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Amazing Dana Magic Show

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey at Point Loma/Hervey Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

An enchanting magic show that seamlessly blends entertainment and education, captivating audiences while promoting crucial themes of conservation, sustainability, and recycling.

Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Room: Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

An enchanting magic show that seamlessly blends entertainment and education, captivating audiences while promoting crucial themes of conservation, sustainability, and recycling.

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

Pride Bilingual Storytime

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Nook - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Community Engagement, Early Learning, En Español, LGBTQIA+
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Cancelled
Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Children's Nook - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Celebration Month, Community Engagement, Early Learning, En Español, LGBTQIA+
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

SRP 2024: Yoga Storytime with Ms. Aryn

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin at Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Children ages 2-8 and their caregivers are welcome to join Ms. Aryn for a playful program that incorporates yoga, music, books and games! We'll be outside on the grass so bring a b...

Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Room: Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Children ages 2-8 and their caregivers are welcome to join Ms. Aryn for a playful program that incorporates yoga, music, books and games! We'll be outside on the grass so bring a blanket or mat to sit on.

 

 

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

Odi Buddies

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Children 0-5 years old and their caregivers are invited to join us for Odi Buddies! We will sing songs, do rhymes, fingerplays, shake our shakers and have fun! This is a great oppo...

Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Children 0-5 years old and their caregivers are invited to join us for Odi Buddies! We will sing songs, do rhymes, fingerplays, shake our shakers and have fun!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Literature
Age Group:
Preschoolers
Event Details:

Please join Miss Ellie for storytime, songs, and some fun!

Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

Please join Miss Ellie for storytime, songs, and some fun!

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.

"Drumming to the Beat" with Chazz

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Children's Area - San Carlos at San Carlos Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Build a circle of melody and rhythm with percussionist Clarence “Chazz” Ross! In this show, you’ll have the opportunity to sing silly songs and play simple rhythms on djembe drums....

Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Children's Area - San Carlos
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Build a circle of melody and rhythm with percussionist Clarence “Chazz” Ross! In this show, you’ll have the opportunity to sing silly songs and play simple rhythms on djembe drums. Everyone will be amazed by the sound that’s created!

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

Free Summer Lunch: "Theater and Thinking" Thursdays

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Denny Sanford Children's Library (1st Floor) at Central Library
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Thursday is our presenter showcase!  Fun starts at 11:00!  From African drumming to art and dance, exotic animals and airbrush tattoos, our lineup of summer presenters is...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Denny Sanford Children's Library (1st Floor)
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Thursday is our presenter showcase!  Fun starts at 11:00!  From African drumming to art and dance, exotic animals and airbrush tattoos, our lineup of summer presenters is sure to educate and entertain.

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

Summer Stay and Play

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Early Learning, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

This summer after Preschool Storytime, we will be hosting a Summer Stay and Play!  Parents play with your children or watch them as they play with other children. A variety...

Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Early Learning, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

This summer after Preschool Storytime, we will be hosting a Summer Stay and Play! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

SRP presents, The Princess & the Pea w/Literature Comes to Life!

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro at San Ysidro Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Literature, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Literature Comes to Life brings a special "Princess & the Pea" themed program where the children wear beautifully colorful costumes (provided) and help act out the delightful s...

Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Literature Comes to Life brings a special "Princess & the Pea" themed program where the children wear beautifully colorful costumes (provided) and help act out the delightful stories. There will be many characters for the children to port

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

Free Summer Lunch

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Teen Center - Snack Bar (2nd Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Featured, Community Engagement, Wellness
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Free summer lunch at the library! 12-1 PM in the Teen Center.

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teen Center - Snack Bar (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

Free summer lunch at the library! 12-1 PM in the Teen Center.

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.

Free Summer Lunch: SD Community Power

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Room - College-Rolando at College-Rolando Library
Program Type:
Featured, Community Engagement, Films, Literature, Summer Reading Program, Wellness
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Lunch is Served: Presentation from SD Community Power Free Summer Lunch at San Diego Public Library. Monday-Friday from 12-1 PM. Join us! Lunch can only be served to youth...

Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, Community Engagement, Films, Literature, Summer Reading Program, Wellness
Event Details:

Lunch is Served: Presentation from SD Community Power

Free Summer Lunch at San Diego Public Library. Monday-Friday from 12-1 PM. Join us!
Lunch can only be served to youth ages 0-18. 

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

Free Summer Lunch: Try It Thursdays

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Pauline Foster Teen Center (2nd Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Try something new! Celebrate skate culture or learn a musical instrument. Come think out of the box with us! This institution is an equal opportunity provider. The Summer Foo...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Pauline Foster Teen Center (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

Try something new! Celebrate skate culture or learn a musical instrument. Come think out of the box with us!

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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

Free Summer Lunches at the Library

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Discovery Corner - Denny Sanford Children's Library at Central Library
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

San Diego Public Library has partnered with the San Diego Unified School District to help end summer hunger. Free summer lunch will be provided for youth aged 0-18.From June 10th&n...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Discovery Corner - Denny Sanford Children's Library
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

San Diego Public Library has partnered with the San Diego Unified School District to help end summer hunger.

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

Tai Chi Moving for Better Balance

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Room - Mission Valley at Mission Valley Library
Program Type:
Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Tai Chi Moving for Better Balance (Tai Ji Quan) has been shown to improve balance and mobility and reduce the risk of falls.  People of all ability levels are welcome.  T...

Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

Tai Chi Moving for Better Balance (Tai Ji Quan) has been shown to improve balance and mobility and reduce the risk of falls.  People of all ability levels are welcome.  This class can be conducted from a seated or standing position.&nbsp

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

DYH@L Presents: Passport Pals Adventure Camp

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room - Mountain View/Beckwourth at Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Program Type:
Featured, Cultural Appreciation, DYH@L Student Camps,
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Grab your passport and get ready to travel on a global exploration around the world!  Adventurers will discover diverse cultures through interactive activities. All child...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Room: Community Room - Mountain View/Beckwourth
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Featured, Cultural Appreciation, DYH@L Student Camps,
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Grab your passport and get ready to travel on a global exploration around the world!  Adventurers will discover diverse cultures through interactive activities.

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

DYH@L Presents: Wild Animals of the World Camp

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room - City Heights/Weingart at City Heights/Weingart Library
Program Type:
Featured, Community Engagement, DYH@L Student Camps, , Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Spend the week learning about animals of the world!  Campers will meet animals from various habitats from around the world.  They will learn about special adaptations and...

Encouraged
Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Community Room - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Featured, Community Engagement, DYH@L Student Camps, , Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Spend the week learning about animals of the world!  Campers will meet animals from various habitats from around the world.  They will learn about special adaptations and unique characteristics.

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.

Free Summer Lunch!

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Featured, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program, Wellness
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Showcase Thursdays 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: Free Lunch  for youth ages 0-18! 12:00 - 1:00 pm: Food pantry, pet food pantry, baby diapers, and feminine hygiene with You Saved ...

Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Accessibility, Featured, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program, Wellness
Event Details:

Showcase Thursdays

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: Free Lunch  for youth ages 0-18!

12:00 - 1:00 pm: Food pantry, pet food pantry, baby diapers, and feminine hygiene with You Saved Me Foundation.

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

Kids Craft Time

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Children's Area - Ocean Beach at Ocean Beach Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Get crafty at the library every week! Each week there will be a unique craft that is fun for all ages. All supplies will be provided.

Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library
Room: Children's Area - Ocean Beach
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Get crafty at the library every week! Each week there will be a unique craft that is fun for all ages. All supplies will be provided.

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

SD Opera Words & Music

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Black Box Theatre at City Heights Performance Annex
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults
Event Details:

San Diego Opera’s Words and Music program is a collection of long-term in-school, after-school, and summer artist residencies. San Diego Opera Teaching Artists provide over 2,500 h...

Library Branch: City Heights Performance Annex
Room: Black Box Theatre
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:

San Diego Opera’s Words and Music program is a collection of long-term in-school, after-school, and summer artist residencies.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pen to Paper Writing Group

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, , Literature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Writers: 18+, novice and experienced, join us for Pen to Paper Writing Class Whether you’re new to creative writing or have been at it for years, come join this fun, weekly drop...

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Literature
Event Details:

Writers: 18+, novice and experienced, join us for Pen to Paper Writing Class

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Adulting 101

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Wells Fargo Technology Learning Center (4th Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Prepare for adulthood with San Diego Public Library! Develop your knowledge of budgeting and finance, then explore career options and life paths that best meet your unique skills a...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Wells Fargo Technology Learning Center (4th Floor)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Event Details:

Prepare for adulthood with San Diego Public Library! Develop your knowledge of budgeting and finance, then explore career options and life paths that best meet your unique skills and interests. Build your workplace and roommate etiquette skills.

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

DYH@L Presents: Eco-Sprout Gardening Camp

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Union Bank Homework Center (2nd Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Featured, DYH@L Student Camps, , Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to be eco friendly in your garden?  Join the Eco-Sprout Gardening Camp to delve into the fascinating work of plants, soil, and the environment.  ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Union Bank Homework Center (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Featured, DYH@L Student Camps, , Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to be eco friendly in your garden?  Join the Eco-Sprout Gardening Camp to delve into the fascinating work of plants, soil, and the environment.

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.

Knit and Crochet Circle

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Bring your knit and crochet projects and socialize with fellow stitchers! All levels welcome; however, no instruction is provided.  Follow us on Facebook for the ...

Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Bring your knit and crochet projects and socialize with fellow stitchers! All levels welcome; however, no instruction is provided. 

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

Ukulele Lessons

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor at Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to play ukulele!  You don't have to own a ukulele: bring your own, or borrow one for the class. Learn basic chords and strumming. Fun and easy for beginners.&nbs...

Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:

Learn how to play ukulele! 

You don't have to own a ukulele: bring your own, or borrow one for the class. Learn basic chords and strumming. Fun and easy for beginners.