This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Preschool Storytime

9:30am–10:30am
Preschoolers
Tierrasanta Library
Library Branch: Tierrasanta Library
Room: TS - Children's Area - Tierrasanta
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Join in as we read, sing, dance, and play at Preschool Storytime! Come and build essential early literacy skills and foster a love of reading. Designed for children ages 1-5.

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

9:30am–11:00am
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: 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 "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
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
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Baby Sign Language Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
City Heights/Weingart Library
Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: CT - Community Room - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Learning, Literature
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Stay & Play Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
North Clairemont Library
Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Room: NC - Main Area - North Clairemont
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Accessibility, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Early Learning, Literature, Performing Arts, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Stay and Play is a play group and storytime for kids age 0-5 and their adults. We especially invite nontraditional caregivers (friends, family members, and neighbors) who care for children in an informal way.

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–11:30am
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Clairemont Library
Library Branch: Clairemont Library
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Learn how or improve your skills! Bring your own project for social crafting or use our materials. Join us every Friday. No need to register, just show up!

RB Knitting Club

10:00am–12:00pm
Rancho Bernardo Library
Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: RB - Frank Lenfesty Seminar Room - Rancho Bernardo
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

Tech Help Classes / Horario de Clases

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, En Español
Event Details:

Este mes, ven y aprende: Serie de email   I This month, come and learn Email Series

1/09  Correo electrónico I:  Introducción al correo electrónico / Email I: Email Basics

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

Once Upon Un Cuento: A Bilingual Storytime -- Hora de cuentos bilingüe

10:30am–11:00am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: MX - Children's Area - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: En Español
Event Details:

A bilingual storytime in English and Spanish. Together we will enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories.

Hora de cuentos bilingüe en inglés y español. Juntos disfrutaremos de canciones, rimas y cuentos.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Preschool Storytime with Mr. Luan (IN-PERSON)

10:30am–11:15am
Preschoolers
Linda Vista Library
Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: LV - Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature, Performing Arts
Event Details:

These 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!

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

Friday Friends

10:30am–11:30am
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Discovery Corner - Denny Sanford Children's Library - Central
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Welcome to Friday Friends, a fun and friendly club for children to socialize, snack and play! Each session will include a craft and exciting play designed to spark imagination and build confidence.

This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, and Dementia: Symptoms, Risk, and Getting Help

11:00am–12:00pm
Older Adults
Carmel Valley Library
Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: VA - Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

Learn more about the difference between Alzheimer's and other dementia, lowering your risk for these diseases, and symptoms to watch out for.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group

Story Time Friday

11:00am–12:00pm
Babies/Toddlers
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
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 play. Held outdoors on the grass, bring a blanket or chair.  No Registration required. We hope to see you there

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group

Signing Storytime

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

Join Ms Jennifer from Signs at Play!

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

Midday Music Concert - Art of Elan

12:00pm–1:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Shiley Special Events Suite (9th Floor) - Central
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Enjoy an intimate Midday Music concert featuring violist Travis Maril and violinist Christian Gonzal

This event is in the "Older Adults" group
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. FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED. PROGRAM LIMIT 20 PARTICIPANTS

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

Mah Jongg

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

San Diego Oasis: Socrates' View of the Good Life

2:00pm–3:00pm
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: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Retired Professor of Philosophy, Bruce McGraw MA, will discuss the meaning of a series of Socratic concepts and how to apply them to understanding and living the good life.

Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: MV - Seminar Room B - Mission Valley
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

MySDMA at City Heights Library

3:00pm–4:30pm
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
City Heights/Weingart Library
Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: CT - Children's Area - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

 

Weekly Art Workshops at City Heights Library

For All Ages

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

Learning Center: STEAM Discovery Hour

3:30pm–4:30pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
College-Rolando Library
Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: CH - Learning Center - College-Rolando
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Get together with your friends after school and have fun with a big box of different STEAM projects and games.

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

Chess Club

3:30pm–5:00pm
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:

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 "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

Chess Club

3:30pm–5:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Room: PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:
How about a game of chess? All levels of chess experience are welcome, from beginners to advanced. If you don't know how to play chess, you can learn at Chess Club!
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen IDEA Lab /Laboratorio de Ideas para Adolescentes

3:30pm–5:45pm
Middle School Age, Teens
Logan Heights Library
Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: LO - David C. Copley Foundation Teen IDEA Lab - Logan Heights
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Event Details:

The Teen IDEA Lab is a space to be used for creative projects that require specialized equipment and software.

Featuring a recording studio, Makerspace, and iMac workstations and so much more!

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

KPop Club

3:45pm–5:45pm
Middle School Age, Teens
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Teen Center- Game Room (2nd Floor) - Central
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Come listen to the latest releases, talk about the latest news, and more!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Dancing Through the Pages

4:00pm–4:45pm
Preschoolers
Rancho Bernardo Library
Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: RB - Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Early Learning, 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 "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group

Email & Tech Talk 101

4:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
North Clairemont Library
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Learn habits and skills for fostering digital respect and a sense of community. Gain tips and skills in composing effective emails, how to use emojis wisely, and make technology work for you.

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

Garden Share

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Older Adults
North University Community Library
Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: NU - Patio - North University
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Join us with your friends and family to share your garden. Bring what you have to share; take home something you really want and bring a bag to take home your finds. 

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

Introduction to Computer Aided Design (CAD) with OnShape

4:00pm–5:00pm
Middle School Age, Teens
Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Room: PR - IDEA Lab - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Are you interested in learning Computer Aided Design (CAD)? Register to attend this introduction to CAD! Presented by your local FTC Team, RoboRavens, this program will cover the basics of CAD using Onshape. 

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

ClicBitz: Make a Tote Bag

4:00pm–5:30pm
Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Paradise Hills Library
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library
Room: PH - Reading Area - Paradise Hills
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Accessibility, Art, Community Engagement, Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Learn how to sew a tote bag!  Clicbitz will show you the basic sewing skills needed for creating your own bag. All sewing levels welcome! All supplies provided. Registration required. 

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

Craft Circle for Adults

4:00pm–6:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
North Clairemont Library
Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Room: NC - Main Area - North Clairemont
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Tired of crafting alone? Join our Craft Circle for Adults! Share ideas and improve your skills. Start on a new project or bring your work in progress to:

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

Friday Flix! Jumanji

4:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Point Loma/Hervey Library
Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Room: PO - Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Films
Event Details:

Two kids discover an old board game and when they start playing it they are greeted by a man who has spent years trapped inside the game since playing it at age 12. His only hope for freedom involves finishing the dangerous game.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Bilingual Ballet Storytime (ENG/CHI)

4:30pm–5:00pm
All Ages
Carmel Valley Library
Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: VA - Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Early Learning, Literature
Event Details:

Come enjoy a bilingual ballerina experience with The Pointe Circle! Enjoy stories in English and Mandarin Chinese followed by a brief ballet lesson.

 

Suggested for ages 3-8. No registration necessary.