The North San Diego Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted by MiraCosta College and funded in part by the Small Business Administration will provide free one-on-one consulting for small business owners.

Qi Gong (Chi Gong) is a simple preventative health method of relaxing and harmonizing the body. These gentle exercises are suitable for any age and health condition.

The class is currently full. However, you can sign up for the waiting list with the instructor. The free ESL class focuses on conversation at the intermediate level. Limit 25. The term runs from 8/24/17—12/14/17.

Class taught by Nanci Schindler from San Diego Community College District. All levels of Skill welcome. There is a “shared food cost” fee of $100.

Slightly Spooky morning events for Pre-schoolers:

9:45 - 10:15am: Special Slightly Spooky Preschool Storytime, led by professional storyteller, Marilyn McPhie. Costumes are welcome!

Please join us with your young ones for Preschool Storytime on Thursdays at 9:45 a.m.

Songs, stories, movement, and fun!

We bring the stories to life by involving the children on many levels.  There are thematic props, songs and games which allows the children to have as much fun as possible.  Your children will have a wonderful experience and want to keep

Come dance with Cowboy Bob as he introduces music and instruments in a show appropriate for all ages.

Storytime with music, finger plays, rhymes, and more.

Bring in your eReader, tablet or smartphone and our staff will guide you in downloading SDPL's free eBooks and eAudiobooks.  Every Thursday.

Please join us with your young ones for Preschool Storytime & Craft!

Join Ms. Haley for fun stories, songs, and a special craft!

This event takes place every Thursday, excluding the 3rd Thursday of each month.

Miss Jennifer enhances well-loved children's stories with signing, followed by singing and bubbles!

Babies-5y/o

Improve your balance and mobility with slow, controlled movement.

Art Therapy class focuses on the use of art as a creative and therapeutic process, using a variety of media to promote self-expression.

Bring your genealogy questions to Kathy and she can help you get started!

A 6-week program to learn tips and tricks for meal planning, gain tools to control blood sugar, and set goals and solve problems to make positive changes.

Drop in, free tutoring for adults with internet questions.

Meet Library Volunteer, Alvan, at the public computers closest to the Circulation Desk.

Costume Parade in the library for pre-schoolers with candy/surprise stations!

Slightly Spooky morning events for Pre-schoolers:

Start your day with stories and songs at the Paradise Hills Branch Library.  Babies, toddlers, and big kids welcome.

Learn a new way to communicate with your child!

Join Youth Services Librarian Mr. Mark on a Thursday morning in the children's story time area.

Baby-Toddler Yoga Storytime is filled with stories, practice of animal yoga poses, songs, relaxing, and breathing techniques while promoting literacy, self-awareness, social relations and communication for children.

All young children and their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs and rhymes. We hope to see you there!

Fun toddler stories along with play time afterwards!

Join Miss Alex for a fun hour of songs and stories! Geared toward children ages 0-5. Children under 8 must have their parent's participation.

Join us for a slightly spooky story time to celebrate Halloween.

Costumes are encouraged!

We will trick-or-treat around the library afterward and show off our costumes.

Preschoolers are invited to a story time, then a fun craft right afterwards!

Join us for Preschool Storytime for Kids; stories, crafts, finger plays and songs.

Preschoo Story time

10:30 am - Thursdays

(except 3rd Thurs. of the month)

Let's all get together and share delightful stories from books, sing songs, and dance with movement too.

Join us for a special storytime in your costumes! We'll enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and fun... all dressed-up! Play time and a pumpkin craft to follow our storytime.

A presentation of Japanese style storytelling called Kamishibai, which combines the use of hand drawn visuals with the engaging narration of a live presenter. A delightful and fun story time for children.

Stop by to make a fun, Spooktacular craft - for pre-schoolers and their parent/caregiver.

Slightly Spooky morning events for Pre-schoolers:

Join us for arts and crafts in the Children's Art area. Open to all preschoolers.

Hey Preschoolers!  We have a craft program just for you!  A different project will be featured each session.  All supplies will be provided and no reservations are required to attend this program.  Children ages 8 and under mus

Movement for all ages!  Learn balance & strengthening exercises, then practice Form 24. 

Learn how to set up and use your Facebook account to connect with friends and family.  Limit 15. Register below.

Chair yoga is a general term for practices that modify yoga poses so that they can be done while seated in a chair. The chair helps eliminate strain on your joints while increasing stability & balance.

Join us every Thursday for a fun filled family craft hour.  Weekly projects inspired by books, holidays, songs and seasons.  Connect with your family and friends through hands on creativity and take home projects.

Ready to fire up your writing, jump start a novel, or just keep the ideas flowing? Join the San Diego Writers, Ink for a weekly drop-in writing group.

Relaxation for your mind!

Coloring Benefits: Stress reduction, calms the mind, inspires focus, connects with your inner child.

Bring your projects and visit with fellow stitchers! All levels are welcome and instruction is available.

Explore and discuss novels, short stories and true crime books. This Continuing Education class also occasionally features guest speakers from the ranks of law enforcement and crime writing. Thursdays from 1:00 to 3:00.

(Hands On) Navigate the best labor market information websites to find out what’s hot and what’s not; jobs that match your specific skill set, building employer lists, résumé and interview tips, and much more.

If you think you have a story to tell or a unique perspective to share with others then we invite you to be part of a writer's group. Participate in writing exercises designed to help you call forth your talents.

Learn to play chess for the first time or practice your latest strategies with other players. All skill levels are welcome.

Located in the Teen area, downstairs.

Whether you are a seasoned player that wants play competitively, or a curious beginner that wants to learn how to play, we welcome you to the Carmel Valley Mah Jong Club. Adult players only. Bring your own Mah Jong tiles, if possible!

A reading enrichment for students entering Grades 1-5.  An adult or high school volunteer will tutor the student on the following:  Letter identification, Pronunciation/understanding of individual words, Practice reading aloud, identifyi

Join us for an hour of fun , hanging out and relaxing with friends.  Take a break from school and homework and enjoy playing video games, board games, eating snacks, and other activities.

Thursdays are game days at the Clairemont Library! Play board games like: Candyland · Chutes & Ladders · Battleship · Monopoly · Yahtzee · Sorry · Jigsaw puzzles and more!

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly tutors will provide assistance!  They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readin

Homework centers are open free of charge for students in need of homework help. No pre registration is required.

Free for students and their families in need of homework help.

K through 8.

No registration required.

Homework help is free to students & their families. Pre-registration is not required.

The Homework Center is open:

·  Monday & Thursday: 3-6 PM

·  Tuesday & Wednesday: 3-7 PM

Homework help is free to students & their  families.  Pre-registration is not required.

If you're in grades K-8 and you need help with your homework, stop by and let one of our tutors help you out.

A reading enrichment for students entering Grades 1-5.  An adult or high school volunteer will tutor the student on the following:  Letter identification, Pronunciation/understanding of individual words, Practice reading aloud, identifyi

Different project each week.

Make and take home a clever creation.  Materials and instructions provided.  For families and children ages 4-12.

Get creative with Legos!

All ages welcome: Duplo blocks available for younger builders.

Do you like anime? Brand new to it all? Been watching for a while but need suggestions?

Violin

A reading enrichment for students entering Grades 1-5.  An adult or high school volunteer will tutor the student on the following:  Letter identification, Pronunciation/understanding of individual words, Practice reading aloud, identifyi

In partnership with Southwestern College, the second of three levels to learn English for academic and everyday purposes. Continues activities at a novice-mid level, encouraging independent learning.

Join us again as we celebrate Halloween! We’ll have free refreshments, games, songs, and a story time with Story teller Marilyn McPhie.

Join us at Clairemont for crafts and fun! Volunteer Rod leads weekly craft projects that are new and different every time! Fun crafts for the whole family - anything from pencil toppers to bookmarks to decorations. All ages are welcome.

Arts and Crafts for kids.

Play Time may include family friendly Nintendo Wii video games, rainbow bracelets, and board games. Join us for some afternoon fun - play games and create crafts. Ages 5 & up.

Drop in and create art together!

Homework help in all elementary school subjects.

Volunteer led homework help for students in grades K-12. 

Focus on social development,

problem solving, and emotional literacy skills.    

A reading enrichment for students entering Grades 1-5.  An adult or high school volunteer will tutor the student on the following:  Letter identification, Pronunciation/understanding of individual words, Practice reading aloud, identifyi

Join the Spooktacular Fun of a Costume Parade with candy/surprise stations! Grades K-6.

Slightly Spooky morning events for Pre-schoolers:

Stop by to make a fun, slightly spooky, Halloween craft!

Slightly Spooky morning events for Pre-schoolers:

A reading enrichment for students entering Grades 1-5.  An adult or high school volunteer will tutor the student on the following:  Letter identification, Pronunciation/understanding of individual words, Practice reading aloud, identifyi

"Meet the Tutors! The Roadmap to College" event by Princeton Review

Join Professor Jody Blanco of UCSD’s Literature Dept for a discussion of "My Family's Slave", an essay biography by the Pulitzer Prize–winning Filipino American

Carmel Valley Community Planning Board meets on the fourth Thursday of the month (note: new date as of July 2010) at the Carmel Valley Library. For the Agenda and Subcommittee Meetings, see the Planning Board page (http://cvsd.com/planning.html).