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

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us Thursday mornings at 10am for stories, songs, finger games and more!  Each week our librarians will choose books based off themes to get children's imagination grow...

Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join us Thursday mornings at 10am for stories, songs, finger games and more! 

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

Wild Wonders Animal Presentation: The Emerald Forest

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Patio - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Visit with the mysterious rainforest dwellers of South America! This theme contains a pre-set assortment of 6 animals, and may include a kinkajou, boa constrictor, iguana, or armad...

Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Children's Patio - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Visit with the mysterious rainforest dwellers of South America! This theme contains a pre-set assortment of 6 animals, and may include a kinkajou, boa constrictor, iguana, or armadillo!

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

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us Thursday mornings at 10am for stories, songs, finger games and more!  Each week our librarians will choose books based off themes to get children's imagination grow...

Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join us Thursday mornings at 10am for stories, songs, finger games and more! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Summer Reading Program 2024: Wild Wonders

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area - University Heights at University Heights Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Come take a walk on the wild side with Wild Wonders and their animal ambassadors! Through an interactive program, you will hear the stories of a number of animals, learn about the ...

Library Branch: University Heights Library
Room: Children's Area - University Heights
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Come take a walk on the wild side with Wild Wonders and their animal ambassadors!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Summer Reading Program Kick-off Party

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

More details coming... you won't want to miss this extravaganza! Cygnet Theater is coming out with a crowd-pleasing performance of "From the Page to the Stage" at 11:30 a.m. Eve...

Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

More details coming... you won't want to miss this extravaganza!

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

Engineering for Kids: Build Your "Dream Car"

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join the University City High School Robotics Club who will guide participants in the creation of a small vehicle "craft" that can be taken home.  Once your car/vehicle is mad...

Encouraged
Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Community Room - North University
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Join the University City High School Robotics Club who will guide participants in the creation of a small vehicle "craft" that can be taken home.  Once your car/vehicle is made, it will be put through test procedures on a ramp.  Fun will

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Summer Reading Program Launch Party

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest at Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for our Summer Reading Program Launch Party! 2024's Summer Reading Program theme is: Read, Renew, Repeat which focuses on the importance of conservation and our environment...

Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join us for our Summer Reading Program Launch Party!

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.

Summer Reading Kickoff Party

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - College-Rolando at College-Rolando Library
Program Type:
Featured, Literature, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Join the party designed to encourage kids to continue reading throughout the summer! This years theme: Read, Renew, Repeat!  We welcome everyone to participate with us for ...

Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, Literature, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join the party designed to encourage kids to continue reading throughout the summer! This years theme: Read, Renew, Repeat! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Summer Reading Program Sign Up Party

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Featured, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Summer Reading Program 2024 has begun! Join us for chalk art, popsicles, and face painting out in front of the patio. Attendants can sign up for the Summer Reading Program while th...

Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Featured, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Summer Reading Program 2024 has begun! Join us for chalk art, popsicles, and face painting out in front of the patio. Attendants can sign up for the Summer Reading Program while they are there!

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.

Summer Reading Program Kick-off ft. Zovargo and Book Giveaway!

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Community Engagement, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

We're celebrating the start of our annual Summer Reading Program: Read, Renew, Repeat. Bring the family for an evening of  Zovargo's amazing animal show, creative fun and...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Accessibility, Community Engagement, Summer Reading Program
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

We're celebrating the start of our annual Summer Reading Program: Read, Renew, Repeat. Bring the family for an evening of  Zovargo's amazing animal show, creative fun and enjoy a free book giveaway, food, and more, while supplies last.&n

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

Mad Science Show: TA-DA! The Science Behind Magic!

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Patio - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Be amazed as we explore the science behind magic! Children and adults of all ages will leave with an understanding of how magicians use the principals of science to develop illusio...

Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Children's Patio - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Be amazed as we explore the science behind magic! Children and adults of all ages will leave with an understanding of how magicians use the principals of science to develop illusions.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Summer Kick Off

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - Mountain View/Beckwourth at Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for our annual Summer Kick Off Event! Come in for crafts, fun and to sign up for our Summer Reading Program. Starting promptly at 5pm Allen the Illusionist will mysti...

Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Room: Community Room - Mountain View/Beckwourth
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join us for our annual Summer Kick Off Event!

Come in for crafts, fun and to sign up for our Summer Reading Program.

Starting promptly at 5pm Allen the Illusionist will mystify and astound us with his wonderful magic show!

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

Garden Tea Party: A Summer Reading Program

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Patio - City Heights/Weingart at City Heights/Weingart Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program, Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

A Summer Reading Program. Join us for a garden tea party!  We will be completing a different Summer Reading Challenge badge every month. June 5: Begin a Nature Journa...

Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Patio - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Wellness
Event Details:

A Summer Reading Program. Join us for a garden tea party! 

We will be completing a different Summer Reading Challenge badge every month.

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

SRP Kick-Off: Wild Wonders!

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Area - North Park at North Park Library
Program Type:
Featured, Early Learning, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us at our Summer Reading Program kick-off event! Reading comes alive as Wild Wonders brings animals from all over the world to visit us at the library! Who knows who you might...

Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Featured, Early Learning, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join us at our Summer Reading Program kick-off event! Reading comes alive as Wild Wonders brings animals from all over the world to visit us at the library! Who knows who you might meet! (a  kinkajou? a fennec fox, perhaps?)

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.

Summer Reading Program: Dance To EvOLvE Bluey Boogie Bash

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Community Room - College-Rolando at College-Rolando Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Bust a move with Bluey!  Immerse your little ones in laughter, creativity and boundless imagination inspired by Bluey! This dance class offers a joyful blend of activities ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Bust a move with Bluey! 

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

SRP Toddler/Preschooler Kick-off w/the Microphone Doctors!

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro at San Ysidro Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

The Microphone Doctors presents a FUN and exciting Costume & Bubble Dance Party for babies, toddlers and preschoolers to kick-off the 2024 Summer Reading Program:  Read, R...

Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

The Microphone Doctors presents a FUN and exciting Costume & Bubble Dance Party for babies, toddlers and preschoolers to kick-off the 2024 Summer Reading Program:  Read, Renew, Repeat on Thursday June 6th at 12 noon!

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

Michael Rayner Juggling Show

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Ocean Beach Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
All Ages, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Michael Rayner is bringing us his hilarious juggling show which has been described as “preposterous brilliance” and “wacky jugglement,” a combination of hilarious tricks and stunts...

Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library
Age Group: All Ages, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Michael Rayner is bringing us his hilarious juggling show which has been described as “preposterous brilliance” and “wacky jugglement,” a combination of hilarious tricks and stunts with uproarious stand-up.

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.

Summer Reading Program Event: Zovargo!

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest at Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Join us for a program presented by our friends at Zovargo! The wonderful humans who work for Zovargo will bring in a few wildlife friends for children to learn about. From what the...

Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join us for a program presented by our friends at Zovargo! The wonderful humans who work for Zovargo will bring in a few wildlife friends for children to learn about.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Movie in the Park: The Little Mermaid + Under the Sea Magic Show!

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 9:30pm
Taylor Greene - Pacific Beach/Taylor at Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Films, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us as we kick off the summer with an evening of fun on the east side of the library on the Taylor Greene!  At 6:30 we will have an "Under the Sea" Magic Show presented...

Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Taylor Greene - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Films, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join us as we kick off the summer with an evening of fun on the east side of the library on the Taylor Greene! 

At 6:30 we will have an "Under the Sea" Magic Show presented by Full Spectrum

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

Noteworthy Puppets Presents Jack and the Beanstalk, A Puppet Musical!

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room - Mission Valley at Mission Valley Library
Program Type:
Featured, Community Engagement, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Get ready for an incredible puppet musical version of Jack and the Beanstalk, starring Jack, his cow, and a host of other friends! This entertaining show by Noteworthy Puppets is p...

Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Featured, Community Engagement, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Get ready for an incredible puppet musical version of Jack and the Beanstalk, starring Jack, his cow, and a host of other friends! This entertaining show by Noteworthy Puppets is perfect for ages 3+.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Literature Comes to Life: Goldilocks and the Three Bears

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 11:45am - 12:45pm
Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
Early Learning, Literature, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Preschoolers
Event Details:

Experience a live version of the classic tale, "Goldilocks and the Three Bears."  During this special presentation, storyteller Stacey Wein will guide select audience voluntee...

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Community Room - North University
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Early Learning, Literature, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Experience a live version of the classic tale, "Goldilocks and the Three Bears."  During this special presentation, storyteller Stacey Wein will guide select audience volunteers in acting out scenes.  This is a great opportunity for chil

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.

Free Summer Lunch!

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Featured, Cultural Appreciation, Summer Reading Program, Wellness
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Renewed Mondays 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: Free Lunch  for youth ages 0-18! 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Celebrate our Summer Lunch Kick-off with Mariachi-Family Arts Collabora...

Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Accessibility, Featured, Cultural Appreciation, Summer Reading Program, Wellness
Event Details:

Renewed Mondays

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: Free Lunch  for youth ages 0-18!

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.

Free Summer Lunch: Kick-Off

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room - College-Rolando at College-Rolando Library
Program Type:
Featured, Community Engagement, Films, Literature, Summer Reading Program, Wellness
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Kick-Off Event! Monday, June 10 | 12pm-2pm 12-1pm free lunch for youth ages 0-18! Enrichment for all ages South Indian Celebration with Divya Devaguptapu. On-site acce...

Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, Community Engagement, Films, Literature, Summer Reading Program, Wellness
Event Details:

Kick-Off Event!
Monday, June 10 | 12pm-2pm

12-1pm free lunch for youth ages 0-18!

Enrichment for all ages

South Indian Celebration with Divya Devaguptapu.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Summer Reading Program Special Event - Movie Monday - Luca (2021)

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Films, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Set in a beautiful seaside town on the Italian Riviera, Disney and Pixar’s original feature film “Luca” is a coming-of-age story about one young boy experiencing an unforgettable s...

Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Films, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Set in a beautiful seaside town on the Italian Riviera, Disney and Pixar’s original feature film “Luca” is a coming-of-age story about one young boy experiencing an unforgettable summer filled with gelato, pasta and endless scooter rides.