Upcoming Events

The Teen IDEA Lab is a space to be used for creative projects that require specialized equipment and software.

Featuring a recording studio, Makerspace, and iMac workstations and so much more!

Beginner friendly computer-aided design (CAD) projects such as keychains and simple geometric models. 3D printing available during class. Open to all school aged children. No previous experience necessary. No reservations needed. 

Details TBD.

Calling all fiber artists! Bring your crochet, knitting, or textile projects and connect with others at our library meet-up. Learn from others, share your skills, and create together. Some supplies are available for beginners.

String Play – Level II (ages 7 – 8)

Requires registration with Villa Musica

Get help on the computers and with your digital devices from a Digital Navigator every Monday! 

The Digital Navigator Program offers free, one-on-one assistance to help improve computer skills or get basic tech support. Digital Navigators are tech experts who are available to answer your "How to ....." questions.

Stop by for FREE Tax Preparation help generously provided by AARP.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax preparation to anyone of any age - especially if you are 50 or older or can't afford paid tax preparation.

Are you a student in Kinder through 8th grade? 

Come practice your reading or math skills one-on-one with a Homework Coach! 

What is Sharpen Your Skills?

Read along and sing for this fun interactive storytime. We will read picture books, move our bodies, act out stories, and sing fun songs and silly rhymes to build our skills with words and language.

During the month of March, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric bookmark at our Fabric Bookmark Making Station.

Create your fabric bookmark to celebrate Read Across America.

Discover the magic of science and uncover the science behind the tricks! Participants will explore how famous illusions work—untangling Houdini’s chains and discovering how mirrors and optics can make objects seem to disappear.

Kids K through 8th: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

Are you a student in Kinder through 8th grade? Join us for a different daily craft March 30, April 1, and April 2. While supplies last. 

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

Join us to get help from awesome volunteer, to boost your study skills in a fun, friendly, and stress-free space.

The Teen IDEA Lab is a space to be used for creative projects that require specialized equipment and software.

Featuring a music studio, Makerspace, and iMac workstations and so much more!

Join us on the last Monday each month for Teen Trivia.  This program includes trivia games, food, and cash prizes!!! Sponsored by the City of San Diego Parks and Recreation Dept and the Friends of the City Heights Library..

Attention Tweens and Teens!!!

We are excited to offer 3D Printing in person! Stop by the La Jolla/Riford Library's IDEA Lab during open lab hours with your .STL file and staff will be happy to assist you.

Kids can enjoy being creative by building with LEGO blocks and DUPLO bricks. It's a great opportunity for exploring with new ideas, as well as sharing concepts and strategies with other attendees.

The Teen Game Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch and PS5. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Fortnite, Madden, NBA 2K and more.