This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
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Creative Mornings San Diego

8:30am - 10:30am
Emerging Adults, Adults
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Shiley Special Events Suite
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

CreativeMornings is a monthly breakfast lecture series for creative types (including entrepreneurs, developers & crafters). Each event is free of charge, and includes a 20 minute talk, plus coffee!

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

Babies & Books

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies/Toddlers
North Park Library
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Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type:
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Join us for simple stories, fun songs, and plenty of time to play and explore with Early Learning toys. Best for ages 2 and under.  Stay for the bubbles at the end!

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

Babies and Books

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies/Toddlers
North University Community Library
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Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Children's Story Theater - North University
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type:
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This lap-sit storytime encourages bonding and introduces a love for books by using song, movement, rhythm and rhyme.

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

Friday Morning Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Room: Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: , Literature
Event Details:

Come and join us for stories, songs and fun every Friday morning!

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

Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
San Carlos Library
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Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: , Literature
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime that fosters early literacy!  Features books, songs, action rhymes, and finger plays that invite participation.

Reservation

Community Chair Yoga

10:00am - 11:00am
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Description of Event
Chair Yoga promotes circulation, peace & relaxation.  Please wear comfortable clothes. This class is organized by members of the community. A donation for the instructor is requested.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Conversation Cafe

10:00am - 11:00am
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:
Event Details:

Practice your English skills in a friendly, informal setting. Adults of all levels are welcome to join the conversation!

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

Easy eBooks

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Older Adults
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
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Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Circulation Desk - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type:
Event Details:

Bring your device to the Circulation Desk, and staff members will show you how to download SDPL's free eBooks and eAudiobooks. 

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

PRESCHOOL STORTYIME

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Preschoolers are invited to listen to stories and sing songs

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

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Emily Brightwood Children's Area - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

Children are invited to a fun storytime with books, singing, and puppets. The first storytime of the month is usually bilingual (Spanish/English).

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Preschool Storytime with Mr. Luan

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: Literature
Event Details:

Join Mr. Luan as he takes you on an energetic and humorous storytime ride! Songs will be sung, character voices will be many! In this program, the stories really do come to life! Oh, yeah: we do a little dancing too!

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

SIGNS AT PLAY...SIGNING STORYTIME

10:30am - 11:15am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Ocean Beach Library
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Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement,
Event Details:

· Find out what’s going on in your baby’s mind by teaching him/her to sign.

· Strengthen your bond with baby.

· Lessen frustration brought on by miscommunication by giving baby a way to tell you what he/she wants.

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

Drop in and Play @ the Library

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Balboa Library
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Library Branch: Balboa Library
Room: Children's Area - Balboa
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Come and play in a relaxed and informal setting at the library while getting to know other families in the community.

Birth - 5 y/o

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

Homeschool Hangout Play

10:30am - 11:30am
Elementary School Age
Paradise Hills Library
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Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us during the summer for Homeschool Play.

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

Miss Fran's Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Clairemont Library
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Library Branch: Clairemont Library
Room: Children's Area - Clairemont
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Miss Fran presents stories and songs for little ones.

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

Baby and Toddler Story Time

11:00am - 12:00pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
City Heights/Weingart Library
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Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Children's Area - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

Make new friends, hear a story and spend quality time with the baby or toddler in your life at the library!

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

Computer Help Lab

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Older Adults
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type:
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Join us every Friday inside the computer lab for help with general questions on computers and their programs.

No advance sign up in required!

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

Fitness Fun

11:15am - 12:15pm
Adults, Older Adults
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
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Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Room: Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

Have a fun, varied workout using a mixture of light aerobics including dance steps, chair aerobics, toning with weights and bands, standing leg exercises, balance work, and cool-down stretches.

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

Fitness Fun

11:15am - 12:15pm
Adults, Older Adults
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
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Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Room: Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

Have a fun, varied workout using a mixture of light aerobics including dance steps, chair aerobics, toning with weights and bands, standing leg exercises, balance work, and cool-down stretches.

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

Community Yoga

12:45pm - 1:45pm
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: Wellness
Event Details:

We’ve brought the yoga studio to our community!

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

Metro Career Workshop: Finding Hidden Jobs

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Room: Metro Career Workshop: Finding Hidden Jobs
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Career & College
Event Details:

This Workshop shows you the best search strategies for tapping into the hidden job market.

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

Baby Storytime

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Babies/Toddlers
Oak Park Library
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Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Room: Main Area - Oak Park
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type:
Event Details:

A loosely structured baby-led program of play, music, stories, and songs to encourage your baby’s growth and discovery of the world around them! Welcome to babies 0-2 years & their caregivers.

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

Author: Patricia Benke

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Older Adults
San Carlos Library
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Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

Author, Patricia Benke, will discuss her book, Qudeen the Magnificent -- twelve compelling stories of young girls in conflict with their Arabic culture and the world around them.

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 Talk: Change Your Approach and Play Winning Chess

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Central Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Lobby - Central
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Featured
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Tired of losing in chess?  Do you aspire to improve your game but don't know how to?

Mark Brooks, an elite level player, will show you how to get past the hurdles and start playing winning chess.

Kitchen Science

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Mira Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Event Details:

Learn the science behind the foods you eat in these fun hands-on workshops. Spaces are limited; Registration required. For grades 2nd through 6th

 

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.

Downtown Chess

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Lobby - Central
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, , Wellness
Event Details:

Are you the next Judith Polgar? Do you have what it takes to dethrone Magnus Carlsen? Come and join us every Friday and be part of the biggest casual chess club in San Diego.

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

Tech Friday

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Older Adults
Clairemont Library
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Library Branch: Clairemont Library
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type:
Event Details:

If you have tech questions about your phone, tablet or laptop, bring them in and talk to our expert. This informal learning session will help you get the most from your devices.

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.

Arts and Crafts for preK – 6th Graders

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle 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, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art,
Event Details:

Drawing, painting, crafting, creating...whatever the project, we'll be having fun expressing ourselves and inventing new creations! For preK - 6 graders. Some project have small pieces so parental supervision is recommended!

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.

Chess Club

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Children's Wavy Tables - Rancho Penasquitos
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type:
Event Details:

All levels of experience are welcome. All ages, children and adults!

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

Kids Meet-up

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Join us for various family fun activities, such as Wii, LEGOs, and a variety of classic board and playground games.  For families and children ages 5-12.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Family Movie Afternoon

3:30pm - 5:30pm
All Ages
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

Enjoy free movies and popcorn!  Bring  picnic or snackes and enjoy a famliy movie afternoon at the Library! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friday Family Flick

3:30pm - 5:30pm
All Ages
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Gracia Molina de Pick & Richard Allen Pick Centro Cultural
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:

Come and join us for a family friendly film every friday. 

This week we will be showing "TBD"

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

MOVIE @ YOUR LIBRARY

3:30pm - 5:30pm
All Ages
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for a different (family friendly) movie every Friday.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Drop-In eCollection Support

4:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages
North Park Library
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Library Branch: North Park Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type:
Event Details:

Bring your eReader and receive support and guidance on how to use the library's eCollection. Assistance provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

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.

Lego Time

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Linda Vista Library
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type:
Event Details:

Kids: build, build, BUILD to your heart's content! Our LEGOS can't wait to meet you! Skyscrapers, automobiles, airplanes, spaceships: create these and more! Learn basic building science while having loads of fun!

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

Coding Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Middle School Age, Teens
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type:
Event Details:

Learn basic coding in Java and Python.

Students must bring their own Windows or Mac laptop.

Ages 10 years through 12th grade are welcome.

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.

Paws to Read

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Children's Area - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: , Literature
Event Details:

Children are invited to read to certified therapy dogs to build reading confidence.

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

San Diego Inklings Monthly Writers' Group Meeting

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Mary Hollis Clark Conference Center
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

Back in its regular time slot and venue, San Diego Inklings will discuss booth information and more for the following day's 1st Annual San Diego Festival of Books.  We will also have Gina D'Amore as our keynote speaker in preparation for

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.

SILA and the Gatekeepers of the Arctic: Film Screening & Talk

7:30pm - 9:00pm
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Neil Morgan Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type:
Event Details:

The documentary explores the Greenlandic concept of Sila, a multifaceted term that encompasses weather, consciousness and the universe.