Don't Try This at Home: Superhero Science Show

10:00am - 10:45am
Linda Vista Library
Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Children's Patio - Linda Vista
Program Type: Community Engagement, Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Everybody wants a super power. Join us as we showcase super strength and other powers through the basics of science in this super-charged, super-fun show.  Don't try this at home!  This is a special Summer Reading event for children!

Balboa Adult Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Balboa Library
Library Branch: Balboa Library
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Meet for a different book selection every third Tuesday of the month. Read the book The Midnight Library by Matt Haig and then join a lively book discussion here at Balboa Branch Library.

Baby Play & Learn

12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ocean Beach Library
Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library
Room: Children's Area - Ocean Beach
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Literature
Event Details:

Baby Play & Learn is designed to support the development of children ages 0-24 months. This program includes stories, rhymes, songs, and movement activities  followed by an open play time.

Knitting Group

12:30pm - 2:30pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Seminar Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Learn the art of knitting. See how much fun knitting can be. Open to all ages and skill levels. Bring a pair of needles and we'll help get you going; yarn available if needed. See how much fun and gratifying knitting can be!

Fun & Games for Seniors

12:30pm - 3:00pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Open to the public and are free of charge. Play variety board games.

Study and Chill

3:00pm - 6:00pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Event Details:

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?

Chess at the Beach

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Lobby - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Let's play chess!  All ages and skill levels are welcome to play casual games in our relaxed setting. 

Teen Game Room

5:00pm - 6:45pm
Central Library
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 Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch and PS5. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Fortnite, Gang Beasts and more. 

Children's Early Evening Storytime & Craft

6:00pm - 7:00pm
University Heights Library
Library Branch: University Heights Library
Room: Children's Area - University Heights
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

Visit the library for a Tuesday evening entertaining and enlightening seasonal storytime. Enjoy favorite children's songs and fun musical instruments followed by a creative arts & crafts activity.

Critical Documents: Your Signature Here

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Skyline Hills Library
Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Community Engagement, Wellness

James Hubbell & Sim Bruce Richards: Collaborations

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Encouraged
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Mary Hollis Clark Conference Center
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation,
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In celebration of the Visual Arts Program's newest exhibition, The Art & Vision of James Hubbell: Architecture of Jubilation  now onview at the Central Library's Art Gallery through August 4, 2024 - we

2024 SDPL Short Story Contest - Live Readings & Awards Event

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Encouraged
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Neil Morgan Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Featured, Author Talk, Book Discussion, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Literature, Local Author
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

It's time to celebrate our finalists, the talented and creative writers who have won this year's Short Story Contest!