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Creative Writing Group

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:45pm
Frank Lenfesty Seminar Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Featured, Community Engagement, Literature
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

If you have a love for writing and would like to develop your skills, this workshop is an excellent place for you. You will write short stories and poetry, share your work with oth...

Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Frank Lenfesty Seminar Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

If you have a love for writing and would like to develop your skills, this workshop is an excellent place for you. You will write short stories and poetry, share your work with others and discover other's work.

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

DYH@L Presents: Eco-Sprout Gardening Camp

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Union Bank Homework Center (2nd Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Featured, DYH@L Student Camps, , Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to be eco friendly in your garden?  Join the Eco-Sprout Gardening Camp to delve into the fascinating work of plants, soil, and the environment.  ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Union Bank Homework Center (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Featured, DYH@L Student Camps, , Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to be eco friendly in your garden?  Join the Eco-Sprout Gardening Camp to delve into the fascinating work of plants, soil, and the environment.

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.

SRP Back to School FUN FOAM PARTY !!

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro at San Ysidro Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Nothing says fun like foam – 2 hours of Foamy Fun! Kids – don’t miss this awesome party, presented by Full Spectrum Entertainment & Educational Services. Wear your bathing s...

Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Nothing says fun like foam – 2 hours of Foamy Fun!

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

Afternoon Crafting

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Area - Pacific Beach/Taylor at Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us on the Patio outside the children's room for arts and crafts after school every Wednesday at 2pm. Activities are designed for school age children.  Young kids may r...

Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Children's Area - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Join us on the Patio outside the children's room for arts and crafts after school every Wednesday at 2pm.

Activities are designed for school age children.  Young kids may require parent assistance.

 

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 Time for Kids

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Area - Otay Mesa-Nestor at Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Program Type:
Featured, , En Español
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Calling all youth Chess enthusiasts!  Come join us for Chess Time.  Play and practice your skills with your peers.  

Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Children's Area - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, , En Español
Event Details:

Calling all youth Chess enthusiasts!  Come join us for Chess Time.  Play and practice your skills with your peers.

 

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

Teen Game Room

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Center- Game Room (2nd Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

The Teen Game Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch and PS5. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Fortnite, Gang Beasts and more. 

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

The Teen Game Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch and PS5. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Fortnite, Gang Beasts and more. 

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

Read to a Reptile

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Ocean Beach Library
Program Type:
Literature
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday at the Ocean Beach Library to read to DK, our bearded dragon or Darwin, our Ball Python. Practice your skills and gain confidence by reading to these enthus...

Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday at the Ocean Beach Library to read to DK, our bearded dragon or Darwin, our Ball Python. Practice your skills and gain confidence by reading to these enthusiastic and non-judgmental reptiles.

 

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Children's Yoga & Stories

Wednesday, July 17, 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 "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

RB Library Book Club

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Frank Lenfesty Seminar Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Featured, Book Discussion, , Literature
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a lively discussion of this month's book, "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson . Copies of the book are available for checkout at the RB Branch Library. For mor...

Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Frank Lenfesty Seminar Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Book Discussion, , Literature
Event Details:

Join us for a lively discussion of this month's book, "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson . Copies of the book are available for checkout at the RB Branch Library.

For more information, please contact the RB Branch Library.

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.

Summer Reading Program Special Event - Mad Science: Fire and Ice

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Be amazed and entertained by Mad Science as they demonstrate chemical reactions, fantastic forces, and more! The show is geared towards kids 3-12. Follow us on Facebook for the ...

Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, Science/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Be amazed and entertained by Mad Science as they demonstrate chemical reactions, fantastic forces, and more! The show is geared towards kids 3-12.

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.

Tech Help

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Program Type:
Accessibility
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Need help with your email? Struggling to navigate a particular website? New smartphone or tablet? Come get some tech help with our library staff! We're experienced with tech proble...

Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Accessibility
Event Details:

Need help with your email? Struggling to navigate a particular website? New smartphone or tablet? Come get some tech help with our library staff! We're experienced with tech problem-solving and are eager to assist you!

Otay Mesa Planning Group Meeting

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor at Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Description of Event:

The Otay Mesa Planning Group will be meeting to discuss community planning agendas and proposals.   OTAY MESA PLANNING GROUP ROB HIXSON C/O CBRE, CHAIR 4301 La Jol...

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

The Otay Mesa Planning Group will be meeting to discuss community planning agendas and proposals.

 

OTAY MESA PLANNING GROUP

ROB HIXSON C/O CBRE, CHAIR

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

Introduction to Model Rocketry with Together We Shine - Day 1

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Seminar Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

This rocketry camp is for students aged 8-12 who are interested in entering the fun-fueled world of rocketry. Everyone will leave this program with a core understanding of introduc...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Seminar Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

This rocketry camp is for students aged 8-12 who are interested in entering the fun-fueled world of rocketry.

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

Kids at Heart ESL

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Seminar Room (A-B) - Valencia Park/Malcolm X at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Weekly ESL tutoring

Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Seminar Room (A-B) - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Weekly ESL tutoring

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.

DYH@L Presents: Sharpen Your Skills

Wednesday, July 17, 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:

Don't stop learning this summer!  Stop by any of our Homework Centers to hone your skills.  We've got games' learning activities, and more fun ways to learn. Our frien...

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:

Don't stop learning this summer!  Stop by any of our Homework Centers to hone your skills.  We've got games' learning activities, and more fun ways to learn.

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.

DYH@L Presents: Sharpen Your Skills

Wednesday, July 17, 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:

Don't stop learning this summer!  Stop by any of our Homework Centers to hone your skills.  We've got games, learning activities, and more fun ways to learn. Our frien...

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:

Don't stop learning this summer!  Stop by any of our Homework Centers to hone your skills.  We've got games, learning activities, and more fun ways to learn.

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.

DYH@L Presents: Sharpen Your Skills

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
, Homework Help
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Don't stop learning this summer! Stop by any of our Homework Center to hone your skills. We've got games, learning activities, STEAM crafts, & more fun ways to lea...

Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: , Homework Help
Event Details:

Don't stop learning this summer!

Stop by any of our Homework Center to hone your skills.

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.

DYH@L Presents: Sharpen Your Skills

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Kreutzkamp Foundation Foundation Children's Homework Center - San Ysidro at San Ysidro Library
Program Type:
, Homework Help
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Don't stop learning this summer! Stop by any of our Homework Center to hone your skills. We've got games, learning activities, STEAM crafts, & more fun ways to lea...

Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Kreutzkamp Foundation Foundation Children's Homework Center - San Ysidro
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: , Homework Help
Event Details:

Don't stop learning this summer!

Stop by any of our Homework Center to hone your skills.

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.

DYH@L Presents: Sharpen Your Skills

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Homework Center - Serra Mesa at Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Program Type:
Featured, Homework Help
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Don't stop learning this summer!  Stop by any of our Homework Centers to hone your skills.  We've got games' learning activities, and more fun ways to learn. Our frien...

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

Don't stop learning this summer!  Stop by any of our Homework Centers to hone your skills.  We've got games' learning activities, and more fun ways to learn.

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.

DYH@L Presents: Sharpen Your Skills: Practica Tu Aprendizaje

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Homework Center at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Homework Help
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Don't stop learning this summer! Stop by any of our Homework Center to hone your skills. We've got games, learning activities, STEAM crafts, & more fun ways to lea...

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

Don't stop learning this summer!

Stop by any of our Homework Center to hone your skills.

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 Builders Club

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Marla Haas Community Room - 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: Marla Haas Community Room - 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 "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

STEM Crafternoon: Spy Glass Decoder

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Balboa Library
Program Type:
Art, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Draw and hide a secret image or message, and then use a color-filtering device to reveal what it is! (For ages 5 & up).  

Library Branch: Balboa Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Draw and hide a secret image or message, and then use a color-filtering device to reveal what it is! (For ages 5 & up).

 

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.

Art Class with Art Smarts

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Fun, exciting one hour art classes for ages 5 - 17, theme and medium varies. Supplies provided, but limited; first come, first served. Sponsored by the Scripps Ranch Friends of the...

Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Fun, exciting one hour art classes for ages 5 - 17, theme and medium varies. Supplies provided, but limited; first come, first served. Sponsored by the Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library.

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

Comic Con Craft for Kids

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch at Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Art, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Celebrate the popular arts at this Comic-Con themed craft program for kids.  All supplies for the workshop will be provided.  Recommended for children ages 7 and up. ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Celebration Month, Art, Summer Reading Program
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Celebrate the popular arts at this Comic-Con themed craft program for kids.  All supplies for the workshop will be provided.  Recommended for children ages 7 and up.  All children ages 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.&nb