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.

December Booksale

Buy a bag of books for $5!*

(*does not include children’s books *limit 2 bags per person)

Tuesday, December 5: Friends of the Library members only

Preschool Storytime, led by professional storyteller, Marilyn McPhie.

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

Songs, stories, movement, and fun!

The "Great Dickens Trio" performs holiday songs from around the world.  Sing along and enjoy the spirit of the season. 

This Sing-A-Long program is geared toward children young and old.

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.

The Mission Hills Book Group will discuss this year’s One Book, One San Diego selection, The Sandcastle Girls by Chris Bohjalian. New members are always welcome to attend and participate! Please read the book beforehand.

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.

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.

Drop in, free tutoring for adults with internet questions.

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

Delightful program of music and movement for preschool age kids and their caregivers.

Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary-school age kids, this simple dance program will feature the Hokey Pokey, the Chicken Dance, and more. Families, it’s time to get your groove on!

Stories and songs introduce early literacy skills in young children.

The "Great Dickens Trio" performs holiday songs from around the world.  Sing along and enjoy the spirit of the season. 

This Sing-A-Long program is geared toward children young and old.

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

Join Monta Briant for a fun story time featuring songs, stories, and American Sign Language!

Class includes fun poses for parents and kids during yoga story time.  Watch your child transform into a cat, dog, lion, and more!

For our December Holiday performer we are delighted to present Joe Gandelman. Along with all of his friends, Mr. Gandelman will help us celebrate the 2017 Holiday Season!

Join us for Chinese songs, stories and playtime. For toddlers and preschool age children.  

Join Miss Teri for an engaging preschool storytime that promotes a love of reading and quality together time. Featuring stories, fun, and play!

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

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! Play time and bubbles to follow each storytime. This is a great opportunity for you and your little one to enjoy building their literacy, motor, and social skills.

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.

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

Join Jennifer Duncan as she leads a special sign language storytime! Using the excitement and fun of signing American Sign Language (ASL) to enhance the reading of well-loved children’s picture books.

Children (and parents) will enjoy simple stories, songs and community.

Explore the French language through song in this bilingual program.

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

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

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.

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

Open to fiber enthusiasts of all types.

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.

Meet with other beginning writers in a supportive environment—share your writing, positively critique others’ work and hear from guest writers. 

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.

Find out why coloring for adults is the latest & greatest way to de-stress. Come and spend an hour of stress relieving, mindful, and calm creative expression. Supplies are provided!

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!

We've Deck the Halls with Boughs of Holly, now it's time for Fun and Folly! Please join us for our Annual Ornament Party on December 7 at 2:30 p.m. It will be a special holiday-themed arts and crafts event!

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.

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

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

The Homework Center is open:

·  Monday & Thursday: 3-6 PM

·  Tuesday & Wednesday: 3-7 PM

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

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

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

We are sorry.  Due to library construction the Homework Center will be closed for the rest of this school year.  We will be back to assist students with all of their homework needs on Monday, August 27.  We apologize for the inconve

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

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

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

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

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.

Different project each week.

Get creative with Legos!

All ages welcome: Duplo blocks available for younger builders.

Parents and kids  can learn to make and take colorful jewelry, lanyards, and other useful objects using mini looms.  For families and children ages 7-12.

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.

Healthy Adventures Foundation’s Chef Greg will conduct a healthy cooking demonstration and hands-on class to encourage the consumption of more whole grains, fruits, and vegetables.

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.

Come down to the North Park Library for this year's fun gingerbread house event! 

We will provide all the tasty treats and supplies, you bring your imagination!

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!

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

Focus on social development,

problem solving, and emotional literacy skills.    

Stop by to make a fun craft!

Make a miniature fireplace and decorate it for the holidays!  Do you want to add a crackling fire, or a cat sleeping on the mantle?  You decide!  This craft is recommended for children ages 8 and up (younger children may participate