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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.

Mt. Vesuvius Eruption

Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Journey back to ancient Pompeii! Explore the catastrophic volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius and learn strategies for preparing for modern day volcanic events. This is an in-pe...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Journey back to ancient Pompeii! Explore the catastrophic volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius and learn strategies for preparing for modern day volcanic events.

This is an in-person program.

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

Work Etiquette & Professionalism

Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Computer Lab at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults
Event Details:

Make a good impression at your workplace! Learn the basics of professionalism, personal grooming and dress code, and how to self-advocate. Soft skills, technology use, phone etique...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Make a good impression at your workplace! Learn the basics of professionalism, personal grooming and dress code, and how to self-advocate.

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 "Elementary School Age" group.

Ta-Da!: The Science of Magic

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Prepare to be amazed! Explore how magicians use the principles of science to develop illusions, make paper disappear into thin air, create balls of water, and pull a (stuffed) rabb...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Community Room - Logan Heights
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Prepare to be amazed! Explore how magicians use the principles of science to develop illusions, make paper disappear into thin air, create balls of water, and pull a (stuffed) rabbit out of a hat!

This is an in-person program.

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

Life Paths: Plan Your Future

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults
Event Details:

Success comes in various forms and doesn't follow a one-size-fits-all formula. Explore the advantages and disadvantages of different routes to success, including college, trade sch...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Success comes in various forms and doesn't follow a one-size-fits-all formula. Explore the advantages and disadvantages of different routes to success, including college, trade school, military service, and unconventional career paths.

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 "Elementary School Age" group.

Ta-Da!: The Science of Magic

Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Discovery Corner - Denny Sanford Children's Library at Central Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Prepare to be amazed! Explore how magicians use the principles of science to develop illusions, make paper disappear into thin air, create balls of water, and pull a (stuffed) rabb...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Discovery Corner - Denny Sanford Children's Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Prepare to be amazed! Explore how magicians use the principles of science to develop illusions, make paper disappear into thin air, create balls of water, and pull a (stuffed) rabbit out of a hat!

This is an in-person program.

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.