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Village Quilters

9:00am–2:30pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: SR - Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

All ages

Everyone is welcomes

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Live Interactive Video 2nd/3rd Grade Storytime with Mr. Luan

9:30am–10:00am
Elementary School Age
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Community Engagement,
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I'll read in a way that'll keep 2nd and 3rd graders on the edge of their seats--funny stories, bios, fictional absurdities, nonfictional tall tales; whatever works.  The interactive element of the

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Live Interactive Video 2nd/3rd Grade Storytime with Mr. Luan

9:30am–10:15am
Elementary School Age
Linda Vista Library
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: LV - Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Community Engagement, , Literature, Performing Arts
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I'll read in a way that'll keep 2nd and 3rd graders on the edge of their seats--funny stories, bios, fictional absurdities, nonfictional tall tales; whatever works.  The interactive element of the

This event is in the "Adults" group
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Meditation

9:30am–10:30am
Adults, Older Adults
San Carlos Library
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Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: SC - Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery - San Carlos
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
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According to the Mayo Clinic, "If stress has you anxious, tense and worried, consider meditation. Spending even a few minutes in meditation can restore your calm and inner peace." Every Saturday except the 1st Saturday of the month.

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

Japanese Language class

9:30am–11:45am
Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: LO - Seminar Room 1 - Logan Heights
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type:
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Stop in to learn Japanese or improve your japanese language skills.

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

Ikebana: Japanese Art of Flower Arranging

9:30am–12:30pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - 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: SR - 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: PH - Patio - Paradise Hills
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
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Please join us for stories and songs every Saturday morning on the patio at 10:00AM.

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This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
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Storytime @ the Community Garden!

10:00am–10:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
San Carlos Library
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Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature, Science/STEAM
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Join us for an outdoor storytime at the San Carlos Community Garden presented by Ms. Erin from the San Carlos Branch Library. This family storytime will feature books, songs, and interactive activities with a new gardening theme each month.

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

Dance Pants Bash!

10:00am–10:45am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: MH - Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Performing Arts
Event Details:

Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary-school age kids, this simple dance program will feature "The Wheels on the Bus," "Baby Shark," and more. Families, it’s time to show us your moves and come dance with us!

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

Paws to Read!

10:00am–10:45am
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: LO - Community Room - Logan Heights
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: , Literature
Event Details:

Stop by and read to some fluffy friends! Join us as we host the San Diego Humane Society to promote literacy! They'll be stopping by with some furry companions that are itching to hear the next story!

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
This event is in the "Teens" group

ArtSmarts: Upcycle Art using Oil Pastels

10:00am–11:00am
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
College-Rolando Library
Registration Encouraged
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: CH - Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, , Summer Reading Program
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Use oil pastels and a paper bag to create an upcycled art piece.

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

College-Rolando Book Club

10:00am–11:00am
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

Please join fellow readers in the College-Rolando area for discussions on a different title every month! Call 619-533-3902 for latest book title. 

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: NU - Seminar 1 - North University
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

The Fiction Fanatics will be discussing Leaving Time by Jodi PIcoult.

Ballet & Jazz Youth Dance Classes (free)

10:00am–12:00pm
City Heights Performance Annex
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Library Branch: City Heights Performance Annex
Room: CT - Black Box Theatre - Performance Annex
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The San Diego Ballet offers free dance classes Saturday mornings at the City heights Library!

Class Description: Youth Ballet Class 10:00am- 11:00am

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Southeast Science and Art Expo

10:00am–2:00pm
All Ages
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
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Join us for the second annual Southeast San Diego Science & Art Expo, an inclusive science, art, and culture event that welcomes families from around San Diego County.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

18th Annual San Diego International Children's Film Festival

10:00am–5:00pm
All Ages
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Neil Morgan Auditorium - Central
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Films
Event Details:

The 18th San Diego International Children's Film Festival presents short animations, narratives, and documentaries  from around the world that are sure to entertain the whole family!

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

UC Dance Pants Party

10:30am–11:00am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
University Community Library
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Library Branch: University Community Library
Room: UC - Community Room - University Community
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: , Performing Arts
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Saturday morning dancing is recommended for toddlers, preschoolers and kindergartners. Kids will twist, shout and make their moves to musical favorites like "Wheels On the Bus", "Baby Shark" and more! Come show us your dance moves!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Live Interactive Video Preschool/Kindergarten Storytime with Mr. Luan

10:30am–11:15am
Preschoolers
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Community Engagement,
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My Live Interactive Video Preschool/Kindergarten Storytimes, good for kids ages 4 to 6, are fun, kinetic, and humorous experiences!  I make it a point not just to read books, but to perform them as well!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Live Interactive Video Preschool/Kindergarten Storytime with Mr. Luan

10:30am–11:15am
Preschoolers
Linda Vista Library
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: LV - Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Community Engagement, , Literature, Performing Arts
Event Details:

My Live Interactive Video Preschool/Kindergarten Storytimes, good for kids ages 4 to 6, are fun, kinetic, and humorous experiences!  I make it a point not just to read books, but to perform them as well!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ventriloquist Marc Griffiths Presents Oceans of Possibilities

10:30am–11:15am
All Ages
University Heights Library
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Library Branch: University Heights Library
Room: UH - Children's Area - University Heights
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Featured, Literature, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
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See oceans of possibilities around you and dare to believe! Big puppets, magic & laughter, and inspirational stories! Dive into the Oceans of Possibilities.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Art Class with Mel

10:30am–11:30am
All Ages
La Jolla/Riford Library
Registration Encouraged
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art
Registration Encouraged
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Paint-a-Pot Succulent Garden

10:30am–11:30am
Adults, Older Adults
Paradise Hills Library
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Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library
Room: PH - Reading Area - Paradise Hills
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art,
Event Details:

Join us and local artists, ToshWerks, for a fun, DIY project! Choose an animal pot to decorate and then plant real succulents for a special home/garden decoration. Supplies provided.

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

Sparkles the Clown

10:30am–11:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Kensington-Normal Heights Library
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Library Branch: Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Room: KN - Park Area - Kensington
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Art,
Event Details:

Sparkles is an award-winning clown whose specialty is her hilarious and whimsical magic and bubble shows! She loves making the kids laugh the whole way through!

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

Signing Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
North Park Library
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Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: NP - Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
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Sign language fun for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with Ms. Jennifer!

Come learn some simple signs and songs at this fun weekly event!

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 Craft Time

11:00am–11:45am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
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Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Room: BJ - Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art,
Event Details:

Join us in the Community room for a volunteer led craft session.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Virtual Animation & Video Game Design Using Scratch

11:00am–12:30pm
Teens
SDPL Virtual Branch
Registration Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Online/Virtual, , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Make zombies, princesses and flying carpets come to life as you develop your own online game! Using Scratch software, you will learn about character and storyboard design as you use basic animation to design games.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Watercolor Painting

11:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Registration Encouraged
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Library Branch: Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Room: KN - Adult Area - Kensington
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Join local artist Stephanie to learn watercolor techniques and create a watercolor card ready to send to friends and family.  All materials are supplied and no experience is necessary.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Live Interactive Video Preschool/Kindergarten Drawing Class with Mr. Luan

11:30am–12:15pm
Preschoolers
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Art, Community Engagement,
Event Details:

I'll show kids how to draw basic shapes.  Then we'll add other elements to those shapes to create popular objects like people, bunnies, cars, fish, caterpillars, houses, etc..  Throughout the lessen I'll have them color parts of those ob

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Live Interactive Video Preschool/Kindergarten Drawing Class with Mr. Luan

11:30am–12:15pm
Preschoolers
Linda Vista Library
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: LV - Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Art, Community Engagement,
Event Details:

I'll show kids how to draw basic shapes.  Then we'll add other elements to those shapes to create popular objects like people, bunnies, cars, fish, caterpillars, houses, etc..  Throughout the lessen I'll have them color parts of those ob

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Cancelled

Guided Meditation

11:30am–12:30pm
Adults
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: VA - Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

Guided Meditation

steps to release stress

This event is in the "Teens" group

Admit One: SAT Test Prep

12:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
La Jolla/Riford Library
Registration Encouraged
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: , Library NExT
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Let San Diego Public Library assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college through the Admit One College Prep Academy! Admit One provides an advantage on SAT test preparation.

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

Know Your Rights as a Renter

1:00pm–3:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: CH - Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

San Diego rents are out of control. Know your rights as a tenant and learn more about forming a tenants' union. Presented by Tenant Councils San Diego.

 

https://tenantcouncilssandiego.org/

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Space Out

1:00pm–4:00pm
Elementary School Age
Central Library
Registration Encouraged
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Discovery Corner - Denny Sanford Children's Library - Central
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Buckle your seatbelt and get ready to blast off as you plan your own mission to space! Explore our Earth and then move on to other planets, solar systems and faraway galaxies.

This is an in-person workshop.

This event is in the "All Ages" 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
This event is in the "Teens" group

Summer Reading Program Special Event - Marc Griffiths

2:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Rancho Peñasquitos Library
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Room: RP - Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: All Ages, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Dive into the Oceans of Possibilities!

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

Villa Musica Presents: Jesus Cervates, Violinist

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Older Adults
Kensington-Normal Heights Library
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Library Branch: Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Room: KN - Park Area - Kensington
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: , Performing Arts
Event Details:

Villa Musica staff violinist will preform works for solo violin by Astor Piazzolla, J.S. Bach, Grazyna Bacewicz, The Beatles, Dizzy Gillespie, and more!

*Please bring your own chair*

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

Chess Club

2:00pm–4:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: VA - Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type:
Event Details:

Come learn chess!  All skill levels are welcome. Chess club is for ages 7-17. 

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Craftronics

2:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary School Age
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Registration Encouraged
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Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: PB - Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Learn about electronics and circuits while creating fun crafts projects! Possible projects include a moving origami swan, light-up LED bracelet or robot bug. 

This is an in-person workshop

Reservation

Meera Ramanathan Art Opening Reception

3:30pm–5:30pm
Mission Valley Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: MV - Community Room - Mission Valley
Description of Event

Art Opening Reception

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

Wand Bookmark Kit

3:45pm–5:45pm
Middle School Age, Teens
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Pauline Foster Teen Center (2nd Floor) - Central
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Make your mark on the world of imagination!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Concert: Allison Adams Tucker Trio

4:00pm–5:00pm
All Ages
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
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Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: PB - Cass Street Plaza - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:

Bring chairs or a blanket and enjoy a free outdoor jazz concert on the Cass Street Plaza with the Allison Adams Tucker Trio, presented by the Friends of the Pacific Beach Library.  The 2022 concert series runs from May-Septem

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Violin with Jésus Cervantes

4:30pm–5:30pm
All Ages
Skyline Hills Library
Registration Encouraged
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Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: SK - Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

**Registration is encouraged, but not required**

Brought to you by ENCORE! An Enrichment Program for Designed for Seniors by Villa Musica, San Diego's Community Music Center

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

DayDreamer A New Musical: Staged Reading

7:00pm–10:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
City Heights Performance Annex
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Library Branch: City Heights Performance Annex
Room: CT - Black Box Theatre - Performance Annex
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Local Author, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Attend an exciting staged reading of a new musical! When the sun is stolen from the sky, a young girl sets out on a dangerous journey to end an endless night. DayDreamer is a fantasy story inspired by Mexican culture and shonen anime.