Day Calendar

Make a beautiful flower arrangement to take home! Classes are taught by master artist Jackie Zhang of the Ohara School of Ikebana.

Need help using the computer or navigating the internet?  We offer one-on-one assistance! 

Blow-out Book Sale!

Come and buy some books from the San Carlos Friends of the Library (SCFOL)!  We have hardbacks, paperbacks, books on CD, children’s books, and more!  Funds help the San Carlos Branch Library purchase books, programs, and equipment. 

Join our knitting circle for a fun and social knitting experience. Bring your knitting and share stories and knitting tips.

The Friends of the Tierrasanta Branch Library invites you to our monthly book sale! Find a gift for a loved one or treat yourself!

The sale takes place the first weekend of the month.

Friday: 11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Children will have an opportunity to roll up their sleeves and get creative every Saturday during the summer.  Materials will be provided for young artists to explore, create and let their imagination loose!  Saturdays, 10:00 am-2:00 pm

A variety of projects emphasizing creativity and individuality will be taught, as well as lessons on the masters and the techniques they used.

Please call 619-533-3974 to register.  Limited to 10 artists

This is a fun class and is open to all levels of knitters.

We can help you get started.

1st Saturday: How to set up an email account

2nd Saturday: How to navigate the internet

3rd Saturday: Basics of Microsoft Word

4th Saturdays: Your basic computer questions answered

Join the Zumba craze! Find out what makes this fun workout such a hit. A towel and bottled water are recommended for our Zumba sessions.

Popular children's musical act, Hullabaloo, performs tunes that get both kids and parents tapping their toes and clapping along.  For families and children ages 5-12.

Children can read aloud to trained and certified therapy dogs.  “Paws for Reading” is designed to help children improve their reading skills and confidence in reading out loud.  All therapy dogs are provided courtesy of Love on a Leash,

Join us every Saturday at 10:30 for button making. Bring your own printed or drawn image or use one of ours! We have 2 1/2” buttons. All ages welcome. Express yourself @ the Library!

The Start-Biz Club brings experienced business men and women together with young entrepreneurs.

Kids can improve their reading skills by reading aloud to a therapy dog.

Kids can develop their artistic skills while enjoying a fun craft time.

Improve literacy skills by reading alound to certified therapy dogs in a FUN and non-judgmental environment.

Come practice your reading or storytelling skills with Finnegan a certified therapy dog with San Diego Love on a Leash!

Let's get creative!  Color, paint, draw, and create a variety of fun and easy art and craft projects!  Now held every Saturday.

Gently used books for sale, first Saturday of the month. 

This yoga class is suitable for beginners but will offer modifications and variations that challenge advanced students.

Fun crafts for the whole family! Anything from various paper crafts to making slime! All ages welcome! Younger children may need assistance from parents.

Want to help the Linda Vista Library and the great community it serves?  The Friends of the Linda Vista Library could always use an additional helping hand!  Come to the Meeting and discover how you too can make a significant difference!

The Little Writers program is a non-profit program for creative writing that aims to communicate a wide variety of techniques to young writers.

Have you wanted to join a writing group but are busy on weekdays? Join our weekend writing group, Writer's Block! Grab a pen and a notebook and join us for an hour of writerly fun! Includes a prompt, time to write, and time to share.

Free course to deepen your knowledge and practice of meditation.

Open to all ages. Classic and typing scripts are taught.

Join us for a free DIY program.  Save money by making your own bag with a t-shirt.  Bring an unwanted t-shirt for you to turn into a bag!

Enjoy working on a new craft every week. Bring a friend or two and have fun.

Join us for a bilingual Chinese language storytime meant to introduce Chinese language, culture, and storytelling to young minds.

Learn how to download library eBooks to your eReader or computer. Quick tips & helpful hints to get the most out of your downloads. Bring your own eReader, tablet, or laptop.

Learn how to perform preventative maintenance and care to your bicycle with this hands-on instructional course presented by Hub & Spoke Cycleworks. 

Now is your chance to take the photos you've collected and create an attractive scrapbook out of them. We'll provide paper, cutting and stenciling tools, and basic supplies to create a two-page layout. You provide the pictures.

Kids make a Lego creation that will be displayed in the library. Be creative and have fun! No sign-up needed. Appropriate for ages 3 to 8 years.

Need help understanding how to use your tablet or mobile phone? Learn how to access SDPL’s digital content and other eResources.

Bring in your device for hands-on, one-on-one help to answer general questions about your device.

Next workshop: Saturday, July 15th from 3:00-5:00pm.