Need help with the computer?  Come in for one-on-one assistance.

Join our knitting circle for a fun and social knitting experience. Bring your knitting and share stories and knitting tips.

The Friends of the Library Book Sale is not only a great way to find some great books for low prices, but all of the profits go back to support the North Park Library by paying for programs, materials, and more!

Come and buy some books from the San Carlos Friends of the Library (SCFOL)!  We have hardbacks, paperbacks, books on CD, children’s books, and more!  Funds help the San Carlos Branch Library purchase books, programs, and equipment. 

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.

Friday: 11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Thousands and thousands of books and media for the entire family-all at great prices!

Mail Ballot Drop Off available during Library's open hours from May 29 through June 4.

Drop off your mail ballot for the June 5th Gubernatorial Primary Election with employees from the San Diego County Registrar of Voters, during the PB Library's standard hours of service. 

Bring in your baby or toddler for a storytime that will help children develop communication skills through storybooks and songs.

Learn internet basics: using a keyboard & mouse, using a flash dirve, browsing the internet, sending e-mails with attachments, and more!

Sign-up at the Information Desk or call the RB Library.

A variety of projects emphasizing creativity and individuality will be taught, as well as lessons on the masters and the techniques they used.  Limited to 10 artists.  To register please call 619-533-3974.

Various Saturdays at 10:00 a.m.

Please call or come in to sign up.

Stop and Swap: Seeds, Plants, and More!

Share your bounty! Bring your plants, plant cuttings, seeds, homegrown fruits and veggies, and cut flowers to swap with other local gardeners.

Stop and Swap: Seeds, Plants, and More!

Share your bounty! Bring your plants, plant cuttings, seeds, homegrown fruits and veggies, and cut flowers to swap with other local gardeners.

Educational Training for Housing purchase.

Join the Zumba craze! Find out what makes this fun workout such a hit. A towel and bottled water are recommended for our Zumba sessions.

Procopio attorneys will provide a free Patent and Trademark clinic.

Ever wondered how the creatures you see in the tide pool come into being?

Friends of the Balboa Library - Book Sale!  Great bargains starting at 25 cents! Stock up on your beach reads! All proceeds support Balboa Branch Library and its programs.

Special Storytime for younger readers with professional storyteller, Marilyn McPhie!

After Storytime, plan to enjoy the Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party (with face painting, crafts and cookies), until 1:00 PM.

*CANCELLED. Will resume on July 7th.

The Start-Biz Club brings experienced business men and women together with young entrepreneurs.

Join us every Saturday at 10:30 for button making. Bring your own printed or drawn image or use one of ours! We have 2 1/2” buttons. All ages welcome. Express yourself @ the Library!

Children can read aloud to trained and certified therapy dogs.  “Paws for Reading” is designed to help children improve their reading skills and confidence in reading out loud.  All therapy dogs are provided courtesy of Love on a Leash,

Come practice your reading or storytelling skills with Finnegan a certified therapy dog with San Diego Love on a Leash!

Kids can improve their reading skills by reading aloud to a therapy dog.

Start your weekend with some weird, quirky, magical science!  Children will listen to a story and learn science concepts at the same time!  Hands-on activities center around science, technology, engineering, art or mathematics.

Prepare to be amazed by magicians Rafael and Katia as they kick off our FREE summer line-up of incredible performers here at Mission Valley!

Join us for a

Summer Reading Program

Kickoff Party!

10:30-11:00 am

Kids can develop their artistic skills while enjoying a fun craft time.

Fun crafts for the whole family! Anything from various paper crafts to making slime! All ages welcome! Younger children may need assistance from parents.

Prácticas de meditación para disminuir la presión, el estrés y mejorar la salud total.

Come celebrate with us and see what's happening at North Park Library's Open House! 

Featuring:

Want to help the Linda Vista Library and the great community it serves?  The Friends of the Linda Vista Library could always use an additional helping hand!  Come to the Meeting and discover how you too can make a significant difference!

Meet our new neighbors Caroline and Penelope! Caroline is a social worker and artist. Penelope is a wonderful orange monster who loves to play.

Express yourself in art using watercolors, crayons, markers and paints

Prácticas de meditación para disminuir la presión, el estrés y mejorar la salud total.

Have you wanted to join a writing group but are busy on weekdays? Join our weekend writing group, Writer's Block! Grab a pen and a notebook and join us for an hour of writerly fun! Includes a prompt, time to write, and time to share.

The Little Writers program is a non-profit program for creative writing that aims to communicate a wide variety of techniques to young writers.

Learn how to download library eBooks to your eReader or computer. Quick tips & helpful hints to get the most out of your downloads. Bring your own eReader, tablet, or laptop.

Come and make a terrific craft at your library! (Kindergarten-4th grade)

Join The Friends of the Central Library as they welcome San Diego-based author Thomas C.

Why your eyes brown and mine are green?  Why is your hair so curly?  What does your blood type mean?  Will your brother go bald?  In this class, we learn about the basics of DNA, the instruction manual for all cells, and how DF

Learning the physics behind rockets and current rocket design, we can design paper airplanes to fly higher and go farther!  Hone your knowledge of space exploration and the engineering process.  Students will test their ideas about the p

Slimy ocean animals like octopus, sea stars, sand dollars, and moon snails are the focus of this Library NExT class. Students discover the secret of how octopus change color and how oysters make pearls.

Have you heard about the board game revolution?

Join us and find out what it’s all about! Whether you’re already an avid board gamer or are looking to learn, all ages are welcome!

Join author, Kathy Blavatt, as she presents some fascinating information about Ocean Beach and its history.  The book’s title refers to how water defines Ocean Beach by its unique location where the Pacific Ocean meets the mouth of the San Di

Come learn how to record, edit, and produce your very own music tracks! This ten-week course will be held at the Legler Benbough Teen Idea Lab at Malcolm X Library.

Come learn how to record, edit, and produce your very own music tracks! This ten-week course will be held at the Legler Benbough Teen Idea Lab at Malcolm X Library.

Kids make Lego creations. Be creative and have fun!

No sign-up needed. Appropriate for ages 3 to 8 years.

Mariachi Ensemble (ages 10+) 

Travel through CHAZZ's whimsical safari with 26 African djembe drums!  You'll immediately create jungle sounds, play simple rhythms and sing silly songs together.  Upon his surprise endings, travelers call, answer, and discuss the amazin

Need volunteer hours for school?  Join our Teen Council for a fun, community based volunteer program!

Professional bicycle mechanics provide minor repair and basic maintenance assistance on a walk-up basis. Bring your bicycle and receive help with flats, cables adjustments, and other simple fixes.

Need help understanding how to use your tablet or mobile phone? Bring in your device for hands-on, one-on-one help to answer general questions about your device. Learn how to access SDPL’s digital content and other eResources.

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 and families can sing and dance to the music of Hullabaloo.

Music & Movement is a fun class full of games and creative movement that is perfect for the toddler and pre-school set! Put on your dancing shoes and boogie down at the library!

Parents are encouraged to join in the dancin' too!