As of July 1, 2025, all San Diego Public Library locations are closed on Sundays. 

In the coming months, Monday hours will be subject to change.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Movie Character Paper Chain Take Home Craft Distribution

All Day
Elementary School Age
Linda Vista Library
Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Some recognizable movie characters are now a Take Home Craft! 

In honor of San Diego Comic Con Weekend, July’s Take Home Craft is a Movie Character Paper Chain. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Roaming Readers Walking Audio Book Club

9:00am–10:00am
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
College-Rolando Library
Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Book Discussion, Wellness
Event Details:

Come join our Walking Audiobook Club! Meet other book lovers while exercising and enjoying the outdoors. Listen to your audiobook in silence or chat with others.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Car Maintenance Basics with Talena Handley from Girlie Garage

9:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
College-Rolando Library
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

If you want to learn more about automotive maintenance but don’t know where to start, this is the class for you! Talena Handley from Girlie Garage with demonstrate how to:

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Càn Không Thập Linh (Kundali) Yoga

9:30am–11:30am
All Ages, Adults, Older Adults
City Heights/Weingart Library
Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: CT - Patio - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

A unique practice rooted in esoteric Eastern spiritual traditions—particularly within Vietnamese and Chinese metaphysical teachings. It emphasizes compassion, balance, and inner harmony. This class is bilingual, in both Vietnamese and English.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Qi Gong - Focus on Accessible Exercises for those with Limited Mobility

9:30am–11:30am
Adults, Older Adults
University Community Library
Library Branch: University Community Library
Room: UC - Community Room - University Community
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Bilingual English/Chinese Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Carmel Valley Library
Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: VA - Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Early Learning, Literature
Event Details:

Join us for bilingual English/Mandarin Chinese stories and songs with Ms. Danning at the library. Recommended for ages 1-3, but all ages are welcome. The storytime will be once a month, from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Dance Pants Bash!

10:00am–10:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: MH - Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Bring the littles and come for a fun dance party and maybe a storytime!  We will dance to fun songs, use egg shakers, and dance with bubbles!

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

STORYTIME & CRAFT

10:00am–10:45am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Paradise Hills Library
Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art, Literature
Event Details:

Please join us for storytime and craft every Saturday morning in the Children's Area at 10:00AM. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Knitting and Crochet Circle

10:00am–11:00am
All Ages, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join the knitting and crochet circle. Improve your skills in these traditional art forms.  Bring your project for social crafting!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Lego Club

10:00am–11:00am
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Tierrasanta Library
Library Branch: Tierrasanta Library
Room: TS - Community Room - Tierrasanta
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Free play with LEGO bricks encourages creativity and improves social skills. Designed for ages 5+

 

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

LEGO Time!

10:00am–11:00am
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Linda Vista Library
Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: LV - Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Build, build BUILD!!!  Come join us for a fun filled activity on alternating Saturdays here at the Linda Vista Library.  Kids can create something unique or build skyscrapers, spaceships, and more!  Let your imagina

This event is in the "All Ages" group
Cancelled

Mandarin Chinese Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
All Ages
Mira Mesa Library
Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Early Learning, Literature
Event Details:

Join us for Mandarin Chinese stories and songs with Ms. Canndy at the Community Room in the Mira Mesa Library. All ages are welcome! Th storytime will be on the 3rd Saturday of the month (subject to change).

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Balboa Adult Arts & Crafts Series | Painting on Terra-Cotta

10:00am–11:30am
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Balboa Library
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Balboa Library
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Led by local artist, Hannah MurdocH, students will practice painting with outdoor acrylic paint on Terra-Cotta. Please wear clothes suitable for painting or bring an apron.  

Ages 18 & Up.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Bridge: Learn the Game from a Master

10:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
North University Community Library
Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: NU - Community Room - North University
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Would you like to learn a card game that is challenging for your mind while also providing a rewarding social experience with your friends? Bridge has been played by millions around the world since it took its current form about a century ago.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Computers 2 San Diego Kids

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Older Adults
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: OT - Seminar Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Do you need a computer but can't afford to buy one?  Sign-up for the C2SDK seminar where you will learn how to qualify and apply for a computer.  Registration required.

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Plant Swap

10:00am–12:00pm
All Ages
Oak Park Library
Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Room: OK - Main Area - Oak Park
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Celebration Month, Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, LGBTQIA+, Summer Reading Program, Wellness
Event Details:

Hello plant lovers, let's trade: plants, cuttings, succulents, seeds, produce of your plants, flowers, and maybe small garden tools. No selling, this event is totally free.

 

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

RB FOL Meeting

10:00am–12:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Rancho Bernardo Library
Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: RB - Frank Lenfesty Seminar Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

RB FOL board meeting.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

San Diego Ballet Free Saturday Morning Dance Classes

10:00am–1:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
City Heights Performance Annex
Library Branch: City Heights Performance Annex
Room: CT - Black Box Theatre - Performance Annex
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:

Open Adult Ballet Class 10:00am - 11:30am

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Saturday Drop In Craft

10:00am–1:00pm
Elementary School Age
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Visit the library on Saturday & create a terrific craft. All supplies provided! 

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Tech On The Go:

10:00am–1:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Skyline Hills Library
Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Accessibility, Career & College, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Our classes can help teach you how to be confident with your devices. 

Class Structure: 

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Garden Exchange

10:00am–3:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Room: RP - Front Plaza - Rancho Penasquitos
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

Stop and Swap: Seeds, Plants, Veggies, Fruits, Flowers and More!

Too many zucchinis? Lots of cut flowers? Succulents getting too big? Fruits and Veggies galore? Ordered too many radish seeds?

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

San Diego Pride Pop-up Celebration!

10:00am–4:00pm
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: MH - Patio - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Featured, Community Engagement, LGBTQIA+, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Celebrate the 51st annual San Diego Pride Parade and Festival with a special PRIDE pop-up celebration at the library!

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Ina, the Sunshine Storyteller

10:30am–11:15am
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
San Carlos Library
Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: SC - Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery - San Carlos
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Literature, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and interactive storytelling program called “Know Your Stories” with Ms. Ina, the Sunshine Storyteller. Ina’s shows weave international tales, movement, and songs to take you on a magical carpet ride of story fun.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Portuguese language and Brazilian music programs

10:30am–11:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Point Loma/Hervey Library
Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Room: PO - Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Learning, Literature
Event Details:

Join in us to learn Portuguese language and Brazilian music programs for kids and adults. 

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Saturday Story Time in the Park

10:30am–11:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Library Branch: Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Room: KN - Park Area - Kensington
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Learning, Literature
Event Details:

Saturday is Story Time in Kensington Park. Bring a blanket to sit on and get ready for stories, music, and bubbles! Recommended for ages 1-5. Older siblings are welcome to join in on the fun!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Family Craft Program: Llamas!

10:30am–12:00pm
All Ages
Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Craft adorable llamas using paper plates and markers!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Lego and Rokenbok Club

10:30am–12:00pm
All Ages
Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Join us every Saturday from 10am-noon for Lego and Rokenbok Club! Patrons will be able to build at their own pace.

We will provide a lego square to build on and patrons can continue to build on it week after week. 

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Pet ER | Cool Careers

10:30am–12:00pm
Elementary School Age
Mission Valley Library
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: MV - Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Step into the paws of real animal doctors to explore careers in the veterinary field!

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Signing Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
North Park Library
Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: NP - Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Accessibility, Literature
Event Details:

Enjoy some sign language fun for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with Ms. Jennifer from Signs at Play!

Come learn some simple signs and songs at this fun weekly event!

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Animal Encounter with Wild Wonders

11:00am–12:00pm
All Ages, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: SR - Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: All Ages, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

A wonderful opportunity to see animals up-close! Furry, feathered, and scaly teachers provide a unique educational experience. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Magic Show Presented by Amazing Dana

11:00am–12:00pm
All Ages
North Clairemont Library
Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Room: NC - Main Area - North Clairemont
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Amazing Dana captivates the audience with his hilarious and fun-filled magic show that is appropriate for all ages. Join us for a fabulously entertaining show. Audience participation encouraged!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Paws & Tales Reading Program

11:00am–12:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Room: PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

Practice your reading skills with a fluffy friend! Participants learn how to be safe around animals as they improve their reading skills.

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Picture This! Book to Film Edition: The Princess Bride

11:00am–12:45pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
La Jolla/Riford Library
Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Films
Event Details:

This month's Picture This! Book to Film Edition movie matinee features: The Princess Bride.

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Board Game Café

11:00am–1:00pm
All Ages, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
College-Rolando Library
Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: CH - Learning Center - College-Rolando
Age Group: All Ages, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Come enjoy an afternoon of board games and fun as you enjoy freshly brewed coffee or tea from a local business!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group

Lego Free Play

11:00am–1:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
North Clairemont Library
Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Room: NC - Children's Area - North Clairemont
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Summertime Swap by Free Family Book Swap

11:00am–2:00pm
All Ages
Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Author Talk, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Summertime Swap by Free Family Book Swap
Saturday, July 19
Swap Hours: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Storytime begins at 12:00 PM

This event is in the "Middle School Age" group

Code, Create & Explore: Python, Artificial Intelligence, Art, Games and More

12:00pm–1:00pm
Middle School Age
Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Room: PR - IDEA Lab - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: Middle School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Welcome to Code, Create & Explore: Python, Artificial Intelligence, Art, Games and More!

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Art Reception - Luz Shepard & Elsa Orozco-Toops

12:00pm–2:00pm
All Ages, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
San Carlos Library
Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: SC - Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery - San Carlos
Age Group: All Ages, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Come meet this month's featured artists, Luz Shepard and Elsa Orozco-Toops!

 

 

Reservation

San Diego Poetry Annual Reading

1:00pm–3:30pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Description of Event

You are invited to this free yearly San Diego Poetry Annual reading Saturday, July 19 from 1:00-3:30pm to celebrate the 2024-2025 published poets after which the microphone will be open to all poets who wish to read one poem. 

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This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Everyone Plays @ The Library

1:30pm–5:30pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Room: RP - Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

EVERYONE Plays @ the Library is a fun way to play your own board games with new friends or play the many games on hand at the library.

Whether you’re already an avid board gamer or are looking to learn, all ages are welcome!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Pop Up Pride Programming- Trivia, Bingo and Maybe More!

1:45pm–4:00pm
All Ages
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: MH - Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: LGBTQIA+
Event Details:

Come in for Banned Book Bingo, Pride Trivia and maybe more!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

CA State Park Ranger Storytime

2:00pm–3:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Linda Vista Library
Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: LV - Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join California State Parks for "Park Ranger Storytime!" Join us for a California State Parks Ranger Read-Aloud session! Engage with Interpretive Rangers, participate in interactive activities, and discover how to access free park resources.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Persian Music Concert in the Park

2:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Library Branch: Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Room: KN - Park Area - Kensington
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Join us at the Kensington-Normal Heights Library for a Free Persian Music Concert in the park. The music will be jazz inspired with a Persian flair. There will be a mix of Eastern and Western Instruments.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

RB Chess Club

2:00pm–3:30pm
All Ages
Rancho Bernardo Library
Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: RB - Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to play chess? Do you already know how to play and are looking for the perfect place to play? Join us every Saturday for a fun game of chess with friends at Rancho Bernardo Library!

 

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group
Cancelled

Amantes de la Lectura. Novelas Hispano-Americanos en Español

2:00pm–4:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
North University Community Library
Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: NU - Community Room - North University
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, En Español
Event Details:

El club de lectura será dirigido por la Sra. Toni Lampell, maestra en estudios hispánicos por la Universidad Francisco Marroquin de Guatemala.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group

Intro to Robotics

2:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: SR - Seminar Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Sew Together

2:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Central Library
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - IDEA Lab Program - Central
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Learn entry level operating instructions for computerized sewing machines and beginning techniques.  Participants will practice basic stitches and complete a caplet with a custom vinyl superhero symbol.

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Wuthering Heights Dance Rehearsal

2:30pm–3:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: PB - Taylor Greene - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Encouraged
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Join the international phenomenon that is The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever by donning a red dress and dancing in the Pacific Beach Library's park to Kat

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Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever - 2025

3:00pm–3:30pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: PB - Taylor Greene - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Community Engagement, LGBTQIA+, Literature, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Encouraged
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Whether you are more a fan of Emily Bronte's classic 1847 novel "Wuthering Heights" or Kate Bush's 1978 song adaptation, we invite you to express your inner Cathy at The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever!  Don a red dress

This event is in the "Teens" group
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Best Worst Advice - interactive dance theatre performance by Emily Aust

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
City Heights Performance Annex
Library Branch: City Heights Performance Annex
Room: CT - Black Box Theatre - Performance Annex
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Performing Arts
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World’s First Dancing Advice Column

Previewing in San Diego

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group

Game On!

3:00pm–4:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Discovery Corner - Denny Sanford Children's Library - Central
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Get your game on at the library! Enjoy one of our select board games, and play with friends and family!

 

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Beginning Sewing Workshop: Make a Zipper Pouch

3:00pm–5:00pm
Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: SR - Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Summer Reading Program
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Age 12+ (8-11 with adult) All sewing levels welcome! New to sewing? No experience? No problem. Clicbitz Instructor Tracey Herriot will show you the basics while you make a zipper pouch.

Cancelled

TBD Art Reach

3:00pm–5:00pm
University Community Library
Library Branch: University Community Library
Room: UC - Community Room - University Community
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

The Creative Path

4:00pm–5:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
North Park Library
Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: NP - Adult Reading Area - North Park
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art, Wellness
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Calling all artists!