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

Arts & Crafts for Kids

All Day
University Heights Library
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Library Branch: University Heights Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Let's get creative!  Color, paint, draw, and create a variety of fun and easy art and craft projects!  Held every Saturday.

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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Computers 101

9:30am - 10:30am
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
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Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
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Need help with the computer?  Come in for one-on-one assistance.

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Knitting Circle

9:30am - 10:30am
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

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

 

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

Tech Academy for Girls

9:30am - 11:00am
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type:
Event Details:

Tech Academy for Girls

is bringing their program to the

Rancho Peñasquitos Branch Library!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friends of the Library Book Sale

9:30am - 11:30am
North Park Library
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Library Branch: North Park Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

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!

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

Ikebana: Japanese Art of Flower Arranging

9:30am - 2:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement,
Event Details:

Make a beautiful flower arrangement to take home! Classes are taught by master artist Jackie Zhang of the Ohara School of Ikebana.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Booksale

9:30am - 3:00pm
San Carlos Library
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Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

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. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friends of the Tierrasanta Branch Library Book Sale

9:30am - 3:00pm
Tierrasanta Library
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Library Branch: Tierrasanta Library
Room: Community Room - Tierrasanta
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

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.

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

BABY/TODDLER STORYTIME

10:00am - 10:30am
Paradise Hills Library
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Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
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Bring in your baby or toddler for a storytime that will help children develop communication skills through storybooks and songs.

Booksale Craft: Baseball Mitt

10:00am - 11:00am
Tierrasanta Library
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Library Branch: Tierrasanta Library
Event Details:

Make a baseball mitt to celebrate America's greatest pastime. For ages 3 & up.

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.

Children's Art Class

10:00am - 11:00am
Kensington-Normal Heights Library
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Library Branch: Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Room: Children's Area - Kensington
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

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.

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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Gardening Exchange

10:00am - 11:00am
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Front Plaza - Rancho Penasquitos
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

 

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.

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Home Buying workshop

10:00am - 11:30am
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Seminar Room (A-B) - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Description of Event
Walking people through the home buying process from getting pre-approved, home searching, under contract, to closing. Discussing how to get pre-approve and what lenders are looking for. What programs are available for down payment and closing cost.
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Scripps Ranch Solar Experience

10:00am - 2:00pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Description of Event
Educational seminar for the public regarding climate change and solar energy.

Aztec Bridge Club

10:00am - 3:00pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Lounge/ Multi-Media Open Area
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Zumba

10:15am - 11:15am
Point Loma/Hervey Library
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Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Room: Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

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.

Hindi Story Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Mira Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Community Room
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.

Toddler Storytime with Mr. Luan

10:30am - 11:00am
Linda Vista Library
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

Join Mr. Luan as he takes toddlers on an interactive storytime ride using felt boards, fingerplays, songs, maybe some puppets, and a lively book or two!

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.

Button Making

10:30am - 11:30am
Clairemont Library
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Library Branch: Clairemont Library
Room: Children's Area - Clairemont
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

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!

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

Paws for Reading

10:30am - 11:30am
Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Room: Children's Area - Carmel Mountain Ranch
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
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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,

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.
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Paws to Read with Love on a Leash

10:30am - 11:30am
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, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

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

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

Read to a Therapy Dog

10:30am - 11:30am
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

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

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

Start-Biz Club

10:30am - 11:30am
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Foushee Patio Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Career & College, Community Engagement,
Event Details:

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

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

STEAM Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
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Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Room: Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
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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.

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

Storytime with Shahina

10:30am - 11:30am
University Community Library
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Library Branch: University Community Library
Room: Community Room - University Community
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type:
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Children's Craft Time

10:30am - 2:30pm
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: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

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

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

ARTS & CRAFTS

11:00am - 12:00pm
Paradise Hills Library
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Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
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Fun crafts for the whole family! Anything from various paper crafts to making slime! All ages welcome! Younger children may need assistance from parents.

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

Meditation en Español

11:00am - 12:00pm
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:

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

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

Signing Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
North Park Library
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Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
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Sign language fun for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with Ms. Jennifer Duncan!

Come learn some simple signs and songs at this fun weekly event!

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.

World Below the Waves: Sharks & Rays

11:00am - 12:00pm
Rancho Bernardo Library
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Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, Community Engagement, , Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Sizes, colors, habitats, oh my!....learn all about sharks and rays! A fascinating & fun program for the whole family.

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

Friends of the Linda Vista Library Meeting

11:15am - 12:30pm
Linda Vista Library
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

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!

AUTHOR TALK WITH A. K. PATCH

11:30am - 12:30pm
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
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San Diego author, radio and TV personality, retired USN Captain, AK Patch, is pleased announce the release of Journey from Delphi, the third novel in the Apollo Series.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Morning Story Time with Caroline & Penelope

11:30am - 12:30pm
University Heights Library
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Library Branch: University Heights Library
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: , Literature
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Meet our new neighbors Caroline and Penelope! Caroline is a social worker and artist. Penelope is a wonderful orange monster who loves to play.

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

Painting Party

11:30am - 12:30pm
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Kids! Come join the Painting Party!

Learn some basic painting techniques and create a different masterpiece at each session!

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

CCCA

11:30am - 1:00pm
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Seminar Room 1 - Logan Heights
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

ARTS & CRAFTS

12:00pm - 1:00pm
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Children's Area - College-Rolando
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

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

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

Meditation

12:00pm - 1:00pm
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:

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

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

Writer's Block

12:00pm - 1:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Foushee Patio Room
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Literature
Event Details:

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.

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

The Little Writers Workshop for Grades 3-5

12:30pm - 2:00pm
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Middle School Age
Program Type: , Literature
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

eReader Walk-in Help

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tierrasanta Library
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Library Branch: Tierrasanta Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type:
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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.

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

Essential Oils 101

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
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Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Community Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: , Wellness
Event Details:

Are you interested in learning how to use essential oils?  Come and learn the basics of essential oils. 

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.

Kids Krafternoon

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Balboa Library
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Library Branch: Balboa Library
Room: Children's Area - Balboa
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement,
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Mary Hollis Clark Conference Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for an enlightening afternoon of literature and conversation with San Diego native Dr.

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Adult Model UN 2018

1:00pm - 4:30pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Community Room - La Jolla/Riford

Mariachi Ensemble

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Seminar Room 1 - Logan Heights
Event Details:

Mariachi Ensemble (ages 10+) 

 

 

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Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type:
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Everyone knows that ocean pollution is a problem but not everyone knows how to make a positive difference.  There are simple things that individuals can do which help lessen human impact on the marine environment.  Join us for a free lec

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Council

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
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Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Seminar Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

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

Bike Kitchen: Walk-Up Service

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Event Details:

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. 

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

Lego Builders Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Clairemont Library
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Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Kids make Lego creations. Be creative and have fun!

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

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.

Robotics Saturdays

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type:
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Meet SD Robotechs, Westview High School FTC Robotics Club #8742, at this 3-day summer event!

· Build robots with FTC materials and learn programming with sensors!

· Learn more about the Robotics Club & have fun!

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

Tech Tutoring

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type:
Event Details:

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.

Film and Garden Share

3:00pm - 6:00pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
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Sustainable Scripps is showing a film: Symphony of the Soil.  After a film there is be Garden share

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.

Hands-On Gene Editing - A Bio Lab Workshop (Ages 12 and Up)

3:00pm - 6:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement,
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

What is CRISPR and why are people so excited about it? Learn why CRISPR can revolutionize genetic engineering by doing it yourself!

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

Kids' Karate and Self-Defense

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Linda Vista Library
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

Join the library and our partner, United States Karate Academy, for a fun session of kids' karate and self-defense. For ages 7-13.