruce McCoy, a retired engineer, will introduce kids to robotics. During this session...

Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Featured, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Are you interested in learning about robotics? Join us for a two-part introductory program!

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.

Lego Builders Club

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Children in Grades K - 5th learn, play, & create with Legos!  Creations to be displayed in the library every week!    

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type:
Event Details:

Children in Grades K - 5th learn, play, & create with Legos!  Creations to be displayed in the library every week!

 

 

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

Lego Club

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - Carmel Valley at Carmel Valley Library
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

*Lego Club and Arts and Crafts will be on Wednesdays starting April 3rd. Come join us for Lego Club on the first and third Wednesdays of the month from 4pm - 5pm! The library pr...

Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

*Lego Club and Arts and Crafts will be on Wednesdays starting April 3rd.

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

Spring Into STEAM: Stellar Star Projector

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area - Valencia Park/Malcolm X at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us and discover which stars you were born under. We’ll capture the Constellations and create your very own custom star projector.  Presented by Toshwerks For youth ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Children's Area - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us and discover which stars you were born under. We’ll capture the Constellations and create your very own custom star projector. 

Presented by Toshwerks

For youth ages 9-12.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Family Arts Project: Cherry Blossoms

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Create a zoomed in image of a cherry tree in bloom. Draw the trunk and a few branches with a black marker to create some visual texture. Then we'll add blossoms with pink and red t...

Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Create a zoomed in image of a cherry tree in bloom. Draw the trunk and a few branches with a black marker to create some visual texture. Then we'll add blossoms with pink and red tissue paper squares. 

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.

Knit One, Crochet Too

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Oliver McMillan I CAN! Center (1st Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Beginners always welcome. We supply the materials. Individuals with visual impairment and the hard of hearing are encouraged to attend!

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Oliver McMillan I CAN! Center (1st Floor)
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Beginners always welcome. We supply the materials. Individuals with visual impairment and the hard of hearing are encouraged to attend!

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

LEGO Creators Club

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro at San Ysidro Library
Program Type:
, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

CREATE - SHARE - PLAY! All "master builders" are welcome to take on a LEGO challenge each session, or build something unique, working together or solo. For children and families...

Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: , Science/STEAM
Event Details:

CREATE - SHARE - PLAY!

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

Table Top Games

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Legler Benbough Teen Gaming Area at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Do you love competitive board game classics like Jenga, Dominoes, Uno, Monopoly, or maybe relaxing by working on a jigsaw puzzle? Drop by the Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab with you...

Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Legler Benbough Teen Gaming Area
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Event Details:

Do you love competitive board game classics like Jenga, Dominoes, Uno, Monopoly, or maybe relaxing by working on a jigsaw puzzle? Drop by the Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab with your friends on Wednesdays and Thursdays to play!

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

Teen Game Room

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Teen Center- Game Room (2nd Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

The Teen Game Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch and PS5. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Fortnite, Gang Beasts and more. 

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teen Center- Game Room (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

The Teen Game Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch and PS5. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Fortnite, Gang Beasts and more. 

Note by Note: Music lessons, theory, and performance

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Description of Event:

Note by Note is an organization that aims to provide music education with no financial burden so that all students may have access to pursuing a musical interest. Our volunteers pr...

Rancho Peñasquitos
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Description of Event

Note by Note is an organization that aims to provide music education with no financial burden so that all students may have access to pursuing a musical interest.

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

English Corner (English Conversation)

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
Citizenship and Immigration, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Community members with a basic grasp of English language can have fun themed conversations and build relationships with one another. We will talk about ourselves, our cultures, and...

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Community Room - North University
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Citizenship and Immigration, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Community members with a basic grasp of English language can have fun themed conversations and build relationships with one another. We will talk about ourselves, our cultures, and more.

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.

Free Ballet Folklorico Classes - Alma del Barrio

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Box Theatre at City Heights Performance Annex
Program Type:
Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a fun afternoon of dance instruction for kids and adults. Children and adults from beginners to experienced are welcome to join this amazing group of talented performer...

Library Branch: City Heights Performance Annex
Room: Black Box Theatre
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Join us for a fun afternoon of dance instruction for kids and adults. Children and adults from beginners to experienced are welcome to join this amazing group of talented performers to improve their skills.

Beginners: 5:30pm - 6:00pm

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

San Carlos Area Council (SCAC)

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery at San Carlos Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Come let your voice be heard, and learn what’s going on in your community. Local representatives present updates at every meeting. This is a great way to become active in your neig...

Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Come let your voice be heard, and learn what’s going on in your community. Local representatives present updates at every meeting. This is a great way to become active in your neighborhood and maybe meet some of your neighbors!

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Bike Anywhere Day Pit Stop: Kensington-Normal Heights Branch Library

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:00am - 9:00am
Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

BOOK PEDDLERS PIT STOP AT THE INTERSECTION OF MARLBOROUGH AND ADAMS NEAR THE KENSINGTON-NORMAL HEIGHTS BRANCH LIBRARY Bike Anywhere Day 2024 on May 16 Bike Anywhere Day is fo...

Library Branch: Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

BOOK PEDDLERS PIT STOP AT THE INTERSECTION OF MARLBOROUGH AND ADAMS NEAR THE KENSINGTON-NORMAL HEIGHTS BRANCH LIBRARY

Bike Anywhere Day 2024 on May 16

Bike Anywhere Day is for everyone in the San Diego region,

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Bike Anywhere Day Pit Stop

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:00am - 10:00am
Cass Street Plaza at Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Let’s heat up the streets on Bike Anywhere Day!  Visitors to our Pit Stop can cool down with light refreshments and hot tunes, and also pick up an 80’s era sweatband to keep t...

Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Cass Street Plaza
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

Let’s heat up the streets on Bike Anywhere Day!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Bike Anywhere Day 2024 - Pit Stop

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 7:00am - 10:00am
Patio - Mission Hills/Hillcrest at Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Stop by our Bike Anywhere Day pit stop at the Mission Hills Library on Thursday May 16th from 7-10 a.m. to receive your free Bike Anywhere Day T-Shirt by registering for the event....

Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Patio - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Stop by our Bike Anywhere Day pit stop at the Mission Hills Library on Thursday May 16th from 7-10 a.m.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Bike Everywhere Day Pit Stop

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 7:00am - 10:00am
City Heights/Weingart Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Book it to your library. Stop by our library on Bike Everywhere Day Pit stop for free snacks, resources, and more! We'll have Bike Pueblo joining us to provide free bike maintenanc...

Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Book it to your library. Stop by our library on Bike Everywhere Day Pit stop for free snacks, resources, and more! We'll have Bike Pueblo joining us to provide free bike maintenance! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

SANDAG Bike Anywhere Day

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 7:00am - 10:00am
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

 Bike to a pit stop for snacks, drinks, water, music, restrooms, bike tools for quick repairs, and a free Bike Anywhere Day t-shirt (while supplies last)! Pit stops will be open fr...

Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

 Bike to a pit stop for snacks, drinks, water, music, restrooms, bike tools for quick repairs, and a free Bike Anywhere Day t-shirt (while supplies last)! Pit stops will be open from 7 to 10 a.m., unless otherwise noted.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

SANDAG Bike Anywhere Day 2024 Pit Stop

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 7:00am - 10:00am
University Heights Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us early in the morning from 7:00am-10:00am in front of the University Heights Branch Library for our Bike Anywhere Day Pit Stop!  We will have snacks, giveaways and a sp...

Library Branch: University Heights Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

Join us early in the morning from 7:00am-10:00am in front of the University Heights Branch Library for our Bike Anywhere Day Pit Stop!  We will have snacks, giveaways and a special photo opportunity!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

SANDAG Bike Anywhere Day Pit Stop

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 7:00am - 10:00am
East entrance (outdoors from parking lot) at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Find us at the Valencia Park/ Malcolm X Library - San Diego Public Library.  We will distribute snacks, swag, and bike lights as you pedal your way to work, school, or anywher...

Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: East entrance (outdoors from parking lot)
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Find us at the Valencia Park/ Malcolm X Library - San Diego Public Library.  We will distribute snacks, swag, and bike lights as you pedal your way to work, school, or anywhere!  You can also learn about free library programs, resources,

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

SANDAG Bike Anywhere Day Pit Stop

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 7:00am - 10:00am
San Ysidro Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

The San Ysidro Public Library, in collaboration with the City of San Diego Sustainability and Mobility Dept, and Casa Familiar will distribute snacks, swag, and bike lights as you ...

Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

The San Ysidro Public Library, in collaboration with the City of San Diego Sustainability and Mobility Dept, and Casa Familiar will distribute snacks, swag, and bike lights as you pedal your way t

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

Qi Gong

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Community Room - University Community at University Community Library
Program Type:
Wellness
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Robert Warren leads this popular qi gong class, a mind-body-spirit practice that improves one's mental and physical health by integrating posture, movement, and breathing technique...

Library Branch: University Community Library
Room: Community Room - University Community
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

Robert Warren leads this popular qi gong class, a mind-body-spirit practice that improves one's mental and physical health by integrating posture, movement, and breathing technique.