Welcome to the 3rd Annual Short Story Contest sponsored by the Friends of San Diego Central Library.
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.
Hullabaloo - fun music event for babies/toddlers. Do your little ones like to wiggle and shake and laugh and sing? Then this is for you!!! Bring a blanket if you like – the event is held in the park adjacent to the library.
Active little ones and their caregivers will have fun singing songs, dancing and reading while laying the foundation for future reading success.
Join Mr. B for a super fun and energetic journey through children's literature.
Filled with interactive stories, songs, dancing, games, bubbles, and more!
A loosely structured program of play, music, stories, and songs to encourage your baby's growth and discovery of the world around them.
This class is for children 2 - 6 years old and begins with a story that morphs into a warm-up routine.
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
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
Drop in and learn about the energy saving upgrades coming to the building or visit https://sites.energycenter.org/sdzn3 anytime.
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.
Find out what's going on in your baby's mind, strengthen you bond with your baby, and lessen frustration brought on by miscommunication. Interactive presentation led by Jennifer Duncan also includes sing-alongs and bubble time ending with Q&
Meet for a different book selection every third Tuesday of the month. Read "Galileo's Daughter: A Historical Memoir of Science, Faith, and Love" by Dava Sobel and then join us for a lively and thoughtful book discu
This lecture highlights the roles and everyday life of Mesoamerican women and how they lived before the European conquest, particularly in the region of the valley of Mexico before 1492.
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.
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!
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.
Knit our community together, while we either learn how to knit or work on our own projects. Please bring yarn, needles, your project, and come ready to knit with Eileen Adler. This program repeats on the 3rd Tuesday of each month.
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.
Join us for a program that is perfect for babies and young toddlers: short, fun and interactive.
We supply the Legos, you provide the creativity! Children ages 5-12 are invited to unleash their imaginations and build! Parent assistance is required for all children age 8 and under. This program meets on the first and th
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
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.
Mar. 3rd: Silhouette Studio - Heat Transfer Hats
Mar. 10th: 3D Printer - Beginners Tutorial
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
Join us as we celebrate Holi with colorful crafts, refreshments and entertainment.
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.
Create your very own 3D printed good luck charm in honor of St. Patrick’s Day to keep the mischievous leprechauns away!
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.
Join us to explore cooking through a scientific lens. Students will sniff and taste different spices and learn about combining flavors. We will also test the validity of the traditional taste-bud map.
Ms. Linda will entertain you with stories and songs.
Make a Leprechaun!
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.
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!
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 us in celebration of St. Patrick's Day with themed arts and crafts, shamrock face painting, a movie, and light refreshments.
Don't forget to wear green!!
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.
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
Delve into the underwater ecosystem of San Diego’s kelp forest as you learn about algae and other incredible organisms. Interactive “creature features” will highlight a variety of marine animals, including invertebrates, fish and sharks.
Share the passion for music with music instruction, group classes, ensembles and performance opportunities.
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!
Stretch your idea of what a book can be! It’s not just a book-it’s an artist’s book! You will learn a variety of book structures and binding techniques while using a variety of art media to create unique pages. All supplies are p
Visit the library for storytime in your comfy pajamas while Miss Jennifer uses and teaches sign language to enhance the reading of beloved children's picture books. Includes bubble time too! [Birth - 5 years old]
Learn to play chess for the first time or practice your latest strategies with other players. All skill levels are welcome.
An inclusive story time for ages 2-8 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 2– 8.
Spring into STEAM: Sounds of the Rainforest: Making a Manguare (Amazonian people drum)
Learn how the Bora-Huitoto People, one of the many tribes living on the Amazon forest, make and use their drums to communicate among themselves and between villages. Create and decorate a small drum replica and learn rhythmic patterns for mu
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
Join us for a discussion around how societal factors like worsening inequality, alienation, and more contribute to the ongoing crisis of "diseases of despair" like depression and addiction.
Bring your mat, water, and wear comfortable clothing to this free weekly yoga class. Bilingual.
The tragic and controversial story of Cameron Todd Willingham, who was executed in Texas for killing his three children after scientific evidence and expert testimony that bolstered his claims of innocence were suppressed.
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 and their adults will sing songs, learn rhymes, dance, move, listen to stories, and engage with education and musical toys.
Children will enjoy stories, songs, and a craft. Pajamas optional!