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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Donald C. and Elizabeth M. Dickenson Popular Library (1st Floor)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Featured, Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

On view: January 27 - February 28, 2018

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This event is in the "Adults" group.
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AARP Tax Assistance

9:30am - 11:00am
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Room: AARP Tax Assistance
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

The AARP will be providing free tax help for taxpayers with low to moderate income on Fridays, February 2 - April 13. Please call or visit the library to make an appointment starting January 19th. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friends of the Library Book Sale

9:30am - 5:30pm
University Community Library
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Library Branch: University Community Library
Room: Community Room - University Community
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

Stock up on great fiction for all ages, pick up a great cookbook or find some music you’ve never tried before—all at great prices.

Proceeds benefit the UC Library!

 

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

Babies & Books

10:00am - 10:30am
North Park Library
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Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
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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 "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Bilingual Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Children's Area - Logan Heights
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Literature
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Friday Morning Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
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
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Come and join us for stories, songs and fun every Friday morning!

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This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
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
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Join us for a storytime that fosters early literacy!  Features books, songs, action rhymes, and finger plays that invite participation.

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

Chair Yoga

10:00am - 11:00am
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
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Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
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Chair Yoga promotes circulation, peace, and relaxation.  Please wear comfy clothes. 

This program repeats on the 1st & 3rd Friday of each month. 

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Conversation Cafe

10:00am - 11:00am
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Children's Area - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
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Practice your English skills in a friendly, informal setting.  Adults of all skill levels are welcome to join in the conversation!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

MEDITATION FOR RELAXATION

10:00am - 11:00am
Paradise Hills Library
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Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Wellness
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Reduce stress and cultivate.  Join us starting January 12th for Meditation.

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This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Daytime Book Club

10:00am - 11:30am
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 the first Friday of each month. New members and guests are always welcome!

A limited number of copies of the selected books are available at the Circulation Desk for checkout.

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

Chinese/English Bilingual Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
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).

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Miss Fran's Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
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.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME

10:30am - 11:00am
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
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Preschoolers are invited to listen to stories and sing songs

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STEAM Story Time

10:30am - 11:00am
University Heights Library
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Library Branch: University Heights Library
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: , Literature
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Join us for STEAM Story Time, a story time program with a focus on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. This interactive program will include stories and a hands-on experiment or craft.

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

SIGNS AT PLAY...SIGNING STORYTIME

10:30am - 11:15am
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.

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Story Time and craft with Miss Cammy

10:30am - 11:30am
Rancho Bernardo Library
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Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Snook's Nook Storytime Area
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art, Literature
Event Details:

Entertaining stories and fun crafts for children.

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

Wee Reads

10:30am - 11:30am
Balboa Library
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Library Branch: Balboa Library
Room: Children's Area - Balboa
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: , Literature
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Come and have a fantastic time at the library! Enjoy stories, music and rhymes followed by playtime with terrific toys.

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

Computer Help Lab

11:00am - 12:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
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Join us every Friday for informal, one-on-one help regarding your computer, smart phone, and/or tablet.

No advance sign up is required!

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This event is in the "Adults" group.
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AARP Tax Assistance

11:00am - 4:30pm
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: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

The AARP will be providing free tax help for taxpayers with low to moderate income, from February 2 - April 13. Please call or visit the library to make an appointment starting January 19th. 

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

Fitness Fun

11:15am - 12:15pm
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 "All Ages" group.

Friends of the Tierrasanta Branch Library Book Sale

11:30am - 5:00pm
Tierrasanta Library
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Library Branch: Tierrasanta Library
Room: Community Room - Tierrasanta
Age Group: All Ages
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The Friends of the Tierrasanta Branch Library invites you to our monthly book sale! Find a gift for a loved one or treat yourself!

The sale takes place the first weekend of the month.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Yoga Storytime

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Certified yoga instructor Miss Abby incorporates simple yoga poses, stories and songs in a fun hour that encourages relaxation and gentle bonding. Please bring your own towel or yoga mat.

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
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!


Enjoy all levels of Yoga with Rebecca:
*$5 donation
*Bring a yoga mat and water
*Wear comfortable clothing
*Be prepared to remove your shoes

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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type:
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Learn to use Skype from downloading it onto your PC to how to add contacts and make calls.  A great way to keep in touch with family and friends across the world.  

Limit 15. Register below.

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Downtown Chess

1:00pm - 5:00pm
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 "All Ages" group.

Friends of the Library Members Only Pre-Sale

1:30pm - 3:30pm
San Carlos Library
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Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Friends of the Library Members can get early access to Fiction and Media materials. Join the Friends of the Library today!

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

Writing Class

1:30pm - 4:30pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement,
Event Details:

Stretch your creative muscles by learning fundamental and advanced techniques for writing:

            - picture books

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

Baby Storytime

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Oak Park Library
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Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Room: Main Area - Oak Park
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
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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.

Street Smart Personal Safety

2:00pm - 3:30pm
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: Community Engagement
Event Details:
 Street Smart Personal Safety, Awareness & Realistic Self Defensewith Coach Joe Chandler, Street Smart Self DefenseThis seminar offers smart, fresh methods for identifying, avoiding, deterring, controlling and escaping threatening situa
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Common Thread: Sewing Basics

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Innovation Lab (3rd Floor)
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type:
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn entry level operating instructions for computerized sewing machines and beginning techniques.  Participants  will practice basic stitches and complete an easy drawstring bag!  All materials provided.

 

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.
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Do Your Homework @ the Library

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Union Bank Homework Center (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
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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

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.

Wii B' Gamin' Xbox 360

2:30pm - 5:00pm
Point Loma/Hervey Library
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Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Room: Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
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All ages are welcome. A tournament is featured on each month with prizes for winners.

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

Tech Friday

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clairemont Library
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Library Branch: Clairemont Library
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
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 "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 "Adults" group.

Kids Art Class

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Featured, Art
Event Details:

For kids age 8 and older.  Learn how to draw and paint through easy to follow instructions.  A different project will be featured each session.  Art materials will be provided.  This class is taught by Joe Nyiri, San Diego’s be

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Roblox Studio Coding

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, Career & College,
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Lern how to make games!  Discover how to code, add/edit assets, create score taking, and much more!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Council

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Seminar Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

Lego Builder Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement,
Event Details:

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.

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.
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This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
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Chess Club

3:30pm - 5:00pm
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
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All levels of Chess experience are welcome - beginners to advanced.

All ages, children and adults!

This event is in the "All Ages" 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.
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Friday Afternoon Movie

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Oak Park Library
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Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Room: Main Area - Oak Park
Age Group: All Ages, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

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.

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

Kids Meet Mandarin

3:45pm - 4:45pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Children's Area - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type:
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Kids of all ages are invided to learn basic words, phrases in Mandarin.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Drop-In eCollection Support

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

Friday Crafts

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Children's Round Tables - Rancho Penasquitos
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Explore a new craft each week!

All ages welcome; younger children may need assistance from an adult.

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

Garden Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
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Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Seminar Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement,
Event Details:

Interested in plants?  Join our Garden Club!

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

Coding Club

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

Yoga en Español

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Gracia Molina de Pick & Richard Allen Pick Centro Cultural
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, En Español, Wellness
Event Details:

Hatha Yoga con rutinas yóguicas para el control de la respiración, y prácticas de meditación para mejorar  la salud física, emocional, mental y espiritual.

Black History Movie Night: The Healing Passage: Voices from the Water

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Performing Arts Center & Multi-Purpose Room
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S. Pearl Sharp's award-wining, powerful documentary explores the residual impact of the African Holocaust, slavery and its reverberations in the world today.