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OnView: Humanity Showers – Jordan Verdin

All Day
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement
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Humanity Showers

August 20 — October 15, 2022

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

Rocket Science

9:00am - 12:00pm
Skyline Hills Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Patio - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Calling all future rocket scientists! Explore rocket technology and design, and then build and launch your own paper rocket model.

This is an in-person workshop.

*Please read all the information below!

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

Music and Motion

11:30am - 11:30am
Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
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Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Room: Community Room - Mountain View/Beckwourth
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
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Come join us for Music and Movement at Beckwourth Library! Here your children will move and groove, make music of their own and get to enjoy a fun story with their local librarian.

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

Toddler Storytime

12:00pm - 12:30pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Children's Area - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: , Literature
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Come one, come all to this story time designed for toddlers. Little ones and their caregivers will enjoy songs, rhymes, and books with captivating illustrations. 

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

Lunchtime Concert: Flute Duo

12:00pm - 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: All Ages, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Performing Arts
Event Details:

This wide-ranging recital program by Valerie McElroy and Julia Barnett features flute duet music from a variety of time periods and styles, including works by Briccialdi, Caliendo, Doppler, Kuhlau, Tchaikovsky, and more.

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

Bridge Club

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Party Bridge for ages 16 - Adult. Experience necessary.

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Digital Navigator on-site

12:00pm - 5:00pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
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The Digital Navigator in the computer lounge provides FREE assistance with digital inclusion--including digital literacy, home connectivity, gaining access, to devices, and more!

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Digital Navigator on-site

12:00pm - 5:00pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
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The Digital Navigator in the computer lounge provides FREE assistance with digital inclusion--including digital literacy, home connectivity, gaining access, to devices, and more!

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This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Fun & Games for Seniors

12:30pm - 3:00pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
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Open to the public and are free of charge. Play variety board games. Attendees should be fully vaccinated and have masks

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

Oasis Presents: Major Wine Regions of California

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Mission Valley Library
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Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

How is it that Napa Valley produces excellent Cabernet Sauvignon but lacks Pinot Noir of great heritage? Mendocino grows wonderful white grape varieties but cannot produce world- famous red wines.

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

Tech Help Sessions

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Mary Hollis Clark Conference Center
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
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Want to improve your computer skills or learn how to navigate the internet?

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

SRP Finale - Wild Wonders

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mira Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
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Join us for a walk on the wild side! Wild Wonders will be here to give the audience an opportunity meet six different wild animal ambassadors and learn more about each animals habits and habitats. No registration is required.  

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

Lego Club

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
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Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Room: Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Featured
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Come create something unique at Lego Club.  We will be meeting each Tuesday at 2:30 pm for an hour of fun building original lego creations.  Preschool through sixth grade.  Duplos are available for younger builders.

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

Storytime with Bookman

3:00pm - 3:30pm
Mira Mesa Library
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Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Inside Patio - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Elementary School Age
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Look! Over there! Coming out of that library! It's  . . . BOOKMAN! Using the superpower of reading, BOOKMAN has magically traveled all around the world – even into space!

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

Anime Club

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, Films
Event Details:

Join us for the first meeting of the Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab Anime Club!

 

Come hang out and watch anime with us! Snacks will be provided.

 

This program is for ages 12-18.

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.

LEGO Play Lab

3:30pm - 4:30pm
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art,
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Learn, play, and create with LEGOs!

Children can build with LEGOs and display their creations in the library.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Storytime for All Ages

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Children's Area - Carmel Valley
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Literature
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Join Ms. Linda every Tuesday afternoon for stories and songs!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

CHESS CLUB

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mission Valley Library
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Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: All Ages
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Have you always wanted to learn how to play chess or improve your skills? If you have never played before, or are just looking for someone to practice with, join us for some friendly competition!  All supplies are provided.

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.

S.T.E.A.M. Tuesday (Paper Plate Frisbee)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art, , Science/STEAM
Event Details:

"A" is for Art!  STEAM every other Tuesday afternoon with library staff as we take on a unique art project!  All supplies provided.  Grades K—5th.

THIS WEEK'S PROJECT:

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

Teen Game Room

4:00pm - 5:45pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teen Center- Game Room (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

The Teen Game is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch, PS4 and more.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

BOARD GAME NIGHT

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Oak Park Library
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Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

SDPL Short Classics Book Club Monthly Discusson via Zoom

4:30pm - 5:30pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: , Literature
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Join Dave at Allied Gardens Library for a monthly discussion of a Short Classic selection via Zoom.  This month we will be reading and discussing

"An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" by Ambrose Bierce. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
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Michael Rayner

5:00pm - 5:45pm
Skyline Hills Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills
Age Group: All Ages, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Summer Reading Program
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:

The Summer Reading Program "Read Beyond the Beaten Path" finale will be celebrated with special guest Michael Rayner.

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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Create! At the Library

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Celebration Month, Art, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday from 5 pm-6 pm for Create! At the Library, featuring a new craft each week. This program is for youth aged 5-11, that will develop fine motor skills and creativity. 

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

Virtual Peering into the Profession of Pharmacy

5:00pm - 6:30pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Middle School Age
Program Type: Online/Virtual, , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Did you know that pharmacists are probably the most accessible professionals in the healthcare system, and you can reach them anytime without an appointment? Learn about the fascinating and impactful profession of pharmacy!

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

Ballet Folklorico

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Community Room - Logan Heights
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation,
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Tinker Tuesdays

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Event Details:

Bring your ideas to life at our Mobile Maker Lab in the Mission Hills-Hillcrest Library. Learn to use various programs and equipment  such as our 3D printer and die cut machine powered by Silhouette Studio.

Reservation

Juvenile justice mtng

5:30pm - 7:15pm
City Heights/Weingart Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Community Room - City Heights/Weingart
Description of Event

Meeting with community heights community members discussing juvenile justice

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

Pajama Storytime

6:00pm - 6:30pm
North Park Library
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Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: , Literature
Event Details:

Bring your kiddos in their pajama finery and come on down to the library to hear the story stylings of Ms. Sandy!  She might even wear some pajamas too!  

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

Spanish Bilingual Storytime

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
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Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Children's Area - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: , En Español, Literature
Event Details:

Join us every 2nd Tuesday for Spanish Bilingual Storytime! This storytime is meant for children to experience early Spanish literacy skills.

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.

SRP: Wild Wonders - In My Big Backyard

6:00pm - 7:00pm
San Ysidro Library
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Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Walk on the Wild Side

Want to see it all?  Wild Wonders has your passport to adventure with animals from all over the world – including South America, Africa, Australia, Asia, and North America!

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

Teen Game Night

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rancho Bernardo Library
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Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Enjoy some snacks while playing board games and card games!

While supplies last.

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

Adult Craft: Create your own recipe book

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Rancho Peñasquitos
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Pass on your favorite recipes by creating your own recipe book for yourself, friends or family. Yvonne from Envision It will be on hand to demonstrate how to make this paper craft. All materials will be provided.

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.
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Shiley Special Events Suite
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, , Literature, Performing Arts
Event Details:

The Old Globe is producing an extra-giant production in summer 2023 of Shakespeare's Henry VI trilogy.

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

Picture This! The Wife

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Point Loma/Hervey Library
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Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Room: Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Films
Event Details:

A wife questions her life choices as she travels to Stockholm to see her husband receive the Nobel Prize for Literature.

2017. R. 99 minutes.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

PJ Story Time

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Discovery Corner - Denny Sanford Children's Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

All Ages.

Get cozy with stories and songs in your pajamas!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Neil Morgan Auditorium
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Featured, Community Engagement, , Performing Arts
Event Details:

 

22nd Annual Toy Piano Festival

Scott Paulson, Festival Director

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

Talk Time: English Conversation Group

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Gracia Molina de Pick & Richard Allen Pick Centro Cultural
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type:
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Join us for an informal English language conversation group.  Please note, this is not an English instruction class but a way to practice your conversational English skills in a group setting.