LISTEN TO THIS: Award-Winning Short Stories by San Diego Authors

All Day
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Program Type: Literature, Performing Arts
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Join Write Out Loud and SD Public Library for weekly video readings of the 12 Short Story Contest winning stories by local authors during the

SDPL Virtual Pride 2020

All Day
All Ages
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Community Engagement, LGBTQIA+, Summer Reading Program
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In honor & celebration of San Diego’s LGBTQ+ community, the San Diego Public Library welcomes you to join us at Virtual Pride 2020 from June 16th - July 17th.

Street Sweeper Storytime

10:00am - 10:15am
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Community Engagement, Literature
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Join street sweeper driver Mr. Lafayette as he reads the book The Mighty Street Sweeper by Patrick Moore. After the reading, you'll see Mr. Lafayette working his own mighty street sweeper!

SRCA Exercises

11:00am - 12:00pm
Older Adults
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Older Adults

Preschool Story Time

11:30am - 12:30pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Clairemont Library
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Library Branch: Clairemont Library
Room: Children's Area - Clairemont
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
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Fun preschool stories & songs with Miss Joyce with a simple craft afterwards. 

Qigong

11:30am - 12:30pm
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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Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice that focuses on deep breathing, gentle movements and stretching through fun, easy-to-learn exercises that promote vitality, improved balance, a stronger immune system, and better circulation.  This class

Vista Hill Bridges Resource Table

11:30am - 1:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
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Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Lobby - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
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Homeless Outreach Workers from Vista Hill Bridges will provide information and resources for adults seeking to make the personal changes necessary to live a clean & sober productive life.  Sober living and case management resources w

Bridge Club

12:00pm - 3:15pm
Older Adults
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
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Party Bridge for ages 16 - Adult. Experience necessary.

Mind-Body Fitness for Older Adults

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Older Adults
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
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Mind-Body Fitness for Older Adults is a restorative and contemplative class designed to promote physical and emotional balance, release stress, and create greater inner awareness through Hatha Chair Yoga.

The Green Thumbs: A Children's Garden Club!

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Mira Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Inside Patio - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement,
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Exposure to nature through play leads to exploration and discovery, engaging both the physical and mental abilities of children. This program is for kids to learn about the environment, gardening and how to care for the earth!

Art of Cartooning

2:00pm - 2:15pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
SDPL Virtual Branch
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art
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Learn how to draw cartoons!  Each session will feature a different animated, live action, or literary character.  Although this class is geared for kids, all ages are welcome to participate! 

Stitching Circle

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Balboa Library
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Library Branch: Balboa Library
Age Group: Adults
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Bring your knitting, crocheting and other stitching projects. Share ideas and helpful hints with fellow hobbyists. Instruction may be provided. We look forward to stitching with you!

Cal-SOAP SWAG SAT Tutoring

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Seminar Room (A-B) - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Age Group: Teens
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Mind/Body Fitness

2:30pm - 3:30pm
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
Program Type: Wellness
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Mind/Body Fitness provides a way for older adults and people with disabilities to practice yoga and mindfulness. It is a great practice for everyone, as it deepens flexibility and strengthens personal body awareness.  Every Tuesday.

Baby Storytime

3:00pm - 3:30pm
Babies/Toddlers
Mission Valley Library
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Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: , Literature
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Join us for a program that is perfect for babies and young toddlers: short, fun and interactive.  

Block Party: Lego Playtime for Kids

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
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We supply the Legos, you provide the creativity!  Children ages 5-12 are invited to unleash their imaginations and build!   Parent assistance is required for all children age 8 and under.  This program meets on the first and th

Afternoon Storytime

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: , Literature
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Ms. Linda will entertain you with stories and songs.

Crafts for Kids

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Linda Vista Library
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Children's Storytime Nook - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
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Stretch your imagination and discover the artist within you've always known existed! Create fabulous crafts! In this program, get detailed instructions on how to make a craft you'll be able to take home! We provide the supplies!

Kid's Yoga

4:00pm - 5:00pm
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: Wellness
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Stories can really get you moving!  An elementary teacher/yoga instructor helps kids unwind with a storytime that incorporates books, songs, scarves and movement.  Please bring a mat or towel.  Ages 3-8.  Every Tuesday.

Pokemon Catapult

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Skyline Hills Library
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Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills

Crafts With Miss Cheryl

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
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Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art, , Science/STEAM
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Join Miss Cheryl every Tuesday night for crafts and fun. Miss Cheryl provides craft projects suitable for all ages. However, children under 8 years old require a parent's presence and assistance.

Summer Reading BookClub

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Seminar Room (A-B) - Valencia Park/Malcolm X

Chess at the Beach

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, 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: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement,
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Let's play chess!  All ages and skill levels are welcome to play casual games in our relaxed setting. 

LEGO® Creators Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
San Ysidro Library
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Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, , Science/STEAM
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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 5-14.

Cancelled

RB Library Chess Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Rancho Bernardo Library
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Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Frank Lenfesty Seminar Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
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Learn to play chess for the first time or practice your latest strategies with other players. All skill levels are welcome.

Serra Mesa Friends of the Library

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Older Adults
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Room: Sudberry Room-Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
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Join members of your community to discuss ways to support the library.

Pajama Story Time

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
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Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Art, Literature
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Put on your coziest jammies and join us for early bedtime stories in the library. Children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by a caregiver.

 

PJ Storytime & Craft

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
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Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Children's Area - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art, , Literature
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Children will enjoy stories, songs, and a craft.  Pajamas optional!

 

Men's and Women's Book Club

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Adults, Older Adults
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
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Men's and Women's Book Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month in the Community Room at 6:30pm. Read book before meeting. 

 

April 7- Scarlet Feather by Maeve Binchy 

Citizen Science Lecture (TBD)

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement,
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Lecture topic to be determined.

Stay tuned for more information.