Let's get creative! Color, paint, draw, and create a variety of fun and easy art and craft projects! Held every Saturday.
Our children's bulletin board will highlight a quote from "Blue Sky White Stars" which will be encircled with hands. Our display will grow as our community of children, teens and adults trace their own hands, decorate them uniquely and place
Computers 101
Need help with the computer? Come in for one-on-one assistance.
Knitting Circle
Join our knitting circle for a fun and social knitting experience. Bring your knitting and share stories and knitting tips.
Have any computer questions? Come see Mr Bob, he will be glad to help.
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.
Join us for the Friends of the MIra Mesa Library's Annual Book Sale Blow-Out! We will be open all day, coinciding with the Mira Mesa Street Fair.
Children's Art Class
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.
Receive individual assistance with downloading library E-books to your device.
Every other Saturday at 10:00 a.m.
Please call or come in to sign up.
Gardening Exchange
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.
Painting Party
Kids - Come join the Painting Party!
Learn some basic painting techniques and create a different masterpiece at each session!
SAYA - Wind Instruments
High school students give free music lessons to children who play the following instruments: saxophone, clarinet, flute, trumpet. Class is currently full for the 2018-2019 school year.
Join Girl Scouts San Diego for a special reading workshop focused on the 2018 One Book for Kids selection, "Blue Sky, White Stars," written by Sarvinder Naberhaus and illustrated by Kadir Nelson.
Prácticas de meditación para disminuir la presión, el estrés y mejorar la salud total.
This SAT® course is for the student whose busy lifestyle demands efficient prep in a condensed amount of time. The course focuses on the test topics that impact your score the most!
READ/San Diego Tutor Training
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.
Bring in your baby or toddler for a storytime that will help children develop communication skills through storybooks and songs.
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's Craft Time
Kids can develop their artistic skills while enjoying a fun craft time.
Paws for Reading
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,
Paws to Read with 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.
The Start-Biz Club brings experienced business men and women together with young entrepreneurs.
Wagging Tales
Improve literacy skills by reading alound to certified therapy dogs in a FUN and non-judgmental environment.
PLAY-WELL TEK: LEGO ROBOTICS
Join us for LEGO® Robotics!
In this introductory robotics class, children will build and program robots using the LEGO® WeDo® system. They will learn basic programming skills and simple engineering concepts.
For youth ages 7-10
Voices of the Barrio
Community Singers. No experience necessary. All ages welcome. For more information contact Zulma at zmonsalvo@yahoo.com
Craft Station
Have some free time today? Looking for something to do with the kids while enjoying some air-conditioning? Stop on by the Branch for some open crafts. All supplies provided.
We are excited to once again have a “reading to children program” here at the Point Loma Library. We welcome Ruff Readers with Ms. Donna and Lula Mae to our library. Lula Mae is a Labradoodle who is very sweet and fun.
Join Miss Anya for a craft at 11:00 a.m.
Join the Rancho Bernardo Teen Council! Discuss the programs and materials you'd like to see at the library, and help out with programs that reach our younger patrons!
SAYA - Piano & String Instruments
High school students give free music lessons to children who play the following instruments: piano, cello and violin. Class is currently full for the 2018-2019 school year.
Sign language fun for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with Ms. Jennifer Duncan!
Come learn some simple signs and songs at this fun weekly event!
Friends of the Linda Vista Library Meeting
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!
Morning Story Time with Caroline & Penelope
Meet our new neighbors Caroline and Penelope! Caroline is a social worker and artist. Penelope is a wonderful orange monster who loves to play.
Free 9 week computer programming workshop in partnership with UCSD Extension. In this course, participants will learn FRONT END WEB Development.
Express yourself in art using watercolors, crayons, markers and paints
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.
Kids' Krafternoon
Come make a terrific craft at your library! (Kindergarten-4th grade)
Poetry Therapy: The Practical Application of Poetry to Everyday Life
Words are the Most Powerful Magic that There Is
The "Hispanic Saturday" group researches Hispanic genealogy. The guest speaker, Dr. Richard Griswold del Castillo,
emeritus professor from San Diego State University will discuss the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo and its' affect on the
BEING SHERLOCK: THE ART OF THE MYSTERY AND THE SCIENCE OF FORENSICS
If you like reading mysteries and are intrigued by crime investigation, then this class is for you! Explore the exciting world of forensics, including DNA evidence, fingerprints and handwriting analysis.
FRANKENSTEIN / BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN DOUBLE FEATURE!
Come celebrate the 200th anniversary of Mary Shelly's literary, horror, and science fiction classic, Frankenstein, with this super-spooky-double-creature-feature!
Two classic monster movies:
Everyone Plays @ The Library
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!
Beat Making
Mariachi Ensemble
Mariachi Ensemble (ages 10+)
Need volunteer hours for school? Join our Teen Council for a fun, community based volunteer program!
Almost everyone on earth has a name.
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.
Kids make Lego creations. Be creative and have fun!
No sign-up needed. Appropriate for ages 3 to 8 years.
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.
Children's Mindfulness and Bible Story Playtime
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
Tools of the Trade (Technical Trading)
Food Science: Investigating Fermentation - A Bio Lab Workshop
Meet the micro-organisms that make bread, yogurt, wine, and many other common foods. Participants will make their own “yeast balls” to see the chemistry of fermentation in action.
Join us for an hour of piano music played by Peggy Goings. Refreshments will be served.
The Happy Stay-at-Home Mom: Book Launch with Local Author Sara Gaviria
As the birth of her son drew near, Sara Gaviria realized something crucial— there were plenty of books about dealing with a new baby during that trying first year, but there was precious little information about managing her own body and emotions.
Kids' Karate and Self-Defense
Join the library and our partner, United States Karate Academy, for a fun session of kids' karate and self-defense. For ages 7-13.
Join us for the 2nd annual Hafez Day celebration in San Diego as we use verse as an avenue for love, peacemaking, and reconciliation.