Qi Gong (Chi Gong) is a simple preventative health method of relaxing and harmonizing the body. These gentle exercises are suitable for any age and health condition.
The free ESL class focuses on conversation at the intermediate level. Limit 25. The term goes from 1/23/20 to 5/14/20. For more information call 760.757.2121, x8770.
Free tax prep help provided by AARP volunteers. No reservations, first come first served only. Tax help will be available every Thursday through April 9.
Launchpad and San Diego Libraries are teaming for an exciting week dedicated to introducing students to entrepreneurship and innovation. Instructed by Tina Klein, Ph.D., Founder of Launchpad (The Center for Accelerating Success), this hands-
Receive free tax assistance from professionals!
No appointments. First come, first serve.
Preschool Storytime, led by professional storyteller, Marilyn McPhie.
Please join us with your young ones for Preschool Storytime on Thursdays at 9:45 a.m.
Songs, stories, movement, and fun!
We bring the stories to life by involving the children on many levels. There are thematic props, songs and games which allow the children to have as much fun as possible. Your children will have a wonderful experience and want to keep
Listen to a terrific picture book and then make a story-based craft at the library! Geared toward preparing preschoolers for Kindergarten success. We look forward to seeing you! [Preschool - 5yrs.]
Bring in your eReader, tablet or smartphone and our staff will guide you in downloading SDPL's free eBooks and eAudiobooks. Every Thursday.
Improve your balance and mobility with slow, controlled movement. For ages 60+.
Join this group of friendly, intelligent readers and discuss a wide variety of fiction and nonfiction across all genres.
Come socialize, play your favorite games or, on select days, try your hand at a craft. We will offer a variety of games such as chess, checkers, Mahjong, Scrabble, Yahtzee, party bridge, cribbag and more.
Drop in, free tutoring for adults with internet questions.
Meet Library Volunteer, Alvan, at the public computers closest to the Circulation Desk.
Our Guild's goal is to promote interest in all forms of quilting and textile art and to provide a forum for the continuation of the tradition of quilting as an art and as a method of recording history and story-telling within the community.
Delightful program of music and movement for preschool age kids and their caregivers.
Join Ms. Mei for a thrilling Chinese language storytime ride! Preschoolers will be treated to tales told with gusto and will have the opportunity to sing with other children in the storytime group!
Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary-school age kids, this simple dance program will feature the Hokey Pokey, Baby Shark, and more. Families, it’s time to get your groove on!
Stories and songs introduce early literacy skills in young children.
Join Monta Briant for an interactive story time with enjoyable songs, stories, and American Sign Language!
Class includes fun poses for parents and kids during yoga story time. Watch your child transform into a cat, dog, lion, and more!
Peter McBride is a storyteller and musician. He has worked for both for the Los Angeles and San Diego Public School systems. He is no stranger to us having been one of our best story tellers. A performer not to miss!
Join us for Chinese songs, stories and playtime. For toddlers and preschool age children.
All young children and their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs and rhymes. We hope to see you there!
Join Ms. Teri for an engaging preschool storytime that promotes a love of reading and quality together time. Featuring stories, fun, and play!
Join Jennifer Duncan as she leads a special sign language storytime! Using the excitement and fun of signing American Sign Language (ASL) to enhance the reading of well-loved children’s picture books.
Start your day with fantastic stories! Join us for Morning Story Time at 11:00AM.
Children (and parents) will enjoy simple stories, songs and community.
Explore the French language through song in this bilingual program.
Join us for our weekly craft after our story times in the children’s art area.
This fun low impact class uses martial art movements to increase flexibility, balance, range of motion, relaxation, mental focus, vitality, strength and overall well-being.
Baby Sign Language Basics author, Monta Z. Briant puts on a super-fun sign language performance for babies through preschoolers. Includes songs, fingerplays, books, fun toys and props, and bubbles!
Learn leg strengthening exercises to help your balance & posture. Chairs are also available for seated exercises.
Chair yoga is a general term for practices that modify yoga poses so that they can be done while seated in a chair. The chair helps eliminate strain on your joints while increasing stability & balance.
Join us every Thursday for a fun-filled arts and crafts hour. Projects inspired by books, holidays, seasons, songs, and more!
Afterschool Arts & Crafts
CANCELED - Book Club: A Long Petal of the Sea - A Novel by Isabel Allende
Ready to fire up your writing, jump start a novel, or just keep the ideas flowing? Join us for a weekly drop-in writing group.
Bring your knit and crochet projects and socialize with fellow stitchers!
All levels are welcome and instruction is available.
Homework Help at Balboa Branch Library continues with new hours! Thursdays, 1:30-3:00pm. We are pleased to offer this program for Kindergarten through 8th grade students.
If you think you have a story to tell or a unique perspective to share with others then we invite you to be part of our writer's group. Participate in writing exercises designed to help you call forth your talents.
2 Books
3 Songs
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Playtime!
Storytime includes music, toys, and BUBBLES, of course! Storytime lasts until 2:30, at which time parents can stay for unstructured playtime.
If you like playing Chess or would like to learn, we have two great players, Keith and Bob, that can both teach you and play a game with you. Stop by and see what they are up to every Thursday at 2:00pm.
Learn entry level operating instructions for computerized sewing machines and beginning techniques. Participants will practice basic stitches and complete an easy drawstring bag! All materials provided.
We host both American and Chinese Mah Jong. No instruction provided so players must know how to play the game. Adults only. Please bring your own Mah Jong tiles.
Monthly information table about child support every first Thursday of the month.
Monthly information table about child support every first Thursday of the month.
Three teenagers must help a Yeti return to his family while avoiding a wealthy man and a zoologist who want it for their own needs.
2019. 97 minutes. PG.
Free refreshments for those that stay for the movie.
Thursdays are game days at the Clairemont Library! Play board games like: Candyland · Chutes & Ladders · Battleship · Monopoly · Yahtzee · Sorry · Jigsaw puzzles and more!
Learn the fundamentals of drawing in an Anime/Manga style! Students will learn topics such as lighting, folds, anatomy, and general drawing techniques. Want to improve your drawing skills? This workshop is for you!
All levels of Chess experience are welcome - beginners to advanced.
All ages, children and adults!
Staff and volunteers will be available to help you with homework.
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
Parents and kids can learn to make and take colorful jewelry, lanyards, and other useful objects using mini looms. For families with children ages 7-12.
Get creative with Legos!
All ages welcome; Duplo blocks are available for younger builders.
W-O-R-D
G-A-M-E
F-U-N!
Free ESL class presented by Southwestern College. Sign-ups required.
This session is a T/Th class, NC-109 E1 BASIC ESL II, beginning April 2 and ending on May 21.
Bring your child to an entertaining craft at the Otay Mesa Library every Thursday at 4pm!
The craft is different each week, with featured crafts for holidays and special library events! Come join us for this fun event!
Join us at Clairemont for crafts and fun! Fun crafts for the whole family - anything from pencil toppers to bookmarks to decorations. All ages are welcome. Younger children may need assistance from parents.
Come and create with us! Join us as we provide all the supplies needed for do-it-yourself arts and crafts.
Calling all Gamers!
Join us as we play Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and more!
We may even host a few tournaments with prizes!
Drop in and create art together!
Beginner sewing class for teens. Bring your own fabric.
Join us on the 1st Thursday of each month as we blend technology with arts and crafts, utilizing the Silhouette Studio and Cameo 3 Cutter. Open to ages 12 & up. Brought to you by the Friends of the University He
FREE 10-week class to prepare for the Citizenship Test and Interview. You may preregister at the library or in class the first 2 weeks. Presented by Jewish Family Service of San Diego.