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This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, June 13, 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 "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, June 13, 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.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Zovargo Animal Show

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area - San Carlos at San Carlos Library
Program Type:
, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
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 ...

Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Children's Area - San Carlos
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: , Summer Reading Program
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 "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Summer Stay and Play

Thursday, June 13, 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 "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Zoom Book Club: The Marriage Portrait

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Program Type:
Online/Virtual, Literature
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Can’t make it to our in-person book club at the Carmel Mountain Ranch Library? Try this virtual alterative! A limited number of this month’s selection will be available at the Circ...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Literature
Event Details:

Can’t make it to our in-person book club at the Carmel Mountain Ranch Library? Try this virtual alterative! A limited number of this month’s selection will be available at the Circulation Desk.

Paradise Gardeners Meeting (Back Patio)

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 11:45am - 1:00pm
Patio - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Description of Event:

The Paradise Gardeners is a 501(c)(3), tax exempt organization that contributes to Southeastern San Diego’s diverse communities in areas of civic engagement, tree planting and othe...

Skyline Hills Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Patio - Skyline Hills
Description of Event

The Paradise Gardeners is a 501(c)(3), tax exempt organization that contributes to Southeastern San Diego’s diverse communities in areas of civic engagement, tree planting and other improvements, and educating community members in the disciplines

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

*Free Summer Lunches at the Library

Thursday, June 13, 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 "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Cooking Class

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Room - City Heights/Weingart at City Heights/Weingart Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Food assembly and snacks for babies, toddlers, and caregivers. Supplies are limited, so it's first come, first served.

Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Community Room - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Food assembly and snacks for babies, toddlers, and caregivers. Supplies are limited, so it's first come, first served.

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

Free Summer Lunch

Thursday, June 13, 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: CORAL Lab

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Room - College-Rolando at College-Rolando Library
Program Type:
Featured, Art, 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 SDSU's CORAL Lab   CORAL Lab is a clinical practice research lab that supports both families and current/future practitioners who stru...

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, Art, Community Engagement, Films, Literature, Summer Reading Program, Wellness
Event Details:

Lunch is Served: Presentation from SDSU's CORAL Lab

 

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

Free Summer Lunch: Try It Thursdays

Thursday, June 13, 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 "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

PRIDE Rainbow Headbands Craft

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Children's Area - Ocean Beach at Ocean Beach Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, LGBTQIA+
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Celebrate PRIDE month with the OB Library and ToshWerks and create your own beautiful rainbow flower crown. All supplies will be provided. First come, first served. 

Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library
Room: Children's Area - Ocean Beach
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Celebration Month, LGBTQIA+
Event Details:

Celebrate PRIDE month with the OB Library and ToshWerks and create your own beautiful rainbow flower crown. All supplies will be provided. First come, first served. 

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

San Diego Opera: Equal Voices Concert

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro at San Ysidro Library
Program Type:
Featured, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
All Ages, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

The "Equal Voices" series features a variety of activities, primarily concerts, that bring free opera to outdoor and indoor venues throughout San Diego County and the Cali-Baja reg...

Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: All Ages, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

The "Equal Voices" series features a variety of activities, primarily concerts, that bring free opera to outdoor and indoor venues throughout San Diego County and the Cali-Baja region.

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

Tai Chi Moving for Better Balance

Thursday, June 13, 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 "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, June 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Featured, Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Early Learning, Films, 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! 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Join our Summer Lunch & Drummers without Borders. San Diego Public Libr...

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, Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Early Learning, Films, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program, Wellness
Event Details:

Showcase Thursdays

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

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Join our Summer Lunch & Drummers without Borders.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pen to Paper Writing Group

Thursday, June 13, 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 "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.

Go Skate Day Celebration!

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Pauline Foster Teen Center (2nd Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Featured, Art, Community Engagement, Summer Reading Program, Wellness
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a Southern California celebration of skate culture as we raise awareness for Go Skate Day and unite the community in the joy of skateboarding. Enjoy food, paint your ow...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Pauline Foster Teen Center (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Featured, Art, Community Engagement, Summer Reading Program, Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for a Southern California celebration of skate culture as we raise awareness for Go Skate Day and unite the community in the joy of skateboarding. Enjoy food, paint your own deck and win some exciting giveaways! For ages 12-18.

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, June 13, 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 "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Game Jam 2024

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Seminar Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor at Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Program Type:
Featured, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Dive into the world of video games at the San Diego Public Library’s 2nd annual Game Jam! Learn the basics of game development and design, then collaborate in teams to build your o...

Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Seminar Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Dive into the world of video games at the San Diego Public Library’s 2nd annual Game Jam! Learn the basics of game development and design, then collaborate in teams to build your own game using a combination of Godot, RenPy, and Scratch.

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

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Point Loma/Hervey Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement,
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Interested in achieving better brain function while improving your memory, cognitive abilities, and strategic thinking? Then play chess! Chess is played by over 600 million peop...

Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement,
Event Details:

Interested in achieving better brain function while improving your memory, cognitive abilities, and strategic thinking? Then play chess!

Chess is played by over 600 million people and is the most popular game in the world.

This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Craft Circle

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery at San Carlos Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Older Adults
Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Art
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.

Chess Club

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Mira Mesa Library
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

All levels of Chess experience are welcome - beginners to advanced. All ages, children and adults!

Cancelled
Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

All levels of Chess experience are welcome - beginners to advanced.

All ages, children and adults!

Goodwill Employment Programs

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Lobby - Otay Mesa-Nestor at Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Description of Event:

A career advisor with Goodwill Industries will be available for information and inquiries regarding their employment skills development training programs.  Topics include in-p...

Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Lobby - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Description of Event

A career advisor with Goodwill Industries will be available for information and inquiries regarding their employment skills development training programs.  Topics include in-person support, training, and skills needed to obtain and retain emp

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

Kids Craft: Father's Day Cards

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Art, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Use corrugated cardboard to make an upcycled card! Perfect for Father's Day!   For ages 3 - 11. No registration necessary. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. Program dates and time...

Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Use corrugated cardboard to make an upcycled card! Perfect for Father's Day!

 

For ages 3 - 11. No registration necessary. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.

Program dates and times subject to change.