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Teen Night: Holiday Party

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us as we ring in the holiday season with hot chocolate, music and crafts.  Build and decorate a lovely wooden ornament or holiday suncatcher for family or a friend. There...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Age Group: Teens
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join us as we ring in the holiday season with hot chocolate, music and crafts.  Build and decorate a lovely wooden ornament or holiday suncatcher for family or a friend.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

RB Chess Club

Saturday, December 7, 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.

Amantes de la Lectura. Novelas Hispano-Americanos en Español

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Seminar 2 - 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 Hijos de la fábula by Fernando Aramburu.

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Seminar 2 - 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 Hijos de la fábula by Fernando Aramburu.

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.

Holiday Crafts @ the IDEA Lab

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
IDEA Lab - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Come join us anytime between 2:00-4:00pm to create and take home custom items using the library's makerspace machines (laser cutter, silhouette cameo, dye sublimation, etc.). ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: IDEA Lab - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come join us anytime between 2:00-4:00pm to create and take home custom items using the library's makerspace machines (laser cutter, silhouette cameo, dye sublimation, etc.).

 

For ages 9+, or under with parental supervision.

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

Project In A Box: Solar Panel

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Program Type:
Online/Virtual, DiscoverU, Program Includes Kit, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Learn how to control the power of the sun! Create a solar panel circuit to power your own mini-home while exploring how solar panels work and how we can use them with other parts t...

Encouraged
Virtual Event
Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Online/Virtual, DiscoverU, Program Includes Kit, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to control the power of the sun! Create a solar panel circuit to power your own mini-home while exploring how solar panels work and how we can use them with other parts to create electricity.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Game Night

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - University Community at University Community Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for game night and play friendly tabletop board games like Ticket to Ride, Scrabble, Catan, Azul, Monopoly, and Uno.    

Library Branch: University Community Library
Room: Community Room - University Community
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Join us for game night and play friendly tabletop board games like Ticket to Ride, Scrabble, Catan, Azul, Monopoly, and Uno.

 

 

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

American History for Everyone with Richard Lederer

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest at Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Program Type:
Featured, Author Talk, Local Author
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Only 21% of Americans know which presidents are on Mount Rushmore, but more than half can name at least two members of the cartoon Simpson family. Richard Lederer has written Ameri...

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

Only 21% of Americans know which presidents are on Mount Rushmore, but more than half can name at least two members of the cartoon Simpson family.

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

Manga Tea Time

Saturday, December 7, 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.

Winter Concert

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Featured, Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for a free concert featuring a variety of music styles.  What better way to get in the spirit of the season than enjoying live music with family and friends?  Thi...

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Community Room - North University
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Celebration Month, Featured, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Join us for a free concert featuring a variety of music styles.  What better way to get in the spirit of the season than enjoying live music with family and friends?  This is an opportunity for young musicians to step into the spotlight

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

Chess Club

Saturday, December 7, 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 "Elementary School Age" group.

Villa Musica -Violin Classes

Sunday, December 8, 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.

Family Crafting & Games /Manualidades y Juegos Familiares

Sunday, December 8, 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.

FIRST Robotics: Intermediate Level

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Students ages 8-16 will engage in an exciting, hands-on robotics program to help them prepare to take part in First Lego League (FLL) or First Tech Challenge (FTC). The instructors...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Students ages 8-16 will engage in an exciting, hands-on robotics program to help them prepare to take part in First Lego League (FLL) or First Tech Challenge (FTC).

Serra Mesa Christmas Recital by Stanny Shiu

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa at Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Description of Event:

Family & Friends come join us for Christmas Recital. Students From Stanny Shiu Violin Studio will be playing Bach, Suzuki, Perlman, Beethoven, Gossec, Rieding, Vivaldi and Mozart. ...

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

Family & Friends come join us for Christmas Recital. Students From Stanny Shiu Violin Studio will be playing Bach, Suzuki, Perlman, Beethoven, Gossec, Rieding, Vivaldi and Mozart. Admission is free and open to the public.

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: San Diego Harmony Ringers

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shiley Special Events Suite at Central Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Featured, Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

  San Diego Harmony Ringers Sunday, December 8, 2024 | 2:30 pm | 9th floor Shiley Events Suite   "Celebrating the Holidays with Handbells"   ...

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, Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Event Details:

 

San Diego Harmony Ringers


Sunday, December 8, 2024 | 2:30 pm | 9th floor Shiley Events Suite

 

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

Sensory Storytime

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest at Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Every 2nd Monday of the Month at 10amFor Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilitiesLess Crowded EnvironmentStories, songs, activities, and more!Ear...

Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Accessibility, Literature
Event Details:
  • Every 2nd Monday of the Month at 10am
  • For Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities
  • Less Crowded Environment
  • Stories, songs,
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Tai Chi Moving for Better Balance

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
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 "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Digital Navigaton

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 11:30am - 3:30pm
Computer Lab - City Heights/Weingart at City Heights/Weingart Library
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Get help on the computers and with your digital devices from a Digital Navigator every Tuesday! They will be located in the computer lab and around the printer. Digital help offere...

Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Computer Lab - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Get help on the computers and with your digital devices from a Digital Navigator every Tuesday! They will be located in the computer lab and around the printer. Digital help offered in English, Spanish, and Tagalog. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friends of the Tierrasanta Branch Library's Used Book Sale!

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 11:30am - 6:00pm
Community Room - Tierrasanta at Tierrasanta Library
Program Type:
, Literature
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

The Friends of the Tierrasanta Branch Library is in full swing once again with their monthly used book sale! Come on in and see what we have and get great bargains. We will be...

Library Branch: Tierrasanta Library
Room: Community Room - Tierrasanta
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: , Literature
Event Details:

The Friends of the Tierrasanta Branch Library is in full swing once again with their monthly used book sale! Come on in and see what we have and get great bargains. We will be here 3 days at 4985 La Cuenta Drive San Diego, CA 92124

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

Dance Pants

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 11:45am - 12:15pm
Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary-school age kids, this simple dance program will feature popular songs. Families, it’s time to get your groove on!

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

Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary-school age kids, this simple dance program will feature popular songs. Families, it’s time to get your groove on!

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

Bridge Club

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 11:45am - 2:00pm
Community Room - Carmel Valley at Carmel Valley Library
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Every Monday, join us for a friendly game of bridge. All adults are invited to participate using Party Bridge rules. Beginners welcome! Instructions will be provided.

Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Every Monday, join us for a friendly game of bridge. All adults are invited to participate using Party Bridge rules. Beginners welcome! Instructions will be provided.

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

Chair Yoga for Adults

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Patio - Mountain View/Beckwourth at Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Beginner adult chair yoga to help with relaxation, stretching and gentle movements. 

Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Room: Patio - Mountain View/Beckwourth
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Beginner adult chair yoga to help with relaxation, stretching and gentle movements. 

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

Body Dynamics, by San Diego Continuing Education

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Community Room - Mission Valley at Mission Valley Library
Program Type:
Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

This class provides students with an understanding of the Breath-Mind-Body dynamic and its relationship to health and wellness during the aging process.  Students learn breath...

Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

This class provides students with an understanding of the Breath-Mind-Body dynamic and its relationship to health and wellness during the aging process.  Students learn breathing techniques for self-care, mental resilience, and physical relax

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

Mindful Meditation

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Wellness
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Mindful meditation can help lower heart rate, respiration, blood pressure, and stress.  Instructors from the Healthy Adventures Foundation will lead participants in meditative...

Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

Mindful meditation can help lower heart rate, respiration, blood pressure, and stress.  Instructors from the Healthy Adventures Foundation will lead participants in meditative breathing, a contract/relax exercise, and guided imagery.  At