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Digital Navigator

11:30am–3:15pm
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Skyline Hills Library
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Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: SK - Lobby - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Community Engagement
Event Details:

The Digital Navigator Program offers free, one-on-one assistance to help improve computer skills or get basic tech support. Digital Navigators are tech experts who are available to answer your "How to ....." questions.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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Digital Navigation

11:30am–3:30pm
All Ages, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
City Heights/Weingart Library
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Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Age Group: All Ages, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Career & College, Citizenship and Immigration, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Get help on the computers and with your digital devices from a Digital Navigator every Monday! 

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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FREE Tax Preparation with AARP

11:30am–5:30pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
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Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Room: BJ - Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

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.

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

Songs and Stories with Ms Amy

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

Read along and sing for this fun interactive storytime. We will read picture books, move our bodies, act out stories, and sing fun songs and silly rhymes to build our skills with words and language.

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

Mahjong Club for Adults

1:00pm–3:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Mira Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: MM - Community Room - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Join us for a game of Mahjong. Materials provided. Mahjong Club meets every first and third Wednesday of the month. 

Recommended for ages 18+. No registration required.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Make It! Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station

1:00pm–5:00pm
All Ages
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - IDEA Lab Program - Central
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Event Details:

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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La Jolla Library Book Club

1:30pm–2:30pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

A lively discussion of today's modern literature meeting the 2nd Monday of every month at 1:30pm in the La Jolla/Riford Library's Community Room.

 

Book selections by month are:
  • October 2025 
This event is in the "Adults" group
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Stay Sharp with Games

2:00pm–3:45pm
Adults, Older Adults
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: VA - Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

Feeling forgetful? Preserving your mental abilities as you get older is easier than you might think — and it can even be fun. Stimulating your mind by playing games and learning new skills can help keep your brain healthy as you age.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group
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DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

2:00pm–6:30pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Linda Vista Library
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: LV - Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, Homework Help
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group
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DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: CH - Learning Center - College-Rolando
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, Homework Help
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group
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DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Mira Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: MM - Seminar/Booksale Room - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, Homework Help
Event Details:

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.

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

DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
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: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, Homework Help
Event Details:

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.

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

DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: LO - Homework Center - Logan Heights
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Featured, Homework Help
Event Details:

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.

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

DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

3:00pm–7:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Skyline Hills Library
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Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: SK - Family Place Center - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Featured, Homework Help
Event Details:

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.

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

3:30pm–5:30pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Point Loma/Hervey Library
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Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Homework Help
Event Details:

Join us to get help from awesome volunteer, to boost your study skills in a fun, friendly, and stress-free space.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Villa Musica: Free Youth Violin Classes

3:30pm–5:30pm
Elementary School Age
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: CH - Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:

Presented by Villa Musica.

Community Programs Manager:
Nicole Olsson – nolsson@villamusica.org

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–7:00pm
Middle School Age, Teens
Logan Heights Library
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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 music studio, Makerspace, and iMac workstations and so much more!

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

Chocolate Science: From Beans to Bars

4:30pm–5:30pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Carmel Valley Library
Registration Encouraged
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: VA - Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Early Learning, Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

In Chocolate Science: From Bean to Bar, children discover the origins of chocolate and investigate the processes of melting and cooling while practicing essential scientific skills.

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

Creative Monday @ the IDEA Lab & Makerspace

4:30pm–6:30pm
Middle School Age, Teens
San Ysidro Library
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Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: SY - The Kilroy Realty Idea Lab - San Ysidro
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Attention Tweens and Teens!!!

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

Fold It! @ the Library

5:00pm–5:30pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: MX - West entrance (outside from 51st Street) - Valencia Park/Malcom X
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Celebration Month, Art, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Join us every Monday evening for Fold It! @ the Library, a fun origami club for ages 7-12.

 

 

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 Playtime

5:00pm–6:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
North Park Library
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Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: NP - Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Kids can enjoy being creative by building with LEGO blocks and DUPLO bricks. It's a great opportunity for exploring with new ideas, as well as sharing concepts and strategies with other attendees.

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

Teen Game Room

5:00pm–6:45pm
Middle School Age, Teens
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Teen Center- Game Room (2nd Floor) - Central
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

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

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

DIY Hedgehog Book Folding for Adults and Teens

5:00pm–7:00pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Rancho Bernardo Library
Registration Encouraged
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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, Art
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Join our book folding workshop and transform a recycled book into a sweet hedgehog sculpture—just in time for Valentine’s Day! 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Maker Mondays

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: MX - Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab - Valencia Park/Malcom X
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Looking for something fun to do on a Monday afternoon? Stop by the Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab for Maker Mondays, happening every week from 5 to 7 PM.

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

Project NexTech - Maker Space Workshops

5:00pm–7:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
San Ysidro Library
Registration Encouraged
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Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: SY - Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Age group: Elementary school (grades 1-5)

Kids are invited to attend fun workshops involving popsicle sticks, rubber bands, glue, paper, instructor-operated hot glue, etc. to build things.

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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
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3D Design Workshop

5:30pm–7:00pm
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
La Jolla/Riford Library
Registration Encouraged
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - IDEA Lab - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Our expert will assist with design and demonstrate how to use the 3D print design software Tinkercad. 

 

Geared toward children ages 7 and up, teens & adults. 

 

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Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: SK - IDEA Lab - Skyline Hills
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Wellness
Event Details:

Join the Skyline Hills Crafting Circle Community every

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

Rainbow Spaces: Dungeons & Dragons /Calabozos y Dragones

5:30pm–7:30pm
Middle School Age, Teens
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: LO - Community Room - Logan Heights
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, Art, LGBTQIA+, Literature
Event Details:

In partnership with Rainbow Spaces come grab your character sheets and get ready to roll! We're playing Dungeons and Dragons at the library so get ready to have your character's story told here!

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

Signing Pajama Storytime

6:00pm–6:30pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
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Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Room: BJ - Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Featured, Early Learning
Event Details:

Join us for pajama storytime with...sign language basics to foster early literacy skills.

This program is offered inside in our Community Room, and no registration is required.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Dean Ratzman-music performer

6:00pm–7:00pm
All Ages
Mira Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: MM - Community Room - Mira Mesa
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Dean Ratzman is a multi-instrumentalist, and plays keyboard, trumpet, trombone and sings. He does jazz standards, 60’s-70’s rock and soul, along with several of his originals.

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

Palentine's Craft

6:00pm–7:00pm
Middle School Age, Teens
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Pauline Foster Teen Center (2nd Floor) - Central
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Come create a Palentine's Day craft for your best friend! Ages 12-18 only.

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

READ/SD Family Literacy Program

6:00pm–7:30pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Adults
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: MX - Performing Arts Center & Multi-Purpose Room - Valencia Park/Malcom X
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Adults
Program Type: Art, Early Learning, Literature
Event Details:

READ/San Diego Family Literacy Services

*Adults must qualify for Adult Literacy Services.

To enroll, call: (619) 238-6626 

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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Swing Dance Under the Dome w/Live Music

6:00pm–7:45pm
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Qualcomm Dome Terrace - Central
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Event Details:

With Live Music from The Garners

Swing dance comes to the library!  Swing Dancing San Diego will lead a free introductory lesson and host a rooftop dance under the Dome!

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

Bilingual English/Spanish Storytime

6:30pm–7:00pm
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: VA - Children's Area - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Early Learning, En Español, Literature
Event Details:

Through colorful picture books, catchy songs, and playful rhymes, Ms. Lea brings stories to life in a way that's fun, educational, and culturally enriching.

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

Pajamas Storytime

6:30pm–7:00pm
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Rancho Bernardo Library
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Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: RB - Snook's Nook Storytime Area - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

Kiddos can put on their favorite pajamas and even grab a favorite stuffed animal and head to the library for a storytime that includes popular children's songs!

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

Friends of the Library Author Talk: Phil Graubart and Michael Kinnamon

6:30pm–7:30pm
Emerging Adults, 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: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:

Jerusalem is the spiritual heart of three great religions as well as a place of enduring discord.

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

Skyline Hills Monday Night Book Club - Parable of the Sower

6:30pm–7:30pm
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Skyline Hills Library
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Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: SK - Children's Nook - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Book Discussion, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Literature, Wellness
Event Details:

Skyline Hills Book Club Honors

Black History Month

Our February book selection is

College Area Community Planning Board Monthly Meeting

6:30pm–8:00pm
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: CH - Community Room - College-Rolando
Program Type: Community Engagement