Meet for a different book selection every third Tuesday of the month. Read the book The Midnight Library by Matt Haig and then join a lively book discussion here at Balboa Branch Library.
Free Digital Literacy Classes presented by the San Diego Futures Foundation and the SD Access 4 All Initiative. Our May series focuses on network safety. Classes are held every Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with the following format:
Work on your flexibility, strength building and quiet your mind with functional movement practice. Participate at your own ability. Wear flexible clothing and bring any preferred yoga equipment.
Whether you are learning or have several works in progress, Stitchin' Time is your time to knit, crochet, or sew alongside other friendly crafters.
We are hosting free and private 30 minute memory screening appointments led by Sharp Neurocognitive Research Center. Annual memory testing is highly recommended for adults ages 50 or older, or even earlier if you're experiencing memory p
A former browse expert shares details on the use of plants to support wildlife in managed care. Zoo visitors often miss the importance of the plant material provided, from vital food to toys, and from furniture to shelter.
Learn the art of knitting. See how much fun knitting can be. Open to all ages and skill levels. Bring a pair of needles and we'll help get you going; yarn available if needed. See how much fun and gratifying knitting can be!
Open to the public and are free of charge. Play variety board games.
Join us for our Book Club, which meets on the third Tuesday of every month. For the month of May we will be discussing Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson. We hope to see you there! Copies of the book are available at the front desk.
Our Crochet-Along meets every first and third Tuesday of the month starting January 2024. A crochet-along is when a group of crocheters all work on the same project at the same time.
Join Bernadette with Silver Age Yoga for gentle yoga classes that can be done on a mat or seated in a chair.
All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your mat and water.
Space is limited. First come, first served.
Session 8: Paper making
Create imagery or sculptures using the process of paper making! Paper is a material that is a staple in nearly every art form across the world, be it for drawing, painting or even sculpture.
Never used a computer before or have very little experience? Learn basic computer skills on one of our computers with guidance from one of our staff.
We’ll go over:
· Parts of a computer and Logging on
Asian American Representation in Literature: An Author Talk with Rebecca F. Kuang
We welcome you to register for a thrilling conversation with Rebecca F. Kuang (R.F.
Got stuck on borrowing an eBook? Need help setting up that new tablet? Bring your questions and devices to receive one-on-one assistance with:
· Cloud Library, SDPL to Go
· iPad, iPhone, MacBook
Let's play chess! All ages and skill levels are welcome to play casual games in our relaxed setting.
Come to the library to learn and play board games. We will have a collection of games available and you are also welcome to bring your own games. Game play will be self-led by participants. All ages welcome!
May's Book: David Copperfield by Charles Dickens
June Book: Trust by Hernan Diaz
July Book: Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout
Pick up your book at the Circulation Desk
Do you want to learn how to integrate more fruits, vegetables and whole grains into your diet, in a way that is tasty and doesn’t leave you feeling deprived of the foods you want? Sign-up for our hands-on cooking classes.
Learn to crochet -- or if you already know, come and hang out and work on your latest project.
A documentary based on the honor, courage and commitment of Navy SEAL LT Michael P. Murphy, who gave his life for his men in 2005 and was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor in 2007.
2014 · 76 minutes · PG
Here we discuss the best true crime books. While the stories can be gruesome and the characters repulsive, the stories entertain and often promote considerations of sociological and psychological perspectives. We will discuss the narra
Join us for casual, friendly conversation designed to increase participants' comfort with the English language and maybe make new friends.
It's time to celebrate our finalists, the talented and creative writers who have won this year's Short Story Contest!