LISTEN TO THIS: Award-Winning Short Stories by San Diego Authors

All Day
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Program Type: Literature, Performing Arts
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Join Write Out Loud and SD Public Library for weekly video readings of the 12 Short Story Contest winning stories by local authors during the first 3 years of the program.  Sponsored by the Friends of San Diego Central Library, th...

SDPL Virtual Pride 2020

All Day
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Community Engagement, LGBTQIA+, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:
In honor & celebration of San Diego’s LGBTQ+ community, the San Diego Public Library welcomes you to join us at Virtual Pride 2020 from June 16th - July 17th. Virtual Pride 2020 kicks off kicks off & concludes with two special Pride E...

Storytime: The Breaking News

10:00am - 10:15am
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Community Engagement, Literature
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Join Ms. Marika from Mission Valley Library as talks about the feelings of worry and anxiety and shares the book The Breaking News by Sarah Lynne Reul. The video can be accessed here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=271194030654445 ...

Workshop

10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 563 - Central
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Career & College,

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
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Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Room: Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: , Literature
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Active little ones and their caregivers will have fun singing songs, dancing and reading while laying the foundation for future reading success. ...

SRCA Exercises

11:00am - 12:00pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Older Adults

Books to a Beat--Babies and toddlers learning hour

11:30am - 12:30pm
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
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Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Community Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: , Literature
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A loosely structured program of play, music, stories, and songs to encourage your baby's growth and discovery of the world around them. Babies and toddler from 0-4 years of age & their caregivers welcomed to join us for a fun learning experience....

Preschool Story Time

11:30am - 12:30pm
Clairemont Library
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Library Branch: Clairemont Library
Room: Children's Area - Clairemont
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
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Fun preschool stories & songs with Miss Joyce with a simple craft afterwards.  ...

Qigong

11:30am - 12:30pm
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
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Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:
Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice that focuses on deep breathing, gentle movements and stretching through fun, easy-to-learn exercises that promote vitality, improved balance, a stronger immune system, and better circulation.  This class cov...

Vista Hill Bridges Resource Table

11:30am - 1:00pm
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
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Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Lobby - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:
Homeless Outreach Workers from Vista Hill Bridges will provide information and resources for adults seeking to make the personal changes necessary to live a clean & sober productive life.  Sober living and case management resources will...

Toddler Storytime

11:45am - 12:15pm
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Children's Area - Logan Heights
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Literature
Event Details:
Toddler Storytime incorporates interactive stories, songs and games that build language and literacy skills. Have fun with books and bubbles. Ideal for ages 0 to 4 years of age.   ...

SR Knitting Club

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Seminar Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:
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! ...

Bridge Club

12:00pm - 3:15pm
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:
Party Bridge for ages 16 - Adult. Experience necessary. ...

Mind-Body Fitness for Older Adults

12:30pm - 1:30pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:
Mind-Body Fitness for Older Adults is a restorative and contemplative class designed to promote physical and emotional balance, release stress, and create greater inner awareness through Hatha Chair Yoga. This class blends modified yoga postures, ...

The Green Thumbs: A Children's Garden Club!

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Mira Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Inside Patio - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement,
Event Details:
Exposure to nature through play leads to exploration and discovery, engaging both the physical and mental abilities of children. This program is for kids to learn about the environment, gardening and how to care for the earth! For 18 months - 8 ye...

BABY YOGA

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Ocean Beach Library
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Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: , Wellness
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Baby and Me Yoga is geared toward babies 4 weeks old to pre-crawling only.  Mom and baby will bond during this fun and intimate session.  PLEASE BRING A YOGA MAT AND A BOTTLE OF WATER! ...

Recovery International

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: , Wellness
Event Details:
If you or someone you know is struggling with stress, tension, anxiety, panic, mood disorder, anger, fears - you are not alone! Join Recovery International for peer-led, self-help meetings. ...

CHILDREN'S YOGA

1:30pm - 2:00pm
Ocean Beach Library
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Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: , Wellness
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The Children’s class includes fun poses for parents and kids, yoga story time and a bit of singing.  Watch as your child transforms his or herself into a cat, a monkey, a dog, a lion and much, much more! PLEASE BRING A YOGA MAT AND A BOTTLE O...

Mind/Body Fitness

2:30pm - 3:30pm
San Carlos Library
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Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:
Mind/Body Fitness provides a way for older adults and people with disabilities to practice yoga and mindfulness. It is a great practice for everyone, as it deepens flexibility and strengthens personal body awareness.  Every Tuesday. ...

Baby Storytime

3:00pm - 3:30pm
Mission Valley Library
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Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: , Literature
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Join us for a program that is perfect for babies and young toddlers: short, fun and interactive.   ...

Read-Aloud: Pride and Prejudice

3:00pm - 3:45pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Literature
Event Details:
Join Librarian Christina Wainwright for a read-aloud from Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice" every weekday at 3pm. Drinking tea while listening to this British classic is encouraged, but not required. Book Description: "Pride and Prejudice" was f...

Beginner Chess Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Clairemont Library
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Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Room: Meeting Room - North Clairemont
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:
Have you always wanted to learn how to play chess or improve your skills? If you have never played before, or are a beginner that needs someone to practice with, join us for some friendly competition! Ages 7 - Adult. ...

Crochet Fun

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Children's Round Tables - Rancho Penasquitos
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art,
Event Details:
Learn how to crochet!  If you already know how, bring your project, hang out with other crocheters, and get answers to your questions.  Ages 6 and up.   ...

Video Game Challenge

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Seminar Room 1 - Logan Heights
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:
Come have some fun and play video games! We usually play Super Smash Brothers Ultimate but we have others as well. ...

Afternoon Storytime

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: , Literature
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Ms. Linda will entertain you with stories and songs. ...

Kids' Yoga & Stories

4:00pm - 4:45pm
San Carlos Library
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Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:
Stories can really get you moving!  An elementary teacher/yoga instructor helps kids unwind with a storytime that incorporates books, songs, scarves and movement.  Please bring a mat or towel.  Ages 3-8.  Every Tuesday. ...

Crafts for Kids

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Linda Vista Library
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Children's Storytime Nook - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type:
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Stretch your imagination and discover the artist within you've always known existed! Create fabulous crafts! In this program, get detailed instructions on how to make a craft you'll be able to take home! We provide the supplies! ...

Crafts With Miss Cheryl

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
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Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art, , Science/STEAM
Event Details:
Join Miss Cheryl every Tuesday night for crafts and fun. Miss Cheryl provides craft projects suitable for all ages. However, children under 8 years old require a parent's presence and assistance. ...

Lego Playtime

5:00pm - 6:00pm
North Park Library
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Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement,
Event Details:
By building with LEGO blocks and DUPLO bricks, kids can learn by exploring with new ideas, sharing concepts and strategies with other attendees, and simply letting their imaginations run wild.   Each creation is put on display in the librar...

Summer Reading BookClub

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Seminar Room (A-B) - Valencia Park/Malcolm X

Literature Comes to Life - A Summer Reading Program Special Event

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Literature, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:
Kids have an opportunity to dress in costume and be a part of the dramatic fun as Literature Comes to Life in a rendition of Goldilocks! All ages welcome - bring the whole family! ...
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RB Library Chess Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rancho Bernardo Library
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Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Frank Lenfesty Seminar Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type:
Event Details:
Learn to play chess for the first time or practice your latest strategies with other players. All skill levels are welcome. ...

Analog Game Night

6:00pm - 7:30pm
North Park Library
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Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: Adult Reading Area
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:
Get your best game face on and join us at Analog Game Night! We will have many kid-friendly games available. This program will be staff-attended for the first hour and then patrons may wrap up any games themselves prior to closing. ...

Hatha Yoga

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
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Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Community Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:
Bring your mat, water, and wear comfortable clothing to this free weekly yoga class.  Bilingual. ...

Poetry Legacy II

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Study Room 3 - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Literature
Event Details:
Coordinated by published poets Pat Andrus and Christopher R, each workshop focuses on one poet, including the reading of several poems by participants—remember that poetry was originally meant to be heard. After this recitation participants have 15-2...

Pajama Story Time

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
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Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Art, Literature
Event Details:
Put on your coziest jammies and join us for early bedtime stories in the library. Children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by a caregiver.   ...

PJ Storytime & Craft

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
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Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Children's Area - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art, , Literature
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Children will enjoy stories, songs, and a craft.  Pajamas optional!   ...

Banned Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mira Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Seminar/Booksale Room - Mira Mesa
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:
The Mira Mesa Library’s Banned Book Club, a book group with a “freedom to read” theme, meets the last Tuesday of each month (no meeting in December), 6:30pm at the library, 8405 New Salem St. The group focuses on books and authors that have been b...