Cover to Cover Reading Program
Beginning October 7th, all San Diego Library branches will participate in the annual In-N-Out Burger "Cover to Cover Club" Reading Program for children ages 4 to 12, from Oct 7 - Nov 18.
This is the perfect class for all those mini-movers out there! It’s filled with creative movement, lots of fun music and dance games.
Tai Chi Moving for Better Balance (Tai Ji Quan) has been shown to improve balance and mobility and reduce the risk of falls. People of all ability levels are welcome. This class can be conducted from a seated or standing position. 
The Den: In-Person AMA with Library Staff
Stop by the Kensington-Normal Heights Branch Library on Mondays for The Den: a Monday Morning Koffee Klatch In-Person "Ask Me Anything (AMA)" program. The event is a session with the Branch Manager, Erni Barros, to answer questions and get f
NEED TECH HELP AND TECH RESOURCES?!
The City of San Diego and the San Diego Futures Foundation are offering FREE Digital Navigator drop-in services.
Friends of the Tierrasanta Branch Library's Used Book Sale! 11:30am-5pm
The Friends of the Tierrasanta Branch Library is in full swing once again with their monthly used book sale! Come on in and see what we have and get great bargains. We will be here 3 days at 4985 La Cuenta Drive San Diego, CA 92124
Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary-school age kids, this simple dance program will feature popular songs. Families, it’s time to get your groove on!
Signing fun with songs, stories, and fingerplays as well as tips for using sign language as a preverbal communication tool with your baby. Geared to ages 0+.
Dance It Out! Bilingual Storytime
Join us in this dancing storytime that geared towards toddlers and their parents. Enjoy new and classic stories of all kinds and get ready to get all those wiggles out and dance away the jiggles and pent up energy!
Mindful Meditation
Mindful meditation can help lower heart rate, respiration, blood pressure, and stress. Instructors from the Healthy Adventures Foundation will lead participants in meditative breathing, a contract/relax exercise, and guided imagery. At
Body Dynamics, by San Diego Continuing Education
This class provides students with an understanding of the Breath-Mind-Body dynamic and its relationship to health and wellness during the aging process. Students learn breathing techniques for self-care, mental resilience, and physical relax
Come thrive in fitness and wellness with Tai Chi! Introducing the Chinese Tai Ji Quan (Tai Chi) traditional exercise for body and mind while emphasizing muscle tone, flexibility, relaxation, and stress reduction.
A Mah Jong Group for adults is meeting every Monday and Thursday from 1:00pm-3:30pm. Knowledge of American Mah Jong rules is required to play. Please bring your own Mah Jong tiles if possible.
A lively discussion of today’s modern literature.
DIY Friendship Bracelets Inspired by Taylor Swift
Make beaded friendship bracelets to keep or trade with friends in preparation for the release of Taylor Swift’s “The Eras Tour Concert Film” in theaters on October 13th!
A representative from Sweetwater Union High School Adult Education will be available to discuss career and educational opportunities.
In the Spring of 2020 (yes, during the depths of a pandemic), Villa Musica opened its third satellite site at the College-Rolando Library.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE 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.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE 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.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE 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.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE 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.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE 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.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE 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.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE 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.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE 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.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE 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.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE 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.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE 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.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE 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.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE 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.
Need to finish some homework, work on a project, study for a test, or just relax and read a book away from the distractions at home?
Ages 5-12
Let's get creative! Express your creativity through a fun craft.
LEGO Power Hour
Join us every Monday for LEGO Power Hour! Build your own creations to display in our library. Program will take place in our study rooms 3 and 4.
Filipino American History Month Film Screening: Easter Sunday
Set around a family gathering to celebrate Easter Sunday, the comedy is based on Jo Koy's life experiences and stand-up comedy. Starring Jo Koy, Tia Carrere, Lou Diamond Phillips, Lydia Gaston, and Brandon Wardell.
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.
SD Opera Words & Music - Fall Session
Words and Music
San Diego Opera’s Words and Music program is a collection of long-term in-school, after-school, and summer artist residencies.
Crafty Club (ages 6-12)
Join us for a fun afterschool craft class for ages 6-12.
Don't forget to nurture your creativity.
All supplies are provided.
Join us on the second Monday of each month for a fun book discussion and craft for kids aged 8-12. This month we will be discussing Alan Gratz Ban This Book. While supplies last, we will be giving kids paperback copies to keep.
Join us each Monday as teens read with kids of all ages or assist them with math. An easy way for children to build reading and math skills and interact with a positive teen role model.
The Teen Game Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch and PS4. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Gang Beasts and more.
Homework Help
Get personalized help with English, math, science, and more with one of our friendly, qualified homework coaches. No registration required. First come, first served. Grades K-12.
Join us at the Legler Benbough Teen IDEALab to make your onw melodies! We will use music creating software and transpose the creations to paper in order to play it in a music box! Contact us for any questions!
Join in on a fun filled afternoon of crafting. Materials provided. Designed for grades K - 3rd.
Homework Help
Teachers piling it on?
Get free homework assistance provided by teen and adult volunteers on a drop-in basis on Monday afternoons. No appointment necessary!
Not scheduled on school holidays and non-instruction dates.
Lego Playtime
Kids can enjoy being creative by building with LEGO blocks and DUPLO bricks. It's a great opportunity for exploring with new ideas, as well as sharing concepts and strategies with other attendees.
All Of Us Productions-Free Kids and Teens acting and modeling classes to the community
Kids Modeling and acting Classes to the Community.
Pajama Storytime
Come join us every Monday at 5:30pm in the children's area for pajama storytime. Children are encouraged to come in their pajamas and enjoy stories read by their local librarian. A arts and crafts activity will follow every storytime.
Meditation for a Happy Life
Learn and practice meditation, improve harmony at home and at work, and build your wisdom and inner peace. This secular and modern approach to traditional Buddhist teachings is led by Ashley Davis, co-founder of The Center for Harmonious Liv
Community Plant Swap & Plant Neighbors: Native Plants of City Heights Canyons. A Presentation by SD Canyonlands.
Bring your plant cuttings, seedlings, surplus harvest or plants that need a new home to swap with other gardeners to our Monthly Community Plant Swap! All types of plants are welcome—please label if possible.
In partnership with Rainbow Spaces come grab your character sheets and get ready to roll! We're playing Dungeons and Dragons at the library so get ready to have your character's story told here!
Adult Craft Program - Recycled Cork Keychain
Make a fun wine cork key chain and add beads and charms to personalize it. All materials provided.
Adult Craft: fREADom Magic Cube
Learn how to make a Magic Cube! We will provide the supplies needed to make the cubes and some sample images, or you can personalize your cube by bringing your own special pics.
Café y Conversacion
¿Quieres practicar tu inglés? Practica en el grupo de conversación en inglés. ¡Se proporcionará café, té y galletas!
Girls Who Code Club Meeting
WHAT IS A GIRLS WHO CODE CLUB?
Come build your creations while making new friends! All Legos will be supplied by the North University Community Branch Library. Your creation may even be featured in our display case!
Signing Pajama Storytime
Join us for pajama storytime with...sign language basics to foster early literacy skills.
This program is offered inside in our Community Room, and no registration is required.
Sugar Skulls Craft for Adults!
In honor of Dia de Los Muertos, come make your own vibrant sugar skull at North Park Library!
Thriller Dance Rehearsal
Let's get ready for Halloween by getting down to Michael Jackson's Thriller dance on the Pacific Beach Library's Cass Street Plaza!
Cancelled 10/09/23 - Fortune & Glory - SDPL's Role-Playing Game Program for Adults
Explore New Worlds! Embark on Epic Adventures!
Have you ever wanted to play role-playing games like Dungeons and Dragons, but didn't know where to start?
Picture This is canceled for Monday, 10/09/23. We apologized for any inconvenience.
Swing Dance Under the Dome!
Swing dance comes to the library! Swing Dancing San Diego will lead a free introductory lesson and host a rooftop dance under the Dome!
Pajama Storytime with Ms. Carrie
Put on your favorite PJs and join Ms. Carrie in the Community Room Monday evenings for a pajama storytime.
Pajamas are encouraged, but not required. No sign up required.
Put on your pajamas, grab your favorite stuffed animal and head to the library for storytime.
Pajama Storytime
Join Ms. Jackie for stories and songs to get the little ones ready for bedtime!
Faux Insect Halloween Cloche
Get ready to paint an eerie insect of your choice to arrange and display in a unique spooky cloche dome decoration. Join ToshWerks for another fun and creative craft project! Registration required. For ages 10+
Friends of the Library Author Talk: Jennifer Coburn
Jennifer Coburn is the author of the highly-anticipated historical novel, Cradles of the Reich, about three very different women living at a Nazi Lebensborn breeding home at the start of World War ll.
For more information please email: bcnclairemont@gmail.com
You may discover your next great read.
Books are available at the front desk. Ask for your copy.
Join us for Book Club's monthly meeting! In honor of Hispanic-Latine Heritage Month, we picked titles that highlight Hispanic-Latin culture!
Here are our picks:
Las Madres: A Novel by Esmeralda Santiago
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An Evening with Dave Eggers Presented by Library Foundation SD
Library Foundation SD and San Diego Central Library present NYT best-selling author Dave Eggers and his new book