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Signing Storytime

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
NP - Children's Area - North Park at North Park Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Early Learning, Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

Enjoy some sign language fun for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with Ms. Jennifer from Signs at Play!

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

 

Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: NP - Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Accessibility, Early Learning, Literature
Event Details:

Enjoy some sign language fun for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with Ms. Jennifer from Signs at Play!

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

 

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

Healthy Cooking

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
CH - Community Room - College-Rolando at College-Rolando Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Wellness
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Have you been wanting to try out healthier ingredients and cooking habits? Join us in learning delicious plant-based recipes! 

This is an in-person program. Registration is encouraged.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: CH - Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Have you been wanting to try out healthier ingredients and cooking habits? Join us in learning delicious plant-based recipes! 

This is an in-person program. Registration is encouraged.

This event is in the "All Ages" 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

Knitting and Crochet Circle

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Age Group:
All Ages, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Join the knitting and crochet circle. Improve your skills in these traditional art forms.  Bring your project for social crafting!

Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join the knitting and crochet circle. Improve your skills in these traditional art forms.  Bring your project for social crafting!

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

Paws & Tales Reading Program

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch at Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Literature
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens

Practice your reading skills with a fluffy friend! Participants learn how to be safe around animals as they improve their reading skills.

Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Room: PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

Practice your reading skills with a fluffy friend! Participants learn how to be safe around animals as they improve their reading skills.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group

Paycheck to Purpose: Careers to Meet Your Goals

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults

Money matters, but meaning does too. Explore careers that align with your values and mission.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Money matters, but meaning does too. Explore careers that align with your values and mission.

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 Free Play

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
NC - Children's Area - North Clairemont at North Clairemont Library
Program Type:
Art, Early Learning, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

LEGO Free Play: Imagine and build with LEGO! Keep your engineering and problem-solving skills sharp using the library's LEGO bricks.

Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Room: NC - Children's Area - North Clairemont
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art, Early Learning, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

LEGO Free Play: Imagine and build with LEGO! Keep your engineering and problem-solving skills sharp using the library's LEGO bricks.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Pokemon Trading Card Game Hangout

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
MM - Seminar/Booksale Room - Mira Mesa at Mira Mesa Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
All Ages

Come test out your Pokémon Trainer skills and aim to be the very best at our Pokémon TCG hangout!

Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: MM - Seminar/Booksale Room - Mira Mesa
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Come test out your Pokémon Trainer skills and aim to be the very best at our Pokémon TCG hangout!

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" 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
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Lunar New Year Celebration

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North Clairemont Library
Program Type:
Featured, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Lunar New Year: Celebrate the Year of the Horse!

Lunar New Year Celebration: Lion Dancers
Saturday, February 21• 1:00-2:00 p.m.

Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Lunar New Year: Celebrate the Year of the Horse!

Lunar New Year Celebration: Lion Dancers
Saturday, February 21• 1:00-2:00 p.m.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Lunar New Year Performance with Asian Story Theater: The Great Horse of Mongolia

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
MH - Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest at Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us for a Lunar New Year theatrical performance presented by The Asian Story Theater! Celebrate The Year of the Horse with us!

Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: MH - Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Celebration Month, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Join us for a Lunar New Year theatrical performance presented by The Asian Story Theater! Celebrate The Year of the Horse with us!

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

IDEA lab CAD club school aged kids & teens

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
LJ - IDEA Lab - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens

Beginner friendly computer-aided design (CAD) projects such as keychains and simple geometric models. 3D printing available during class. Open to all school aged children. No previous experience necessary. No reservations needed. 

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - IDEA Lab - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Beginner friendly computer-aided design (CAD) projects such as keychains and simple geometric models. 3D printing available during class. Open to all school aged children. No previous experience necessary. No reservations needed. 

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

MoneyMind Games: Financial Literacy for Kids

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch at Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Program Type:
Business, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults

Join us for InvestQuest, an exciting and interactive event that brings financial literacy to life through gameplay!

Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Room: PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Business, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for InvestQuest, an exciting and interactive event that brings financial literacy to life through gameplay!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Chess Club

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
SK - Children's Nook - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

Saturday of each month, come and join us with Mr. Jesus to learn the skills of playing Chess. For all ages.

Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: SK - Children's Nook - Skyline Hills
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

Saturday of each month, come and join us with Mr. Jesus to learn the skills of playing Chess. For all ages.

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

Cochineal & Natural Dyes

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
LO - Community Room - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Cultural Appreciation, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Explore the science behind natural dyes! In this hands-on program, participants will learn about the cochineal, a small-scale insect that has been used for centuries to produce vibrant red and pink dyes, and other natural dyes.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: LO - Community Room - Logan Heights
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Explore the science behind natural dyes! In this hands-on program, participants will learn about the cochineal, a small-scale insect that has been used for centuries to produce vibrant red and pink dyes, and other natural dyes.

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
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

RB Chess Club

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
RB - Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Do you want to learn how to play chess? Do you already know how to play and are looking for the perfect place to play? Join us every Saturday for a fun game of chess with friends at Rancho Bernardo Library!

Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: RB - Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to play chess? Do you already know how to play and are looking for the perfect place to play? Join us every Saturday for a fun game of chess with friends at Rancho Bernardo Library!

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

Amantes de la Lectura. Novelas Hispano-Americanos en Español

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
NU - Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
En Español, Literature
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

El club de lectura será dirigido por la Sra. Toni Lampell, maestra en estudios hispánicos por la Universidad Francisco Marroquin de Guatemala.

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: NU - Community Room - North University
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: En Español, Literature
Event Details:

El club de lectura será dirigido por la Sra. Toni Lampell, maestra en estudios hispánicos por la Universidad Francisco Marroquin de Guatemala.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Festival of Colors

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
NU - Patio - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us to celebrate Holi also known as the "Festival of Colors," by enjoying crafts, music, and fun activities at the North University Community Library Children's Patio.

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: NU - Patio - North University
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Celebration Month, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Join us to celebrate Holi also known as the "Festival of Colors," by enjoying crafts, music, and fun activities at the North University Community Library Children's Patio.

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

Polymer Clay Workshop with ArtReach

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
LJ - Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

This introductory polymer clay class is designed for beginners who want to explore a new sculptural medium in a supportive, hands-on environment.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

This introductory polymer clay class is designed for beginners who want to explore a new sculptural medium in a supportive, hands-on environment.

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
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

3D Lab Open Hours

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:30pm - 5:30pm
LJ - IDEA Lab - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

We are excited to offer 3D Printing in person! Stop by the La Jolla/Riford Library's IDEA Lab during open lab hours with your .STL file and staff will be happy to assist you.

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - IDEA Lab - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

We are excited to offer 3D Printing in person! Stop by the La Jolla/Riford Library's IDEA Lab during open lab hours with your .STL file and staff will be happy to assist you.

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

Blacktronika

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
AC - Neil Morgan Auditorium - Central at Central Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Featured, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

UCSD Professor and 30+yr music producer, King Br

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Neil Morgan Auditorium - Central
Age Group: All Ages, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Featured, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

UCSD Professor and 30+yr music producer, King Br

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

Adult Coloring Club

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
TS - Main Area - Tierrasanta at Tierrasanta Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

The Tierrasanta Library Adult Coloring Club is a group that gathers to color for relaxation and creativity. We meet in-person every Saturday afternoon, offering a space for social interaction and sharing artistic expressions.

Library Branch: Tierrasanta Library
Room: TS - Main Area - Tierrasanta
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

The Tierrasanta Library Adult Coloring Club is a group that gathers to color for relaxation and creativity. We meet in-person every Saturday afternoon, offering a space for social interaction and sharing artistic expressions.

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

String FUNdamentals - Villa Musica

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
LV - Meeting Room - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age

String FUNdamentals (Violin, Beginning Level) – Level II, Ages 5-7

Requires registration with Villa Musica

Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: LV - Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:

String FUNdamentals (Violin, Beginning Level) – Level II, Ages 5-7

Requires registration with Villa Musica

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

Adult Crafts - Chinese Zodiac Flower Pots

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
CM - Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch at Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Art, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Registration is required and will open on January 21 at 12:00 PM.  Space is limited, early sign-up is encouraged.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Room: CM - Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Art, Cultural Appreciation
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Registration is required and will open on January 21 at 12:00 PM.  Space is limited, early sign-up is encouraged.

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

String Play - Villa Musica

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
LV - Meeting Room - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age

String Play – Level II (ages 7 – 8)

Requires registration with Villa Musica

Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: LV - Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:

String Play – Level II (ages 7 – 8)

Requires registration with Villa Musica

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

Digital Navigator

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 11:30am - 3:15pm
SK - Lobby - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

The Digital Navigator Program offers free, one-on-one assistance to help improve computer skills or get basic tech support. Digital Navigators are tech experts who are available to answer your "How to ....." questions.

Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: SK - Lobby - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Community Engagement
Event Details:

The Digital Navigator Program offers free, one-on-one assistance to help improve computer skills or get basic tech support. Digital Navigators are tech experts who are available to answer your "How to ....." questions.