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This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
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StoryBox Theatre: Kamishibai

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch at Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024)
Program Type:
Cultural Appreciation, Literature, Program Includes Kit
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Presented by Write Out Loud San Diego, "StoryBox" is the American name given to the Japanese storytelling tradition called kamishibai. StoryBox combines dramatic storytelling ...

Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024)
Room: Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Literature, Program Includes Kit
Event Details:

Presented by Write Out Loud San Diego, "StoryBox" is the American name given to the Japanese storytelling tradition called kamishibai.

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

Mix, Match, and Create: Art Engagement For Homeschoolers

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Homeschool Resource Center at Mission Valley Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Kids: Get ready to engage your artistic imagination! We'll have a variety of art supplies like tissue paper, sequins, pompoms, glue, crayons, markers, and more, for young artists t...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Homeschool Resource Center
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Kids: Get ready to engage your artistic imagination! We'll have a variety of art supplies like tissue paper, sequins, pompoms, glue, crayons, markers, and more, for young artists to create whatever their hearts desire.

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.

Chess Club

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Community Engagement,
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

If you don't know how to play chess, you can learn at Chess Club!  All levels of Chess experience are welcome - beginners to advanced. Learn to play better! All ages, ch...

Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement,
Event Details:

If you don't know how to play chess, you can learn at Chess Club! 

All levels of Chess experience are welcome - beginners to advanced. Learn to play better!

All ages, children and adults are welcome.

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

Anime Club

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 3:45pm - 5:45pm
Teen Center- Game Room (2nd Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Films
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Enjoy anime? So do we! Join us and watch anime!

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

Enjoy anime? So do we! Join us and watch anime!

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.

Lego Builders' Club

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - Mira Mesa at Mira Mesa Library
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Lego Builders' Club returns to Mira Mesa!  What will you build today? Join us every Friday in the Community Room from 4:00-5:15. We provide the Legos you bring the creativity....

Cancelled
Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Community Room - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Lego Builders' Club returns to Mira Mesa!  What will you build today? Join us every Friday in the Community Room from 4:00-5:15. We provide the Legos you bring the creativity.  Free.  No registration required. 

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.

Japanese Language Class /Clase de Idioma Japonés

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Seminar Room 1 - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Stop in to learn Japanese or improve your Japanese language skills! If you have further questions regarding to the language class, please contact Cris Fitch at Cris.fitch@gmail....

Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Seminar Room 1 - Logan Heights
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Stop in to learn Japanese or improve your Japanese language skills!

If you have further questions regarding to the language class, please contact Cris Fitch at Cris.fitch@gmail.com

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.

PAWS to Read! /Perros para leer!

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Featured, Early Learning, Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Stop by and read to some fluffy friends! Join us as we host the San Diego Humane Society to promote literacy! They'll be stopping by with some furry companions that are itching to ...

Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Children's Area - Logan Heights
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, Early Learning, Literature
Event Details:

Stop by and read to some fluffy friends! Join us as we host the San Diego Humane Society to promote literacy! They'll be stopping by with some furry companions that are itching to hear the next story!

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

DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Featured, , Homework Help
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignm...

Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Featured, , Homework Help
Event Details:

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

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.

DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Children's Area - Mira Mesa at Mira Mesa Library
Program Type:
Featured, , Homework Help
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignm...

Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Children's Area - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, , Homework Help
Event Details:

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

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.

San Diego Ballet Free Saturday Morning Dance Classes

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Black Box Theatre at City Heights Performance Annex
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Event Details:

Open Adult Ballet Class 10:00am - 11:30am This class is for adults and teens 13 years old an above. Class will focus on Ballet barre and center combinations. All levels are welc...

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

Open Adult Ballet Class 10:00am - 11:30am

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, December 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Children's Area - North Clairemont at North Clairemont Library
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Room: Children's Area - North Clairemont
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
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.

Everyone Plays @ The Library

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 1:30pm - 5:30pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

EVERYONE Plays @ the Library is a fun way to play your own board games with new friends or play the many games on hand at the library. Whether you’re already an avid board gamer...

Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

EVERYONE Plays @ the Library is a fun way to play your own board games with new friends or play the many games on hand at the library.

Whether you’re already an avid board gamer or are looking to learn, all ages are welcome!

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

Microscopes with Garden Bugs

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's area - Oak Park at Oak Park Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and informative event where you can meet and learn about the fascinating insects commonly found in gardens! From the squirmy worms that help our soil to the quirk...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Room: Children's area - Oak Park
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and informative event where you can meet and learn about the fascinating insects commonly found in gardens!

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.

Chess Club

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room - Carmel Valley at Carmel Valley Library
Program Type:
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:
Event Details:

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

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.

Magazine Christmas Tree Craft

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room - Mira Mesa at Mira Mesa Library
Program Type:
Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the Mira Mesa Library making recycled magazine Christmas Trees with Ms. Ratna! This D.I.Y. craft is easy and                fun. ...

Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Community Room - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Join us at the Mira Mesa Library making recycled magazine Christmas Trees with Ms. Ratna! This D.I.Y. craft is easy and                fun. All supplies are provided.

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.

Holiday Family Sing-Along & Stories

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor at Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Kathy Hargrove will play traditional songs on the piano and tell favorite stories to share holiday joy with our neighbors of all ages. There will even be an opportunity to Jingl...

Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Kathy Hargrove will play traditional songs on the piano and tell favorite stories to share holiday joy with our neighbors of all ages.

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.

Fall 2024 Concert Series: The Odeum Guitar Duo

Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Neil Morgan Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Featured, Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

  The Odeum Guitar Duo Sunday, December 15, 2024 | 2:30 pm | Neil Morgan Auditorium   "Masterworks for Two Guitars”   Fred Benedetti and Robert W...

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

 

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

Study and Chill

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 7:30pm
Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Wellness
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Need to finish some homework, work on a project, study for a test, or just relax and read a book away from the distractions at home? Come to the Legler Benbough Teen IDEA LAB every...

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, Wellness
Event Details:

Need to finish some homework, work on a project, study for a test, or just relax and read a book away from the distractions at home?

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.

DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Area - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa at Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Program Type:
Featured, , Homework Help
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignm...

Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Room: Children's Area - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, , Homework Help
Event Details:

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

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.

DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Homework Center - San Carlos at San Carlos Library
Program Type:
Featured, , Homework Help
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignm...

Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Homework Center - San Carlos
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, , Homework Help
Event Details:

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

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.

DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Area - Mira Mesa at Mira Mesa Library
Program Type:
Featured, , Homework Help
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignm...

Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Children's Area - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, , Homework Help
Event Details:

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

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.

DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Featured, , Homework Help
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Kids K through 8th: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assig...

Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, , Homework Help
Event Details:

Kids K through 8th: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

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.

DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Homework Center at College-Rolando Library
Program Type:
Featured, , Homework Help
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignm...

Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Homework Center
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, , Homework Help
Event Details:

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

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.

DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Upstairs Lobby/Homework Area at City Heights/Weingart Library
Program Type:
Featured, , Homework Help
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignm...

Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Upstairs Lobby/Homework Area
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, , Homework Help
Event Details:

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.