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This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
, Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Preschool storytime for babies, toddlers, and all preschoolers! All Ages are welcome to join us for a fun and educational storytime featuring songs, lullabies, nursery rhymes, f...

Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: , Literature
Event Details:

Preschool storytime for babies, toddlers, and all preschoolers!

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

Songs and Stories with Ms Amy

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Read along and sing for this fun interactive storytime. We will read picture books, move our bodies, act out stories, and sing fun songs and silly rhymes to build our skills with w...

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

Read along and sing for this fun interactive storytime. We will read picture books, move our bodies, act out stories, and sing fun songs and silly rhymes to build our skills with words and language. The storytime will be followed by a craft.

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

SRP 2024: Dance to Evolve Music & Movement

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin at Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Like to dance? Don't miss this Talented Trolls themed movement and dance program hosted by Dance to Evolve! We'll learn to dance and groove like our favorite DreamWorks Trolls char...

Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Room: Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Like to dance? Don't miss this Talented Trolls themed movement and dance program hosted by Dance to Evolve! We'll learn to dance and groove like our favorite DreamWorks Trolls characters. What kind of moves do Trolls have? Come and find out!

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

Stay and Play

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room - Carmel Valley at Carmel Valley Library
Program Type:
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 except on the first Wednesday we will offer free play. Th...

Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type:
Event Details:

Welcome families to Stay and Play. This program is focused towards children 0-5 years old and their caregivers. Every week except on the first Wednesday we will offer free 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.

Family Music Lessons

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Area - College-Rolando at College-Rolando Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

With the help of her ukulele and even some puppet friends, Miss Marae will guide and encourage you to explore music with your child. During these Family Music Lessons, you’ll explo...

Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Children's Area - College-Rolando
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:

With the help of her ukulele and even some puppet friends, Miss Marae will guide and encourage you to explore music with your child.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Live Interactive Video Preschool/Kindergarten Drawing Class with Mr. Luan

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
SDPL Virtual Branch
Program Type:
Online/Virtual, Art,
Age Group:
Preschoolers
Event Details:

I'll show kids how to draw basic shapes.  Then we'll add other elements to those shapes to create popular objects like people, bunnies, cars, fish, caterpillars, houses, etc.....

Virtual Event
Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Art,
Event Details:

I'll show kids how to draw basic shapes.  Then we'll add other elements to those shapes to create popular objects like people, bunnies, cars, fish, caterpillars, houses, etc..  Throughout the lessen I'll have them color parts of those ob

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Live Interactive Video Preschool/Kindergarten Drawing Class with Mr. Luan

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Storytime Nook - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Online/Virtual, Art, Community Engagement,
Age Group:
Preschoolers
Event Details:

I'll show kids how to draw basic shapes.  Then we'll add other elements to those shapes to create popular objects like people, bunnies, cars, fish, caterpillars, houses, etc.....

Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Children's Storytime Nook - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Art, Community Engagement,
Event Details:

I'll show kids how to draw basic shapes.  Then we'll add other elements to those shapes to create popular objects like people, bunnies, cars, fish, caterpillars, houses, etc..  Throughout the lessen I'll have them color parts of those ob

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

Toddler and Preschool Storytime

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Community Room - Mission Valley at Mission Valley Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, , Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Recommended for ages 2-5, this storytime program includes books, songs, games, and early literacy fun! A to-go craft will be provided at the end.  

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

Recommended for ages 2-5, this storytime program includes books, songs, games, and early literacy fun! A to-go craft will be provided at the end.

 

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

Odi Buddies

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Children 0-5 years old and their caregivers are invited to join us for Odi Buddies! We will sing songs, do rhymes, fingerplays, shake our shakers and have fun! This is a great oppo...

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

Children 0-5 years old and their caregivers are invited to join us for Odi Buddies! We will sing songs, do rhymes, fingerplays, shake our shakers and have fun!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, August 1, 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 "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Literature Comes to Life: The Rainbow Fish

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Children's Area - San Carlos at San Carlos Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
All Ages, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us for a special storytime in which the children help act out the story! We will be presenting the beloved picture book The Rainbow Fish, by Marcus Pfister. Kids will love bec...

Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Children's Area - San Carlos
Age Group: All Ages, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join us for a special storytime in which the children help act out the story! We will be presenting the beloved picture book The Rainbow Fish, by Marcus Pfister.

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

Copy of Library for All: Adult Craft

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Mira Mesa Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Art, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Library for All is a monthly arts and  crafts program for adults with special needs.  People of all abilities are welcome to participate in this event.  Craft suppli...

Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Art, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Library for All is a monthly arts and  crafts program for adults with special needs.  People of all abilities are welcome to participate in this event.  Craft supplies provided, while supplies last.  

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 Featuring Zovargo Animal Show

Thursday, August 1, 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!  Today we welcome Zovargo for a fun and informational animal show! Fun starts at 11:00!  From African drumming to art and dance, ex...

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!  Today we welcome Zovargo for a fun and informational animal show!

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

Summer Stay and Play

Thursday, August 1, 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 "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

DYH@L presents: Marvelous Mysteries Camp

Thursday, August 1, 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 "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Dance to EvOLvE presents Little Mermaids & Pirates!

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro at San Ysidro Library
Program Type:
Early Learning, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Ahoy, Mateys! Dive into a magical world of enchanting mermaids and daring pirates in this swashbuckling dance class. Set sail on a sea of creativity as your young buccaneer dances ...

Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Early Learning, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Ahoy, Mateys! Dive into a magical world of enchanting mermaids and daring pirates in this swashbuckling dance class. Set sail on a sea of creativity as your young buccaneer dances gracefully like a mermaid and stomps like a fearless pirate.

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

*Free Summer Lunches at the Library

Thursday, August 1, 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, August 1, 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, August 1, 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 "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Free Summer Lunch: Button Making and Backpacks (Clicbitz)

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Pauline Foster Teen Center (2nd Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Featured, Art
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Each participant will create buttons of their own design to personalize their own backpacks. First 20 sign-ups receive a free backpack. Ages 12-18 only. This institution is an e...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Pauline Foster Teen Center (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, Art
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Each participant will create buttons of their own design to personalize their own backpacks. First 20 sign-ups receive a free backpack. Ages 12-18 only.

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: SD Guild of Puppetry Workshop

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Room - College-Rolando at College-Rolando Library
Program Type:
Featured, 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: SD Guild of Puppetry Workshop San Diego Guild of Puppetry members will lead us in the creation of our very own pool noodle puppets!  Make your very own ...

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

Lunch is Served: SD Guild of Puppetry Workshop

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

Tai Chi Moving for Better Balance

Thursday, August 1, 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, August 1, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Featured, Community Engagement, 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 Showcase Thursdays. San Diego Public Library has part...

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, Community Engagement, 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 Showcase Thursdays.

Lifeguard Water Safety Storytime

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Meeting Room - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Literature, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join the City of San Diego’s Lifeguards for a special storytime, water safety presentation, and more! During this program, they will discuss our local beach ecosystem, the pro...

Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join the City of San Diego’s Lifeguards for a special storytime, water safety presentation, and more!