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
Join us for a storytime that fosters early literacy! Features books, songs, action rhymes, and finger plays that invite participation.
Babies & Books will be morphing into Baby Dance Party featuring members of Dance to Evolve!
We will have songs, parachutes, toys, and bubbles for your babies to dance, play, and interact!
Little ones are able to make noise, play, and meet new friends. This is a loosely structured, baby-led program of play, music, bubbles, songs and more. For babies and toddlers 0-2 years.
Conversation Cafe
Practice your English skills in a friendly, informal setting. Adults of all skill levels are welcome to join in the conversation!
The ultimate benefit of meditation is liberation of the mind from attachment to things it cannot control, such as external circumstances or strong internal emotions. If stress has you anxious, tense, and worried, consider meditation.
Let's Make Music School
Fun and creative activities for children through dance and movement.
Preschool Storytime
Children are invited to a fun storytime with books and singing. The first storytime of the month is usually bilingual (Spanish/English or Chinese/English).
This is a fun class full of games and creative movement that is perfect for toddlers and pre-schoolers! Put on your dancing shoes and boogie down at the library!
SIGNS AT PLAY...BABY SIGNING STORYTIME
· 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.
Storybox Theatre
Storybox is the American name we have given to the Japanese storytelling tradition called kamishibai. (Kami = paper; shibai = theatre). A storyteller stands behind a little wooden theatre and reveals a series of illustrations as he nar
Wee Reads for babies and toddlers! Enjoy stories, music, and rhymes followed by playtime with terrific toys. Come have a fantastic time at the library!
Preschool Story and Play time
Stories, songs, puppets, and playtime will all be found at this energetic and engaging storytime. Make new friends, hear a story and spend quality time with the preschooler in your life— at the library!
Join us every Friday for informal, on-on-one help regarding your computer, smart phone, and/or tablet.
No advance sign up is required!
Certified yoga instructor Miss Aryn combines simple yoga poses, stories and songs in a fun hour that encourages relaxation and gentle bonding.
Please bring your own towel or yoga mat.
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
Writing Class
Downtown Chess
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.
It's 1997. Women stand beside men in combat and fly fighter jets. Pilot Tris Miles is not content with her job as a First Officer for tiny Clear Sky Airlines.
OASIS at the Library: Touring the Louvre and the Prado Master Art Museums
This lecture explores the world-renowned Musee du Louvre in Paris and Museo del Prado in Madrid. Artist Amanda Schaffer discusses and compares the history, architecture, and collection highlights of both museums. For example, which mus
Pick A Flick: Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
Vote by Friday, May 10, to help select a film honoring Asian Pacific American Heritage Month for us to screen on Friday, May 24 at 2pm!
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
Wii B' Gamin' Xbox 360
Join Mr. Chris as we game using X-box and Wii formats. Monthly competitions with prizes as well!
Video Game Fridays
Video Game Fridays - Come play video games on the Nintendo Switch with your friends.
Do you have what it takes to be a Lego Builder? Join us for open Lego time on Friday afternoons and let your creativity flow.
Do you have what it takes to be a Lego Builder? Join us for open Lego time on Friday afternoons and let your creativity flow.
Arts and Crafts for preK – 6th Graders
The program is designed for PreK – 6th graders and is limited to 30 participants. No registration required.
All "master builders" are welcome to take on a LEGO challenge each session, or build something unique, working together or solo. For children and families ages 5-12.
Kids can have fun and get creative while building with LEGO.
Lego Time
Kids: build, build, BUILD to your heart's content! Our LEGOS can't wait to meet you! Skyscrapers, automobiles, airplanes, spaceships: create these and more! Learn basic building science while having loads of fun!
Chess Club
All levels of Chess experience are welcome - beginners to advanced.
If you don't know how to play chess, you can learn at Chess Club!
All ages, children and adults!
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.
Learn or advance with computer coding, including Java and Python!
Students must bring a Mac or Windows laptop computer.
Adult Game Night!
Come meet some new folks and spend some time playing your favorite games.
Games will be provided, but feel free to bring something of your own if you'd like.
Paws to Read
Children are invited to read to certified therapy dogs to build reading confidence.
Hatha Yoga con rutinas yóguicas para el control de la respiración, y prácticas de meditación para mejorar la salud física, emocional, mental y espiritual.
Coloring for stress relief? You Betcha. Join us at the Adult Coloring Club. Light refrshments.
2019 SDPL Short Story Contest Winners: Live Readings and Performance
2019 San Diego Public Library Short Story Contest winners announced! Previous winners may be viewed on the contest webpage.