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Come enjoy stories and active songs!

Children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy simple stories, songs and community.  Reading practice helps young ones to develop school readiness skills and also encourages  perspective-taking, enhanced language ability, and critica

Join Children’s Librarian Miss Julie for stories, songs, fingerplays, and lots of fun!  This program is designed for children ages 2-4.

In this highly interactive, music-based storytime program, children have the opportunity to play musical instruments, learn beats with rhythm sticks, and dance and move to the sounds. All ages are welcome to attend.

For babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Learn signs to use with your child! Signing fun with songs, stories, and finger plays as well as tips for using sign language as a preverbal communication tool with your little one.

Join in as we read, sing, dance, and play at Toddler Storytime!  Come and build essential early literacy skills and foster a love of reading. Designed for children ages 1-3.

Join Ms. Carrie, on Zoom, Wednesday mornings for virtual stories, songs, and fun that foster early literacy skills.

Baby/Toddler Storytime got too big... We now have two storytimes which are exactly the same back to back at 10:00 am  and at 11:00 am.

Dance, sing, laugh, and enjoy engaging stories with Carrie The Librarian! This program is recommended for ages 2-5 but all ages are welcome at this fun weekly program. 

Mind and Body Fitness is done mostly standing or in a chair. No mats required.
Space is limited to 25 people per class.

Be sure to get to the library a little early, this class fills up fast!

Need a space for your little one to play and socialize with other toddlers?

Play time for juvenile is necessary as it is for adults for a better well being. Come relax and enjoy your time with others.

This bilingual program is designed for preschool children to experience both English and French in a fun, engaging setting. During each session, we will read stories and sing in both languages. 

Join Ms. Jessica select Wednesdays for an interactive Storytime featuring books, music, movement, and crafts to encourage Early Literacy skills.

Ages walker to 5 recommended. All abilities welcome. 

Meet us in Kensington Park on Wednesday, May 24th at 10:30am for story time in the park. There will be stories, songs, and bubbles. Bring a blanket to sit on in the grass. This story time is recommended for kids between the ages of 0-5.

It is how it sounds: Show & Tell!  Every child has the opportunity to share something in the course of the program!  If your child isn't much of a speaker yet, no worries!  He can show everyone

Play time for juvenile is necessary as it is for adults for a better well being. Come relax and enjoy your time with others.

Ms. Jackie reads fun stories and sings songs followed by craft time.

Join us on the 4^th Wednesday of the month for STEM Storytime with Ms. Joslyn.

Baby/Toddler Storytime got too big... We now have two storytimes which are exactly the same back to back at 10:00 am  and at 11:00 am.

Library for All is a monthly arts and crafts program for adults with special needs. People of all abilities are welcome to participate in this event.

This month's craft is: flower pot painting.

Are you unsure of how to share pictures from your phone? Are you baffled by Word?

Need tech help and tech resources?  The City of San Diego and SDFF is offering Free Digital Navigator services.  Drop-in or call for assistance. 1 (800) 350-6945

Stop in for one on one assistance with your technology questions or for assistance in applying for low/no cost computers or Internet.  

Get together with your friends after school and have fun with a big box of different STEAM projects and games.

During this class, students will understand the benefits of being active. Students will recognize the different types of exercise. We will discover what it means to be moderate active.

Join us for Pre-school and elementary story time and craft. 

Join us on the Patio outside the children's room for arts and crafts after school every Wednesday at 2pm.

Activities are designed for school age children.  Young kids may require parent assistance.

This month's discussion is The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner.

Stop by the library on Governor Dr. to pick up a copy. Contact Melissa Martin for further information.

2023 Selections:

Join us for story-inspired stretches, music, and child-friendly props! We conclude by using our breath to transition from silly to calm. Please bring a mat or towel.

Ages 3-8.  

Join us every Wednesday for games and snacks! Play fun board games, card games, and more!

Discover more about science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) through activities, demonstrations, and experiments at our Discovery Club program. For ages 6-12. Siblings are welcome. 

The Mission Hills Mystery Book Club attendees discuss a mystery novel on the 4th Wednesday of each month at 3:00 PM. Pick up this month's book at the Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Branch Library.

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

Don't stop learning this summer!  stop by any of our Homework Centers to hone your skills.  We've got games, learning activities, STEAM crafts, and more fun ways to learn.

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

Kids K through 8: having trouble with homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

Free music classes for kids by Villa Musica!

Music Adventures ages 5-6, 3:15-4:00pm

La-Ti-Do (singing) ages 7-10, 4:00-4:45pm

Calling all LEGO Builders!

Put your engineering and problem-solving skills to the test by taking part in unique LEGO building challenges or let your imagination run wild and build your own special LEGO creations.

Each week's L

Violin classes with Villa Musica!

Violin ages 7-9, 3:30-4:00

Violin ages 10-12, 4:00-4:45

Come play modern boards games in the library! Staff will provide a selection of the best in recent board and card games. Come with your friends or meet new ones!

In the Spring of 2020 (yes, during the depths of a pandemic), Villa Musica opened its third satellite site at the College-Rolando Library.

Teen IDEA Lab is now open!

The Teen IDEA Lab is a space to be used for creative projects that require specialized equipment and software.

Featuring a music studio, makerspace, and multimedia stations. 

Join this workshop and repurpose an old book into a piece of art.

Join us every Wednesday at 4pm for Kid's Arts and Crafts. Every week a librarian staff member will instruct children on how to create something new that they will then get to take home.

Build something AMAZING!

Join your children's librarian for stories, songs and fun activities by the sea on the grass at Ellen Browning Scripps Park at La Jolla Cove. 

Join us as Alison (from Hooray Miss Marae!) shares tips and tricks on getting kids started playing the ukulele!  No experience required!  

Learn how to knit and crochet! Teen edition, ages 12-18 only. Beginners welcome.

The Teen Game Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch, PS4 and more.

Classes will be held every Wednesday starting on May 3rd at 4:15 pm for five weeks. Classes are structured for children ages 6 to 12 years. Come and learn about the art and culture of Breakin’ presented by CYPHER ST8.

Ages 0-5

Sign language fun for babies, toddlers and preschoolers with Ms. Jennifer!

Monthly meeting for the Serra Mesa Community Council.