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Family Board Game Afternoons

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Area - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Event Details:

3rd Saturdays - September 21 ● October 19 ● November 16 ● December 21 Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of playing award-winning board games for children ages 2-17 and their fa...

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Children's Area - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Event Details:

3rd Saturdays - September 21 October 19 November 16 December 21

Super Science Saturday

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Patio - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Look, pal: SCIENCE is everywhere! SCIENCE is everything really! Want to see what I mean? Come to the Library SUPER SCIENCE SATURDAY! where tables will be set up, each with its own ...

Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Children's Patio - Linda Vista
Program Type: Community Engagement, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Look, pal: SCIENCE is everywhere! SCIENCE is everything really! Want to see what I mean? Come to the Library SUPER SCIENCE SATURDAY! where tables will be set up, each with its own experiment for you to do!

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.

An Afternoon Showcase of Edward S. Curtis' "The North American Indian"

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shiley Special Events Suite at Central Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Featured, Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

In Recognition of Native American History Month San Diego Public Library's Special Collections is taking an iconic photography collection out from our archives for the public to...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Shiley Special Events Suite
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Featured, Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In Recognition of Native American History Month

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

Watercolor Painting with Spices

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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 creative workshop where you'll discover the art of painting with spices right from your pantry! We'll explore how to use everyday spices to create vibran...

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: 6
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and creative workshop where you'll discover the art of painting with spices right from your pantry! We'll explore how to use everyday spices to create vibrant colors.

This event is in the "All Ages" 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.

Out of the Shadows: Human Trafficking Awareness Fair

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Outdoor Amphitheater - City Heights Performance Annex at City Heights Performance Annex
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
All Ages, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Event Details:

MAKE A DIFFERENCE BY RECOGNIZING THE SIGNS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKINGAt the event, there will be informational booths/tables and also special speakers at the Annex area - all there to pa...

Library Branch: City Heights Performance Annex
Room: Outdoor Amphitheater - City Heights Performance Annex
Age Group: All Ages, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

MAKE A DIFFERENCE BY RECOGNIZING THE SIGNS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING

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.

An Afternoon Showcase of Edward S. Curtis' "The North American Indian"

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Shiley Special Events Suite at Central Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Featured, Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

In Recognition of Native American History Month San Diego Public Library's Special Collections is taking an iconic photography collection out from our archives for the public to...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Shiley Special Events Suite
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Featured, Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In Recognition of Native American History Month

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

RB Chess Club

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Area - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to play chess? Do you already know how to play and are looking for the perfect place to play? Join us every Saturday for a fun game of chess with friends a...

Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Children's Area - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to play chess? Do you already know how to play and are looking for the perfect place to play? Join us every Saturday for a fun game of chess with friends at Rancho Bernardo Library!

 

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

Recycled Crafts!

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room - Mira Mesa at Mira Mesa Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join us in making a Recycled Art craft with Marta! No experience necessary and all supplies are provided. Online registration is  required. PLEASE NOTE: This class is for adul...

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

Join us in making a Recycled Art craft with Marta! No experience necessary and all supplies are provided. Online registration is  required.

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

Amantes de la Lectura. Novelas Hispano-Americanos en Español

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, En Español
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

If attending RSVP to tlampell21@gmail.com. The Amantes will be discussing La Viajera Nocturna by Armando Lucas Correa.

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Community Room - North University
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, En Español
Event Details:

If attending RSVP to tlampell21@gmail.com.

The Amantes will be discussing La Viajera Nocturna by Armando Lucas Correa.

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.

Video Presentation & Art Reception with Artist Don Strandberg

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest at Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Program Type:
Featured, Art
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Stop by the Mission Hills-Hillcrest Library’s Community Room to meet local artist Don Strandberg, see his current exhibit, and view a video presentation.     &nb...

Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Art
Event Details:

Stop by the Mission Hills-Hillcrest Library’s Community Room to meet local artist Don Strandberg, see his current exhibit, and view a video presentation.

 

 

 

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.

An Afternoon Showcase of Edward S. Curtis' "The North American Indian"

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Shiley Special Events Suite at Central Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Featured, Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

In Recognition of Native American History Month San Diego Public Library's Special Collections is taking an iconic photography collection out from our archives for the public to...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Shiley Special Events Suite
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Featured, Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In Recognition of Native American History Month

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Persian Music Concert in the Park

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Park Area - Kensington at Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us at the Kensington-Normal Heights Library for a Free Persian Music Concert in the park. The music will be jazz inspired with a Persian flair. There will be a mix of Eastern ...

Library Branch: Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Room: Park Area - Kensington
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Join us at the Kensington-Normal Heights Library for a Free Persian Music Concert in the park. The music will be jazz inspired with a Persian flair. There will be a mix of Eastern and Western Instruments. This is a monthly music series.

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

Saturday, November 16, 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!

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

Manga Tea Time

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen Area - Mira Mesa at Mira Mesa Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Do you like manga and anime? Join us every Saturday in the Teen’s Area of the Mira Mesa Library for fun activities and a chance to discuss your favorite titles with other fans! Ple...

Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Teen Area - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Do you like manga and anime? Join us every Saturday in the Teen’s Area of the Mira Mesa Library for fun activities and a chance to discuss your favorite titles with other fans!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Artist's Reception: Ed Whitmore

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor at Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Meet Ed Whitmore, whose Beauty Emerging from Decay is on exhibition in the Taylor Gallery from November 13, 2024 - January 9, 2025.   About the Exhibition: ...

Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Meet Ed Whitmore, whose Beauty Emerging from Decay is on exhibition in the Taylor Gallery from November 13, 2024 - January 9, 2025.  

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

Hangout Hub

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Accessibility, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Unwind, hang out, and meet friends at PQ library's new Hangout Hub! Drop-in for a friendly game with new friends or catch up with old ones while working on your latest craft.&...

Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Unwind, hang out, and meet friends at PQ library's new Hangout Hub! Drop-in for a friendly game with new friends or catch up with old ones while working on your latest craft.  

You can:

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

Chess Club

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

All levels of players are welcome. There will be instruction for beginners and opportunities for kids to play against other kids at their own level. Geared to Grades 1-5.

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

All levels of players are welcome. There will be instruction for beginners and opportunities for kids to play against other kids at their own level. Geared to Grades 1-5.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friends of the San Diego Public Library Monthly Book Sale

Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
University Heights Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Literature
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

The Friends of the San Diego Public Library will be hosting its next book sale at the University Heights Branch Library at 4193 Park Blvd (at Howard Ave), San Diego 92103. Enter at...

Library Branch: University Heights Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

The Friends of the San Diego Public Library will be hosting its next book sale at the University Heights Branch Library at 4193 Park Blvd (at Howard Ave), San Diego 92103. Enter at the Sprouts parking lot entrance.

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

Villa Musica -Violin Classes

Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:45pm
Community Room - City Heights/Weingart at City Heights/Weingart Library
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Violin classes with Villa Musica! Violin ages 7-9, 1:30 pm - 2:15 pm Violin ages 10-12, 2:15 pm - 3:00 pm Level 2, 3:00pm - 3:45pm RSVP is required. Villa Musica will l...

Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Community Room - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Violin classes with Villa Musica!

Violin ages 7-9, 1:30 pm - 2:15 pm

Violin ages 10-12, 2:15 pm - 3:00 pm

Level 2, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Autumn Concert Series - Hoover Mariachi, Mariachi Continental de San Diego

Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Black Box Theatre at City Heights Performance Annex
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us at the City Heights Performance Annex for another FREE series of concerts by local bands and musicians!  More info coming soon...

Library Branch: City Heights Performance Annex
Room: Black Box Theatre
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:

Join us at the City Heights Performance Annex for another FREE series of concerts by local bands and musicians! 

More info coming soon...

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Family Crafting & Games /Manualidades y Juegos Familiares

Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of crafting fun!  Supplies will be on hand for this regular drop in program so the whole family can create.  __________________...

Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Children's Area - Logan Heights
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of crafting fun!  Supplies will be on hand for this regular drop in program so the whole family can create. 

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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.

Sunday Board Game Cafe with Friends and Family

Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey at Point Loma/Hervey Library
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Gather with friends and family of all ages to explore modern and classic board games. Develop strategies and problem solving skills all while meeting new people and having fun. An ...

Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Room: Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Gather with friends and family of all ages to explore modern and classic board games. Develop strategies and problem solving skills all while meeting new people and having fun.

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 Hutchins Consort

Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Neil Morgan Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Featured, Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

  The Hutchins Consort Sunday, November 17, 2024 | 2:30 pm | Neil Morgan Auditorium    The Hutchins Consort is an innovative violin chamber ensemble wh...

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

 

The Hutchins Consort


Sunday, November 17, 2024 | 2:30 pm | Neil Morgan Auditorium

  

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Pleasure of Your Company - Rob Thorsen (Jazz)

Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Performing Arts