Day Calendar

Marvelous Maker Mondays 11:30-12:00:  Get creative with weekly crafts for the whole family, many that are aligned with the "Read, Renew, Repeat" theme of our Summer Reading Program.

Tai Chi Moving for Better Balance (Tai Ji Quan) has been shown to improve balance and mobility and reduce the risk of falls.  People of all ability levels are welcome.  This class can be conducted from a seated or standing position.&nbsp

Looking for a cool space to get away from the summer heat?

Do you love competitive board game classics like Jenga, Dominoes, Uno, Monopoly, or maybe relaxing by working on a jigsaw puzzle? Drop by the Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab with your friends this summer from June to August and play!

Every Monday, join us for a friendly game of bridge. All adults are invited to participate using Party Bridge rules. Beginners welcome! Instructions will be provided.

This entertaining and educational Signing Story Time with Jennifer Duncan is infused with joy and American Sign Language signs.

Mondays are for gaming and crocheting! We call it miscellaneous for a reason :)

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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.

Lunch is Served: Movie Monday -- The Lego Movie

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. 

Each week we'll develop early literacy skills by:

• Using Our Imagination

• Learning a New Letter 

• Reading Stories

• Making Friends

We are hosting free and private 30 minute memory screening appointments led by Sharp Neurocognitive Research Center. Annual memory testing is highly recommended for adults ages 50 or older, or even earlier if you're experiencing memory p

Interested in becoming a Friend to the Otay Mesa-Nestor Branch Library?  Come join us in our monthly meeting.

Sew a bucket hat to wear this summer!

All sewing levels welcome! New to sewing?  No problem!

Renewed Mondays

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

Sharon Katz, founder of The Peace Train Project and Band, will direct a summer camp at Central Library on Monday June 17th; Tuesday June 18th, Thursday June 20th; Friday June 21st and Saturday June 22nd from 1.00pm-3.00pm.

This club for adult readers who love art will discuss a popular book related to art. Check out a copy of The Fortunate Ones at the branch while supplies last.

Mindful meditation can help lower heart rate, respiration, blood pressure, and stress.  Instructors from the Healthy Adventures Foundation will lead participants in meditative breathing, a contract/relax exercise, and guided imagery.  At

Join us for our Movie Program for a screening of: Crazy Rich Asians (2018) on June 17th, at 2PM. 

Directed by Jon M. Chu. PG-13, 2 hrs.

We supply the Legos, you provide the creativity!  Children ages 6-12 are invited to unleash their imaginations and build!  This program will meet on the first and third Monday of each month. 

Don't stop learning this summer!  Stop by any of our Homework Centers to hone your skills.  We've got games' learning activities, and more fun ways to learn.

Don't stop learning this summer!  Stop by any of our Homework Centers to hone your skills.  We've got games, learning activities, and more fun ways to learn.

Don't stop learning this summer!

Stop by any of our Homework Center to hone your skills.

Join Ms Mei as she presents stories and songs and crafts in Mandarin.  

All ages are welcome.

Wielding magic and humor, the Amazing Dana will captivate the audience while promoting the Summer Reading Program's crucial themes of conservation, sustainability, and recycling! 

Don't stop learning this summer!

Stop by any of our Homework Center to hone your skills.

Don't stop learning this summer!  Stop by any of our Homework Centers to hone your skills.  We've got games' learning activities, and more fun ways to learn.

Don't stop learning this summer!

Stop by any of our Homework Center to hone your skills.

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 every Monday for LEGO Power Hour! Build your own creations to display in our library.  Program will take place in our study rooms 3 and 4. 

Do you want to write but fear your writing isn't good enough?

Come and sing with us at the Teen Center! Clean songs only. There will be no judgment and we’re all here to have a blast! Ages 12-18. 

In Les Misérables, Jean Valjean proudly proclaims his prisoner number: 24601.  Since this is 2024 in June and we think this musical is #1 (24-6-01), we are showing two adaptations of this epic 1862 novel by Victor Hugo. 

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.

Are you or someone you know looking for a job? Then mark your calendar and be sure to attend this informative session where you'll learn all about available city jobs and the application process.

Do you want to write but fear your writing isn't good enough? Come write your worst to find your best at our throw away poem workshop where you'll learn more about the writing process and find a community of writers like you.

Children ages 7-17 are invited to learn how to design their own objects in 3D with help from a 3D design expert!

Limit 15.  Registration required.

Learn and practice meditation, improve harmony at home and at work, and build your wisdom and inner peace.  This secular and modern approach to traditional Buddhist teachings is led by Ashley Davis, co-founder of The Center for Harmonious Liv

Come join us with your little ones at the Mountain View/Beckwourth Branch Library in the children’s area for pajama storytime.

Explore New Worlds! Embark on Epic Adventures!

Have you ever wanted to play role-playing games like Dungeons and Dragons, but didn't know where to start? 

LIVE MUSIC NIGHT with The Mercedes Moore Band!

Back to the Future III

Monday, June 17th, 2024 @ 6 pm

Learn to edit Wikipedia pages and contribute to making knowledge more accessible!

Join us for pajama storytime with...sign language basics to foster early literacy skills.

This program is offered inside in our Community Room, and no registration is required.

Come join us for pajama storytime at the Balboa Branch Library. Enjoy fun stories and songs. Kids can come dressed in their pajamas.

In honor of this year's "Read, Renew, Repeat" Summer Reading Program theme, we'll be making upcycled book gardens at Crafts for Grown Ups!

Come build your creations while making new friends!  All Legos will be supplied by the North University Community Branch Library.  Your creation may even be featured in our display case!

Details coming soon...

** This program is strictly for adults ages 18 and older. Due to the nature of tools and materials used, only adults may attend. Pre-registration is required. **

Put on your pajamas, grab your favorite stuffed animal and head to the library for storytime.

Do you want to write but fear your writing isn't good enough? Come write your worst to find your best at our throw away poem workshop where you'll learn more about the writing process and find a community of writers like you.

Put on your favorite PJs and join Ms. Carrie in the Community Room Monday evenings for a pajama storytime.

Pajamas are encouraged, but not required. No sign up required.

Join us for an incredible night of Jazz, Soul, and Latin music featuring the talented composer/pianist/singer, Hugo Anché and his terrific ensemble of musicians!