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

Live Interactive Video 2nd/3rd Grade Storytime with Mr. Luan

9:30am - 10:00am
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Community Engagement,
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I'll read in a way that'll keep 2nd and 3rd graders on the edge of their seats--funny stories, bios, fictional absurdities, nonfictional tall tales; whatever works.  The interactive element of the

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Community Engagement, , Literature, Performing Arts
Event Details:

I'll read in a way that'll keep 2nd and 3rd graders on the edge of their seats--funny stories, bios, fictional absurdities, nonfictional tall tales; whatever works.  The interactive element of the

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

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: Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Ikebana: Japanese Art of Flower Arranging

9:30am - 12:30pm
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: Art, Community Engagement,
Event Details:

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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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Seminar Room (A-B) - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Attorneys will provide FREE legal consultations on:

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

SATURDAY MORNING STORYTIME!

10:00am - 10:30am
Paradise Hills Library
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Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library
Room: Patio - Paradise Hills
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
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Please join us for stories and songs every Saturday morning on the patio at 10:00AM.

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

Dance Pants Bash!

10:00am - 10:45am
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Performing Arts
Event Details:

Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary-school age kids, this simple dance program will feature "The Wheels on the Bus," "Baby Shark," and more. Families, it’s time to show us your moves and come dance with us!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Tie-dye a T-Shirt at the Library

10:00am - 11:00am
Rancho Peñasquitos
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, , Summer Reading Program
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Learn how to tie-dye a t-shirt with the library! 

All supplies will be provided.

For all ages.

** Be sure to indicate t-shirt size when registering! **

 

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

E-Sports Workshop

10:00am - 12:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: IDEA Lab - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Bring excitement, intrigue, and community with our e-Sports Workshop!

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

Family Career Exploration Day

10:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Room: Community Room - Mountain View/Beckwourth
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: Career & College,
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Are you ready to change jobs or pursue a new career, but don't know where to start? Do you want your kids to start learning about how to find their place in the world of work?

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

DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

10:00am - 1:00pm
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
Program Type: Featured,
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Drop-In Tech Help

10:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Mary Hollis Clark Conference Center
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type:
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First come, first served - get your tech questions answered.

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

Gardening Exchange

10:00am - 1:00pm
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
Event Details:

Stop and Swap: Seeds, Plants, Veggies, Fruits, Flowers and More!

Too many zucchinis? Lots of cut flowers? Succulents getting too big? Fruits and Veggies galore? Ordered too many radish seeds?

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Library Branch: City Heights Performance Annex
Room: Black Box Theatre
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:

The San Diego Ballet presents the Carnival of the Animals Performance Workshop!

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

SD Ballet

10:00am - 3:00pm
City Heights Performance Annex
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Library Branch: City Heights Performance Annex
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:

Free ballet and jazz classes. Join us on Saturdays to learn how to dance ballet and jazz.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

UC Dance Pants Party

10:30am - 11:00am
University Community Library
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Library Branch: University Community Library
Room: Community Room - University Community
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: , Performing Arts
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Saturday morning dancing is recommended for toddlers, preschoolers and kindergartners. Kids will twist, shout and make their moves to musical favorites like "Wheels On the Bus", "Baby Shark" and more! Come show us your dance moves!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Live Interactive Video Preschool/Kindergarten Storytime with Mr. Luan

10:30am - 11:15am
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Community Engagement,
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My Live Interactive Video Preschool/Kindergarten Storytimes, good for kids ages 4 to 6, are fun, kinetic, and humorous experiences!  I make it a point not just to read books, but to perform them as well!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Community Engagement, , Literature, Performing Arts
Event Details:

My Live Interactive Video Preschool/Kindergarten Storytimes, good for kids ages 4 to 6, are fun, kinetic, and humorous experiences!  I make it a point not just to read books, but to perform them as well!

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

DYH@L presents: STEM Robotics / Video Game Coding

10:30am - 12:00pm
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Seminar Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DYH@L Student Camps,
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Learn to build robots through a step-by-step program! Students work on Arduino-based Robotic designs, learning electronics, coding, and robotics. 

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Signing Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
North Park Library
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Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type:
Event Details:

Sign language fun for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with Ms. Jennifer!

Come learn some simple signs and songs at this fun weekly event!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Three Little Pigs: The Puppet Musical - Presented by Noteworthy Puppets

11:00am - 11:30am
Kensington-Normal Heights Library
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Library Branch: Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Room: Park Area - Kensington
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

The timeless lesson that hard work and dedication pay off comes to life with handmade puppets and original songs.  While two little pigs are content to take the easy route, their pigheadedness could spell trouble when the Big Bad Wolf comes k

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

Saturday Morning Craft Time

11:00am - 11:45am
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
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Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Room: Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art,
Event Details:

Join us in the Community room for a volunteer led craft session.

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

Bilingual Arabic and English Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
Skyline Hills Library
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Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Children's Nook - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join Ms. Nada for a fun Bilingual Arabic storytime and craft! Learn about Arabic cultures, words, and sounds. This storytime is open for children ages 0-8.

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

Paws to Read

11:00am - 12:00pm
Mira Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Inside Patio - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: , Literature
Event Details:

Join us for the return of Therapy Dogs to the Library! Children are invited to read to, and interact, with  certified therapy dogs to build reading confidence.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

SRP -Zoovargo

11:00am - 12:00pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Featured, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

How many different animal species call the rainforest home? Millions!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Tie-dye a T-Shirt at the Library

11:00am - 12:00pm
Rancho Peñasquitos
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, , Summer Reading Program
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to tie-dye a t-shirt with the library! 

All supplies will be provided.

For all ages.

** Be sure to indicate t-shirt size when registering! **

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

SoulKiss Playwrighting Workshop

11:00am - 12:30pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Room 825
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, , LGBTQIA+, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Join us Tuesday, 07/12 (click here for details) for a live performance of original works from SoulKiss Theater playwrighting workshop participants!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Friends of the Library Monthly Meeting

11:00am - 1:00pm
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Everyone is welcome to attend the Friends of the Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Branch Library's monthly meeting.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

SDPL @ Juneteenth Healing the Community Festival

11:00am - 6:30pm
Outreach
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Stop by and visit library staff at the San Diego Public Library booth at the Juneteenth Healing the Community Festival on Saturday, June 18th 2022.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Live Interactive Video Preschool/Kindergarten Drawing Class with Mr. Luan

11:30am - 12:15pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Art, Community Engagement,
Event Details:

I'll show kids how to draw basic shapes.  Then we'll add other elements to those shapes to create popular objects like people, bunnies, cars, fish, caterpillars, houses, etc..  Throughout the lessen I'll have them color parts of those ob

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Art, Community Engagement,
Event Details:

I'll show kids how to draw basic shapes.  Then we'll add other elements to those shapes to create popular objects like people, bunnies, cars, fish, caterpillars, houses, etc..  Throughout the lessen I'll have them color parts of those ob

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Tie-dye a T-Shirt at the Library

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Rancho Peñasquitos
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, , Summer Reading Program
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn how to tie-dye a t-shirt with the library! 

All supplies will be provided.

For all ages.

** Be sure to indicate t-shirt size when registering! **

 

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

ToskWerks Presents Sandscape Air Plant Family Workshop

12:00pm - 1:00pm
University Heights Library
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Library Branch: University Heights Library
Room: Children's Area - University Heights
Age Group: All Ages, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, DYH@L Student Camps, Community Engagement, Performing Arts, Program Includes Kit
Event Details:

Join us for a creative, educational, and interactive Sandscape Air Plant workshop presented by ToshWerkS.

ToshWerkS is an Art & Design Studio focused on promoting Art, Culture and Literacy.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Art Reception

12:00pm - 2:00pm
San Carlos Library
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Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Roberta’s goals are to bring movement, freshness and rich color excitement to the figure, floras, and fauna she creates.  Roberta enjoys oil painting, and finds great freedom and sprit in experimenting with different watercolor techniques.&nb

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

Father's Day Mug Craft

12:00pm - 2:00pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art, , IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Make Dad a special mug for Father's Day

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Tie-dye a T-Shirt at the Library

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rancho Peñasquitos
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, , Summer Reading Program
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to tie-dye a t-shirt with the library! 

All supplies will be provided.

For all ages.

** Be sure to indicate t-shirt size when registering! **

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Developing Brain and Learning Success

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Discovery Corner - Denny Sanford Children's Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

San Diego Public Library is proud to partner with Brain Balance of San Diego and Chula Vista to offer a special series of programs that celebrate and raise awareness about neurodiversity throughout our community.

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San Diego Harmonica Club

1:30pm - 4:30pm
Rancho Peñasquitos
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Description of Event

The only best and top secret in San Diego of how to learn & play harmonica!
We’re all volunteers, therefore, membership is free, but registration is required and all levels are accepted.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Juneteenth and Black Music Month Celebration

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Celebration Month, Featured, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 64
Event Details:

Join us for music, poetry and  a dash of history as we celebrate Juneteenth and Black Music Month

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

The timeless lesson that hard work and dedication pay off comes to life with handmade puppets and original songs.

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

Wild Wonders Animal Presentation: Out of Africa

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Linda Vista Library
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Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: DYH@L Student Camps, , Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Take our interactive safari from the savannas to the rainforests of Africa to learn about the wildlife and cultures throughout the “dark” continent!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Wonder Trees

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Community Room - Logan Heights
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art,
Event Details:

Learn how to transform ordinary bags into beautiful trees!

Arts Education Connection San Diego Family Art & Literacy Adventures Program

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Library-Block

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Seminar Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Celebration Month, Featured, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Join us for music, poetry and  a dash of history as we celebrate Juneteenth and Black Music Month

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

Project-in-a-Box: Nattlampa

2:00pm - 5:00pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, Online/Virtual, , Program Includes Kit, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Build your very own Nattlampa, based on UC San Diego's Stuart Collection Art piece "Vices and Virtues" by Bruce Nauman!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

Join Lisa Shives, MD, for a free 6-week introductory course on mindfulness. Each class will last 60-90 minutes.

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

Card Gaming

3:45pm - 5:45pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Pauline Foster Teen Center (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Are you into card gaming? Pokémon? Uno? Something else? Come join us and play!