Name: Qi Gong
Start: 2020-03-20T09:30:00-07:00
End: 2020-03-20T11:30:00-07:00
Location: University Community Library

Qi Gong

9:30am - 11:30am

Adults, Older Adults

University Community Library

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Library Branch: University Community Library

Room: Community Room - University Community

Age Group: Adults, Older Adults

Program Type: Community Engagement, , Wellness

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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

AARP Tax Assistance

9:30am - 4:30pm

Adults, Older Adults

Point Loma/Hervey Library

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Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library

Room: Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey

Age Group: Adults, Older Adults

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AARP Tax Aide is back to assist you in filing taxes this year! This only reflects the schedule for Point Loma/Hervey Branch Library. Free tax assistance at our location will run from February 4th thru April 14th, 2020.

Census Training

9:30am - 6:00pm

Carmel Mountain Ranch Library

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Library Branch: Carmel Mountain Ranch Library

Room: Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch

Chair Yoga

9:45am - 10:45am

Adults, Older Adults

Pacific Beach/Taylor Library

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Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library

Room: Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor

Age Group: Adults, Older Adults

Program Type: Wellness

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Chair Yoga promotes circulation, peace, and relaxation. Please wear comfy clothes.

This program repeats on the 1^st & 3^rd Friday of each month.

Bilingual Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am

Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

Logan Heights Library

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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library

Room: Children's Area - Logan Heights

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

Program Type: , Literature

Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am

Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

San Carlos Library

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Library Branch: San Carlos Library

Room: Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

Program Type: Art, , Literature

Event Details:

Join us for a storytime that fosters early literacy! Features books, songs, action rhymes, and finger plays that invite participation. Afterwards, make a fun craft! Ages 1-5. Every Friday.

Baby/Toddler Explore Time

10:00am - 11:00am

Babies/Toddlers

Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library

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Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library

Room: Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers

Program Type: Community Engagement,

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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

10:00am - 11:00am

Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Rancho Peñasquitos Library

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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Library

Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos

Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

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Practice your English skills in a friendly, informal setting. Adults of all skill levels are welcome to join in the conversation!

Conversation Cafe meets every Friday.

Employment Workshop: Resume 101

10:00am - 11:00am

Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

San Ysidro Library

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Library Branch: San Ysidro Library

Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro

Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Program Type: Career & College

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Finding Employment Workshops

Talleres para Encontrar Empleo

Go Wild! with Zovargo!

10:00am - 11:00am

Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age

City Heights/Weingart Library

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Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library

Room: Performance Annex - City Heights

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age

Program Type: Community Engagement,

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How many different animal species call the rain forest home?

Millions! Grab your magnifying glass and get ready to GO WILD as you will discover some of the beautiful animals that make up the rain forest.

Meditation for Relaxation

10:00am - 11:00am

Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Paradise Hills Library

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Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library

Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Program Type: Wellness

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If life has you stressed, anxious, or tense, consider meditation. Take an hour of your day for self-care and join us in a free seated guided meditation held every Friday. No registration required.

Slimy Science: Big Science for Little Ones

10:00am - 11:00am

Preschoolers

La Jolla/Riford Library

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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library

Room: Community Room - La Jolla/Riford

Age Group: Preschoolers

Program Type: Community Engagement, , Science/STEAM

Event Details:

Discover the ooey gooey origins of plastic and see why plastic is so hard to break. Also, make their own slippery slime to go!

Free and designed for ages 3-5.

U.S. Census Recruitment

10:00am - 2:00pm

Emerging Adults, Adults

Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Courtyard (1st Floor) - Central

Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults

Program Type: Career & College

Event Details:

The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting to fill hundreds of thousands of positions across the country to assist with the 2020 Census count. Come speak to a Census representative to learn more.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am

Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library

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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library

Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

Program Type: , Literature

Event Details:

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).

Story Time with Miss Bari

10:30am - 11:00am

Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age

Rancho Bernardo Library

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Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library

Room: Snook's Nook Storytime Area

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age

Program Type: , Literature

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Fun stories & songs children will enjoy!

Dance to Evolve

10:30am - 11:15am

Preschoolers

Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Denny Sanford Children's Library (1st Floor)

Age Group: Preschoolers

Program Type: Performing Arts

Event Details:

Come down to the Children's Library every Friday and get moving! This fun class is full of games and creative movement that is perfect for the toddler and preschool set. Put on your dancing shoes and boogie down at the library! P

SIGNS AT PLAY - BABY SIGNING STORYTIME

10:30am - 11:15am

Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

Ocean Beach Library

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Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

Program Type: Community Engagement,

Event Details:

· Find out what’s going on in your baby’s mind by teaching him/her to sign.

· Strengthen your bond with baby.

CANCELLED Wee Reads Storytime for Babies & Toddlers

10:30am - 11:30am

Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

Balboa Library

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Library Branch: Balboa Library

Room: Children's Area - Balboa

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

Program Type: Community Engagement, , Literature

Event Details:

Enjoy stories, rhymes, and music followed by playtime with terrific toys. Come have a fantastic time at the library! [Birth - 5 yrs.]

Preschool Story Time

10:30am - 11:30am

Preschoolers

Clairemont Library

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Library Branch: Clairemont Library

Room: Children's Area - Clairemont

Age Group: Preschoolers

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Join us for songs, games, and stories at Preschool Storytime. Children and their chaperones are invited to stay and play after storytime!

Preschool Storytime with Mr. Luan

10:30am - 11:30am

Preschoolers

Linda Vista Library

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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library

Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista

Age Group: Preschoolers

Program Type: , Literature

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Join Mr. Luan as he takes you on an energetic and humorous storytime ride! Songs will be sung, character voices will be many! In this program, the stories really do come to life! Oh, yeah: we do a little dancing too!

Preschool Story and Play time

11:00am - 11:30am

Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

City Heights/Weingart Library

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Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library

Room: Children's Area - City Heights/Weingart

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

Event Details:

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!

Knitting Hour

11:00am - 1:00pm

Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Rancho Bernardo Library

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Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library

Room: Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo

Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Program Type: Featured, Community Engagement,

Event Details:

Would you like to learn to knit or just spend time with other knitters? See how much fun knitting can be!

Katie Brady The Music Lady!

11:30am - 12:00pm

Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age

College-Rolando Library

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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library

Room: Community Room - College-Rolando

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age

Program Type: Featured, , Literature, Performing Arts, Wellness

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Award-winning singer/songwriter Katie Brady creates playful, educational and interactive music for children.

Please come join us for a movin’ and groovin’ good time!

Aloha Ukulele Strummers

11:30am - 1:00pm

Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

North University Community Library

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Library Branch: North University Community Library

Room: Community Room - North University

Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

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Aloha. This event is not a class but a strum-a-long. If you know basic ukulele chords, come join us. Music will be provided. We will play familiar songs, Hawaiian songs, oldies, and new songs to learn.

AARP Tax Assistance

11:30am - 3:30pm

Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library

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Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library

Room: Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa

Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Program Type: Community Engagement

Event Details:

The AARP will be providing free tax help for taxpayers with low to moderate income on Fridays, February 7 - April 10.

FREE Tax Preparation with AARP

12:30pm - 5:00pm

Adults, Older Adults

Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library

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Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library

Room: Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin

Age Group: Adults, Older Adults

Program Type: Featured

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Stop by for FREE Tax Preparation help. Generously provided by AARP. This free tax preparation service gives special attention to taxpayers over the age of 60 but is also open to taxpayers of all ages with low and moderate incomes.

Community Yoga

12:45pm - 1:45pm

Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Rancho Peñasquitos Library

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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Library

Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos

Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Program Type: Wellness

Event Details:

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

Hablamos: Spanish Conversation Group

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Pacific Beach/Taylor Library

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Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library

Room: Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor

Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Program Type: , En Español

Event Details:

Let's speak Spanish! Improve your Spanish Language skills by conversing with other learners and native speakers in a friendly, casual setting. All skill levels are welcome.

Writing Class

1:30pm - 4:30pm

Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Scripps Miramar Ranch Library

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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library

Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch

Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Program Type: Community Engagement,

Event Details:

Learn fundamental and techniques for writing kids’ picture books, chapter books and young adult novels.

Downtown Chess

1:30pm - 5:30pm

Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Lobby - Central

Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, , Wellness

Event Details:

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.

50 Best Short Hikes in San Diego

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Adults, Older Adults

San Carlos Library

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Library Branch: San Carlos Library

Room: Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery

Age Group: Adults, Older Adults

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Event Details:

Don Endicott, co-author of the 2nd edition of SD Best Short Hikes, San Diego, will speak on the new features of this edition. New features include: at a glance descriptions, overview maps for 5 urban regions, complete route details, and GPS

Cancelled-Do Your Homework @ the Library

2:00pm - 5:00pm

Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens

Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Union Bank Homework Center (2nd Floor)

Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens

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Event Details:

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

ZNE tour

2:15pm - 4:15pm

Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library

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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library

Room: Performing Arts Center & Multi-Purpose Room

D.I.Y. Rainforest Terrarium

3:00pm - 4:00pm

Middle School Age

Otay Mesa-Nestor Library

Encouraged

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Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library

Room: Community Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor

Age Group: Middle School Age

Program Type: Featured, Science/STEAM

Encouraged

Seats Remaining: 20

Event Details:

Join us for "DIY Rainforest Terrariums" to learn the importance of this diverse Biome, and create your very own miniature Rainforest. We'll GO WILD with this Hands-On workshop that's fun, educational, and not to be missed!

Video Game Fridays

3:00pm - 4:00pm

Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

University Community Library

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Library Branch: University Community Library

Room: Community Room - University Community

Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Program Type: Community Engagement

Event Details:

Video Game Fridays - Come play video games on the Nintendo Switch with your friends.

Lego Builders

3:00pm - 5:00pm

All Ages

Mira Mesa Library

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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library

Room: Community Room - Mira Mesa

Age Group: All Ages

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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.

Lego Builders Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults

Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library

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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library

Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest

Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults

Event Details:

Join us for Lego Builders Club and build your own creation to display in our library.

Lego Lab

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Carmel Valley Library

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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library

Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley

Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

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Legos are provided for building projects. No registration required and limit of 30 participants. Legos contain small objects and parent’s supervision is required.

Lego Time

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Linda Vista Library

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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library

Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista

Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Program Type: Science/STEAM

Event Details:

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

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Rancho Peñasquitos Library

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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Library

Room: Children's Wavy Tables - Rancho Penasquitos

Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

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Event Details:

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!

RESCHEDULED Children's Book Discussion for 3rd - 6th graders - April 17th

3:45pm - 4:45pm

Middle School Age

Balboa Library

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Library Branch: Balboa Library

Room: Patio - Balboa

Age Group: Middle School Age

Program Type: Community Engagement, , Literature

Event Details:

Read a different book selection each month and then join us on the patio for a very lively book discussion! March book selection rescheduled to Friday, April 17th. The APRIL book selection is "Almost Home

CANCELED - Spring Time Family Craft

4:00pm - 5:00pm

All Ages

North Clairemont Library

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Library Branch: North Clairemont Library

Room: Children's Area - North Clairemont

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Art, Community Engagement,

Event Details:

Please join us right in time to welcome Spring ! We will make easy themed crafts , and learn about Persian New Year, Norooz.

First come, first served.

While supplies last.

Cancelled: Topics and Tea

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Teens

Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Meeting Room 222 - Central

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Community Engagement, , Literature, Wellness

Event Details:

Join us as we sip refreshments and have open discussions about hot topics, current events, and world issues throughout history. Together we will create new bonds, set goals, and strengthen and empower one another for greatness!

Sip and Paint

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Middle School Age, Teens

Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library

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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library

Room: Legler Benbough Performance Area

Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens

Program Type: Art,

Event Details:

Enjoy a refreshing beverage as you decorate a mug or paint a beautiful canvas.

Unicorn Party

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Carmel Valley Library

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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library

Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley

Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Program Type: Art, Community Engagement

Event Details:

Unicorn party for kids!

Join us as we journey to a magical land where unicorns roam freely. There will be fun activities and crafts for all who participate.

MOVIE @ YOUR LIBRARY

4:00pm - 6:00pm

All Ages

College-Rolando Library

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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library

Room: Community Room - College-Rolando

Age Group: All Ages

Event Details:

Elsa the Snow Queen has an extraordinary gift -- the power to create ice and snow. But no matter how happy she is to be surrounded by the people of Arendelle, Elsa finds herself strangely unsettled.

Paws to Read

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Rancho Peñasquitos Library

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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Library

Room: Children's Area - Rancho Peñasquitos

Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Program Type: , Literature

Event Details:

Children are invited to read to certified therapy dogs to build reading confidence.

Yoga en Español

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

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:

Hatha Yoga con rutinas yóguicas para el control de la respiración, y prácticas de meditación para mejorar la salud física, emocional, mental y espiritual.

Adult Coloring Club

4:45pm - 6:00pm

Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Linda Vista Library

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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library

Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista

Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Program Type: Art

Event Details:

Coloring for stress relief? You betcha. Join us at the Adult Coloring Club. Light refreshments.