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!
Friday Morning Storytime
Come and join us for stories, songs and fun every Friday morning!
Join us for a storytime that fosters early literacy! Features books, songs, action rhymes, and finger plays that invite participation.
Chair Yoga promotes circulation, peace, and relaxation. Please wear comfy clothes.
This program repeats on the 1st & 3rd Friday of each month.
Conversation Cafe
Practice your English skills in a friendly, informal setting. Adults of all levels are welcome to join the conversation!
Bring your device to the Circulation Desk, and staff members will show you how to download SDPL's free eBooks and eAudiobooks.
Animals slither, swim, jump, and fly in very interesting ways - join us and learn about how animals in the San Diego region move up, down, and around.
Can you use some help at home now the then? Elderhelp is to provide personalized services and information that help seniors remain independent and live with dignity in their own homes.
Preschoolers are invited to listen to stories and sing songs
Preschool Storytime
Children are invited to a fun storytime with books, singing, and puppets. The first storytime of the month is usually bilingual (Spanish/English).
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!
SIGNS AT PLAY...SIGNING STORYTIME
· 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.
Miss Fran presents stories and songs for little ones.
Story Time & Crafts with Miss Bari
Entertaining stories and fun crafts for children.
Join us for a fantastic time at the library with stories, rhymes, and music followed by playtime with terrific toys, puzzles and more.
Baby and Toddler Story Time
Make new friends, hear a story and spend quality time with the baby or toddler in your life at the library!
Join us every Friday inside the computer lab for help with general questions on computers and their programs.
No advance sign up in required!
San Diego Continuing Education Class- Writer's Workshop
Learn fundamental and advanced creative writing techniques. Offered by S.D. Continuing Ed
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.
We’ve brought the yoga studio to our community!
Enjoy all levels of Yoga with Rebecca:
*$5 donation
*Bring a yoga mat and water
*Wear comfortable clothing
*Be prepared to remove your shoes
Amazon.com 101 - A Digital Literacy Workshop for Older Adults (Sponsored by San Diego Futures Foundation)
Want to learn more about Amazon.com? In this workshop, we will cover the basics of buying on Amazon, the Amazon Prime subscription service, and more. Limit 15. Register below.
Downtown Chess - Herges Capital Holiday Blitz Tournament
Our very first ever tournament dedicated to unrated players and to those whose last USCF/FIDE official rating is over 5 years old. Space is limited. For more information and to sign up, please go to: www.facebook.com/downtownches
Improving Your Mindset with Meditation
Join Josette Diaz, RMT, Reiki Master and founder of Guidance to Wellness for guided meditation to help improve your mindset.
Learn to understand how you are in charge of your perspective and that you have the power to change it.
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.
Enjoy making different origami projects.
Join us for this fun winter workshop and learn how to sew! This workshop will cover the basic set up of a sewing machine and easy stitches to complete a holiday drawstring gift bag.
Space is limited to 6. Please register.
Hubs, Bluetooth, card readers ... it's Greek to me! Let's unravel the mysteries of cutting edge technology: scanners, flash-drives, portable hard drives, wireless technology and more.
Do Your Homework @ the Library
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
Wii B' Gamin' Xbox 360
All ages are welcome. A tournament is featured on each month with prizes for winners.
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.
Video Game Fridays
Wii gaming with your friends, get your game on!
Come join us for baking and gift making!
Arts & Crafts for Kids
Hands-on projects to inspire creativity! Led by high school students from The Bishops School.
This is a program for ages 6-12 and Legos are provided for building projects. No registration required and limit of 30 participants. Legos contain small objects and parent’s supervision is recommended.
Chess Club
All levels of experience are welcome. All ages, children and adults!
Friday Afternoon Movie
Come enjoy the afternoon at the Oak Park Library! Our Friday Afternoon Movies feature new and classic films - just call if you want to know what's playing next! Rated G-PG only.
The Santa Clause - PG -1994 - Fantasy/Drama - 1h 47m -Divorced dad Scott (Tim Allen) has custody of his son (Eric Lloyd) on Christmas Eve.
Join us for a lively discussion of Wonderstruck by Brian Selznick. Having lost his mother and his hearing in a short time, twelve-year-old Ben leaves his Minnesota home in 1977 to seek the father he never knew in Ne
Kids Meet Mandarin
Kids of all ages are invided to learn basic words, phrases in Mandarin.
Join us for fun crafts. Geared towards children, but all ages are welcome.
DIY: Bath Bombs
Learn to make a fizzy bath bomb! Perfect as a last minute holiday gift. For ages 10 & up. Supplies provided, but space is limited. Reserve your spot today!
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.
Friday Crafts
Explore a new craft each week!
(All ages welcome; younger children may need assistance from an adult.)
Lego Time
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!
Learn basic coding in Java and Python.
Students must bring their own Windows or Mac laptop.
Ages 10 years through 12th grade are welcome.
Paws to Read
Children are invited to read to certified therapy dogs to build reading confidence.
Yule Ball
Join us for the Pauline Foster Teen Center and San Diego Library Shop’s Harry Potter Yule Ball. Dance the night away with the wizards of Hogwarts, take a stroll down Diagon Alley and enjoy treats fit for a wizard.