This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Haunted House

All Day
All Ages
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: All Ages
This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Appy Hour

9:30am - 10:30am
Adults, Older Adults
University Community Library
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Library Branch: University Community Library
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: , Science/STEAM
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Get help using library apps such as Cloud Library, SDPL To Go and more. Bring your phone or tablet and we’ll help you make the most of the library apps you use most. 

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This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Meditation

9:30am - 10:30am
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
Event Details:

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: 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.

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.
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Haunted Library

9:30am - 6:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
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Do You dare Enter the Haunted Library? For a limited time only our community room will be transformed into an underworld of ghouls, ghosts and aliens! Open all Friday 10/26 9:30am to 6pm, Saturday 9:30am to 6, and Monday 10/31 11:30am to 8pm.

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

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

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

Art Therapy presented by SWC

10:00am - 12:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
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Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Community Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art,
Event Details:

Focuses on the use of art as a creative expression and a therapeutic process.  Utilizes a variety of art media to promote self-expression, to develop coping skills, and to mediate emotional and physical challenges and limitations. 

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

Craftronics

10:00am - 1:00pm
Middle School Age
University Heights Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: University Heights Library
Room: Children's Area - University Heights
Age Group: Middle School Age
Program Type: , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

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

This is an in-person workshop.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tech Help: Drop-in Help (Computer Lab)

10:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
Skyline Hills Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type:
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
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The San Diego Futures Foundation is hosting a Microsoft Word series that covers learning basic to intermediate skills. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friends of Malcolm X Library Book Sale

10:00am - 3:00pm
All Ages
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Lobby East (from parking lot)
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Stop by to say hello to some of the Friends of Malcolm X Library and choose from a selection of new and used books for children and adults!

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
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Halloween Storytime Outdoors

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
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Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Literature
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Get a head start on your Halloween festivities with a special spooktacular storytime and songs.  We'll be on the grass under the trees.  Be sure to wear your costumes!

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

Halloween Craft - Make a Candy Corn Necklace

10:30am - 12:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Rancho Peñasquitos Library
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Room: Front Plaza - Rancho Penasquitos
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Want to add a treat to your costume and add a bit of style to your Halloween?

Create a candy corn necklace!

Materials will be provided (cauldrons not included!).

 

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: Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type:
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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 "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

Literature Comes to Life: Big Pumpkin

11:00am - 11:45am
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
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
Program Type: Literature, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Children from the audience will have a chance to act out Big Pumpkin by Erica Silverman. Teacher Stacey Wein provides expert direction and luxurious costumes.  

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

Virtual Lights, Camera, Acting

11:00am - 12:30pm
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, Science/STEAM
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Bitten by the acting bug? Try out different styles of acting, from TV and films to musical theater and even a little Shakespeare.

This is a virtual workshop.

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.
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Villa Musica Guitar (Adults/Children)

11:00am - 1:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Gracia Molina de Pick & Richard Allen Pick Centro Cultural
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, , Performing Arts
Event Details:

Free guitar classes. People must register on or before start date.

Adult Guitar (ages 13+): 11am-12pm

Group Guitar (Ages 7-9): 12-12:30 pm

Group Guitar (Ages 10-12): 12:30-1pm

 

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

Lego Free Play

11:00am - 3:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
North Clairemont Library
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Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Room: Children's Area - North Clairemont
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Saturdays starting at 11:00am.

Legos will be provided.

City Heights Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) Celebration

11:00am - 6:00pm
City Heights/Weingart Library
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Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Community Room - City Heights/Weingart
Program Type: Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, En Español, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Altars, entertainment, and raffles. Free community event to celebrate Day of the Dead.

This is a family friendly event with crafts, community altars, live entertainment, free raffles for prizes, and more!

 

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

City Heights Day of the Dead Celebration

11:00am - 6:00pm
All Ages
City Heights Performance Annex
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Library Branch: City Heights Performance Annex
Room: Black Box Theatre
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

The City Heights Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Resident Committee invites you to this year’s Dia de los Muertos event. The event will be celebrating its 25th Anniversary.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Admit One: SAT Test Prep

11:30am - 4:00pm
Teens
Logan Heights Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Community Room - Logan Heights
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: , Library NExT
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 14
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 and ACT test preparation.

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Sugar Skulls Craft-RESCHEDULED

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
North Park Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

In honor of Dia de Los Muertos, come make your own colorful sugar skull at North Park Library!  All supplies will be provided.  One craft per registrant.  Online registration is required. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Manage Your Future

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: , Library NExT
Event Details:

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

ESL Conversation Class

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Homework Center
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Citizenship and Immigration,
Event Details:

This is a great way to improve your English conversation skills. The class is open to all skill levels. Come in on Saturday afternoons and practice with us!

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

The Swingin' with Dean Show

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Rancho Bernardo Library
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Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:

Dean Ratzman is a veteran of stage. He is a smooth and talented solo performer who plays piano, trumpet, trombone, and sings. His audience rapport, humorous twists, and style of arrangements provides for a highly entertaining performance.

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.
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Villa Musica Mariachi Ensemble

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Gracia Molina de Pick & Richard Allen Pick Centro Cultural
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, , Performing Arts
Event Details:

Registration is required at Logan Heights Library. Or email Villa Musica's director, Aarong at :abullard@villamusica.org for more information

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

CANCELLED-Marine Mammals of California

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Elementary School Age
North Park Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Get to know the mammals that live off San Diego’s coast, from playful dolphins to majestic whales. Through a variety of activities, we’ll explore the amazing adaptations of these marine mammals.

This is an in-person workshop.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Field Trip: JazzReach

3:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
La Jolla/Riford Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performing Arts
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

La Jolla Music Society presents the Metta Quintet in performance with students from Mission Bay High School. This performance is offered in partnership with San Diego Unified School District's Visual and Performing Arts Department. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

ASC Youth Committee Co-Heart Workshops

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Skyline Hills Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Patio - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Teens
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

As a part of Asian Solidarity Collective’s Youth Committee’s “Co-HEART Campaign” on Healing x Art in the community, speaker, poet and facilitator, Mr.

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.

Children's Event- Pumpkin Decorating

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
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
Program Type: Art
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Join us for a fun afternoon of pumpkin decorating!

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.
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Thriller Dance Last Rehearsal

4:00pm - 5:00pm
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: Cass Street Plaza
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Let's get ready for Halloween by getting down to Michael Jackson's Thriller dance on the Pacific Beach Library's Cass Street Plaza!

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.

Virtual Tech Help Classes

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
SDPL Virtual Branch
Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Online/Virtual, , IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

Teens Teach Technology is a community of high schoolers striving to bridge the generational gap and empower everyone by teaching the basics of technology.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Monster Open Mic Night

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Celebration Month, Featured, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Teen Open Mic Night with a monstrous theme in honor of Frankenstein Week at La Jolla Library. Perform or present or be entertained. Plus candy!

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.

Thriller Night

5:00pm - 5:30pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Cass Street Plaza
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 96
Event Details:

Let's get ready for Halloween by getting down to Michael Jackson's Thriller dance on the Pacific Beach Library's Cass Street Plaza!

Learning the Dance