Event List

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type
Library Branch
Ongoing Events
Registration Type

Primary tabs

Clicbitz: Drawing with 3D Pens

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Create cool stuff with a 3D Pen!  Maybe a 3 Dimensional tree, a car, a drinking fountain, an old shoe, a pizza, a big moustache, and more!  All materials provided! &...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Program Type: Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Create cool stuff with a 3D Pen!  Maybe a 3 Dimensional tree, a car, a drinking fountain, an old shoe, a pizza, a big moustache, and more!  All materials provided!  

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

Lego Lab!

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Discovery Corner - Denny Sanford Children's Library at Central Library
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Calling all builders! Put your creativity to the test and show us your Lego building skills.  

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

Calling all builders! Put your creativity to the test and show us your Lego building skills.  

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.

SRP Animal Encounter with Zovargo

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Program Type:
Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

A wonderful opportunity to see animals up-close! Furry, feathered, and scaly teachers provide a unique educational experience. Through interactive programs and real-life animal enc...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

A wonderful opportunity to see animals up-close! Furry, feathered, and scaly teachers provide a unique educational experience. Through interactive programs and real-life animal encounters, Zovargo inspires conservation stewardship.

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.

Tech Help

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Program Type:
Accessibility
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Need help with your email? Struggling to navigate a particular website? New smartphone or tablet? Come get some tech help with our library staff! We're experienced with tech proble...

Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Accessibility
Event Details:

Need help with your email? Struggling to navigate a particular website? New smartphone or tablet? Come get some tech help with our library staff! We're experienced with tech problem-solving and are eager to assist you!

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.

The Literary Lens: Book vs Film

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:45pm
Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest at Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Films
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join us for The Literary Lens!  A new book/film club where we'll watch a film one month and then discuss the book the following month.  We'll focus on the differences and...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Films
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join us for The Literary Lens!  A new book/film club where we'll watch a film one month and then discuss the book the following month.  We'll focus on the differences and similarities between the two mediums, and also which version we th

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

Chess Club

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

All levels of players are welcome. There will be instruction for beginners and opportunities for kids to play against other kids at their own level. Geared to Grades 1-5.

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

All levels of players are welcome. There will be instruction for beginners and opportunities for kids to play against other kids at their own level. Geared to Grades 1-5.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Concert: Adrienne Nims & Spirit Wind

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor at Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Come enjoy an afternoon concert with Adrienne Nims & Spirit Wind! Adrienne Nims and Spirit Wind take you on a musical journey with lush harmonies, mystical melodies, and glo...

Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:

Come enjoy an afternoon concert with Adrienne Nims & Spirit Wind!

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

The Creative Path

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Adult Reading Area at North Park Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Calling all artists! The Creative Path offers an opportunity for artists who draw, paint, write, knit, crochet, build, embroider, quilt, bead, macrame, sculpt, make music or any co...

Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: Adult Reading Area
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Calling all artists!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Thursday Adventures for Kids: Board Game Time & Magna Tiles!

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clairemont Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Stay cool and be cool. Bring friends or family to play one of our many board games

Library Branch: Clairemont Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Stay cool and be cool. Bring friends or family to play one of our many board games

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

Higher Ed Panels | Comic-Con Conference for Educators & Librarians

Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Shiley Special Events Suite at Central Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Comic-Con International and San Diego Public Library have teamed up for the Comic Conference for Educators and Librarians (CCEL). This FREE five-day conference will take place at t...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Shiley Special Events Suite
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:

Comic-Con International and San Diego Public Library have teamed up for the Comic Conference for Educators and Librarians (CCEL).

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friends of the San Diego Public Library Monthly Book Sale

Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
University Heights Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Literature
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

The Friends of the San Diego Public Library will be hosting its next book sale at the University Heights Branch Library at 4193 Park Blvd (at Howard Ave), San Diego 92103. Enter at...

Library Branch: University Heights Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

The Friends of the San Diego Public Library will be hosting its next book sale at the University Heights Branch Library at 4193 Park Blvd (at Howard Ave), San Diego 92103. Enter at the Sprouts parking lot entrance.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Cosplay Repair Station!

Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
IDEA Lab Program at Central Library
Program Type:
IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Are you cosplaying during San Diego Comic-Con and need a cosplay repair? Visit the Central IDEA Lab on the 4th floor of the Central Library for quick fix solutions to your cosplay ...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: IDEA Lab Program
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Event Details:

Are you cosplaying during San Diego Comic-Con and need a cosplay repair? Visit the Central IDEA Lab on the 4th floor of the Central Library for quick fix solutions to your cosplay woes. No appointment necessary, all ages welcome!

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.

Beginning Sewing: Make your own Pajama pants!

Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Ever wanted to learn to machine sew?  Know a little about sewing with a machine and wanting to improve your skills?  In need of a new pair of pajama pants?  Join us ...

Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Community Room - Logan Heights
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Ever wanted to learn to machine sew?  Know a little about sewing with a machine and wanting to improve your skills?  In need of a new pair of pajama pants?  Join us of for a series of three programs where participants will make thei

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

Mandarin Chinese Storytime 中文故事時間

Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
North University Community Library
Program Type:
Cultural Appreciation, Literature
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Ms. Lily presents stories and songs in Mandarin.   All ages are welcome.  

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Literature
Event Details:

Ms. Lily presents stories and songs in Mandarin.  

All ages are welcome.

 

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

Vegan Cooking 101: Rawesome Recipes!

Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey at Point Loma/Hervey Library
Program Type:
Featured, Wellness
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Discover the refreshing benefits and incredible flavors of raw goods. We’ll explore raw chef JP Alfred’s Peace Pies raw cookbooks, their restaurant menu, and sample some of the pro...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Room: Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Discover the refreshing benefits and incredible flavors of raw goods. We’ll explore raw chef JP Alfred’s Peace Pies raw cookbooks, their restaurant menu, and sample some of the products available at their Voltaire Street location.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Family Crafting & Games /Manualidades y Juegos Familiares

Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of crafting fun!  Supplies will be on hand for this regular drop in program so the whole family can create.  __________________...

Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Children's Area - Logan Heights
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of crafting fun!  Supplies will be on hand for this regular drop in program so the whole family can create. 

________________________

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.

Under the Sea Belly Dance Showcase

Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Black Box Theatre at City Heights Performance Annex
Program Type:
Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Event Details:

Immerse yourself in a nautical wonderland of Middle Eastern and fusion dance performances at the “Under the Sea” Belly Dance Showcase! Doors open at 1:30pm. Show at 2pm. Admissi...

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

Immerse yourself in a nautical wonderland of Middle Eastern and fusion dance performances at the “Under the Sea” Belly Dance Showcase!

Doors open at 1:30pm. Show at 2pm. Admission FREE!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Piano Concert Series: Dave Chamberlin Plays Great Hits of the 1950s

Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa at Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library is excited to announce a piano concert series in collaboration with David Chamberlin. The program is FREE and open to the public with first come, fir...

Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Room: Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:

Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library is excited to announce a piano concert series in collaboration with David Chamberlin. The program is FREE and open to the public with first come, first served seating.

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.

Bocón Summer Dance Camp

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 8:00am - 5:00pm
Black Box Theatre at City Heights Performance Annex
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Library Branch: City Heights Performance Annex
Room: Black Box Theatre
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Performing Arts
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Tai Chi Moving for Better Balance

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
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 "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Marvelous Maker Mondays: Re-city Crafters Miniature Community Makers

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Denny Sanford Children's Library (1st Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Marvelous Maker Mondays 11:30-1:00: Using recycled materials, we're building a miniature version of our vibrant locale. Join us in crafting creativity while showing love for o...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Denny Sanford Children's Library (1st Floor)
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Marvelous Maker Mondays 11:30-1:00: Using recycled materials, we're building a miniature version of our vibrant locale. Join us in crafting creativity while showing love for our environment!

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

DYH@L presents: Marvelous Mysteries Camp

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey at Point Loma/Hervey Library
Program Type:
Featured, Art, DYH@L Student Camps, , Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Explore the world of suspense, intrigue and unexpected surprises in our Marvelous Mysteries Camp. Campers will ignite their sense of wonder as they investigate mind-bending illusio...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Room: Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Featured, Art, DYH@L Student Camps, , Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Explore the world of suspense, intrigue and unexpected surprises in our Marvelous Mysteries Camp. Campers will ignite their sense of wonder as they investigate mind-bending illusions, unravel engineering puzzles and crack mysterious codes.

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

Digital Navigator /Navegador Digital

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 11:30am - 3:30pm
Seminar Room 1 - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

NEED TECH HELP AND TECH RESOURCES?! The City of San Diego and the San Diego Futures Foundation are offering FREE Digital Navigator drop-in services. Stop in for one...

Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Seminar Room 1 - Logan Heights
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

NEED TECH HELP AND TECH RESOURCES?!

The City of San Diego and the San Diego Futures Foundation are offering FREE Digital Navigator drop-in services.

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

Study and Chill: Artful Summer

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 11:30am - 7:30pm
Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Looking for a cool space to get away from the summer heat? Unleash your creativity at the Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab when you come in during our extended Study & Chill summe...

Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Event Details:

Looking for a cool space to get away from the summer heat?