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Modern Classics Book Club: A Tree Grows in Brooklyn

10:00am - 10:30am
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Literature
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Welcome to our virtual book club!  We will be discussing a wide variety of books ranging from classic selections to modern literature.

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Toddler Yoga

10:30am - 11:00am
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Denny Sanford Children's Library (1st Floor)
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: , Wellness
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Watch as your child transforms into a cat, a monkey, a dog, a lion and much more!  Join us for stories and fun yoga poses.  For families with children ages 1-4.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Take & Make Summer Crafts

11:00am - 12:00pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
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**UPDATE ** 8/18/2020 - We are currently out of craft kits for August. Join us next month for more crafts. 

Free craft kits for you to take home and make with your little ones.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Preschool Storytime

11:30am - 12:00pm
Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Literature
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Join our Children’s Librarian Miss Luz for stories, songs, fingerplays, and lots of fun!  This Storytime is designed especially for children ages  2-4.   This program meets every Wednesday. 

 

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Meditation for a Happy Life

11:30am - 12:30pm
Linda Vista Library
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: , Wellness
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A guided meditation based on Buddhist wisdom to find happiness and peace in daily life.

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Signing Storytime

11:45am - 12:30pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Children's Area - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
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A 45 minute Storytime for young children including books and music with the addition of American Sign Language signs with Jennifer Duncan from Signs at Play.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL - Adult Beginning English for Shy People

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Balboa Library
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Library Branch: Balboa Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Citizenship and Immigration, Community Engagement,
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ESL - Adult Beginning English for Shy People. Geared toward newcomers learning English.

This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Silver Age Yoga

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
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Instructors are from Silver Age Yoga.  Every class utilizes chairs but please bring your  own exercise mat if desired.  No reservations required.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Arts & Crafts with Ms. Cindy

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clairemont Library
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Library Branch: Clairemont Library
Room: Children's Area - Clairemont
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art
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Join us each week to make a new craft. All materials will be provided. 

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

Literacy Skills for Emerging Readers presented by Microsoft

2:00pm - 4:00pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Online/Virtual, , Literature
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In collaboration with Microsoft and the San Diego Public Library, here is an opportunity to sign up for the Literacy Skills for Emerging Readers virtual workshop.

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The Arty Loon Show

2:30pm - 3:15pm
San Carlos Library
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Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Children's Area - San Carlos
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
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In this interactive program, Arty Loon will use balloons, magic, juggling, and puppetry to present a show that will leave you in stitches.  Everyone will enjoy watching, participating, and learning about all the different art forms presented

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Storybox Theater

3:00pm - 3:30pm
Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Room: Children's Area - Carmel Mountain Ranch
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Literature
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A presentation of Japanese style storytelling called Kamishibai, which combines the use of hand drawn visuals with the entertaining narration of a live presenter.  A delightful and fun story time appropriate for ages 3-10.

 

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

Afternoon Anime

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, Films
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Life is better with anime, so join us every Wednesday for a one hour anime break! We’ll provide the anime and some light snacks, just come and unwind with us!

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Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Performing Arts, Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
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Noteworthy Puppets returns to the library!  Join whiz kids Max & Julie embark on a Hip-Hop musical S.T.E.A.M.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
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August Craft Time for Kids & Families

3:30pm - 3:30pm
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Featured, Art
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LEGO Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Children's Area - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, , Wellness
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Jammin' @ the Library: Guitar Instruction

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Neil Morgan Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Performing Arts
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Jammin’ @ the Library program offers free beginning guitar instruction for teens and adults at the San Diego Public Library’s Central Library in a series of group lessons.  The program is for ages 12 and up.

This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
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Tween/Teen DIY: 5-minute Chocolate Mug Cake

4:00pm - 4:15pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Community Engagement
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Need dessert ASAP? We've got you covered! This 5-minute chocolate mug cake is sure to satisfy your most serious chocolate craving! Plus it can be vegan and gluten-free. And did we mention it's insanely delicious?

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Lego Builders Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
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Learn, play, and create with LEGOs! Children can build with LEGOs and display their creations in the library.

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Painting with Ms. Ana

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Linda Vista Library
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
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Paint high, paint low.  Paint often so that your heart's all aglow.  Join Ms. Ana as she helps guide you through a fun paint session!

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Paws for Reading

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rancho Bernardo Library
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Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Snook's Nook Storytime Area
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: , Literature
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Paws for Reading is a program that allows children (K - 4th grade) to read aloud to a therapy dog in order to improve reading and communication skills.

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Craft Time

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Rancho Bernardo Library
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Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Children's Area - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art,
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Fun and simple crafts for children 3 years & up. Younger children may require parental assistance.

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Goodnight Moon Pajama Story Time

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Mira Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Children's Area - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Literature
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Join us on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday evenings for stories and a relaxing time with “furry friends” (stuffed animals). Show up in your pajamas!
At 6:00 pm in the Children’s Story Time Area!

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Summer Reading Program: Dance to Evolve

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Mira Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
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Dig Deep into your inner movement and explore all the exciting ways to move groove and express yourself with Dance To EvOLve.

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Library Branch: Clairemont Library
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Literature
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Clairemont Library's Literary Book Club is a group of friendly readers who enjoy discussing some of the latest books. The group has chosen a one book per month to read and talk about.

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Virtual Great Read Alouds with Miss Terri

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Balboa Library
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Library Branch: Balboa Library
Room: Children's Area - Balboa
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Community Engagement, Literature
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Join us online on Wednesday evenings as Miss Terri shares entertaining stories while you practice your listening skills and celebrate the love of reading.

SAN CARLOS AREA COUNCIL (SCAC)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
San Carlos Library
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Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery
Program Type: Community Engagement
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Interested in what is going on around San Carlos?  Come to the San Carlos Area Council Meeting and listen to the topics that affect this community.  Meetings include updates from local and state officials and special presentations.

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Book Group

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
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Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Literature
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The PB Book Discussion group meets on the 1st Wednesday of each month.  Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk for check-out.