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Game Studio

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Dive into how games are made! Work together to explore the different aspects of game development and the unique tools each role uses. While artists develop graphics and animations,...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Dive into how games are made! Work together to explore the different aspects of game development and the unique tools each role uses.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Social and Emotional Needs and Stress Reduction

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Library NExT
Age Group:
All Ages, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Event Details:

Parent and Caregiver Education: Socioemotional Needs and Stress Reduction offers parents a foundational understanding of emotional development over the lifespan and its connection ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: DiscoverU, Library NExT
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Parent and Caregiver Education: Socioemotional Needs and Stress Reduction offers parents a foundational understanding of emotional development over the lifespan and its connection to brain development, learning and memory.

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

Eclipse

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Music Room - Valencia Park/Malcolm X at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Did you observe Solar Eclipse 2024? Are you fascinated by Earth's celestial events? Join us for this workshop, where you can explore the evolution of the science that led to the cu...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Music Room - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Did you observe Solar Eclipse 2024? Are you fascinated by Earth's celestial events?

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

Exploring the Science of Harry Potter

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro at San Ysidro Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Did you know a lot of the magic in the world of Harry Potter is rooted in real science? Explore how the Harry Potter books and movies reflect concepts in genetics, chemistry, herbo...

Encouraged
Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Did you know a lot of the magic in the world of Harry Potter is rooted in real science? Explore how the Harry Potter books and movies reflect concepts in genetics, chemistry, herbology, and more.

This is an in-person workshop.

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

Gorging on Geology

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Desserts meet geology in this delicious scientific mash-up! Students will learn about rocks and minerals while making yummy treats (for instance, sugar crystals) inspired by Earth’...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Desserts meet geology in this delicious scientific mash-up! Students will learn about rocks and minerals while making yummy treats (for instance, sugar crystals) inspired by Earth’s inner layers.

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

Demystifying the College Admissions Process | Library NExT: PACE

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU, Library NExT
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Event Details:

Thinking about college? Learn how to navigate the college admissions process in this course! The course will cover a variety of topics, including financial aid, choosing a major, a...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU, Library NExT
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Thinking about college? Learn how to navigate the college admissions process in this course! The course will cover a variety of topics, including financial aid, choosing a major, and determining which college best fits your goals. 

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

Pirate Science | Library NExT

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Ahoy! Life as a pirate isn’t just rough and rugged – it requires scientific ingenuity. In this class, students will learn about the traditional suite of nautical arts, including ce...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Ahoy! Life as a pirate isn’t just rough and rugged – it requires scientific ingenuity.

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

Animation and Video Game Design Using Scratch | Library NExT

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch at Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Make zombies, princesses and flying carpets come to life as you develop your own online game! Using Scratch software, you will learn about character and storyboard design as you us...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Make zombies, princesses and flying carpets come to life as you develop your own online game! Using Scratch software, you will learn about character and storyboard design as you use basic animation to design games.

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

Viruses: Zombies of Biology | Library NExT

Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area - Clairemont at Clairemont Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Middle School Age
Event Details:

What do vampires, zombies, and viruses all have in common? Learn about some of the world's most interesting (and dangerous) diseases, how they are transmitted, and why some of them...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Clairemont Library
Room: Children's Area - Clairemont
Age Group: Middle School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

What do vampires, zombies, and viruses all have in common? Learn about some of the world's most interesting (and dangerous) diseases, how they are transmitted, and why some of them are so harmful to the human body.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adolescent Brain & Behavior | Library NExT: PACE

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Emerging Adults, Adults
Event Details:

Dive into the fascinating and complex world of pre-teen and teenage development! This program provides a deep understanding of how the adolescent brain evolves and how these change...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: All Ages, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Dive into the fascinating and complex world of pre-teen and teenage development! This program provides a deep understanding of how the adolescent brain evolves and how these changes influence behavior, emotions, and social interactions.

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

Squid Dissection | Library NExT

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro at San Ysidro Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Things may get a little inky as students work together to dissect a real squid. Students will develop scientific research skills as they learn about squids and other animals that m...

Encouraged
Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Things may get a little inky as students work together to dissect a real squid. Students will develop scientific research skills as they learn about squids and other animals that make their homes in ocean ecosystems.

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

Earthquakes in Your Backyard | Library NExT

Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey at Point Loma/Hervey Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Examine the geologic activity happening all around you! Examine Southern California's fault systems and look at recent earthquake activity using online tools from the US Geological...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Room: Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Examine the geologic activity happening all around you! Examine Southern California's fault systems and look at recent earthquake activity using online tools from the US Geological Survey.

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

Pirate Science | Library NExT

Friday, August 23, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - City Heights/Weingart at City Heights/Weingart Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Ahoy! Life as a pirate isn’t just rough and rugged – it requires scientific ingenuity. In this class, students will learn about the traditional suite of nautical arts, including ce...

Encouraged
Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Community Room - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Ahoy! Life as a pirate isn’t just rough and rugged – it requires scientific ingenuity.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Admit One: SAT Test Prep | Library NExT

Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU, Library NExT
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Let San Diego Public Library and UC San Diego Extended Studies assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college! Gage your readiness with grade pre-tests and ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU, Library NExT
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Details:

Let San Diego Public Library and UC San Diego Extended Studies assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college! Gage your readiness with grade pre-tests and post-tests.

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

Virtual Disney Style: Act, Sing, Stretch | Library NExT

Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Program Type:
Online/Virtual, DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Want to learn how singers and actors get ready for the spotlight? You’ll discover how to use active vocal warm-ups, physical stretches and tongue twisters to loosen up before actin...

Encouraged
Virtual Event
Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Online/Virtual, DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Want to learn how singers and actors get ready for the spotlight? You’ll discover how to use active vocal warm-ups, physical stretches and tongue twisters to loosen up before acting out familiar movie scenes and songs. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Admit One: SAT Test Prep

Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU, Library NExT
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Let San Diego Public Library and UC San Diego Extended Studies assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college! Gage your readiness with grade pre-tests and ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU, Library NExT
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Details:

Let San Diego Public Library and UC San Diego Extended Studies assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college! Gage your readiness with grade pre-tests and post-tests.

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

Rocket Science | Library NExT

Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Get ready to explore current rocket science and rocket design. The class will culminate in the creation and launch of a testable paper rocket model. Earth-bound space exploration h...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Library NExT, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Get ready to explore current rocket science and rocket design. The class will culminate in the creation and launch of a testable paper rocket model. Earth-bound space exploration has never been so fun!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Admit One: SAT Test Prep

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU, Library NExT
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Let San Diego Public Library and UC San Diego Extended Studies assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college! Gage your readiness with grade pre-tests and ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU, Library NExT
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Details:

Let San Diego Public Library and UC San Diego Extended Studies assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college! Gage your readiness with grade pre-tests and post-tests.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Admit One: SAT Test Prep

Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU, Library NExT
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Let San Diego Public Library and UC San Diego Extended Studies assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college! Gage your readiness with grade pre-tests and ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU, Library NExT
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Details:

Let San Diego Public Library and UC San Diego Extended Studies assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college! Gage your readiness with grade pre-tests and post-tests.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Admit One: SAT Test Prep

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU, Library NExT
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Let San Diego Public Library and UC San Diego Extended Studies assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college! Gage your readiness with grade pre-tests and ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU, Library NExT
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Details:

Let San Diego Public Library and UC San Diego Extended Studies assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college! Gage your readiness with grade pre-tests and post-tests.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Admit One: SAT Test Prep

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU, Library NExT
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Let San Diego Public Library and UC San Diego Extended Studies assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college! Gage your readiness with grade pre-tests and ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU, Library NExT
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Details:

Let San Diego Public Library and UC San Diego Extended Studies assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college! Gage your readiness with grade pre-tests and post-tests.