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THE LIBRARY IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED

All Day 3/16 - 12/31
Some Branches
Branches:
Central Library, Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library, Balboa Library, Carmel Mountain Ranch Library, Carmel Valley Library, City Heights/Weingart Library, Clairemont Library, College-Rolando Library, Kensington-Normal Heights Library, La Jolla/Riford Library, Linda Vista Library, Logan Heights Library, Mira Mesa Library, Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library, Mission Valley Library, Mountain View/Beckwourth Library, North Clairemont Library, North Park Library, North University Community Library, Oak Park Library, Ocean Beach Library, Otay Mesa-Nestor Library, Pacific Beach/Taylor Library, Paradise Hills Library, Point Loma/Hervey Library, Rancho Bernardo Library, Rancho Peñasquitos, San Carlos Library, San Ysidro Library, Scripps Miramar Ranch Library, Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library, Skyline Hills Library, Tierrasanta Library, University Community Library, University Heights Library, Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library, Outreach
Description:
Under the guidance of the CA Department of Public Health and San Diego County’s Public Health Officer, the San Diego Public Library will be closed until further notice. Online library services remain avaiable to the public. Find specific information...

Power of Breath Meditation

12:30pm - 1:30pm
North University Community Library
Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Community Room - North University
Age Group: Emerging Adults (18-25), Adult, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:
Be at peace through the Power of Breath! Breathwork and meditation taught by The Art of Living Foundation. No registration needed. ...

*VIRTUAL* Chinese Culture Club: What is the Mid-Autumn Festival?

1:00pm - 2:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Age Group: Young Adults (13-17), Emerging Adults (18-25), Adult, Older Adults
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Community Engagement, Educational
Event Details:
**THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM** Join us to know more about Chinese Culture and learn Chinese in fun ways! All free, no skills required, no age limitation, everyone is welcome. Invite your family and friends! For more information, please co...

La Jolla World Tea Enthusiasts

2:00pm - 5:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Foushee Patio Room
Age Group: Adult, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:
The Jolla World Tea Enthusiasts is a club run by people who love high quality teas, rare teas, exotic teas and teas from around the world. Here, you will not find any instant hot and tea bags. You will find high grade tea prepared with the care, love...

Mommy and Me Happy Hour

9:30am - 11:00am
Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Adult, Older Adults
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:
Mommies (and Daddies too) are invited to get to know other parents in the community while your child plays with their neighbors!  Age-appropriate toys and games will be provided for the little ones to play with.  Parents can meet new friend...

Craft Circle Café

9:30am - 1:00pm
Mira Mesa Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Meeting Room - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Emerging Adults (18-25), Adult, Older Adults
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement
Event Details:
If you like DIY craft projects AND socializing with other crafters please join us for Craft Circle Cafe.  Bring your own project - scrapbooking, needlework, knitting, coloring or work on the project being presented. Drop in for a short...

Babies and Books

10:00am - 10:30am
North University Community Library
Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Community Room - North University
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:
This lap-sit storytime encourages bonding and introduces a love for books by using song, movement, rhythm and rhyme. ...

Baby/Toddler Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Carmel Valley Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Educational, Literature
Event Details:
Baby/Toddler Storytime includes stories and songs ...

Modern Classics Book Club: A Tree Grows in Brooklyn

10:00am - 10:30am
SDPL Virtual Branch
Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Emerging Adults (18-25), Adult, Older Adults
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:
Welcome to our virtual book club!  We will be discussing a wide variety of books ranging from classic selections to modern literature. Current Selection Title: A Tree Grows in Brooklyn Author: Betty Smith Ebook link: https:...

Tai Chi Class

10:00am - 11:00am
Linda Vista Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Educational, Wellness
Event Details:
Improve your balance and mobility with slow, controlled movement. For ages 60+. ...

Take and Make Craft Kits

10:00am - 11:00am
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Pre-readers (3-6), Elementary (7-8), Middle Grades (9-12)
Program Type: Art
Event Details:
Free craft kits for you to take home and make with your little ones. Stop by our library and pick up some craft kits to make at home. Will supplies last. Please call us at 619-527-3405 to reserve and pick up a kit (or two) today! Follow us on Face...

Toddler Stories & Play

10:00am - 11:00am
La Jolla/Riford Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Children's Area - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Pre-readers (3-6)
Program Type: Community Engagement, Educational, Literature
Event Details:
Join in as we read, sing, dance, and play in this special storytime meant to encourage a love of reading and build essential early literacy skills. ...

Morning Storytime with Ms. Kathie

10:30am - 11:00am
Linda Vista Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Age Group: Pre-readers (3-6)
Program Type: Educational, Literature
Event Details:
Children and their families are invited to join storyteller extraordinaire Ms. Kathie for fabulous stories, rich rhymes, and scintillating songs! This lively storytime is sure to warm the heart! ...

Music & Movement

11:00am - 11:30am
North University Community Library
Library Branch: North University Community Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Pre-readers (3-6), Elementary (7-8)
Program Type: Educational, Wellness
Event Details:
Sing, Dance and Play! Children enjoy songs and movement activities that build motor skills and increase independence. ...

Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Carmel Valley Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Pre-readers (3-6)
Program Type: Educational, Literature
Event Details:
Preschool Storytime includes stories and songs. ...

Laughter Wellness - For Your Health & Well-being (all ages)

11:00am - 12:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:
Laughter Wellness is a simple but effective method created to help reduce stress, pain and negative emotions through prolonged voluntary laughter.  Besides boosting the immune system, it also helps improve energy levels.  No comedy, jokes o...

Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Pre-readers (3-6), Elementary (7-8)
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Educational, Literature
Event Details:
Please join Miss Minoo for virtual storytime on Monday mornings. If you like to listen to stories and sing songs, this is the right program for you! ...

Toddler Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
Mission Valley Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Pre-readers (3-6)
Program Type: Educational, Literature
Event Details:
A storytime designed for toddlers, featuring songs, rhymes, and books. Storytime will take place from 11:00-11:30am followed by open playtime from 11:30am-12:00pm. ...

Hatha Yoga for Adults

11:15am - 12:15pm
Linda Vista Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Emerging Adults (18-25), Adult, Older Adults
Program Type: Educational, Wellness
Event Details:
Aryn Rannazzisi leads a gentle paced class combining breath work and postures to promote strength, flexibility and balance. This all-level class will include inversions, backbends and sun salutations. Please bring a mat or large towel and a hand towe...

Senior LITE

11:30am - 12:30pm
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Educational, Wellness
Event Details:
Senior LITE is a self-directed community meet-up: bring a topic to discuss, or just catch up with your neighbors over coffee! Join other 55+ neighbors in your community for discussions on senior and aging issues, and games to stimulate your...

Baby Signing Storytime

1:00pm - 1:30pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Children's Area - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Educational, Literature
Event Details:
Learn signs to use with your baby! Signing fun with songs, stories, and finger plays as well as tips for using sign language as a preverbal communication tool with your baby. Recommended for ages 0+. ...

Mah-Jongg Club!

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Linda Vista Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Young Adults (13-17), Emerging Adults (18-25), Adult, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Educational
Event Details:
Do you want to learn how to play Mah Jongg? We can teach you. Do you already play? Bring your Mah-Jongg set and join us. ...

NAMI Resource Table

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Lobby - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Emerging Adults (18-25), Adult, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:
NAMI San Diego's Connections 2 Community Clubhouse provides services to people experiencing homelessness and mental illness at the Pacific Beach Library on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month.  Services include hygiene kits, ID vouchers, ...

Kids Chess Club

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch
Age Group: Pre-readers (3-6), Elementary (7-8), Middle Grades (9-12), Young Adults (13-17)
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:
This program is for children ages 5 and up.  All levels of players are welcome.  There will be instruction for beginners and opportunities for kids to play against other kids at their own level.  Please bring a chess board and pieces t...

SIGNING CRAFTS AND GAMES

3:15pm - 4:00pm
Ocean Beach Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Pre-readers (3-6)
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:
Learn American Sign Language in a fun and interactive way during our Signing Crafts and Games Program. We’ll spend 45 minutes learning signs through songs, crafts and/or games. For ages birth through pre-school! All materials supplied! ...

Jammin' @ the Library: Guitar Instruction

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Mary Hollis Clark Conference Center
Age Group: Young Adults (13-17), Emerging Adults (18-25), Adult, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Educational, Performing Arts
Event Details:
Jammin’ @ the Library program offers free beginning guitar instruction for teens and adults at the San Diego Public Library’s Central Library in a series of group lessons.  The program is for ages 12 and up. We meet at the Central Library Monday...

Lego Club at the Library

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Balboa Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Balboa Library
Room: Children's Area - Balboa
Age Group: Pre-readers (3-6), Elementary (7-8), Middle Grades (9-12)
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, Educational
Event Details:
Build your LEGO masterpiece!  Create something fun and wonderful with Legos!  Can you make a Lego heart, a flower, a shamrock, a rainbow, a ship, a book...?  Join us on Mondays and find out how!  We supply the LEGO'...