Join us for an hour of chair yoga and meditation; stretch, breathe, and take care of your body. 

Robert Warren leads this popular qi gong class, a mind-body-spirit practice that improves one's mental and physical health by integrating posture, movement, and breathing technique.

Stop by for FREE Tax Preparation help generously provided by AARP.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax preparation to anyone of any age - especially if you are 50 or older or can't afford paid tax preparation.

Babies and toddlers ages 0-18 months and their caregivers will enjoy songs, lap-sits and rhymes that foster early literacy skills.

Join us every third Thursday of the month for a very special bilingual storytime. Here children will be introduced to different languages, songs, stories and fun! 

Join us for the fun, sweet musical stylings of Hooray Miss Marae!  Singing and dancing is a great way to start your day!

Join us for a storytime that fosters early literacy!  Features books, songs, action rhymes, and finger plays that invite participation.  Ages 1-5.  Every Thursday. 

Come let your baby or toddler learn about the world by exploring. Little ones are able to make noise, play, and meet new friends. This is a loosely structured, baby-led program of play, stories, bubbles, songs and more.

Join us as we read, sing, and dance this special Storytime, which encourages a love of reading and builds essential early literacy skills. A unique craft follows each Storytime.

Bring the kiddos to the library every Thursday morning for a variety of play!  Storytime, crafts, dancing, songs and most of all FUN!

Children learn simple signing in a fun, storytime format.

Join Ms. Camille and Ms. Melissa every Thursday at the OB Rec Center for storytime and free play for children 0 to 5 years old. Each week children will have the opportunity to explore and socialize and so will their caregivers!

For young children (ages 2-6) and their families: learn important social skills, problem-solving, and early literacy through cooperative games! In partnership with Toy Hermit.

Embark on an exciting imaginary journey to Antarctica! Discover the wonders of the South Pole as you explore its unique climate and breathtaking natural habitats.

Are you looking to learn some computer skills?  These sessions—with instruction, hands-on opportunities, and plenty of time for questions and answers—are just for you!  

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Preschool storytime for babies, toddlers, and all preschoolers!

Welcome families to Stay and Play. This program is focused towards children 0-5 years old and their caregivers. Every Thursday we will offer free play.

Recommended for ages 2-5, this storytime program includes books, songs, games, and early literacy fun! A to-go craft will be provided at the end.

Join us as Literature Comes to Life brings a special Spring Storytime where the children help act out the story. Children learn to love literature as they become storybook characters and participate in living stories.

Join us for a special Storytime in Kensington Park. We will have Ms. Zeina visiting to do a special bilingual Arabic English Storytime for Ramadan. Bring a blanket to sit on and get ready for stories, songs, and bubbles! Recommended for ages 1-5.

Please join Ms. Ellie or Ms. Helene for storytime, songs, and some fun!

Children 0-5 years old and their caregivers are invited to join us for Odi Buddies! We will sing songs, do rhymes, fingerplays, shake our shakers and have fun!

The Southern Caregiver Resource Center will table at the library to offer information and resources to the community about caregiver support services. 

After Preschool Storytime, we will be hosting a Stay and Play! 

Parents and Caregivers- play with your children or watch them as they play with other children. 

Storybox Theatre is a wonderful way to present illustrated stories to youngsters.  Storybox is the American name we have given to the Japanese storytelling tradition called kamishibai.  (Kami = paper; shibai = theatre).  A storytell

Drop in for any technical assistance needed with our Digital Navigator every Thursday. 

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.&nbsp

Get crafty at the library every week! Each week there will be a unique craft that is fun for all ages. All supplies will be provided.

Sometimes known as a Surrealist painter, Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) is probably Mexico’s best known artist, known for her vibrant colors, unflinching self portraiture, and her celebration of the indigenous culture.

Whether you’re new to creative writing or have been at it for years, come join this fun, weekly drop-in class. You’ll learn techniques to polish your writing craft in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Learn how to play ukulele! 

You don't have to own a ukulele: bring your own, or borrow one for the class. Learn basic chords and strumming. Fun and easy for beginners. 

The group meets the third Thursday of every month at the La Jolla Library from 2pm to 3pm. This is an opportunity to read and share poems you have written.

Monthly meeting of Serra Mesa Village 

Interested in achieving better brain function while improving your memory, cognitive abilities, and strategic thinking? Then play chess!

Chess is played by over 600 million people and is the most popular game in the world.

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?

Providing enrichment for our animal friends is incredibly important! During this monthly program you can help us make fun and easy enrichment items for homeless animals at our local Humane Society. 

Family Arts Collaborative invites you to learn about African American artist Alma Woodsey Thomas who worked with vibrant colors. Visual artist Stacie Greene talks about the artist and leads a workshop based on Thomas’s famous work “The Eclipse”.

Come to the North Park Library for this month's book club meeting! 

This month, the club will be discussing "Tom Lake" by Ann Patchett. Pick up a copy of the book at the circulation desk and then discuss it with fellow book lovers!

All levels of Chess experience are welcome - beginners to advanced.

All ages, children and adults!

Please join us in the Community Room on Thursdays to play the game of Go! Players of all experience levels are welcome to join, and the library will provide 13 x 13 boards you can use to play with others.

 Let's get creative with Perler Beads! You can make keychains, coasters, necklaces, bracelets, or ornaments by creating any designs using little beads bonded together with heat.  It's easy, lots of fun, and even meditative.

Uke players of all skill levels are invited to come together to strum, sing, learn, teach, share, and most of all, have fun. 

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.

Study and get help from our homework coaches! 

Please check in with library staff if you have questions.

Subject to change based on volunteer availability.

The Spring Small Business Resource Fair is a vibrant networking and educational event designed to connect local entrepreneurs and small business owners with valuable resources, tools and expert guidance.

Join our History Matters Book Club for Middle Graders! For 4th-8th graders, this group will meet monthly on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 3:30pm at the La Jolla/Riford Library. In partnership with Mt.

Join a friendly group of people discussing interesting books.

Chess is played by over 600 million people and is the most popular game in the world. We welcome players with all levels of chess experience from beginners to advanced. Recommended for ages 10 and up.

Un grupo de apoyo para cualquier persona que apoye a alguien que vive con pérdida de memoria.  

Gratis, 1er y 3er jueves del mes.

En español.

Más información: alzsd.org/support-groups 

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!

TODAY'S CLASS WILL MEET IN THE IDEA LAB. 

FREE and open to all, but great for Grades 9 to 12, College and young Graduates!

Children’s craft every Thursday at 4pm. Join us every week to learn a different medium, how to recycle everyday materials into art, and explore monthly observances and holidays!

Make a Frida Kahlo self portrait and learn to blend colors!

Join us for an hour of crocheting at the library! You can use our supplies, or bring your own projects. Ask questions, learn the basics, or talk to other crocheters while practicing the craft. 

Join us for our first ever session of Duct It, where you create and decorate your own DIY craft using colorful duct tape and sharpies.

For March, we'll be making a simple keychain. Creativity encouraged!

Explore the “ins and outs” of the body's many systems as they work together to help us do everything from basic everyday functions to some amazing feats! 

Come to the library and plant a sunflower seed in a compostable pot that can be planted directly into a pot at home or into your garden in honor of the spring season. 

Join us every Thursday from 4:00 - 5:30 pm for Chess in the 1st floor Mary Hollis Clark Conference Center, off of the main lobby of the San Diego Central Library.

Do you love competitive board game classics like Jenga, Dominoes, Uno, Monopoly, or maybe relaxing by working on a jigsaw puzzle? Drop by the Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab with your friends and play!

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. 

Enjoy a family night where students and their group create together.  Please register all participants including parents, relatives, etc.

Looking for ways to support your local library and community? Join the Balboa Branch Friends of the Library! We need you!!!

Community outreach meeting.

Monthly meeting of the Serra Mesa Planning Group