The North San Diego Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted by MiraCosta College and funded in part by the Small Business Administration will provide free one-on-one consulting for small business owners.

Designed to stimulate your child's overall development through play, learning, literacty, and communication.  Topics include, health, family, learning, and community/advocacy.  Sessions: 4

Ages: 0-5 years

Join us for a series of free parenting classes! Steps to Understanding Your Child's Behavior is a series of classs that offers helpfull tools and strategies for parents of children 0-5.

Qi Gong (Chi Gong) is a simple preventative health method of relaxing and harmonizing the body. These gentle exercises are suitable for any age and health condition.

Free class.  Interested?  Simply attend. 

The free ESL class focuses on conversation at the intermediate level. Limit 25. The term runs from 1/24/19—5/16/19. No class on Thursday, March 21, 2019. For more information call 760.757.2121, x8770.

Free tax prep help provided by AARP volunteers. No reservations, first come first served only. Tax help will be available every Thursday through April 11.

This totally free tax preparation is available to anyone. First come, first-served basis.

BOGO!

Buy One, Get One FREE (of equal or lesser value)!

Includes children's books!

Preschool Storytime, led by professional storyteller, Marilyn McPhie.

Storytime with music, finger plays, rhymes, and more.

We bring the stories to life by involving the children on many levels.  There are thematic props, songs and games which allow the children to have as much fun as possible.  Your children will have a wonderful experience and want to keep

The first rule of book club is … you always talk about books!  Join like-minded bibliophiles to discuss fiction titles.  Make some new friends while you get introduced to books too good to miss!  A limited number of each month’s sel

*This program has been canceled.*

Bring in your eReader, tablet or smartphone and our staff will guide you in downloading SDPL's free eBooks and eAudiobooks.  Every Thursday.

Do you have a love for plays and drama or an interest in writing, acting, or other means of expressive communication? Then Meet @ The X for a themed workshop that's just for you courtesy of the Cygnet Theatre!

Please join us with your young ones for Preschool Storytime & Craft!

Join Ms. Haley for fun stories, songs, and a special craft!

This event takes place every Thursday, excluding the 3rd Thursday of each month.

Miss Jennifer enhances well-loved children's stories with signing - followed by singing and bubbles!

Improve your balance and mobility with slow, controlled movement. For ages 60+.

Bring your genealogy questions to Kathy and she can help you get started!

Beginning Genealogy is scheduled the 2nd Thursday of the month.

Drop in, free tutoring for adults with internet questions.

Meet Library Volunteer, Alvan, at the public computers closest to the Circulation Desk.

Our Guild's goal is to promote interest in all forms of quilting and textile art and to provide a forum for the continuation of the tradition of quilting as an art and as a method of recording history and story-telling within the community.

Delightful program of music and movement for preschool age kids and their caregivers.

Join Ms. Mei for a thrilling Chinese language storytime ride!  Preschoolers will be treated to tales told with gusto and will have the opportunity to sing with other children in the storytime group!

Stories and songs introduce early literacy skills in young children. This year Miss Stacy will be focusing on the alphabet, so look for fun letter-themed storytimes throughout the year!

Bring in your preschooler for a storytime that will help children develop communication skills through storybooks and songs

Learn a new way to communicate with your child!

A presentation of Japanese style storytelling called Kamishibai, which combines the use of hand drawn visuals with the engaging narration of a live presenter. A delightful story time for children.

Yoga Story Time is filled with stories, practice of animal-yoga poses, songs, relaxation, and breathing techniques.

Fun toddler stories and songs with Miss Joyce along with play time afterwards!

Preschoolers are invited to a storytime, followed by a fun craft!

Join Miss Teri for an engaging preschool storytime that promotes a love of reading and quality together time. Featuring stories, fun, and play!

All young children and their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs and rhymes. We hope to see you there!

Join us for Preschool Storytime for Kids; stories, crafts, finger plays and songs. 

Join us for weekly story time filled with fun songs, stories, games, crafts, and more!

Every 3rd Thursday, we'll have a craft activity. 

Event has been cancelled.

Start your day with fantastic stories!  Join us for Morning Story Time at 11:00AM.

Explore the French language through song in this bilingual program.

Join us for our weekly craft after our story times in the children’s art area.

Baby Sign Language Basics author, Monta Z. Briant puts on a super-fun sign language performance for babies through preschoolers. Includes songs, fingerplays, books, fun toys and props, and bubbles!

Seated stretching and joint work, to promote muscle development. 

Chair yoga is a general term for practices that modify yoga poses so that they can be done while seated in a chair. The chair helps eliminate strain on your joints while increasing stability & balance.

Join us every Thursday for a fun-filled arts and crafts hour.  Projects inspired by books, holidays, seasons, songs, and more!

Afterschool Arts & Crafts

Join us anytime! Book club books are available on a cart near the Reserve Shelves; please bring to the Customer Service Desk to check out.

If you love Italy and think you have seen everything it has to offer, this class will introduce new sights and activities to refresh your view of this beautiful country.

Ready to fire up your writing, jump start a novel, or just keep the ideas flowing? Join us for a weekly drop-in writing group.

Bring your knit and crochet projects and socialize with fellow stitchers!

All levels are welcome and instruction is available.

Explore and discuss novels, short stories and true crime books. This Continuing Education class also occasionally features guest speakers from the ranks of law enforcement and crime writing. Thursdays from 1:00 to 3:00.

Join us for board game fun! Meet friends while playing Scrabble, Jenga, Trivia Pursuit, Bingo, Monopoly and more.

Interviews are where preparation and opportunity meet. Gain confidence by preparing effectively for interviews. Knowing what employers want and communicating your value effectively are vital keys to your success.

If you like playing Chess or would like to learn,  we have two great players,  Keith and Bob, that can both teach you and play a game with you.  Stop by and see what they are up to every Thursday at 2:00pm.

Whether you are a seasoned player that wants play competitively, or a curious beginner that wants to learn how to play, we welcome you to the Carmel Valley Mah Jong Club. We host both American Mah Jong and Chinese Mah Jong. Adult players only.

 A volunteer will be at the library to help with homework.

Free play with LEGO bricks encourages creativity and improves social skills.

LEGO Club - Come build anything you can imagine with LEGO.

Thursdays are game days at the Clairemont Library! Play board games like: Candyland · Chutes & Ladders · Battleship · Monopoly · Yahtzee · Sorry · Jigsaw puzzles and more!

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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

Make and take home a clever creation.  Materials and instructions provided.  For families and children ages 4-12.

An Irish folklore inspired puppet show with a story perfect for St. Patrick’s Day!

Ready for some after school video gaming fun??  Sharpen your game & hone your skills with some easy to learn, engaging to play & fun to watch video games.

Get creative with Legos!

All ages welcome: Duplo blocks available for younger builders.

Do you like anime? Brand new to it all? Been watching for a while but need some  suggestions? Or do you just like being around  fellow fans?

Free ESL class presented by Southwestern College.  Registration is required before the start of class.  Register in person at the Otay Mesa-Nestor Library or at Southwestern College.  

Homework Help is available on Wednesdays and Thursdays at Balboa Library! We are pleased to offer this program for our Kindergarten through 8th grade students. Our volunteer will assist students with their homework questions.

Beginning Strings (ages 5-7) from 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm.

Intermediate Strings (ages 8-11) from 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm.

Advanced Strings (ages 10-17) 4:45 pm - 5:30 pm.

Bring your child to an entertaining craft at the Otay Mesa Library every Thursday at 4pm! 

The craft is different each week, with featured crafts for holidays and special library events!  Come join us for this fun event!

Join us at Clairemont for crafts and fun! Volunteer Rod leads weekly craft projects that are new and different every time! Fun crafts for the whole family - anything from pencil toppers to bookmarks to decorations. All ages are welcome.

Drop in and create art together!

Come get summer ready with an hour of instructed exercise! Each week will explore a new form of movement. You can learn belly dancing, yoga, Pilates and much more! All supplies and materials will be provided. Comfortable clothing recommended.

Every month, we’ll be crafting some crazy and cool projects. Join us and show off your creativity!

St. Patrick's Day - St.Patrick's Day DIY Felt Shamrock Pin.

In this fun and creative course we will create a multi-stop "trip" where we will learn to label and calculate routes.  Google Drawing will allow us to put our simple drawings into Google Docs, or Google Slides.

Presented by Sharp Mary Birch Hospital

Join us once a week at the North Park library for our most popular childbirth preparation course.