A story time designed for toddlers, featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and finger plays.

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

On Wednesday, April 24 at 10:00 AM, celebrate Earth Day (a little bit late) at Earth Day Storytime. Kids will learn basic concepts about caring for the environment. This program is designed for children ages 2-4.

In this highly interactive, music-based storytime program, children have the opportunity to make music, learn beats, and dance and move to the sounds. All ages are welcome to attend.

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 us in the library's spacious community room where we can all safely space out for a Storytime with Miss Melissa or Miss Jennifer appropriate for preschoolers.

We will pass out “tickets” right before storytime.

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. 

Sensory play. Join us outside to play with our new sensory tables. Mud play, sand play, and more! Program takes place in the backside of our patio.

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!

Join us in the patio. Bring your own book or as library staff for a recommendation. 

Tea & coffee provided. 

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.

Venga a hablar sobre cómo nos comunicamos con los nuestros sobre la demencia.

Welcome families to Stay and Play!

Opens for shopping

If you are concerned about changes in your memory, the Sharp Neurocognitive Research Center is offering free screenings to help detect early signs of memory loss and other cognitive issues. 

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. 

Toddler Story Time in Kensington Park will be held at 10:30am. There will be stories, songs, and bubbles! Join the fun!

Join us for a hands-on experience in the art of beeswax candle making. Learn how to make rolled beeswax candles from sheets of beeswax and decorative colored wax.

Learn different ways to exercise and get our body moving everyday for better health.

Join us for Toddler Storytime Outdoors with Mrs. Suzanne!  We'll have fun reading a book, singing songs & dancing to get our wiggles out.

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

Ages 0-3

Join us for story time, healthy snacks, and play time geared for young children and their caregivers.  This special time is dedicated to early literacy, fine motor skills, and problem solving through play.  

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

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

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

We will pass out “tickets” right before storytime.

We will be taking a walk on the wild side to meet animals from all around the world! We have four legged, no legged, furry and scaly friends who are the best creature teachers!

Palmistry: A fun informative look at the palms in our area!

A gathering of intermediate & advanced players who want to enjoy a few rounds of mahjong together!

Materials are provided

Food assembly and snacks for babies, toddlers, and caregivers. Supplies are limited, so it's first come, first served.

Looking for some new reads? Check out the Pennies for Pages Book Sale where select books are just a penny! New and gently used books for Children and Adults are available. Come find some fresh finds without breaking the bank.

Bring a mat and towel to enjoy a calming and gentle yoga experience.

No registration necessary.

Presented by Healthy Adventures.

Classes for beginners offered every Wednesday April 3rd - April 24th from 12:30 - 2:30. Please register at the form below!

Materials are provided.

A whole food plant-based lifestyle is the longest studied and most scientifically proven way to obtain optimal health.

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.

Finish out the school day at the University Heights Branch Library as Miss Helene, the Youth Services Librarian, presents some energizing and entertaining stories, favorite children's songs, musical instruments, and some creative arts & crafts

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!

Join us every Wednesday at the Ocean Beach Library to read to DK, our bearded dragon or Darwin, our Ball Python. Practice your skills and gain confidence by reading to these enthusiastic and non-judgmental reptiles.

Celebrate Earth’s Day and show your love for the planet by creating your very own terrarium. Program is for youths between the ages of 7 to 14. All the materials will be provided.

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.

Why be BORED when there is BOARD Game Club every Wednesday, 3:00-5:00?  Come on down to the Children's and teen area where you will find classic board games as well as steam based games.  Bring your friends - or make new ones.

Children's violin classes. 

Weekly ESL tutoring

Weekly tutoring

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?

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.

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.

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 8th: 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.

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

This 6-week class is designed for students in grades 3 through 8 with little or no prior coding experience. Students will learn how to program in Java, a language that can be used to make applications, Web sites, or even games.

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 iMac workstations and so much more!

*Lego Club and Arts and Crafts will be on Wednesdays starting April 3rd.

Come the library for Arts and crafts for children 5 and up.  No registration needed and materials are provided.

Join us and local artists Toshwerks for a fun, hands-on DIY crafty project recommended for ages 8 and up: a SWANA (Southwest Asian and North African) Celebration Lantern. 

Our Shared River, Our Shared Water: Art Exhibit Event

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 and PS5. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Fortnite, Gang Beasts and more. 

🌟 Step into the mesmerizing world of anime at our teen Anime Club! Wednesdays at 4:00 pm! 🌟

Come enjoy pizza and free giveaways during our last hurrah before the temporary closure!

Community members with a basic grasp of English language can have fun themed conversations and build relationships with one another. We will talk about ourselves, our cultures, and more.

Join us for a fun afternoon of dance instruction for kids and adults. Children and adults from beginners to experienced are welcome to join this amazing group of talented performers to improve their skills.