This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Cover to Cover Reading Program

9:00am - 8:00pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

Beginning October 7th, all San Diego Library branches will participate in the annual In-N-Out Burger "Cover to Cover Club" Reading Program for children ages 4 to 12, from Oct 7 - Nov 18.

This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

SRCA 50+ -Sharp Healthcare Rob

9:30am - 3:00pm
Older Adults
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Seminar Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement,
Event Details:

Details TBA

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Baby Dance Party with Dance to Evolve!

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
North Park Library
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Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

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! 

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.

Signing Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies/Toddlers
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: , Literature
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.

Baby Sign & Play

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies/Toddlers
City Heights/Weingart Library
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Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Community Room - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Community Engagement,
Event Details:

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. 

 

 

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Daytime Book Club

10:00am - 11:30am
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

The Daytime Book Club meets monthly to discuss the selected title - interesting and fun conversations ensue!

New members and guests are always welcome!

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

How to Work a Computer--Open Office Hours

10:00am - 1:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Multi-Media Room
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type:
Event Details:

Need help with your smart phone, tablet, or laptop?  These Open Office Hour sessions will help you get going!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Tech Help Classes / Horario de Clases

10:00am - 1:00pm
Adults, Older Adults
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
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Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Seminar Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: , En Español
Event Details:

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

This month, come and learn All About Apps

 

This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Aging Successfully Lectures

10:00am - 3:00pm
Older Adults
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement,
Event Details:

Details TBA

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Preschool Storytime with Mr. Luan (IN-PERSON)

10:30am - 11:15am
Preschoolers
Linda Vista Library
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Literature, Performing Arts
Event Details:

These Storytimes, good for kids ages 4 to 6, are fun, kinetic, and humorous experiences!  I make it a point not just to read books, but to perform them as well!

San Diego Civic Youth Ballet Class for Homeschoolers Ages 4-6

10:30am - 11:15am
Mission Valley Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Valley
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

This demo ballet class is tailored specifically for young homeschoolers ages 4-6.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Bilingual Storytime at Skyline Hills Library: Tagalog Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Skyline Hills Library
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Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Children's Nook - Skyline Hills
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Celebration Month, Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, , Literature
Event Details:

Celebrate Filipino American History month with us! Come and enjoy learning about Filipino American History by participating in our Storytime. 

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.

Free Play Fridays

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies/Toddlers
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
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Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type:
Event Details:

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!

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Diverse Research Now Safe Space Meeting

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Seminar Room (A-B) - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Description of Event

Private meeting with program participant.

This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Silver Age Yoga

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Older Adults
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Picture This: The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)

1:00pm - 2:15pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
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Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Films
Event Details:

Come enjoy not-too-spooky films on the PB Library's big screen during October.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Body Dynamics, by San Diego Continuing Education

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults, Older Adults
Mission Valley Library
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Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

This class provides students with an understanding of the Breath-Mind-Body dynamic and its relationship to health and wellness during the aging process.  Students learn breathing techniques for self-care, mental resilience, and physical relax

Reservation

Pastor

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Performing Arts Center & Multi-Purpose Room
Description of Event

Need more time on original request of 10/27 2:30-5:30....need time to set-up and break down!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Storytime for Adults with ASD

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Adults
Program Type:
Event Details:

Join us for a special structured adult storytime with sensory materials and an art activity in partnership with Casa de Mosaic. Each Friday will have a specific theme.

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Art Therapy presented by SWC

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
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Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Community Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art,
Event Details:

Focuses on the use of art as a creative expression and a therapeutic process.  Utilizes a variety of art media to promote self-expression, to develop coping skills, and to mediate emotional and physical challenges and limitations. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Dogtober Costume Parade

2:30pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
Ocean Beach Library
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Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Celebration Month
Event Details:

Wear your Halloween costume to the library and bring your dog too! Don't have a dog? Don't worry!

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President

2:30pm - 5:30pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Performing Arts Center & Multi-Purpose Room
Description of Event

Meeting

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Silent Reading Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Homework Center
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

📚 Join Our Silent Reading Club - Enjoy Books, Tea, & Pastries! ☕📖

 

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Lego Builders' Club

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Mira Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Community Room - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Lego Builders' Club returns to Mira Mesa!  What will you build today? Join us every Friday in the Community Room from 3:00-5:00. We provide the Legos you bring the creativity.  Free.  No registration required. 

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

3:00pm - 6:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Union Bank Homework Center (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Featured, , Homework Help
Event Details:

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

Spooktacular Storytime!

3:30pm - 4:30pm
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, , Literature
Event Details:

Join staff for an interactive Spooky Storytime featuring ghoulie stories, monster dancing, and scary fun crafts!

We will have live music, face painting, and a spooky costume contest!

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Chess Club

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement,
Event Details:

If you don't know how to play chess, you can learn at Chess Club! 

All levels of Chess experience are welcome - beginners to advanced. Learn to play better!

All ages, children and adults are welcome.

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

The Fabelmans - Free Movies and Popcorn

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Films
Event Details:

Growing up in post-World War II era Arizona, young Sammy Fabelman aspires to become a filmmaker as he reaches adolescence, but soon discovers a shattering family secret and explores how the power of films can help him see the truth. PG-13, 2hr.

This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

KPop Club

3:45pm - 5:45pm
Middle School Age, Teens
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teen Center- Game Room (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Come listen to the latest releases, talk about the latest news, and more!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Dancing Through the Pages

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preschoolers
Rancho Bernardo Library
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Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Preschoolers
Event Details:

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!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Arts & Crafts

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Come the library for Arts and crafts for children 5 and up.  No registration needed and materials are provided.

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Candle Making with Ash (Fall Edition)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Room: Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

We will be creating small 4 oz candles scented with Apple Cinnamon for the fall time.

All supplies will be included. Star anise, cinnamon sticks & cloves will be provided for decorating.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Movie Hangout: Hocus Pocus 2

4:00pm - 5:30pm
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Paradise Hills Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Featured, Cultural Appreciation, Films
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Beat the cold and hangout at the Paradise Hills Branch Library every Friday for "Movie Hangout."   Enjoy family friendly movies with yummy snacks where you can sit on cushioned mats with pillows inside an air-conditioned room. 

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Basic Computer Help

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Emerging Adults, Older Adults
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Older Adults
Program Type:
Event Details:

Basic computer help: MS Office, eBooks, Internet searching, some resume tips & tricks, printing and copying. 

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Rocket Science

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Elementary School Age
City Heights/Weingart Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Community Room - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Get ready to explore current rocket science and rocket design. The class will culminate in the creation and launch of a testable paper rocket model. Earth-bound space exploration has never been so fun!

This is an in-person workshop.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Prince Prospero's Haunted Palace - IDEA Lab

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
City Heights Performance Annex
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Library Branch: City Heights Performance Annex
Room: IDEA Lab (City Heights/Weingart Library)
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Event Details:

Welcome to Prince Prospero’s Haunted Palace! Bring your costume, your treat bag and get ready for the most spine-chilling night of them all!

Chills N Thrills film series

6:00pm - 9:00pm
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Community Room - Logan Heights
Program Type: Featured, Films
Event Details:

Join us every Friday evening in October for a scary movie night!  Costumes are encouraged and snacks will be provided.