Day Calendar

Free, non-credit, English as a Second Language Class for adults, presented by Palomar College:

(Hands On) The internet offers useful and effective means to employment.

An inclusive story time for ages 3-5 years, of all abilities, especially those with special needs.  Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and free play in a small group setting.  2nd, 3rd and 4th Wednesdays, 10:30- 11:00 a.m.

Join our Children’s Librarian Miss Luz for stories, songs, fingerplays, and lots of fun!  This Storytime is designed especially for children ages  2-4.   This program meets every Wednesday. 

Join us for a fun class full of games and creative movement.

Mission Valley's Veterans Connect at the Library Veterans Resource Center can be the connection vets need for help. Our skilled volunteers can help veterans with finding employment, accessing health benefits, buying a home, and other needs.

Listen to simple books, do lap rhymes, finger rhymes and sing songs. Then play with fun educational toys while your grownups chat. For babies and toddlers and their caregivers.

Dr. Sanchez is available to answer business development questions, review resources, and more. Please call the library to make an appointment.

Little ones are able to make noise, play, and meet new friends. This is a loosely structured, baby-led program of play, music, bubbles, songs and more. For babies and toddlers 0-2 years.

Are you looking to expand your technology skills? Do you need guidance in how best to use your tablet or phone? Would you like support setting up email or exploring library services?  We're here to help!

Fun poses for parents and kids with lots of movement and a story. Watch your child transform into a cat, monkey, dog, lion, and much more.

Looking to meet up and work with other knitting and crocheting enthusiasts?

Weekly projects are designed to introduce various art techniques and inspire creative process.

We’ve brought the yoga studio to our community!

Join the Friends of the Allied Gardens/Benjamin Branch Library and help make all of these programs possible!

 Instructors are from Silver Age Yoga.  Every class utilizes chairs but please bring your  own exercise mat if desired.  No reservations required.

A death café is a “gathering to eat cake, drink tea and discuss death,” according to founder, Jon Underwood of London in 2011. Its purpose is to increase our awareness of death to help us make the most of our (finite) life.

Early literacy lapsit storytime with music, fingerplays and books. Encourages language learning and cognitive development for young babies. Gives parents an opportunity to meet other parents while babies socialize and play.

Teen movie of the month: Guardians of the Galaxy.

The UC Book Club meets on the 4th Wednesday of every month to discuss popular and thought-provoking books. Contact the library for reading schedule.

Make a fun craft to take home! 

Join us for funny books, silly songs, and creative crafts!  A great opportunity for kids to learn and work together in a casual setting.  Every Wednesday.  Ages 4-9.

**New day and time**  Caregivers and children ages 2-8 are welcome to join us for a playful program that incorporates yoga, music, books and games!

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance!  They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi

Don’t wait to Communicate!  Open a window into your baby’s mind and personality with Baby Sign Language, and give your child a better way to commmunicate what she needs and wants.  

If you're in grades K-8 and you need help with your homework, stop by and let one of our tutors help you out.

Free for students and their families in need of homework help.

K through 8.

No registration required.

Gain basic skills on using a computer, surfing the internet printing web pages, and using email. Sign-up at the Information Desk or call the RB Library.

Silver Age Yoga is designed so that seniors can safely participate at their level of comfort. Bring a yoga mat and water, wear comfortable clothing, and be prepared to remove your shoes.

Homework help is free to students & their families. Pre-registration is not required.

Homework centers are open free of charge for students in need of homework help. No pre registration is required.

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 all have a story to tell! In honor of this year's Teen Read Week 'Unleash Your Story'  through your very own book trailer. 

Looking for a pleasant environment to do your homework? We have qualified homework coaches, study supplies, a friendly workspace, and a library of resources!

Dr. Sanchez is available to provide job searching assistance, resume reviews, and more. Please call the library to make an appointment.

Join our Lego Club every Wednesday with our very own lego expert, Ms. Victoria for cool projects and talking shop. Open to all ages but adult supervision needed for ages under 5.

In Seminar Room 4, downstairs.

Learn, play, and create with LEGOs! Children can build with LEGOs and display their creations in the library.

Paint high, paint low.  Paint often so that your heart's all aglow.  Join Ms. Ana as she helps guide you through a fun paint session!

Children and teens develop and nurture their creative talents in Anime/Manga Art.  No registration required.  Materials provided. 

Do you want to learn how to use our eCollection like a pro? Stop by during this walk-in service with your device and get guidance, tips and advice on how to navigate the eCollection.

Volunteer led homework help for students in grades K-12. 

Join Bedtime Math's Crazy 8s Club, where you'll build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess... it's a totally new kind of math club!

Challenge Island encourages creativity, critical thinking, and social skills while instilling a love of engineering.  Ages 8-12.  Registration required.  Call 619-527-3430 to sign up.  In today’s session, kids will learn about

Join us and be a part of the positive change that the Logan Heights Teen Advisory Group has been working hard towards since 2009. Group meets the second and fourth Wednesday of every month.

Artist Stacie Greene shows families how to use paper plates and aluminum foil as a mirror to create beautiful designs to make and take home.

See Shark Week from the perspective of local shark scientists and learn about the reality behind common shark myths. Plus, get a close up look at some preserved local species! Learn what roles sharks and their close relatives really fill.

In honor of Banned Book week (September 24th-30th) come decorate your own  a hide-a-way container disguised as a book.

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

Kids can have fun and get creative while building with LEGO.

Paws for Reading is a program that allows children to read aloud to a therapy dog in order to improve reading and communication skills.

English as a Second Language instruction for begiinning English learners.

Come and enjoy terrific stories and practice listening skills. We look forward to seeing you.

(Kindergarteners - 2nd Grade)

Robert Zelickman, clarinet * Päivikki Nykter, violin * Francesca Savage, viola * Cecilia Kim, cello

Will be performing music by Glière, Hindemith, Kodály and Crusell

Free course to deepen your knowledge and practice of meditation.

Learn how to play or come hone your skills against other players. All skill levels are welcome to join whether you are just beginning or a chess grandmaster. All ages welcome.

Fun crafts for children of all ages!

Celebrate Banned Books Week with this special book craft for kids and families! Not sure what a “Banned Book” is? Come and learn about how books get censored, pulled off shelves and banned from use.

Enjoy an evening of music with Ardor String Trio (violin, viola, and cello). Children 7 years and older are welcome to attend with their parent.

Aryn Rannazzisi leads a gentle paced class combining breath work and postures (asanas) to promote strength, flexibility and balance. This all-level class will include inversions, back bends and sun salutations.

For 7th to 12th graders. Teen book club is back from summer break and we’re looking for new members and new books! Join us Wednesday September 27th as we discuss hot new titles that we’d like to read over the next few months!

This is a collaboration between the San Diego Opera, Teatro Izcalli, and the La Maestra Foundation’s Center for Youth Advancement.

Promotes education and appreciation of culture and folklore through music, dance and traditional arts.

The Mystery Book Group will discuss a mystery novel. New members are always welcome to attend and participate! Please read the book beforehand. Books are available at the Circulation Desk while supplies last.

Join us for stories, songs and a craft the whole family can enjoy.

 Jill Williams has painted over 500 pet portraits. Come and enjoy seeing her work and learning more about dogs, cats and how to paint their portraits. What are the most popular dog breeds?

A full half hour of children’s music! Mr. Mark plays the guitar and leads the singing with new and traditional children’s songs. We supply the maracas and the lyrics. It is great fun, come join us!

A community meeting that provides information and acts as a forum for community problems. 

Children and their families are invited to join us for stories and songs on Wednesdays @ 6:30 p.m. Feel free to come dressed in your pajamas!

John Seaman of the Betty Ford Center in San Diego talks about codependency in families and how to end the cycle. He also discusses when and how to set up a successful intervention.