AARP Tax Aide is back to assist you in filing taxes this year! This only reflects the schedule for Point Loma/Hervey Branch Library. Free tax assistance at our location will run from February 4th thru April 14th, 2020.
Active little ones and their caregivers will have fun singing songs, dancing and reading while laying the foundation for future reading success.
Join us for simple stories, fun songs, and plenty of time to play and explore with Early Learning toys.
Stay for the bubbles at the end!
A delightful program of music and movement for preschool age kids and their caregivers. This program meets on the second Tuesday of the month.
Fun preschool stories & songs with Miss Joyce with a simple craft afterwards.
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
Have you ever thought about writing a memoir? Or have you already started your memoir but could use input from others?
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 w
Explore your musical talent through learning the fundamentals of piano techniques. Keyboards will be provided. For seniors (+55) and Adults (+18) welcome. Free class, enroll anytime in class.
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.
Are you ready to learn English? If so, then don’t miss this terrific opportunity! Come to the Balboa Library and meet Katie, an experienced Laubach ESL (English as a Second Language) tutor. Katie will be available to discuss your
A gentle, slow-paced yoga with Patti Bozorgchami. Learn simple breathing exercises and relaxation techniques.
An inclusive story time for ages 0-8 years, of all abilities, especially those with special needs. Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and free play in a small group setting. For families with children ages 0-8.
Bring your knitting, crocheting and other stitching projects. Share ideas and helpful hints with fellow hobbyists. Instruction may be provided. We look forward to stitching with you!
Party Bridge for ages 16 - Adult. Experience necessary.
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.
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!
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!
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.
FFL Dates 2020
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!
Join us after school for a fun and relaxing time. Every day will have a variety of activities to choose from, such as coloring, puzzles, crafts, legos and more. Staff might lead a craft or read a story, and there will be activitie
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.
We will be “getting to know” the unique and diverse databases/services that the San Diego Public library has. Each month, a special, one hour program will be offered that explains in detail how a specific database/service works.
Join us for a program that is perfect for babies and young toddlers: short, fun and interactive.
Learn basic scientific concepts! Conduct simple experiments! This program meets on the Second and Fourth Tuesday of the month. The Second Tuesday of the month will feature a special science experiment. This program is espec
Calling all teens and tweens! join us for teen-friendly and fun activities on Tuesday afternoons. Whether it be a gross-out contest, a cool craft, or a laid-back movie and popcorn, these activities are a great way to make new friends an
This is a series of workshops on how to create an original story in Japanese Manga style. Students will be creating a character, design, setting and plot. Want to learn the process of how graphic novels are made? This is the
Staff and volunteers will be available to help you with homework.
S.T.E.A.M. related projects for teens including Crafts, Sewing, and 3-D Printing. Ages 8 and up.
Feb. 4: Silhouette Studio - Valentines Day Cards
Feb. 11: 3-D Printer - Jewelry
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Coaches will provide assistance! They'll guide you through math and science assignments, sit with you as you try to sound out words while readi
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.
Create an easy craft to take home. Drop in anytime between 3:30-4:30 pm. There is a different craft each week. For families with children ages 3-12.
Learn, play, and create with LEGOs! Children can build with LEGOs and display their creations in the library.
All levels of Chess experience are welcome - beginners to advanced.
If you don't know how to play chess, you can learn at Chess Club!
All ages, children and adults!
Free ESL class presented by Southwestern College. Sign-ups required.
This session is a T/Th class, NC-108 E4 BASIC ESL I, beginning January 30 and ending on March 19.
Come have some fun and play video games!
We usually play Super Smash Brothers Ultimate but we have others as well.
Ms. Linda will entertain you with stories and songs.
Make Valentine's Day Card! Ages 3 & up, supplies and space limited — please be on time.
Sign-up to reserve a spot starting a week in advance
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.
Explore a different country each month and immerse yourself in the culture. Learn how to prepare a special dish and get a taste of their world. Ages 12-18
TRAVEL WITH YOUR TASTE BUDS!
Supplies will be provided.
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!
A recreational after-school club that gets kids excited about math. You'll build glow-in-the-dark structures, crack secret codes, and play get up-and-move games.
Blast off with math!
Join Bedtime Math's Crazy 8s Math Club, where you'll race across the country, make music with your hands and feet, & train to be a firefighter...it's a totally new kind of math club!
Take a break from schoolwork and explore the ancient art of paperfolding! Learn how to read folding instructions and how to create unique and wonderful creatures and objects out of paper.
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.
Each bookmaker will make two unique covers to distinguish each side and one theme from the other. Join bookmaker Yvonne Perez-Collins for this free class. All supplies are provided.
Kids will learn how to paint and draw with a variety of different media. Create unusual crafts. A new project will be featured each session. All supplies will be provided.
Dive right into coding with Java, one of the world's most scalable and popular programming languages. This is a practical and fun workshop with not lecture-style teaching. You will learn by doing! Workshops provided by the League
Calling all future ocean conservation scientists!
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 lib
Free Computer Classes: Google Suite (Google Docs, Sheets, Forms and More) - Class 4 of 4
Google Suite is an introductory class into the Google Drive suite of programs and briefly explore elements of docs, sheets, forms and more.
You must have a Gmail email address in order to take this course.
The Queen of Hearts and the Mad Hatter cordially invite you to an Alice in Wonderland themed Tea Party. There will be white rabbits, hats, and we'll celebrate an unbirthday or two!
Learn how to play chess, or hone your skills! Chess is a great way to improve logical thinking skills and math ability. All levels welcome. Ages 18 and under. 2nd & 4th Tuesdays.
Come join us at City Heights Library & celebrate Valentine's Day early with a special viewing of Beauty & the Beast.
We will also have fun crafts & snacks (while supplies last)!
Free event, all are welcome!
Share the passion for music with music instruction, group classes, ensembles and performance opportunities.
Learn about the financial side of planning for college, presented by Chris Whittier from College Planning Source.
Join Us! Our monthly support group invites anyone suffering with Crohn's and/or Colitis, as well as their families, friends and care givers, to a 1 hour private meeting where you may feel comfortable sharing or listening, whatever you prefer.
Love your heart, love your food is a Heart Health talk and cooking demo presentation to support the County of San Diego and Live Well San Diego in the Heart Health movement that takes place every year in February in which organizations from acros
Join a community of writers (beginning-advanced level) and learn techniques for writing autobiographies, fiction, and non-fiction reports.
Every Tuesday night, join us for an evening session of stories, songs, & fun!
Great for the entire family!
Emerging readers are invited to practice by reading stories out loud to adorable Love on a Leash therapy dogs. They love listening to stories - read by You! [Pre-K – 6th grade]
Learn to play chess for the first time or practice your latest strategies with other players. All skill levels are welcome.
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.
Are you looking for a quick and easy gifts to make for a special someone? Are you interested in learning about the benefits of aromatherapy? If so, this is the program for you. Attendees will learn about essential oils while maki
The La Jolla/Riford Library and San Diego Comic-Con presents the Graphic Novel Book Club.
Go to www.comic-con.org to sign up and get more information along with reading lists.
We are a Lean In Circle under the network of Lean In San Diego. The nature of our meetings will be either discuss an Lean In topic (related to achieving gender equality) or a presentation of a topic in Technology.
Dive right into coding with Java, one of the world's most scalable and popular programming languages. This is a practical and fun workshop with not lecture-style teaching. You will learn by doing! Workshops provided by the League
Come learn about public school choice options from the Voice of San Diego. A 30 minute presentation of school guides will be followed by an opportunity to ask questions.
Refreshments will be provided.
Bring your mat, water, and wear comfortable clothing to this free weekly yoga class. Bilingual.
MYSTERY/CRIME BOOK CLUB - "KINGDOM OF THE BLIND" by Louise Penny
When a peculiar letter arrives inviting Armand Gamache to an abandoned farmhouse, the former head of the Sûreté du Québec discovers that a complete stranger has named him one of the executors of her will.
Educational information and support group for the mentally ill, their family, and caregivers.
Spanish only.
Members of the club will read a book with a gay theme each month, including novels, memoirs, and plays, and get together to discuss it.
Zak runs away from his care home to make his dream of becoming a wrestler come true.
2019. 137 mins. PG 13.
Free refreshments for movie-goers!
A book discussion group for introverts, melancholics, those experiencing depression or difficulty, and anyone tired of the "happiness/sucess contest."
This program is designed for our youngest learners with the shortest attention spans, ages birth to 3 years old.
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.
Children may come in their comfy pajamas, bring a favorite snuggly toy, and enjoy stories & songs.
Children will enjoy stories, songs, and a craft. Pajamas optional!
This program is neither sponsored nor endorsed by the San Diego Public Library. The Library is not responsible for the information presented in this program.
Renaissance music with traditional instruments and voices.