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Chess Club

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room - Carmel Valley at Carmel Valley Library
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Casual public chess meet, open to all skill levels. Chess club is for ages 7-17. 

Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Casual public chess meet, open to all skill levels. Chess club is for ages 7-17. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

RB Chess Club

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Area - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
All Ages
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 a...

Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Children's Area - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: All Ages
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 "All Ages" group.
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This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
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Family Board Game Afternoon

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of playing award-winning board games for children ages 2-17 and their families! Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the world of board gam...

Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Children's Area - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of playing award-winning board games for children ages 2-17 and their families! Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the world of board games, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Lunar New Year Celebration

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Featured, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for a Lunar New Year Celebration in collaboration with the Hong Konger Club!This is the Year of the Snake! Participates can make a snake craft, enjoy a maltose cracker, hav...

Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Featured, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Join us for a Lunar New Year Celebration in collaboration with the Hong Konger Club!

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.

Sew Together

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
IDEA Lab Program at Central Library
Program Type:
IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Do you have a small sewing project that you need help to complete? Bring your ideas and materials to the Central Library IDEA Lab. Learn entry level operating instructions for comp...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: IDEA Lab Program
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Do you have a small sewing project that you need help to complete? Bring your ideas and materials to the Central Library IDEA Lab. Learn entry level operating instructions for computerized sewing machines and beginning techniques.

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

Mahjong Club

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room - University Community at University Community Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Library Branch: University Community Library
Room: Community Room - University Community
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Ancient Greek Art

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest at Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Program Type:
Featured, Art, Community Engagement
Age Group:
All Ages, Older Adults
Event Details:

In this illustrated presentation by Gwenyth Mapes (Professor of Humanities at Grossmont College), learn about ancient Greek art. From the Greek Bronze Age through Athens’ Golden Ag...

Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: All Ages, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Art, Community Engagement
Event Details:

In this illustrated presentation by Gwenyth Mapes (Professor of Humanities at Grossmont College), learn about ancient Greek art.

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.

Lion Dance for Lunar New Year

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch 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
Event Details:

Ring in the Lunar New Year with an electrifying Lion Dance performance by the GDPT Chánh Kiến Buddhist Youth Association! Join us on Thursday, January 25, at 3 p.m. for this vibran...

Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
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:

Ring in the Lunar New Year with an electrifying Lion Dance performance by the GDPT Chánh Kiến Buddhist Youth Association! Join us on Thursday, January 25, at 3 p.m. for this vibrant and festive celebration.

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

Lego Lab!

Saturday, January 25, 2025 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 free build with Legos to display throughout the month. We bring the Legos, you bring your imagination!Parking at...

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 free build with Legos to display throughout the month. We bring the Legos, you bring your imagination!

Parking at the Library:

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

Manga Tea Time

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen Area - Mira Mesa at Mira Mesa Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Do you like manga and anime? Join us every Saturday in the Teen’s Area of the Mira Mesa Library for fun activities and a chance to discuss your favorite titles with other fans! Ple...

Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Teen Area - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Do you like manga and anime? Join us every Saturday in the Teen’s Area of the Mira Mesa Library for fun activities and a chance to discuss your favorite titles with other fans!

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

Chess Club

Saturday, January 25, 2025 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 "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Stained Glass Storytelling

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Adult Reading Area at North Park Library
Program Type:
Featured, Art
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join us for this exciting program from ArtReach San Diego! The composition of an image can tell a story in a single frame. For this art project, participants will play with ligh...

Encouraged
Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: Adult Reading Area
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Art
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for this exciting program from ArtReach San Diego!

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.

2025 SD Lunar New Year Festival

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 8:00pm
Outdoor Amphitheater - City Heights Performance Annex at City Heights Performance Annex
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

2025 is the Year of the Snake! The Lunar New Year is an important Asian holiday that has been celebrated for thousands of years throughout the world, especially in Asia. San D...

Library Branch: City Heights Performance Annex
Room: Outdoor Amphitheater - City Heights Performance Annex
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Event Details:

2025 is the Year of the Snake! 

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

Villa Musica -Violin Classes

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:45pm
Community Room - City Heights/Weingart at City Heights/Weingart Library
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Violin classes with Villa Musica! Violin ages 7-9, 1:30 pm - 2:15 pm Violin ages 10-12, 2:15 pm - 3:00 pm Level 2, 3:00pm - 3:45pm RSVP is required. Villa Musica will l...

Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Community Room - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Violin classes with Villa Musica!

Violin ages 7-9, 1:30 pm - 2:15 pm

Violin ages 10-12, 2:15 pm - 3:00 pm

Level 2, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Bilingual Mandarin Chinese Storytime 中文故事時間

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Community Room - North University
Program Type: Celebration Month, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Ms. Lily presents stories and songs in Mandarin.  

All ages are welcome.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Family Crafts /Manualidades Familiares

Sunday, January 26, 2025 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. 

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

2025 Winter/Spring Concert Series: The David Borgo Ensemble

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Neil Morgan Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Featured, Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

 The David Borgo EnsembleSunday, January 26, 2025 | 2:30 p.m. | Neil Morgan Auditorium David Borgo, saxophones  |  Victor Baker, electric guitar  |  T...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Neil Morgan Auditorium
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Event Details:

 

The David Borgo Ensemble
Sunday, January 26, 2025 | 2:30 p.m. | Neil Morgan Auditorium

 

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.

Piano Concert Series: Dave Chamberlin Plays Classic Movie Themes

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa at Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
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: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
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 "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Holding Silence and An Open Heart in Meditation

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
Wellness
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

This meditation class is for all ages and levels. This class will focus on practicing rather than instruction. Bring a mat and cushion for comfortable sitting. Chairs will be avail...

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Community Room - North University
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

This meditation class is for all ages and levels. This class will focus on practicing rather than instruction. Bring a mat and cushion for comfortable sitting. Chairs will be available.

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

Mini Movers and Music

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

This is the perfect class for all those mini-movers out there! It’s filled with creative movement, lots of fun music and dance games. This energetic and expressive Mini Movers &...

Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

This is the perfect class for all those mini-movers out there! It’s filled with creative movement, lots of fun music and dance games.

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

Tai Chi Moving for Better Balance

Monday, January 27, 2025 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 "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Dance Pants

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 11:45am - 12:15pm
Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary-school age kids, this simple dance program will feature popular songs. Families, it’s time to get your groove on!

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

Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary-school age kids, this simple dance program will feature popular songs. Families, it’s time to get your groove on!

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

Bridge Club

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 11:45am - 2:00pm
Community Room - Carmel Valley at Carmel Valley Library
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Every Monday, join us for a friendly game of bridge. All adults are invited to participate using Party Bridge rules. Beginners welcome! Instructions will be provided.

Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Every Monday, join us for a friendly game of bridge. All adults are invited to participate using Party Bridge rules. Beginners welcome! Instructions will be provided.

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

Children's ASL Signing Storytime

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Children's Area - University Heights at University Heights Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us for an early afternoon storytime with an engaging seasonal theme for young children including books, music, and bubbles with the addition of American Sign Language signs pr...

Library Branch: University Heights Library
Room: Children's Area - University Heights
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

Join us for an early afternoon storytime with an engaging seasonal theme for young children including books, music, and bubbles with the addition of American Sign Language signs presented by Jennifer Duncan from Signs at Play.