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-Arts & Crafts for Kids

All Day
University Heights Library
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Library Branch: University Heights Library
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art
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Let's get creative!  Color, paint, draw, and create a variety of fun and easy art and craft projects!  Held every Saturday.

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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Neil Morgan Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
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The Culinary Historians of San Diego (CHSD) in partnership with San Diego Public Library invites you to this entertaining talk on a variety of food and drink, their history, and their roles in society, both locally and worldwide.

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Meditation

9:30am - 10:30am
San Carlos Library
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Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery
Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
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According to the Mayo Clinic, "If stress has you anxious, tense and worried, consider meditation. Spending even a few minutes in meditation can restore your calm and inner peace." Every Saturday except the 1st Saturday of the month.

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Citizenship Classes

9:30am - 11:30am
San Ysidro Library
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Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Kreutzkamp Foundation Foundation Children's Homework Center - San Ysidro
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Citizenship and Immigration
Event Details:

Citizenship classes - Saturday Mornings - 9:30 - 11:30am

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Ikebana: Japanese Art of Flower Arranging

9:30am - 2:30pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement,
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Make a beautiful flower arrangement to take home! Classes are taught by master artist Jackie Zhang of the Ohara School of Ikebana.

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Aztec Bridge Club

9:30am - 3:00pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Lounge/ Multi-Media Open Area
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement

Social Innovation

9:30am - 4:30pm
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Día de San Ysidro

9:30am - 5:00pm
San Ysidro Library
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Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

An event celebrating the community of San Ysidro

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Chinese Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Children's Area - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: , Literature
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Pre-schoolers will enjoy this Chinese Language Storytime, with stories and songs in Chinese.

All are welcome!

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Book Discussion Group - read and discuss a variety of genres and topics

10:00am - 11:00am
Kensington-Normal Heights Library
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Library Branch: Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Room: Adult Area - Kensington
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Literature
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Gain insight into books by group discussions.  Facilitated by Kathi Diamant.

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Gardening Exchange

10:00am - 11:00am
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Front Plaza - Rancho Penasquitos
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
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Stop and Swap: Seeds, Plants, and More!

Too many zucchinis? Lots of cut flowers? Succulents getting too big? Ordered too many radish seeds?

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Painting Party

10:00am - 11:00am
Rancho Peñasquitos
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art
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Come join the Painting Party!

Learn some basic painting techniques and create a different masterpiece at each session!

Recommended for ages 7-12, but also a great family program!

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
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Saya - Wind Instruments

10:00am - 11:00am
Carmel Valley Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: , Performing Arts
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 3
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High school students give free music lessons to children. There will be openings for 3 FLUTE Students and 2 TRUMPET Students. Students must supply their own instruments as they are not provided.

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Lego Club

10:00am - 11:30am
Tierrasanta Library
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Library Branch: Tierrasanta Library
Room: Community Room - Tierrasanta
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, Science/STEAM
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Come build with us!  Legos provided, you bring your imagination!  Ages 5 & up.

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Meditación en Español

10:00am - 11:30am
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: David C. Copley Foundation Teen IDEA Lab
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, En Español, Wellness
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Prácticas de meditación para disminuir la presión, el estrés y mejorar la salud total.

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Computers 2 Kids

10:00am - 12:00pm
City Heights/Weingart Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type:
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Take a computer skills class and, if you qualify, you may receive a computer!  Please contact Computers 2 Kids if you have any questions.

 

https://www.c2sdk.org/contact/

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Computers 2 Kids

10:00am - 12:00pm
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
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Parents, sign up for this introductory computer class for the chance to qualify for a free computer from Computers 2 Kids. Sign-ups begin on the first day of the month at the circulation desk.

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Computers 2 San Diego Kids

10:00am - 12:00pm
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement,
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Families attend training class then receive a basic desktop computer at no cost. To sign up please call the Logan Heights Branch Library for registration at (619) 533-3968.

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Computers 2 San Diego Kids

10:00am - 12:00pm
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
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Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Seminar Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Do you need a computer but can't afford to buy one?  Sign-up for the C2SDK seminar where you will learn how to qualify and apply for a computer.  Registration required.

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Chinese Language Book Club

10:00am - 12:30pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Foushee Patio Room
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

Chinese Language Book Club (Book Scent) held on the third Saturday of every month.

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Family Yoga Storytime - bring a mat or blanket

10:30am - 11:15am
Kensington-Normal Heights Library
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Library Branch: Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Room: Park Area - Kensington
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Literature
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Yoga Story Time is filled with stories, practice of animal-yoga poses, songs, relaxation, and breathing techniques.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
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Paws for Reading

10:30am - 11:30am
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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Children can read aloud to trained and certified therapy dogs.  “Paws for Reading” is designed to help children improve their reading skills and confidence in reading out loud.  All therapy dogs are provided courtesy of Love on a Leash,

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Paws to Read with Love on a Leash

10:30am - 11:30am
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Children's Area - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
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Come practice your reading or storytelling skills with Finnegan a certified therapy dog with San Diego Love on a Leash!

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Paws to Read

11:00am - 12:00pm
Mira Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Children's Area - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: , Literature
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Children are invited to read to certified therapy dogs to build reading confidence.

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SAYA - PIANO & STRING INSTRUMENTS

11:00am - 12:00pm
Carmel Valley Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: , Performing Arts
Encouraged
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High school students give free music lessons to children. There will be openings for 4 PIANO students and 5 VIOLIN students. Students must supply their own instruments as they are not provided.

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Water Color with Stephanie - beginners welcome!

11:00am - 12:30pm
Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Room: Children's Area - Kensington
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn water color techniques and create small masterpieces!  No pressure, we are here to learn.  Please register online, limited to 10 and all materials are provided.  You are also welcome to bring your own supplies if you would lik

Bike Kitchen: Walk-Up Service

11:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
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Volunteer bicycle mechanics provide minor repair and basic maintenance assistance on a walk-up basis. Bring your bicycle and receive help with flats, cables adjustments, and other simple fixes. 

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Lego Builders Club

11:00am - 3:00pm
North Clairemont Library
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Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
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Kids make Lego creations. Be creative and have fun!

No sign-up needed. Appropriate for ages 3 to 8 years.

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Villa Musica Adult Guitar Class

11:30am - 12:30pm
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Gracia Molina de Pick & Richard Allen Pick Centro Cultural
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Performing Arts
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Free guitar classes at the Logan Heights Branch Library! Applications available the front desk two weeks prior the start of classes. Please return applications before the classes begin.

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Writer's Block

12:00pm - 1:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Literature
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Have you wanted to join a writing group but are busy on weekdays? Then join our weekend writing group, Writer’s Block. Bring your pen and a notebook to an hour of writerly fun!

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Villa Musica Youth Guitar Classes

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Gracia Molina de Pick & Richard Allen Pick Centro Cultural
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Performing Arts
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Free guitar classes at the Logan Heights Branch Library! Applications available the front desk two weeks prior the start of classes. Please return applications before the classes begin.

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Tech Tutoring

12:30pm - 2:30pm
Balboa Library
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Library Branch: Balboa Library
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
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Are you looking to expand your technology skills? Would you like support setting up email, creating a resume, and accessing library databases? We're here to help!

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Kids' Krafternoon

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Balboa Library
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Library Branch: Balboa Library
Room: Children's Area - Balboa
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement,
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Visit the library and create your own fun craft to take home!  [Kindergarten-4th grade]

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Teen Council

1:00pm - 2:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Children's Area - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
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Earn service hours and help the library make decisions about serving teens in our community. Meets once monthly. Free snacks! Ages 12-18. Interested?

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Library NExT: Program Your Future

1:00pm - 4:00pm
San Ysidro Library
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Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Latino Legislative Caucus Tutoring Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
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Program Your Future

FREE Certificate Programs for High School Students!

Saturdays, January 25, 2020 - September 27, 2020 | 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

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Crafts for Adults: Watermelon Carving

2:00pm - 3:00pm
North University Community Library
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Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Community Room - North University
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement
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Create a stunning centerpiece out of a watermelon! All supplies provided. 

Seats are limited. Registration opens on April 16.

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Villa Musica Mariachi Ensemble

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Community Room - Logan Heights
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Performing Arts
Event Details:

Mariachi Ensemble (ages 10+) 

 

 

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Create It!

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Denny Sanford Children's Library (1st Floor)
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Need something to do?  Come on by and get your creative juices flowing!  Art supplies are put out so that you can make simple and easy crafts.

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

Fun Learning Saturdays-

2:00pm - 4:00pm
University Heights Library
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Library Branch: University Heights Library
Age Group: Middle School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
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Participate in fun projects & activities.  Join our teen volunteers who want to share their love for learning!

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This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Open Source Computing Lab

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Innovation Lab (3rd Floor)
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: , IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
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Join us at this drop-in clinic for training and help with open-source software, including Inkscape/Inkstitch, OBS, GIMP, Blender, Audacity, and many more!  Demos and help with installation and configuration will be provided.  Please brin

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Do Your Homework @ the Library

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Union Bank Homework Center (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
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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

Physics of Fidget Spinners

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Discovery Corner - Denny Sanford Children's Library
Program Type: , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Ever wonder why some fidget spinners spin longer or hum louder than others?

Tiny Houses: Mini Architecture

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Paradise Hills Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library
Room: Teen Area - Paradise Hills
Program Type: , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
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The tiny-house movement is sweeping the country! Get the inside scoop on how and why people are designing houses that take up about 15 percent of the space of a traditional home.

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Teen Council

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
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Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Seminar Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Need volunteer hours for school?  Join our Teen Council for a fun, community based volunteer program!

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

Villa Musica Violin Classes

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Gracia Molina de Pick & Richard Allen Pick Centro Cultural
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Performing Arts
Event Details:

To sign-up please visit the Logan Heights Library to obtain the registration form.

Violin Brillante, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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Sustainable Scripps

3:00pm - 5:30pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
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