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Join us weekly for 30 minutes for songs, stories, and sign language followed by 30 minutes of free play and snacks.

This is a free program for parents and their babies/toddlers. 

A 45-minute Storytime for young children including books and music with the addition of American Sign Language signs with Jennifer Duncan from Signs at Play.

Join us for a fun performance from Ruth and Emilia! Show synopsis from Ruth and Emilia's website: "When a shiny spaceship lands in Emilia's backyard, she meets URR, from planet Goopda, who has traveled here to promote universal peace.

We invite you to join our Baby Dance Party, singing and dancing along with Ms. Andrea from Dance to Evolve! 

We will have songs, movement and tons of fun for your babies to dance, play, and interact! 

Join us for Superstar Sensations in a world of rhythm and glitter! Dancers will embark on an adventure, exploring their inner popstars and shining bright. Get ready for high-energy and creative expression.

The San Diego Futures Foundation is hosting FREE in-person classes for people of all skill levels.  

Smartphone Basics / Smartphone básico

Would you like to learn to knit, crochet, do needlework or just spend time with other creators?

Bring your current project to work on, or if new to the hobbies, we'll help you get going!

Details TBA

All young children and their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs and rhymes. Held outdoors on the grass, bring a blanket or chair.  No Registration required. We hope to see you there!

Join Ms. Joyce for storytime on the outer space alphabet rug inside of the library. We will read stories for kids ages 3-7, sing songs, shake our shakers , and have fun!

Ralph’s World is the mega-fun music show where kids rock and dance to their delight. Ralph engages his young fans with activity songs, story songs, dancing songs, and a healthy dose of pure silliness.

Join Us for low-impact yoga instruction with stretching and breathing techniques. No mats required.

Join Healthy Adventures and learn how to make delicious and healthy meals with ingredients you have on hand.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Friday is movie day!  Movie starts at 11:00!  Family-friendly movies will be played in our Discovery Corner, along with quiet activities for those who want/need some additional stimulation. 

San Diego Public Library is proud to celebrate the graduates of Juvenile Court and Community Schools East Region.  Hosted by Teen Center. 

Join Lois for chair yoga, gentle toning with weights and bands and balance work.   **Brought to you by the Friends of the Allied Gardens/Benjamin Branch Library**

Join us for singing and dancing Storytime with our exceptional performers. We read, sing, dance, and make friends!

A City Heights/Weingart Library 2024 Summer Reading Program! 

Join us for fun sensory crafts and activities such as sensory bins, puzzles and more! We aim to provide a sensory stimulating environment while supporting cognitive & motor skills development. Bi-weekly on Fridays!

Join us on the 2nd Friday of the month in June this summer for a music filled storytime including a simple craft activity! Perfect for the family and little ones of all ages, to sing-along and enjoy some great stories!  This month's them

Free summer lunch at the library! 12-1 PM in the Teen Center.

San Diego Public Library has partnered with the San Diego Unified School District to help end summer hunger.

This event will be held at the North Clairemont Recreation Center (4421 Bannock Ave, San Diego, CA 92117)

Lunch is Served: Board Games, Chess, and LEGOs

Free Summer Lunch at San Diego Public Library. Monday-Friday from 12-1 PM. Join us!
Lunch can only be served to youth ages 0-18. 

Join Ms Jennifer from signs at Play! for weekly sign language learning and fun!

Establish non-verbal communication skills with your little one by learning basic signs and to expand your signing vocabulary in this engaging storytime.

Have you ever wanted to go to the moon? Or how about even further...to Mars?

Fun Fridays

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: Free Lunch  for youth ages 0-18!

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Join our End of Summer Lunch Fun Friday with a Movie and Games.

Instructors are from Silver Age Yoga. Designed so that seniors can safely participate at their level of comfort. Every class utilizes chairs. 

Dive into the world of video games at the San Diego Public Library’s 2nd annual Game Jam! Learn the basics of game development and design, then collaborate in teams to build your own game using a combination of Godot, RenPy, and Scratch.

Come play American Mah Jongg - a game of skill, strategy, and luck!

Experienced and novice players welcome.

Instructor Carol Shapiro will be on hand to teach you.

Schedule your appointment with the San Diego Volunteer Lawyer program's experienced attorneys for cost-free legal consultations at sdvlp.org/small-business-legal-clinic-applicati

Enjoy a free screening of of a movie in the Community Room. Note that some films may not be suitable for all ages.

Free popcorn will be provided.

Join us at the Paradise Hills Branch Library every Friday for "Movie Hangout."   Watch family friendly movies where you can cool off from the summer's heat & lounge on cushioned mats.

CANCELED. Please join us 6/28. 

Science Club is for 3rd through 6th graders who are interested in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Mathematics). Each week kids engage in a new and fun hands-on/minds-on activity exploring a wide range of subjects.

Investigate the many ways of making sound and discover how it travels through different substances. Experiment with waves, explore vibrations, and make an imaginative musical instrument.

Geared to Grades K-5th.

Join us for an introductory sewing class where we will be making a lined denim bag made from old jeans!  Please note: there will be a limited number of sewing machines so participants are encouraged to bring their own.  

Southern California Ballet is partnering with the Rancho Bernardo Branch Library for “Dancing Through the Pages,” a program that allows children to explore movement and dance through storytelling!

Free performances of plays and stories created by our neighbors at Father Joe's Villages, including a performance titled Library Lost and Found inspired by the Central Library.