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Humanity Showers Exhibition

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

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This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
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San Diego Ballet Free Saturday Morning Dance Classes

9:00am - 12:00pm
City Heights Performance Annex
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Library Branch: City Heights Performance Annex
Room: Black Box Theatre
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: Art
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San Diego Ballet Education and Outreach at the City Heights Library Performance Annex Schedule for September 17- November 12, 2022

-Saturday Classes-

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Appy Hour

9:30am - 10:30am
University Community Library
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Library Branch: University Community Library
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: , Science/STEAM
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Get help using library apps such as Cloud Library, SDPL To Go and more. Bring your phone or tablet and we’ll help you make the most of the library apps you use most. 

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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
Program Type: Wellness
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 "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.

Japanese Language class

9:30am - 11:45am
Logan Heights Library
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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Seminar Room 1 - Logan Heights
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
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Stop in to learn Japanese or improve your japanese language skills.

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
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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: Seminar 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.

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 English/Chinese Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Carmel Valley Library
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Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Children's Area - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, , Literature
Event Details:

Join us for bilingual English/Mandarin Chinese stories and songs with Ms. Danning at the library. All ages welcome. The storytime will be on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Library Tours

10:00am - 10:30am
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Children's Area - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Library history

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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!

Culinary Historians

10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Neil Morgan Auditorium
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This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
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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--please call 619-424-0474 to sign up.

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This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Poetry Club (Saturday Sontage)

10:00am - 12:00pm
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Study Room 3 - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

Saturday Sontage poetry discussion. For more information contact Curran at curranjeffery@msn.com.

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This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Songwriting Club

10:00am - 12:00pm
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
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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?

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

Squid Dissection

10:00am - 1:00pm
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Middle School Age
Program Type: , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Things might get a little inky as we work together to dissect a real squid. Students will develop scientific research skills as they learn about squids and other ocean animals.

This is an in-person workshop.

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Baby Story Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
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Ages O-17 months

Bond with baby through books, songs, and bounces at our lap-sit story time.  

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

Saturday Storytime In the Park

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
Program Type: , Literature, Summer Reading Program
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Join Mr. Erni or Mr. Jay for stories, songs, puppets, bubbles and more! Recommended for ages 0-5. Please bring a blanket to sit on the grass.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
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Big fun with Little Blue Penguins

10:30am - 11:30am
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Art, Literature
Event Details:

San Diego Zoo author Carrie Hasler will read the picture book "Periwinkle's Journey" and present on penguin species! There will also be some fun educational surprises.

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

Fire & Ice with Mad Science

10:30am - 11:30am
North University Community Library
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Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Community Room - North University
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
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Discover how hot and cold science can be as you take a journey through the world of Fire & Ice!

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

Saturday Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
University Community Library
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Library Branch: University Community Library
Room: Community Room - University Community
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: , Literature
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Join Ms. Harlynne for a new storytime on Saturdays! Practice your ABCs and 123s while listening to stories and singing songs, followed by craft time.

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Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Help Rancho Peñasquitos celebrate its 30th Anniversary by creating a unique felt cupcake!

All supplies will be provided. 

 

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

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

Reservation

Music 4 All Kids

11:00am - 11:45am
Carmel Valley Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Description of Event

45 minute piano recital to raise money to fund musical instruments to schools

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: 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 "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
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Join us as Therapy Dog Teams visit the Library! Children are invited to read to, and interact with, certified therapy dogs to build reading confidence.

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Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 97
Event Details:

Asian Pacific Islander Community Actions, Asian Solidarity Collective, and the San Diego Public Library are hosting "Mental H

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Opening Reception - SD Art Prize 2022

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Art Gallery - Central
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Dedicated to the idea that the visual arts are a necessary and rewarding ingredient of any world-class city, the SD Art Prize was conceived to promote and encourage dialogue, reflection and social interaction about San Diego’s artistic and cultura

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

Making of a Super Hero: Fiction, Fantasy, & the Real World

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Rancho Bernardo Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

In this interactive workshop, students will explore the hero’s journey in literature and the real world.

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

ESL Conversation Class

2:00pm - 3:00pm
College-Rolando Library
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Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Homework Center
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Citizenship and Immigration,
Event Details:

This is a great way to improve your English conversation skills. The class is open to all skill levels. Come in on Saturday afternoons and practice with us!

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Book Buzz

2:00pm - 3:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Children's Area - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

Get together with fellow teens and talk about all things books! There is no set reading list; you can read any book, old or new, in any genre.

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

Craftronics

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Skyline Hills Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Learn about electronics and circuits while creating fun crafts projects! Possible projects include a moving origami swan, light-up LED bracelet or robot bug. 

This is an in-person workshop

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

Slime & Non-Newtonian Fluids

2:00pm - 5:00pm
North Park Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Middle School Age
Program Type: , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

It’s slime time! Just like slime, Earth’s glaciers, mudslides and quaking bogs are made of fluids that are neither liquid nor solid. We’ll use slime to investigate how things work in the natural world.

This is an in-person 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.

Spanish Tile Art Class

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Encouraged
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, Art
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Kids and teens ages 8 & up are invited to a free art class to make floral/geometric art in the style of Spanish tiles. All supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Troupe Meeting

3:00pm - 4:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Children's Area - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Calling all teens! Earn service hours and help the library make decisions about serving teens in our community.

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

Mindfulness of Impermanence: Transforming Loss into Wisdom and Compassion

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
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Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Study Room 3 - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

Join Lisa Shives, MD, for a free 4-week course: Mindfulness of Impermanence: Transforming Loss into Wisdom and Compassion. Each class will last 60-90 minutes.

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

Virtual Space Out

3:00pm - 4:30pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Encouraged
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Online/Virtual, , Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Buckle your seatbelt and get ready to blast off as you plan your own mission to space! Explore our Earth and then move on to other planets, solar systems and faraway galaxies.

This is a virtual workshop.