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Afternoon Crafting

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 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.

 

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Anime Club

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - Tierrasanta at Tierrasanta Library
Program Type:
Cultural Appreciation, Films
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

🌟 Step into the mesmerizing world of anime at our teen Anime Club! Wednesdays at 4:00 pm! 🌟   Calling all teens ages 13-18! Embark on an epic journey with us as we ...

Library Branch: Tierrasanta Library
Room: Community Room - Tierrasanta
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Films
Event Details:

🌟 Step into the mesmerizing world of anime at our teen Anime Club! Wednesdays at 4:00 pm! 🌟

 

Block

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 7:30pm - 8:00pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Closing
Branches:
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library

New Year's Day

All Day
SDPL Virtual Branch, Central Library, Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library, Balboa Library, Carmel Mountain Ranch Library, Carmel Valley Library, City Heights/Weingart Library, City Heights Performance Annex, Clairemont Library, College-Rolando Library, Kensington-Normal Heights Library, La Jolla/Riford Library, Linda Vista Library, Logan Heights Library, Mira Mesa Library, Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library, Mission Valley Library, Mountain View/Beckwourth Library, North Clairemont Library, North Park Library, North University Community Library, Oak Park Library, Ocean Beach Library, Otay Mesa-Nestor Library, Pacific Beach/Taylor Library, Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024), Paradise Hills Library, Point Loma/Hervey Library, Rancho Bernardo Library, Rancho Peñasquitos, San Carlos Library, San Ysidro Library, Scripps Miramar Ranch Library, Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library, Skyline Hills Library, Tierrasanta Library, University Community Library, University Heights Library, Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library, Outreach

Closed for Holiday

Closing
Branches:
SDPL Virtual Branch, Central Library, Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library, Balboa Library, Carmel Mountain Ranch Library, Carmel Valley Library, City Heights/Weingart Library, City Heights Performance Annex, Clairemont Library, College-Rolando Library, Kensington-Normal Heights Library, La Jolla/Riford Library, Linda Vista Library, Logan Heights Library, Mira Mesa Library, Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library, Mission Valley Library, Mountain View/Beckwourth Library, North Clairemont Library, North Park Library, North University Community Library, Oak Park Library, Ocean Beach Library, Otay Mesa-Nestor Library, Pacific Beach/Taylor Library, Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024), Paradise Hills Library, Point Loma/Hervey Library, Rancho Bernardo Library, Rancho Peñasquitos, San Carlos Library, San Ysidro Library, Scripps Miramar Ranch Library, Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library, Skyline Hills Library, Tierrasanta Library, University Community Library, University Heights Library, Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library, Outreach
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Closed for Holiday

Block

Thursday, January 1, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:00pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Closing
Branches:
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Luan Storytime

Preschool Storytime with Mr. Luan (IN-PERSON)

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Literature, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Preschoolers
Event Details:

These Storytimes, good for kids ages 4 to 6, are fun, kinetic, and humorous experiences!  I make it a point not just to read books, but to perform them as well! And on the sid...

Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature, Performing Arts
Event Details:

These Storytimes, good for kids ages 4 to 6, are fun, kinetic, and humorous experiences!  I make it a point not just to read books, but to perform them as well!

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Friends of the Linda Vista Library Meeting (in Person)

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Want to help the Linda Vista Library and the great community it serves?  The Friends of the Linda Vista Library could always use an additional helping hand!  Come to the ...

Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Want to help the Linda Vista Library and the great community it serves?  The Friends of the Linda Vista Library could always use an additional helping hand!  Come to the Meeting and discover how you too can make a significant difference!

Mindful Meditation

Monday, January 5, 2026 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

Chair Yoga

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 11:45am - 12:15pm
Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa at Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Community Engagement, Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Work on your flexibility, strength building and quiet your mind with functional movement practice. Participate at your own ability. Wear flexible clothing and bring any preferred y...

Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Room: Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

Work on your flexibility, strength building and quiet your mind with functional movement practice. Participate at your own ability. Wear flexible clothing and bring any preferred yoga equipment.

Crafts

Crafts for Kids with Mr. Luan

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Stretch your imagination and discover the artist within you've always known existed! Create fabulous crafts! In this program, get detailed instructions on how to make a craft you'l...

Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Stretch your imagination and discover the artist within you've always known existed! Create fabulous crafts! In this program, get detailed instructions on how to make a craft you'll be able to take home!

Mira Mesa Town Council Meeting

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Community Room - Mira Mesa at Mira Mesa Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Event Details:

The Mira Mesa Town Council meets on the first Monday of every month with two exceptions: no meeting in July; and the second Monday if the first Monday is a holiday.  

Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Community Room - Mira Mesa
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

The Mira Mesa Town Council meets on the first Monday of every month with two exceptions: no meeting in July; and the second Monday if the first Monday is a holiday.  

cartoon storytime

Storytime

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Program Type:
Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Join us in the library's spacious community room where we can all safely space out for a Storytime with Miss Melissa or Miss Jennifer appropriate for preschoolers. This Storytime r...

Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

Join us in the library's spacious community room where we can all safely space out for a Storytime with Miss Melissa or Miss Jennifer appropriate for preschoolers.

Basket with yarn and knitting needles

Knit One, Crochet Too

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Oliver McMillan I CAN! Center (1st Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Beginners always welcome. We supply the materials. Individuals with visual impairment and the hard of hearing are encouraged to attend!

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Oliver McMillan I CAN! Center (1st Floor)
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Beginners always welcome. We supply the materials. Individuals with visual impairment and the hard of hearing are encouraged to attend!

Block

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:00pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Closing
Branches:
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
kids playing with blocks

Stay & Play Storytime

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Ocean Beach Library
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Join Ms. Camille and Ms. Melissa every Thursday at the OB Rec Center for storytime and free play for children 0 to 5 years old. Each week children will have the opportunity to expl...

Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Early Learning
Event Details:

Join Ms. Camille and Ms. Melissa every Thursday at the OB Rec Center for storytime and free play for children 0 to 5 years old. Each week children will have the opportunity to explore and socialize and so will their caregivers!

Fun & Games for Seniors

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Open to the public and are free of charge. Play variety board games.

Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Open to the public and are free of charge. Play variety board games.

Block

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:00pm
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Closing
Branches:
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library

Village Quilters

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 9:30am - 1:00pm
Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

All ages Everyone is welcomes

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

All ages

Everyone is welcomes

Pop-up Book Sale

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Seminar Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Great bargain used books

Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Seminar Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Great bargain used books

Luan Storytime

Preschool Storytime with Mr. Luan (IN-PERSON)

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Literature, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Preschoolers
Event Details:

These Storytimes, good for kids ages 4 to 6, are fun, kinetic, and humorous experiences!  I make it a point not just to read books, but to perform them as well! And on the sid...

Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature, Performing Arts
Event Details:

These Storytimes, good for kids ages 4 to 6, are fun, kinetic, and humorous experiences!  I make it a point not just to read books, but to perform them as well!

community Plant Sap

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
City Heights/Weingart Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Event Details Join us for Community Plant Swap! Bring your plant cuttings, seedlings, surplus harvest or plants that need a new home to swap with other gardeners. All types o...

Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Event Details

Join us for Community Plant Swap!

Mindful Meditation

Monday, January 12, 2026 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

Chair Yoga

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 11:45am - 12:15pm
Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa at Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Community Engagement, Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Work on your flexibility, strength building and quiet your mind with functional movement practice. Participate at your own ability. Wear flexible clothing and bring any preferred y...

Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Room: Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

Work on your flexibility, strength building and quiet your mind with functional movement practice. Participate at your own ability. Wear flexible clothing and bring any preferred yoga equipment.

Crafts

Crafts for Kids with Mr. Luan

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Stretch your imagination and discover the artist within you've always known existed! Create fabulous crafts! In this program, get detailed instructions on how to make a craft you'l...

Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Stretch your imagination and discover the artist within you've always known existed! Create fabulous crafts! In this program, get detailed instructions on how to make a craft you'll be able to take home!