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All Day
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Branches:
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Description:

The Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library is open to the public on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Mondays and Thursdays-Saturdays library services are limited to Contactless Pickups only. 

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Village Quilters

9:00am - 1:00pm
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:

All ages

Everyone is welcomes

Reservation

Clases Gratis de Ciudadanía / Free Citizenship Classes

9:30am - 12:00pm
San Ysidro Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Description of Event



Clases gratis de Ciudadanía para Adultos
Las clases son impartidas por Juan Diego Adult Centers.

Cada Sábado

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Ikebana Holiday Workshop

9:30am - 1:00pm
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: Art, Community Engagement,
Event Details:

Make a beautiful flower arrangement to take home! Classes are taught by master artist Jackie Zhang of the Ohara School of Ikebana.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Book Sale

9:30am - 5:00pm
All Ages
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Seminar Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Great bargain used books

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

SATURDAY MORNING STORYTIME!

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Paradise Hills Library
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Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library
Room: Patio - Paradise Hills
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type:
Event Details:

Please join us for stories and songs every Saturday morning on the patio at 10:00AM.

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Fiction Fanatics Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
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
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

The Fiction Fanatics will be discussing Run For Your Life by James Patterson

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Virtual Disney Style: Act, Sing, and Stretch

10:00am - 11:30am
Elementary School Age
SDPL Virtual Branch
Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Online/Virtual, , Library NExT, Performing Arts, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Do you love to perform? Let's virtually dance, sing and act out our favorite songs and scenes from the movies you love!

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.
Cancelled

**NEW LOCATION**Free Vaccine Shots, Vaccine Boosters and Flu Shots

10:00am - 12:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Community Room - Logan Heights
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

The event has moved to the Holiday in the Park Community Event at the Willie Henderson Sports Complex @ 1035 S. 45th St, San Diego 92113!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

10:00am - 1:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
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
Program Type: Featured,
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

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Drop-In Tech Help

10:00am - 1:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Mary Hollis Clark Conference Center
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type:
Event Details:

First come, first served - get your tech questions answered.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

Holiday Open House

10:00am - 2:00pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Children's Area - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Join the fun at our HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE with winter crafts, cookies, music and good cheer! Fun for the entire family!

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.

Baby Story Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies/Toddlers
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Denny Sanford Children's Library (1st Floor)
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Event Details:

Ages (0-17 months) 

Bond with baby through books, songs, and bounces at our lap-sit story time.  

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Art Class with Mel

10:30am - 11:30am
All Ages
La Jolla/Riford Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Travel the world through different art techniques and styles on the second Saturday of each month, alongside professional artist Mel Clarkston.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Winter Festival

10:30am - 12:30pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Kensington-Normal Heights Library
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Library Branch: Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Room: Park Area - Kensington
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join Sparkles the Clown for a magic show in the Kensington Park. Stay afterwards for a balloon animal! Craft tables will be set up in the park so children can create a gift for a loved one to give during the holiday season. 

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

It's Snow Much Fun!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
North Clairemont Library
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Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Reservation

San Diego chapter of the Colored Pencil Society of America (CPSA)

11:00am - 1:30pm
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Description of Event

San Diego chapter of the Colored Pencil Society of America (CPSA), is a dynamic group of artists comprising of all skill levels.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.

Manage Your Future

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Emerging Adults
SDPL Virtual Branch
Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: , Library NExT
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Ready to earn pre-college credit while learning about business management? This virtual series is designed for high school students who are excited to learn about logistics and coordination of activities in a business setting.

This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

Virtual Marine Mammals of California

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Middle School Age
SDPL Virtual Branch
Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Middle School Age
Program Type: Online/Virtual, , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

This workshop introduces students to the many marine mammals native to San Diego, including seals, sea lions, dolphins and great whales.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
Cancelled

Virtual Medicine and the Heart

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Teens
SDPL Virtual Branch
Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Online/Virtual, , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Students will explore the body’s circulatory system with a focus on the heart. They will get an introduction to human anatomy and physiology and learn about different diseases linked to the heart.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
Cancelled

Space Out

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Elementary School Age
University Community Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: University Community Library
Room: Community Room - University Community
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

The lure of space exploration offers a powerful way to ignite students’ interest in science, technology and engineering.

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Let's Talk - English Conversation Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults
City Heights/Weingart Library
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Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Patio - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, En Español
Event Details:

Practice your English skills outside the classroom in a casual, judgment-free environment.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Book Buzz

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Children's Area - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

Get together with fellow teens and talk about what you’re reading!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Kids Christmas Crafts and Santa Visit

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Mission Valley Library
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Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Featured, Art, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Whether you're naughty or nice, we hope you'll join us for Christmas crafts, snacks, and a visit from the big jolly man himself!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Cookbook Book Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, 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: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Each month, participants will meet to discuss and share a recipe made from the selected cookbook. Interested participants should contact the organizer at the provided email address.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Craftronics

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Elementary School Age
Central Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Discovery Corner - Denny Sanford Children's Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Students will explore the basics of circuits and electronic elements by using them in craft projects.

This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

Virtual Messy Science

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Middle School Age
SDPL Virtual Branch
Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Middle School Age
Program Type: Online/Virtual, , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn about Earth science as you never have before – by handling messy slime and conducting noisy and colorful experiments.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Create Your Own Holiday Ornament

3:00pm - 3:45pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Art
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In honor of the holiday season, our special guests Tosh Werks will host a special ornament decorating workshop. Supplies are free but limited. Register to reserve your spot. Ages 5 through adult.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Council Meeting

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Children's Area - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Calling all teens! Earn service hours and help the library make decisions about serving teens in our community.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
Cancelled

Virtual Disney Style: Act, Sing, and Stretch

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Elementary School Age
SDPL Virtual Branch
Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Online/Virtual, , Library NExT, Performing Arts, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Do you love to perform? Let's virtually dance, sing and act out our favorite songs and scenes from the movies you love!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Guided Meditation

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Adults
Carmel Valley Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Guided Meditation  

How meditation creates happiness in your life

We are dependent on an internal state of well being that is not dependent external circumstances

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Poetry of Resilience: From Haiku to Free Verse

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
Central Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Shiley Special Events Suite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Featured, Miss Breed, Citizenship and Immigration, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Literature, Local Author, Performing Arts
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

This is an in-person event at the San Diego Central Library. Masks are required for unvaccinated patrons and social distancing protocol will be followed. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

MEDITATION

9:30pm - 10:30pm
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