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Knitting & Crochet Circle

9:30am–11:00am
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
North University Community Library
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Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: NU - Community Room - North University
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

This is a social group where you can practice your fiber craft in good company, showing off your latest projects, getting support, and make friends. All levels are welcome.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Grace Book Nook

9:30am–5:00pm
All Ages
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: SR - Seminar Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Expend Shopping

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
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Cancelled

StoryBox Theatre: Kamishibai

10:00am–10:30am
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Adults, Older Adults
Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Room: PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Literature, Program Includes Kit
Event Details:

Presented by Write Out Loud San Diego, "StoryBox" is the American name given to the Japanese storytelling tradition called kamishibai.

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

Baby Dance Party with Dance to Evolve!

10:00am–10:45am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
North Park Library
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Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: NP - Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

We invite you to join our Baby Dance Party, singing and dancing along with Ms. Andrea from Dance to Evolve! 

We will have songs, movement and tons of fun for your babies to dance, play, and interact! 

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group

Signing Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
Babies/Toddlers
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: CH - Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

A 45-minute Storytime for young children including books and music with the addition of American Sign Language signs with Jennifer Duncan from Signs at Play.

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

Chair Yoga

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Older Adults
Point Loma/Hervey Library
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Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Room: PO - Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Wellness
Event Details:

Using a chair for support, you can practice yoga and receive the benefits of improved circulation, flexibility, and mobility, as well as calm your mind and renew your energy.

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

Children's Summer Reading Program Event: Full Spectrum Entertainment

10:00am–11:00am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: MH - Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join Full Spectrum Entertainment for a performative Cat in the Hat Story event!

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This event is in the "Adults" group
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Cancelled

English Conversation Club

10:00am–11:00am
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
University Community Library
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Library Branch: University Community Library
Room: UC - Community Room - University Community
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Citizenship and Immigration, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Improve your English language skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. Whether you're a beginner or looking to polish your conversational English, this group is perfect for practicing with fellow language enthusiasts.

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

Alzheimer's San Diego presents: Communication Skills - Part of the Living Well for Adults Series

10:00am–11:30am
Adults, Older Adults
Rancho Peñasquitos Library
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Room: RP - Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

Develop new skills for connecting and communicating more effectively with a person experiencing memory loss, and strategies on how to respond when interactions are challenging. 

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

Stay and Play

10:00am–11:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
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Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Room: BW - Community Room - Mountain View/Beckwourth
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Welcome families to Stay and Play. This program is focused towards children 0-5 years old and their caregivers.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Genealogy Table in Marilyn & Gene Marx Special Collections Center (9th Floor) - Central
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

For those contemplating constructing a family tree, as well as for experienced genealogy researchers.

Volunteers are there to help guide you in your research.

No appointment necessary. First come, first served.

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

RB Knitting Club

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

Would you like to learn to knit, crochet, do needlework or just spend time with other creators?

Bring your current project to work on, or if new to the hobbies, we'll help you get going!

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

Tecnología Básica--Horario de Clases / Tech Help Classes

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults, Older Adults
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
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Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: OT - Seminar Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, En Español
Event Details:

Apoyo técnico básico gratuito (preguntas/procedimientos) 

Este mes, ven y aprende: Seguridad en las redes sociales / This month, come and learn: Social Media Safety 

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Free Play Fridays

10:30am–11:30am
Babies/Toddlers
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
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Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Event Details:

All young children and their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs and rhymes. Held outdoors on the grass, bring a blanket or chair.  No Registration required. We hope to see you there!

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This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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Low Impact Yoga

10:30am–11:30am
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Skyline Hills Library
Registration Encouraged
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Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: SK - Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Accessibility, Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Each class includes breathing practices (pranayama), postures rooted in functional movement (asana), and relaxation (savasana). All movements and exercises aim to strengthen the body and mind. These classes are open to all ages, all levels.

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

Mind & Body Fitness

10:30am–11:30am
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Paradise Hills Library
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Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Wellness
Event Details:

 A class combining sitting and standing yoga exercises, working on muscle strength and balance.  We'll be learning some elements of QiGong, self-massage, deep breathing, followed with meditation at the end. 

 

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Preschool Storytime and a Craft at the Clairemont Library

10:30am–11:30am
Preschoolers
Clairemont Library
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Library Branch: Clairemont Library
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

Join Ms. Joyce for storytime on the outer space alphabet rug inside of the library. We will read stories for kids ages 3-7, sing songs, shake our shakers and have fun!

Summer Reading Program Event 2025: End of SRP Party

10:30am–11:30am
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Program Type: Literature, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Celebrate an end of Summer Reading Party with cake and refreshments, art activities, a read-aloud of the book "Moo-Nay R U Monet"by the author, and photo opportunities with San Diego Public Library's mascot Odi the Coyote! 

 

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Mindful Meditation for Memory

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Older Adults
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Jaffe Mountain View Reading Room (5th Floor) - Central
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

Mindful meditation helps us become aware of what is already true moment by moment. It teaches us how to be unconditionally present, no matter what it is.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Sparkles the Clown - Magic & Bubbles Show!

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

Sparkles is an award-winning clown whose specialty is her hilarious and whimsical magic and bubble shows! She loves making the kids laugh the whole way through! Fun for all ages - kiddos and adults!

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

The Microphone Doctors

11:00am–12:00pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
City Heights/Weingart Library
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Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: CT - Community Room - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Learning, Literature
Event Details:

Come and enjoy musical entertainment that instills hope, happiness, and imagination!

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Signing Storytime

12:00pm–12:30pm
Babies/Toddlers
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

Join Ms Jennifer from Signs at Play!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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So, you want to be a Dungeon Master? DnD Dungeon Master Workshop.

12:00pm–1:00pm
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Registration Encouraged
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Have you been a player of Dungeons and Dragons but have never been the Dungeon Master?

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

FIRST Robotics with Python Workshop

12:00pm–2:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Registration Encouraged
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Room: RP - Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Participants MUST bring their own laptop/Chromebook. Students ages 10-16 will engage in an exciting, hands-on robotics program to help them prepare to take part in FIRST robotics competitions.

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

Body Dynamics, by San Diego Continuing Education

12:30pm–2:30pm
Adults, Older Adults
Mission Valley Library
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Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: MV - Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

Students will exercise the whole body, including weight lifting, stretching, improving balance, mobility and flexibility.

This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Silver Age Yoga - Limit 20 Participants; Get Program Number at Front Desk

1:00pm–2:00pm
Older Adults
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: VA - Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

ALL PARTICIPANTS NEED TO GET A PROGRAM NUMBER AT THE FRONT DESK BEFORE EACH SESSION STARTING AT 12:30 PM. PROGRAM LIMIT 20 PARTICIPANTS

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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Mah Jongg

1:00pm–3:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Rancho Bernardo Library
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Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: RB - Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Come play American Mah Jongg - a game of skill, strategy, and luck!

Experienced and novice players welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach you.

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

Adult Craft: Upcycled Herb Garden Planter

2:00pm–3:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Registration Encouraged
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Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: PB - Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Summer Reading Program
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Make your own herb garden planter from upcycled containers!

Create a beautiful and useful container to keep your herbs fresh and accessible.  

 

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

STEAMLabs Summer Science Camp

2:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary School Age
Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Room: PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Update (as of 7/21): REGISTRATION FULL

Get ready for two afternoons of bubbling reactions, color-changing chemistry, and DIY science fun! 

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
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Chess Club

3:30pm–5:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Rancho Peñasquitos Library
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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:

If you don't know how to play chess, you can learn at Chess Club! 

All levels of Chess experience are welcome - beginners to advanced. Learn to play better!

All ages, children and adults are welcome.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Movie Hangout: "Sonic 3"

3:30pm–5:30pm
All Ages
Paradise Hills Library
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Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Featured, Films
Event Details:

Hangout at the Paradise Hills Branch Library every Friday and watch family friendly movies.  

Cool off from the summer heat & lounge on cushioned mats. 

Enjoy FREE popcorn, and other yummy snacks. 

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Dancing Through the Pages

4:00pm–4:45pm
Preschoolers
Rancho Bernardo Library
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Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: RB - Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Literature, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Southern California Ballet is partnering with the Rancho Bernardo Branch Library for “Dancing Through the Pages,” a program that allows children to explore movement and dance through storytelling!

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

Practice English at the Library

4:00pm–5:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
City Heights/Weingart Library
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Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: CT - Upstairs Lobby/Homework Area - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Career & College, Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

Practice speaking English once a week with our volunteer English tutor!

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Science Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary School Age
City Heights/Weingart Library
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Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: CT - Community Room - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Science Club is for 3rd through 6th graders who are interested in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Mathematics). Each week kids engage in a new and fun hands-on/minds-on activity exploring a wide range of subjects.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Advisory Board Meeting (T.A.B.)

4:00pm–5:15pm
Teens
North University Community Library
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Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: NU - Community Room - North University
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

This is a meeting for teens who want to help improve library programs for young people.  Your input is needed and appreciated!  We will discuss library-related topics such as the upcoming Teen Lock-in.