My Live Interactive Video Preschool/Kindergarten Storytimes, good for kids ages 4 to 6, are fun, kinetic, and humorous experiences!  I make it a point not just to read books, but to perform them as well!

My Live Interactive Video Preschool/Kindergarten Storytimes, good for kids ages 4 to 6, are fun, kinetic, and humorous experiences!  I make it a point not just to read books, but to perform them as well!

Meet for a different book selection every third Tuesday of the month. Read the book Still Life by Sarah Winman and then join a lively book discussion here at Balboa Branch Library.

Join us at the City Heights Recreation Center to teach your kids how to garden!

Join us at the City Heights Recreation Center for a series of activites during the Rec Center's Summer Lunch program, which offers free lunch for all kids from 11am-12pm. See dates below for specific activites: 

Come join us every Tuesday at 11:30am for Music and Motion! This program is designed to introduce babies and toddlers to music, dance and instruments. We will learn new motor skills, shake our sillies out and sing at the top of our lungs.

An instructor from Silver Age Yoga will lead a yoga program that can be done on a mat or a chair.  Silver Age Yoga is a 501(c)(3) whose mission is to provide health enhancing yoga classes for seniors.  Although this program is designed f

Come learn a new skill or start up an old hobby while you make new friends! Have you ever found yourself needing to keep your hands busy while you sit, or in need of some way to express yourself through art? 

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.

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.

Work on your flexibility, strength building and quiet your mind with functional movement practice. Participate at your own ability. Wear flexible clothing and bring any preferred yoga equipment.

Baby Play & Learn is designed to support the development of children ages 0-24 months. This program includes stories, rhymes, songs, and movement activities  followed by an open play time.

Come one, come all to this story time designed for little ones and their caregivers. Enjoy songs, rhymes, and books with captivating illustrations. 

Storybox Kamishibai Storytime

Before TV and comic books existed in Japan, there was kamishibai, or paper theater. 

Whether you're new to meditation or have been practicing for years, this session is designed to immerse yourself in relaxation and tranquility as you are guided through various techniques, including breathwork, visualization, and mindfulness exerc

Help your child explore and reinforce their knowledge of the alphabet this summer! Through engaging Animal Alphabet crafts, songs, letter writing, and activities, your child will build a solid foundation for reading.

DIY Tuesdays

Whether you are learning or have several works in progress, Stitchin' Time is your time to knit, crochet, or sew alongside other friendly crafters. 

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!

Kids 1st through 8: This summer we will be available to help students build on their math and reading skills to prevent the dreaded "summer slide"!

Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is more than simply putting flowers in a container. It is a disciplined art form that breathes life into each composition, harmonizing the elements of nature and humanity.

This adult art class features drawing and painting while enjoying relaxing music and socializing with others. No previous experience is needed. All supplies provided.

Open to the public and are free of charge. Play variety board games.

Join us for our Book Club, which meets on the third Tuesday of every month.  The July selection is City on Fire by Don Winslow.  We hope to see you there!  Copies of the book will be available at the front desk.

Bring your current project and crochet along with our library staff. Want to learn how to crochet? We'll supply the materials to teach you. Stuck on a project or have questions? We'll help you with it. Knitters are also welcome!

Learn about the basic foundation of Environmental Sciences! This course builds an understanding of the living world, environmental issues, and sustainability through engaging activities, demos, and instruction. 

DYH@L Presents: Summer Enrichment
Drop in hours: 1pm-4pm 

Sharpen Your Skills This Summer!

Join us for Summer Bridge Activities--a fun exciting way to stay sharp, learn new things, and prepare for the next school year!

What's in store?

Let’s have fun while exploring our reading skills! 

Reading, phonics, writing and other helpful practices in Language Arts are some of the topics that will be covered.

Join Bernadette with Silver Age Yoga for gentle yoga classes that can be done on a mat or seated in a chair.

All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your mat and water.

Space is limited. First come, first served.

If your teen is interested in coding and computer science, we welcome you to join this discussion lead by a member of the LEAGUE of Amazing Programmers, a San Diego-based nonprofit organization focused on coding educatio

Join The League of Amazing Programmers for an exciting Hour of Code at Mission Valley Library! Discover the power of Python programming and learn the fundamentals from expert instructors.

The Teen Game Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch and PS5. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Fortnite, Gang Beasts, Marvel Rivals, NBA 2K and more. 

Creative Collective promotes wellness and enrichment through art-making experiences. Join our open-ended art-making program where you are free to be creative and expressive with many different forms of art!

Look! Over there! Coming out of that library! It's  . . . BOOKMAN! Using the superpower of reading, BOOKMAN has magically traveled all around the world – even into space!

Never used a computer before or have very little experience? Learn basic computer skills on one of our computers with guidance from one of our staff.

We’ll go over:

Ever wonder what it takes to make a video game? In this program, students will learn the basics of video game development and design using the Scratch programming language to build their own games. Software and equipment provided.

For ages 8-13. Students will be exposed to introductory engineering principles as well as introductory lessons in 3D modeling using the free software, Onshape.

Join this drop-in knitting group where knitters of all skill levels meet and knit. Bring your work in progress and share in the knitting community.

Learn to knit or bring your WIP's.  Materials will be provided. 

Come all lego-philes and create your own architectural masterpiece, engineering feat, or artistic expression. For ages 3 and up.

Learn, play, and create with LEGOs!

Children can build with LEGOs and display their creations in the library.

Tap into your inner Super Hero at this fun Comic Character Design Workshop with Toshwerks.  We will also be designing a Superhero cape and mask, and make your own Comic Button! 

Join us every Tuesday afternoon for stories and songs for all ages!

Stretch your imagination and discover the artist within you've always known existed! Create fabulous crafts! In this program, get detailed instructions on how to make a craft you'll be able to take home!

Join us for a new fun biweekly craft for children on the 1st/3rd/5th Tuesday in July at 4pm...Let's Get Crafty with Miss Gaby!

Have you always wanted to learn how to play chess or improve your skills? If you have never played before, or are just looking for someone to practice with, join us for some friendly competition!  All supplies are provided.

Please note that registration is required, and space is limited for this program.  Sign-ups will start June 16 at noon.  

Join us every Tuesday in the summer for hands-on projects recommended for ages 10+!

This week's project: Create pin-back buttons to wear and share of your favorite characters.

Join us each Tuesday as teen volunteers read one-on-one with children of all ages. 

A GREAT way for children to build reading skills through positive reinforcement from a teen role model. 

Join the Sketch Night Team for a special Comic-Con themed program on July 8 and 15! Each program will feature a different character(s)!

Air is a powerful thing, and although we might not think about it, we are under its pressure every second of our lives!

Wild Wonders presents: A Walk on the Wild Side. They bring a passport to adventure with animals from all over the world – including South America, Africa, Australia, Asia, and North America!

Come on in and learn how to face paint! Artists from Smile and Paint will provide participants with materials and instruction.

Join us for a variety of teen activities every Tuesday!

Sandee Gee, aka “The Lizard Lady”, is bringing the zoo to the Pacific Beach Library. Families of all ages are welcome to enjoy this fun, interactive show about wild animals.

Join us for fun and engaging STEM presentations and projects. Elementary and middle school students will work on a variety of science and math activities.

Let's play chess!  All ages and skill levels are welcome to play casual games in our relaxed setting. 

Got stuck on borrowing an eBook? Need help setting up that new tablet? Bring your questions and devices to receive one-on-one assistance with:

· Cloud Library, SDPL to Go

· iPad, iPhone, MacBook

Join us every Tuesday from 5-5:30pm for Create! At the Library, featuring a new craft each week. This program is for youth aged 5-11, that will develop fine motor skills and creativity. 

Practice english conversation with your peers. To learn more please call at 619-533-3968 or email:Echavez@sandiego.gov 

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Join us for magical creature activities at this family Harry Potter event!

Celebrate San Diego Pride at the Library!

PRIDE Storytime is a family-friendly way of recognizing and celebrating our diversity through age-appropriate stories and songs.

Bring your ideas to life at our Mobile Maker Lab in the Mission Hills-Hillcrest Library. Learn to use various programs and equipment  such as our 3D printer and die cut machine powered by Silhouette Studio.

Join the Friends Book club to discuss Table for Two by Amor Towles.

The Book Club meets every third Tuesday.

August's book will be Snow Flower and the Secret Fan by Lisa See

Come enjoy a pajama party with us in the cozy, downstairs reading nook! 

Do you want to learn how to integrate more fruits, vegetables and whole grains into your diet, in a way that is tasty and doesn’t leave you feeling deprived of the foods you want?  Sign-up for our hands-on cooking c

Come join us at the Logan Heights Library and let your stuffed animal have a wild time over night at the library!

San Diego Writers Ink welcomes Fiction writers at any stage to join the Fiction Focused Writing Group located inside the Pacific Highlands Ranch Library.

Snuggle up to a great book at Pajama Storytime. Put on your pajamas and head to the Tierrasanta library to join us for a special, evening Storytime.

Since our Summer Reading Program's theme is "Level Up at Your Library!" Kensington-Normal Heights Branch Library has taken it seriously and added some fun things like Create A Character, Dungeon Master's Workshop and Wizard Quest; all related to t

Have fun making your own Puzzle Piece Tree with visual artist Stacie Greene.  Draw a tree trunk, add limbs and attach puzzle pieces of all shapes and sizes to create your own unique and colorful tree.

Join us to learn more about the City of San Diego’s initiative to bring new trees to your neighborhood!

Founded in 1959, the San Diego Coineers Club was created to educate people about collecting coins and share information.

Do you enjoy listening to a good story? Being read to is enjoyable for everyone! Every 3rd Tuesday of the month we will read two short stories out loud to you. 

When the discovery of an ancient artifact unleashes an evil force, Ghostbusters new and old must join forces to protect their home and save the world from a second ice age.

2024 · 115 minutes · PG-13

Listen to stories in English and Chinese, learn some ballet moves, and stick around for coloring after the lesson!

Ages 2-6. No registration necessary.

Here we discuss the best true crime books.  While the stories can be gruesome and the characters repulsive, the stories entertain and often promote considerations of sociological and psychological perspectives.  We will discuss the narra

Join us for casual, friendly conversation designed to increase participants' comfort with the English language and maybe make new friends.  

Discover the benefits of mindfulness in Meditation for Mental Health, a class designed to explore how meditation can enhance mental well-being and happiness.