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

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

Take & Make Summer Crafts

11:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
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**UPDATE ** 8/18/2020 - We are currently out of craft kits for August. Join us next month for more crafts. 

Free craft kits for you to take home and make with your little ones.

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

Balboa Book Discussion Club

11:45am - 12:45pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Balboa Library
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Library Branch: Balboa Library
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
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Meet for a different book selection every third Tuesday of the month.  Read the selected book and then join us for a lively and thoughtful book discussion.  Book title to be announced.  Copies available for checkout.&

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: Community 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!

SDPL Short Classics Book Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Online/Virtual, Literature
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Welcome to the Short Classics Book Club! This is a live discussion group held each month on Facebook Rooms to discuss the shortest of the greatest books of all time.

 

August Selection

Knitting Circle

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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: Art, Community Engagement,
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Knit our community together, while we either learn how to knit or work on our own projects.  Please bring yarn, needles, your project, and come ready to knit with Eileen Adler.  This program repeats on the 3rd Tuesday of each month.

Art of Cartooning

2:00pm - 2:15pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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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! 

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

3D Design Workshop

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
La Jolla/Riford Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: IDEA Lab - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, , IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
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Create and design objects in 3D! Get expert guidance in making your own creation. After finishing a design in class, bring your design to the 3D Lab during open hours to print. Free & for all ages.

 

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.

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.

Park III Condominiums HOA Monthly Meeting

5:00pm - 7:45pm
University Community Library
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Library Branch: University Community Library
Room: Community Room - University Community

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.

Women’s Centennial Series: “The Road from Ratification to Reality”

6:00pm - 7:30pm
All Ages
SDPL Virtual Branch
Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Featured, Online/Virtual, Community Engagement,
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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At 6:00pm please join us for the “The Road from Ratification to Reality” by clicking here.  The meeting ID is: 881 3231 5911

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!