Day Calendar

Join us in an open world where dangers and wonders are as bountiful as you make it.

The Friends of the Library Book Sale is not only a great way to find some great books for low prices, but all of the profits go back to support the North Park Library by paying for programs, materials, and more!

Have any computer questions? Come see Mr Bob, he will be glad to help.

Need help with the computer?  Come in for one-on-one assistance.

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.

A variety of projects emphasizing creativity and individuality will be taught, as well as lessons on the masters and the techniques they used.  Limited to 10 artists.  To register please call 619-533-3974.

Bring in your baby or toddler for a storytime that will help children develop communication skills through storybooks and songs.

Stop and Swap: Seeds, Plants, and More!

Share your bounty! Bring your plants, plant cuttings, seeds, homegrown fruits and veggies, and cut flowers to swap with other local gardeners.

Kids! Come join the Painting Party!

Learn some basic painting techniques and create a different masterpiece at each session!

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.

Start your weekend with some weird, quirky, magical science!  Children will listen to a story and learn science concepts at the same time!  Hands-on activities center around science, technology, engineering, art or mathematics.

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.

Join Mr. Luan as he takes toddlers on an interactive storytime ride using felt boards, fingerplays, songs, maybe some puppets, and a lively book or two!

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.

Join us for LEGO® Robotics!

In this introductory robotics class, children will build and program robots using the LEGO® WeDo® system. They will learn basic programming skills and simple engineering concepts.

For youth ages 7-10

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

The many wonders of chocolate, from the biochemical effects on humans to how and why it changes state are probed in this Library NExT course.

Prácticas de meditación para disminuir la presión, el estrés y mejorar la salud total.

Sign language fun for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with Ms. Jennifer Duncan!

Come learn some simple signs and songs at this fun weekly event!

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

Every witch and wizard needs a wand, so come and make your own with a little help from our local wandmakers! We will be using hot glue, so it is recommended for ages 8-12. Materials are provided but prior registration is required online.

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!

Meet our new neighbors Caroline and Penelope! Caroline is a social worker and artist. Penelope is a wonderful orange monster who loves to play.

Join a Patent Attorney from Procopio, for FREE Patent and Trademark education.

Express yourself in art using watercolors, crayons, markers and paints

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.

Prácticas de meditación para disminuir la presión, el estrés y mejorar la salud total.

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

How a Tattered Old Book Changed My Life

Pauline Foster Teen Center will be hosting a TEEN Book to Movie Discussion Group on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month.

Come make a terrific craft at your library! (Kindergarten-4th grade)

Are you interested in learning how to use essential oils?  Come and learn the basics of essential oils. 

Have you heard about the board game revolution?

Join us and find out what it’s all about! Whether you’re already an avid board gamer or are looking to learn, all ages are welcome!

Desserts meet geology in this delicious scientific mash-up class! Learn about rocks and minerals while making yummy treats inspired by Earth’s inner layers (for instance, sugar crystals!).

Professional bicycle mechanics provide minor repair and basic maintenance assistance on a walk-up basis. Bring your bicycle and receive help with flats, cables adjustments, and other simple fixes. 

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

Kids make Lego creations. Be creative and have fun!

No sign-up needed. Appropriate for ages 3 to 8 years.

Need volunteer hours for school?  Join our Teen Council for a fun, community based volunteer program!

A spell has been cast to turn the Scripps Ranch Library into Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for the afternoon allowing wizards and muggles alike to come and take Hogwarts classes, no acceptance letter or prior registration required!

Need help understanding how to use your tablet or mobile phone? Bring in your device for hands-on, one-on-one help to answer general questions about your device. Learn how to access SDPL’s digital content and other eResources.

CANCELLED - Bio Lab Workshop.

Join the library and our partner, United States Karate Academy, for a fun session of kids' karate and self-defense. For ages 7-13.