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S.T.E.A.M. Tuesday - Pumpkin Lanterns

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
Art, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

STEAM every other Tuesday with library staff as we take on a unique science or art project!  All supplies provided.  Grades K—5th. THIS WEEK'S PROJECT:  Pumpki...

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

STEAM every other Tuesday with library staff as we take on a unique science or art project!  All supplies provided.  Grades K—5th.

THIS WEEK'S PROJECT: 

Pumpkin Lanterns

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.

Boo Bash and Día de los Muertos Storytime and Sugar Skull Craft

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Performing Arts Center & Multi-Purpose Room at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Enjoy a night of Halloween Fun at the Malcolm X Library! Dress up in your favorite costume and join us for crafts, games, and a special storytime! In honor of Halloween and D...

Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Performing Arts Center & Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Enjoy a night of Halloween Fun at the Malcolm X Library!

Dress up in your favorite costume and join us for crafts, games, and a special storytime!

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.

Diwali Arts and Crafts

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room - Carmel Valley at Carmel Valley Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Art, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate Diwali. We will have fun, festive, arts and crafts! "Thus, Diwali, or Deepavali, commonly known as "the festival of lights," is one of the most widely celeb...

Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Art, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate Diwali. We will have fun, festive, arts and crafts! "Thus, Diwali, or Deepavali, commonly known as "the festival of lights," is one of the most widely celebrated Hindu holidays.

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.
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Blocks Party!

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Nook - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Art, Community Engagement, Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Event Details:

Come join us for our LEGO BLOCK PARTY!! We'll have enough bricks to satisfy everyone's building needs. No prior experience required. This will be a family friendly event, s...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Children's Nook - Skyline Hills
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Art, Community Engagement, Wellness
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Come join us for our LEGO BLOCK PARTY!!

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.
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Boo Bash

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join us for our annual Spootakular Boo Bash. There will be a themed craft and a scavenger hunt with prizes!  5:30pm: Scavenger Hunt and Crafts Begin 6pm: Spooky trail wi...

Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join us for our annual Spootakular Boo Bash. There will be a themed craft and a scavenger hunt with prizes! 

5:30pm: Scavenger Hunt and Crafts Begin

6pm: Spooky trail will open

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

Costume Dance Party

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Discovery Corner - Denny Sanford Children's Library at Central Library
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Celebrate Halloween in the Children's Library at our costumed dance party!  Wear your Halloween costume and get ready to jump and dance to the music!!  Special guest, The...

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

Celebrate Halloween in the Children's Library at our costumed dance party!  Wear your Halloween costume and get ready to jump and dance to the music!!  Special guest, The Microphone Doctors, will bring his original song creations inspire

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

Halloween Dance It Out! Bilingual Storytime /¡Baila! Hora de cuentos bilingüe

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Area - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Join us in this spooky dancing storytime that geared towards toddlers and their parents. Enjoy new and classic stories of all kinds and get ready to get all those wiggles out and d...

Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Children's Area - Logan Heights
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Join us in this spooky dancing storytime that geared towards toddlers and their parents. Enjoy new and classic stories of all kinds and get ready to get all those wiggles out and dance away the jiggles and pent up energy! Costumes encouraged!

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

Preschool Storytime - Halloween Edition

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Area - Carmel Mountain Ranch at Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Join Children’s Librarian Miss Julie for a not-so-scary storytime!  This program is designed for children ages 2-4.  Halloween costumes are optional.  Every child in...

Library Branch: Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Room: Children's Area - Carmel Mountain Ranch
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Join Children’s Librarian Miss Julie for a not-so-scary storytime!  This program is designed for children ages 2-4.  Halloween costumes are optional.  Every child in attendance will receive a special surprise!

 

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

Rhythm and Movement

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Area - Ocean Beach at Ocean Beach Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, , Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

In this highly interactive, music-based storytime program, children have the opportunity to make music, learn beats, and dance and move to the sounds. All ages are welcome to atten...

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

In this highly interactive, music-based storytime program, children have the opportunity to make music, learn beats, and dance and move to the sounds. All ages are welcome to attend.

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

Storytime

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Program Type:
Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Join us in the library's spacious community room where we can all safely space out for a Storytime with Miss Melissa or Miss Jennifer appropriate for preschoolers. This Storytime r...

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

Join us in the library's spacious community room where we can all safely space out for a Storytime with Miss Melissa or Miss Jennifer appropriate for preschoolers.

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

Toddler Time: Crafting in the Park

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Taylor Greene - Pacific Beach/Taylor at Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Join us for a special 5th Wednesday Toddler time in the Park. We will be decorating masks and listening to fun Halloween music. And we will end with bubbles!   Please...

Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Taylor Greene - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

Join us for a special 5th Wednesday Toddler time in the Park.

We will be decorating masks and listening to fun Halloween music. And we will end with bubbles!

 

Please bring a blanket or chairs for your family.

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

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest at Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Program Type:
, Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Dance, sing, laugh, and enjoy engaging stories with Carrie The Librarian! This program is recommended for ages 2-5 but all ages are welcome at this fun weekly program. 

Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: , Literature
Event Details:

Dance, sing, laugh, and enjoy engaging stories with Carrie The Librarian! This program is recommended for ages 2-5 but all ages are welcome at this fun weekly program. 

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

Let's Play!

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
City Heights/Weingart Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Sensory play. Join us outside to play with our new sensory tables. Mud play, sand play, and more! Program takes place in the backside of our patio.

Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Learning
Event Details:

Sensory play. Join us outside to play with our new sensory tables. Mud play, sand play, and more! Program takes place in the backside of our patio.

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

Stay & Play Storytime: StoryBox Kamishibai Theatre

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room - College-Rolando at College-Rolando Library
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Welcome families to Stay and Play! This program is focused towards children 0-5 years old and their caregivers. Every week we will offer snacks and refreshments, a Storytime and...

Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Welcome families to Stay and Play!

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

Ralphs's World Halloween Show

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Park Area - Kensington at Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us for a Halloween Show with Ralph from Ralph's World! There will be music, dancing, and treats!

Library Branch: Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Room: Park Area - Kensington
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Join us for a Halloween Show with Ralph from Ralph's World! There will be music, dancing, and treats!

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

Dance Pants Party

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Community Room - Mission Valley at Mission Valley Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary-school age kids, this simple dance program will feature "The Wheels on the Bus," "Baby Shark," and more. Families, it’s...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary-school age kids, this simple dance program will feature "The Wheels on the Bus," "Baby Shark," and more. Families, it’s time to get your groove on!

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

Bumble Bee Toddler and Children's Halloween Storytime

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room - Mira Mesa at Mira Mesa Library
Program Type:
Cultural Appreciation, Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Join us for Bumble Bee Halloween Storytime at the Mira Mesa Branch Library for fun songs and stories with Auntie Hazel.   Bring your blankets.  All ages are welco...

Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Community Room - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Literature
Event Details:

Join us for Bumble Bee Halloween Storytime at the Mira Mesa Branch Library for fun songs and stories with Auntie Hazel.   Bring your blankets. 

All ages are welcome. No registration required.

 

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

Stay and Play Costume Parade

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Discovery Corner - Denny Sanford Children's Library at Central Library
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Ages 0-5  Stay and Play at the library with us!  Come and enjoy our early literacy rich environment of learning through play! 10:30 Spooky Sensory Story Time with M...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Discovery Corner - Denny Sanford Children's Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

Ages 0-5 

Stay and Play at the library with us!  Come and enjoy our early literacy rich environment of learning through play!

10:30 Spooky Sensory Story Time with Ms. Wendy 

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

Dance Pants Party

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room - North Clairemont at North Clairemont Library
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary school age children, this simple dance program will feature popular kids tunes. Families, it's time to get your groove ...

Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Room: Meeting Room - North Clairemont
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Children's Yoga & Stories

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery at San Carlos Library
Program Type:
Wellness
Age Group:
Preschoolers
Event Details:

Join us for story-inspired stretches, music, and child-friendly props! We conclude by using our breath to transition from silly to calm. Please bring a mat or towel. Ages 3-8.&n...

Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for story-inspired stretches, music, and child-friendly props! We conclude by using our breath to transition from silly to calm. Please bring a mat or towel.

Ages 3-8.  

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.

DOWNSTAIRS: LEGO Builders Club

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace - Point Loma/Hervey at Point Loma/Hervey Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Calling all LEGO Builders! Put your engineering and problem-solving skills to the test by taking part in unique LEGO building challenges or let your imagination run wild and bui...

Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Room: Makerspace - Point Loma/Hervey
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Calling all LEGO Builders!

Put your engineering and problem-solving skills to the test by taking part in unique LEGO building challenges or let your imagination run wild and build your own special LEGO creations.

Each week's L

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

Qazaqsha story time (Жас тобы: 2-5 жас)

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
Cultural Appreciation, Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Qazaqsha story time Age group : 2-5 years Event details:  Join in as we read, play and learn Qazaq language. Qazaq language is a part of Turkic language family and close to ...

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Community Room - North University
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Early Learning
Event Details:

Qazaqsha story time
Age group : 2-5 years

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

Ruff Readers

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Balboa Library
Program Type:
Literature, Wellness
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Ruff Readers is a program that encourages children to increase their reading skills and self-confidence by reading out loud to a therapy dog. Join Ms. Terrie and her dog Star in th...

Library Branch: Balboa Library
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Literature, Wellness
Event Details:

Ruff Readers is a program that encourages children to increase their reading skills and self-confidence by reading out loud to a therapy dog. Join Ms. Terrie and her dog Star in the children's area.

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

Kid's Crafts

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday for a fun craft project. Everything will be provided free of charge. 

Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday for a fun craft project. Everything will be provided free of charge.