The North San Diego Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted by MiraCosta College and funded in part by the Small Business Administration will provide free one-on-one consulting for small business owners.

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.

Free class.  Interested?  Simply attend. 

The free ESL class focuses on conversation at the intermediate level. Limit 25. The term runs from 8/22/19—12/12/19. For more information call 760.757.2121, x8770.

Preschool Storytime, led by professional storyteller, Marilyn McPhie.

Storytime with music, finger plays, rhymes, and more.

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

*This program has been canceled.*

Bring in your eReader, tablet or smartphone and our staff will guide you in downloading SDPL's free eBooks and eAudiobooks.  Every Thursday.

Please join us with your young ones for Preschool Storytime & Craft!

Join Ms. Sandy for fun stories, songs, and a special craft!

This event takes place every Thursday, excluding the 3rd Thursday of each month.

Miss Jennifer enhances well-loved children's stories with sign language - followed by singing and bubbles!

Improve your balance and mobility with slow, controlled movement. For ages 60+.

Bring your genealogy and family history questions to Kathy and she can help you get started!

Beginning Genealogy is scheduled the 2nd Thursday of the month.

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.

Yoga Story Time is filled with stories, practice of animal-yoga poses, songs, relaxation, and breathing techniques.

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!

Toddlers will learn basic dance and movement skills, creative expression, coordination, and self-control while dancing and singing along to popular children’s songs.  Interactive fun for the family!

Stories and songs introduce early literacy skills in young children. This year Miss Stacy will be focusing on the alphabet, so look for fun letter-themed storytimes throughout the year!

Please join us for a Peek-A-Boo Baby Storytime! Introduce your baby to reading with books, songs, rhythms, and finger plays designed especially for them. It's fun for pre-walking babies and their parent/grandparents/caregivers.

A presentation of Japanese style storytelling called Kamishibai, which combines the use of hand drawn visuals with the engaging narration of a live presenter. A delightful story time for children.

Please join us as we read this year's One Book, One San Diego Children's book winner, "Dreamers" by Yuyi Morales.

Fun toddler stories and songs with Miss Joyce along with play time afterwards!

Watch your childhood story come to life.  All ages are welcome.  No registration required.

Preschoolers are invited to a storytime, followed by a fun craft!

Join Miss Teri for an engaging preschool storytime that promotes a love of reading and quality together time. Featuring stories, fun, and play!

All young children and their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs and rhymes. We hope to see you there!

Preschool Storytime for Kids; stories, crafts, finger plays and songs

Art Therapy--NC-1053-E10

Fun family films!  

Start your day with fantastic stories!  Join us for Morning Story Time at 11:00AM.

Explore the French language through song in this bilingual program.

Join us for a One Book, One San Diego special craft in the children’s art area following Mr. Mark's story time.

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!

Seated stretching and joint work, to promote muscle development. 

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

Join us anytime! Book club books are available on a cart near the Reserve Shelves; please bring to the Customer Service Desk to check out.

Painting Japanese brush style with beautiful tones of sumi-ink.

Beginners, Seniors and Adult welcome!

FREE class- simply register in class.

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.

Explore and discuss novels, short stories and true crime books. This Continuing Education class also occasionally features guest speakers from the ranks of law enforcement and crime writing. Thursdays from 1:00 to 3:00.

Homework Help on Wednesdays and Thursdays at Balboa Library.  We are pleased to offer this program for our 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.

Whether you are a seasoned player that wants play competitively, or a curious beginner that wants to learn how to play, we welcome you to the Carmel Valley Mah Jong Club. We host both American Mah Jong and Chinese Mah Jong. Adult players only.

Why should the big kids have all the fun?  Join us for a special STEAM program especially made for young children.  Each month will feature a different project that will incorporate STEAM concepts and Play Doh!  No reservations are

Free play with LEGO bricks encourages creativity and improves social skills.

Thursdays are game days at the Clairemont Library! Play board games like: Candyland · Chutes & Ladders · Battleship · Monopoly · Yahtzee · Sorry · Jigsaw puzzles and more!

Ready for some after school video gaming fun??  Sharpen your game & hone your skills with some easy to learn, engaging to play & fun to watch video games.

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

Get creative with Legos!

All ages welcome; Duplo blocks are available for younger builders.

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!

Every month, we’ll be crafting some crazy and cool projects. Join us and show off your creativity!

Join us at Clairemont for crafts and fun! Volunteer Rod leads weekly craft projects that are new and different every time! Fun crafts for the whole family - anything from pencil toppers to bookmarks to decorations. All ages are welcome.

If you have a crazy aunt, raise your hand. If you ARE the crazy aunt, raise your hand.

Drop in and create art together!

Exploring the world one book at a time!