To make an appointment, please call us at (619) 662-4199 or visit www.syhealth.org.
Qi Gong: Recharging Body & Mind
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.
Join us for a lapsit storytime with board books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for pre-walkers. For ages 0 to pre-walkers.
Dance It Out! Bilingual Storytime /¡Baila! Hora de cuentos bilingüe
Join us in this dancing storytime that geared towards toddlers and their parents. Enjoy new and classic stories of all kinds and get ready to get all those wiggles out and dance away the jiggles and pent up energy!
A story time designed for toddlers, featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and finger plays.
Outdoor Kids Dance Party
Join us on the Taylor Greene to sing, dance, and move along to favorite kids songs.
Preschool Storytime
This program has been cancelled. Storytime will return on January 22. Join Children’s Librarian Miss Julie for stories, songs, fingerplays, and lots of fun! This program is designed for children ages 2-4.
In this highly interactive, music-based storytime program, children have the opportunity to make music, learn beats, and dance and move to the sounds. All ages are welcome to attend.
Learn signs to use with your child! Signing fun with songs, stories, and finger plays as well as tips for using sign language as a preverbal communication tool with your little one.
Join us in the library's spacious community room where we can all safely space out for a Storytime with Miss Melissa or Miss Jennifer appropriate for preschoolers.
Baby/Toddler Storytime with Stay and Play at 10:00 am
The sessions are exactly the same. Ms. Joyce reads simple books, we sing songs, do our bouncy rhymes, fingerplays, shake our shakers, and have fun!
Preschool Storytime
Dance, sing, laugh, and enjoy engaging stories with Carrie The Librarian! This program is recommended for ages 2-5 but all ages are welcome at this fun weekly program.
Sensory play. Join us outside to play with our new sensory tables. Mud play, sand play, and more! Program takes place in the backside of our patio.
Mind and Body Fitness is done mostly standing or in a chair. No mats required.
Space is limited to 25 people per class.
Be sure to get to the library a little early, this class fills up fast!
Join in as we read, sing, dance, and play at Toddler Storytime! Come and build essential early literacy skills and foster a love of reading. Designed for children ages 1-3.
Genealogy Research: Meet with our volunteer genealogist 10am to Noon
For those contemplating constructing a family tree, as well as for experienced genealogy researchers.
Volunteers are there to help guide you in your research.
No appointment necessary. First come, first served.
Stay & Play Storytime
Welcome families to Stay and Play!
Opens for shopping
Bilingual Storytime: German (Bilinguale Vorlesestunde: Deutsch)
This bilingual program is designed for preschool children to experience both English and German in a fun, engaging setting. During each session, we will read stories and sing in both languages.
Dance Pants Party
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 get your groove on!
Bumblebee Toddler and Preschool Storytime at the Park
Join us for Bumblebee Toddler and Preschool Storytime for fun songs and stories with Auntie Hazel. Bring your blankets, chairs, sunglasses, and smiles.
**Location is subject to change.
Join us for Toddler Storytime Outdoors with Mrs. Suzanne! We'll have fun reading a book, singing songs & dancing to get our wiggles out.
Tiny Tots University/Universidad de Pequeños
This is a Storytime that supports cognitive development, social development and physical growth, language development, and sensory & motor development for your child incorporating playtime. Sensory Friendly.
Toddler Story Time in the Park
Toddler Story Time in Kensington Park will be held at 10:30am. There will be stories, songs, and bubbles! Join the fun!
Ms. Jackie reads fun stories and sings songs followed by craft time.
Word Wizards: Stay & Play Storytime
Welcome families to Stay and Play!
Ages 0-5
Stay and Play at the library with us! Come and enjoy our early literacy rich environment of learning through play!
10:30 Bilingual Story Time with Ms. Natale
11:00 Snack Time
STEM Storytime with Ms. Jazzmine
Join us for STEM Storytime with Ms. Jazzmine. This storytime is meant to build essential early literacy skills and a lifelong love for reading by exploring science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in children's literature.
Baby/Toddler Storytime with Stay and Play at 11:00 am
The sessions are exactly the same. Ms. Joyce reads simple books, we sing songs, do our bouncy rhymes, fingerplays, shake our shakers, and have fun!
Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary school age children, this simple dance program will feature popular kids tunes. Families, it's time to get your groove on!
Critical Documents - Part of the Living Well for Adults Seminar Series
What critical documents should we all have on file as we age?
Library for All: Hangout is a monthly program for adults with special needs to chat, color, play games or make puzzles. People of all abilities are welcome to participate in this event.
Practice English at the Library
Practice speaking English once a week with our volunteer English tutor!
Kearny Mesa Planning Group (KMPG)
Tierrasanta Mahjong Group
A gathering of intermediate & advanced players who want to enjoy a few rounds of mahjong together!
Materials are provided
Gentle Yoga for Adults - Part of the Living Well for Adults program series
Bring a mat and towel to enjoy a calming and gentle yoga experience.
No registration necessary.
Presented by Healthy Adventures.
Choosing the right homeschool curriculum can seem baffling and overwhelming, given the myriad number of choices. Join expert Elisa Hilliard as she discusses some of the most popular options.
One Book One San Diego: Little Fish Comic Workshop
One Book One San Diego Little Fish Workshops!
Join us on the Patio outside the children's room for arts and crafts after school every Wednesday at 2pm.
Activities are designed for school age children. Young kids may require parent assistance.
Friends of the Rancho Peñasquitos Branch Library Monthly Meeting
All are welcome to attend this monthly meeting of the Friends of the Rancho Peñasquitos Branch Library.
State of the City Watch Party
Please join San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria for the 2025 State of the City Address on January 15, 2025, at 3 p.m. live from San Diego City Hall.
Public comments will be taken at 2 p.m.
Need to finish some homework, work on a project, study for a test, or just relax and read a book away from the distractions at home?
Join us every Wednesday at the Ocean Beach Library to read to DK, our bearded dragon or Darwin, our Ball Python. Practice your skills and gain confidence by reading to these enthusiastic and non-judgmental reptiles.
Join us for a lively discussion of this month's book, "The Giver of Stars" by Jojo Moyes.
Copies of the books are available for checkout at the RB Branch Library.
Villa Musica: Free Youth Violin Classes
Presented by Villa Musica.
Community Programs Manager:
Nicole Olsson – nolsson@villamusica.org
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY
Kids K through 8th: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY/ HAGA SU TAREA EN LA BIBLIOTECA
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.
LEGO Club
Join us for our weekly LEGO Club program! Promoting STEAM and creativity, let your kids express their inner engineer! Designs will be displayed in the children's library stacks.
STEM Crafternoon: String-and-Bead Puzzle
The objective of this string-and-bead puzzle is to move the bead along the string from the right side to the left side or from the left side to the right side. Build your own string-and-bead puzzle out of cardboard and then try to solve it!
Teen IDEA Lab /Laboratorio de Ideas para Adolescentes
The Teen IDEA Lab is a space to be used for creative projects that require specialized equipment and software.
Featuring a music studio, Makerspace, and iMac workstations and so much more!
Art Class with Art Smarts - Meerkats
Fun, exciting one hour art classes for ages 5 - 17. This program's theme is Meerkats. Supplies provided, but limited; first come, first served. Sponsored by SRFOL.
Bio Lab Workshop: Fossil Frenzy
Youth are invited to join the La Jolla/Riford Library and students from the Point Loma Nazarene Biology Department in a fun & hands-on series of Bio Lab workshops!
In this workshop, students wil
Unleash your creativity! Join us in creating cool personalized, unique items for makers of all skill levels.
Join us every Wednesday for a fun craft project. Everything will be provided free of charge.
Lego Builders Club
Children in Grades K - 5th learn, play, & create with Legos! Creations to be displayed in the library every week!
Come join us for Lego Club on the first and third Wednesdays of the month from 4pm - 5pm! The library provides the Lego for creative free build. Creations are displayed at the library for 2 weeks. All materials must stay at the library.
Come craft your very own resin keychain!
The Gentle Art of Decluttering
Is clutter in your home a problem for you and/or your loved ones? Join us for a monthly group meeting designed to provide support, inspiration, strategies and organizing ideas for people who are facing this challenge.
Chinese Zodiac Art - Year of the Snake...+ a Lantern Craft!
Referring to the legend of the Chinese New Year, students will have the opportunity to engage in a craft activity, using paper to create a representation of the animal of the current lunar cycle. 2025 is the Year of the Snake!
Beginners always welcome. We supply the materials. Individuals with visual impairment and the hard of hearing are encouraged to attend!
Beginners always welcome. We supply the materials. Individuals with visual impairment and the hard of hearing are encouraged to attend!
La Maestra Music & Theatre Classes
Join La Maestra on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons FOR FREE to learn about music, storytelling, and community building through theatre games!
Ages 10-16 years old.
Do you love competitive board game classics like Jenga, Dominoes, Uno, Monopoly, or maybe relaxing by working on a jigsaw puzzle? Drop by the Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab with your friends and play!
The Teen Game Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch and PS5. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Fortnite, Gang Beasts and more.
English Corner (English Conversation)
Community members with a basic grasp of English language can have fun themed conversations and build relationships with one another. We will talk about ourselves, our cultures, and more.