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SDPL Virtual Branch
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Program Type: Online/Virtual, , Community Engagement, , Literature, Summer Reading Program
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A bi-weekly series to discuss and inform library patrons about current happenings and virtual offerings at the library.

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All Day
SDPL Virtual Branch
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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

Summer Reading Storytime: National Beach Day

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
SDPL Virtual Branch
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Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
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In honor of National Beach Day which takes place on August 30th, Miss Helene the Steampunk Youth Services Librarian with the Balboa Branch Library will be reading two beach themed books on Tuesday, August 25th at 10:00am.  Please join us for

Virtual Summer Reading Storytime: National Beach Day

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Balboa Library
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Library Branch: Balboa Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Community Engagement, , Literature, Summer Reading Program
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In honor of National Beach Day which takes place on August 30th, Miss Helene the Steampunk Youth Services Librarian with the Balboa Branch Library will be reading two beach themed books on Tuesday, August 25th at 10:00am.  Please join us for

Space at Your Place with the San Diego Air & Space Museum

11:00am - 12:00pm
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: Featured, Online/Virtual, , Science/STEAM
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Explore the newly renovated exhibit, SPACE: Our Greatest Adventure, at the San Diego Air & Space Museum, learn about life on the International Space Station, and design your own paper rocket, all from the comfort of you

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

Hatha Yoga

12:00pm - 1:00pm
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: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, , Wellness
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A gentle, slow-paced yoga with Patti Bozorgchami. Learn simple breathing exercises and relaxation techniques.

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!

**Special Edition** SDPL Short Classics Book Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
SDPL Virtual Branch
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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.

 

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! 

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.  

STEAM Night @ the Library

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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Learn basic scientific concepts!  Conduct simple experiments!  This program meets on the Second and Fourth Tuesday of the month.  The Second Tuesday of the month will feature a special science experiment.  This program is espec

Button Making for Kids

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Children's Area - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art
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Design your own pinback buttons to keep or give to friends and family! This is easy, creative crafting at its best. Free and all supplies provided. For ages 5 and up.

 

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.

YOUTH CHESS

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
San Carlos Library
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Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
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Learn how to play chess, or hone your skills!  Chess is a great way to improve logical thinking skills and math ability.  All levels welcome.  Ages 18 and under.  2nd & 4th Tuesdays.

Scripps Mesa Garden Club

5:30pm - 7:30pm
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

Pajama Signing Storytime w/ Miss Jennifer

6:00pm - 7:00pm
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
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Visit the library for storytime in your comfy pajamas while Miss Jennifer uses and teaches sign language to enhance the reading of beloved children's picture books.  Includes bubble time too! [Birth - 5 years old]

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: Untold Perspectives: Reinterpreting women's suffrage from a 21st-century lens

6:00pm - 7:00pm
All Ages
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: All Ages
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LITVAKdance and the Women's Museum of California collaborate in a creative celebration of 100 years of the 19th amendment.

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!

 

Banned Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mira Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Seminar/Booksale Room - Mira Mesa
Program Type: Literature
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The Mira Mesa Library’s Banned Book Club, a book group with a “freedom to read” theme, meets the last Tuesday of each month (no meeting in December), 6:30pm at the library, 8405 New Salem St.