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

Blow Cart Beach

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room - Mountain View/Beckwourth at Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Join the excitement as you design and build your very own wind-powered car! Using engineering skills and creative thinking, you’ll craft a beach cart with sails to harness the ocea...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Room: Community Room - Mountain View/Beckwourth
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join the excitement as you design and build your very own wind-powered car! Using engineering skills and creative thinking, you’ll craft a beach cart with sails to harness the ocean breeze.

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

Spin, Pop, Boom

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us for this action-packed science show! Explore physical and chemical reactions using fire, foam, and music. Experience endothermic reactions that produce shivering results an...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us for this action-packed science show! Explore physical and chemical reactions using fire, foam, and music. Experience endothermic reactions that produce shivering results and exothermic reactions like elephant toothpaste.

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

Automobile Design

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Community Room - Mira Mesa at Mira Mesa Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Get your imagination flowing and explore the fascinating automobile engineering and design field! You will go on an enlightening adventure that explores the many parts that go into...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Community Room - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Get your imagination flowing and explore the fascinating automobile engineering and design field! You will go on an enlightening adventure that explores the many parts that go into making an automobile work.

This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.

Finance & Budgeting

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Community Room - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Emerging Adults
Event Details:

Join us to empower your financial decision-making! This workshop will with financial literacy by examining a sample pay stub and interpreting its different sections; understan...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Community Room - Logan Heights
Age Group: Emerging Adults
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us to empower your financial decision-making!

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

Sun and Stars

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - Mountain View/Beckwourth at Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

This stellar program is your ticket to the stars! Watch star dust burn, and journey through a soapy galaxy as you investigate the life cycle of stars! Use your Cosmic Disk to explo...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Room: Community Room - Mountain View/Beckwourth
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

This stellar program is your ticket to the stars! Watch star dust burn, and journey through a soapy galaxy as you investigate the life cycle of stars! Use your Cosmic Disk to explore the constellations! NASA approved program.

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

Kitchen Science

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room - Mira Mesa at Mira Mesa Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Explore the wonders of chemistry, physics, biology, and math using common kitchen items. This course offers hands-on experiments that turn your kitchen into a lab where learning me...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Community Room - Mira Mesa
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Explore the wonders of chemistry, physics, biology, and math using common kitchen items. This course offers hands-on experiments that turn your kitchen into a lab where learning meets fun!

This is an in-person program.

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

Super STEAMio

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join the exciting Super STEAMio adventure as students explore potential and kinetic energy, elasticity, and engineering design. The mission? Create a Super STEAMio game course to h...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join the exciting Super STEAMio adventure as students explore potential and kinetic energy, elasticity, and engineering design. The mission?

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

Grocery Shopping

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Reading Area - Paradise Hills at Paradise Hills Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults
Event Details:

Learn to shop smarter and save money with our workshop on Grocery Shopping. Discover tips on portion sizes, couponing, end cap deals, and more. Explore healthy eating on a budget a...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library
Room: Reading Area - Paradise Hills
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Learn to shop smarter and save money with our workshop on Grocery Shopping. Discover tips on portion sizes, couponing, end cap deals, and more. Explore healthy eating on a budget and effective weekly food planning strategies.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Emotional Wellness

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - Mira Mesa at Mira Mesa Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Explore holistic lifestyle strategies to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression symptoms. Learn practical, everyday techniques through hands-on demonstrations to enhance your emoti...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: Community Room - Mira Mesa
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Explore holistic lifestyle strategies to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression symptoms. Learn practical, everyday techniques through hands-on demonstrations to enhance your emotional well-being.

This is an in-person program.

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

Kitchen Science

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Middle School Age
Event Details:

Explore the wonders of chemistry, physics, biology, and math using common kitchen items. This course offers hands-on experiments that turn your kitchen into a lab where learning me...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Middle School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Explore the wonders of chemistry, physics, biology, and math using common kitchen items. This course offers hands-on experiments that turn your kitchen into a lab where learning meets fun!

This is an in-person program.

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

Food Art

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Performing Arts Center & Multi-Purpose Room at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join a fun-filled class where kids blend creativity and culinary skills! This course encourages young chefs to express their artistry through delicious, colorful, and imaginative d...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Performing Arts Center & Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join a fun-filled class where kids blend creativity and culinary skills! This course encourages young chefs to express their artistry through delicious, colorful, and imaginative dishes.

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

Seed Starting for Kids

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro at San Ysidro Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting event all about exploring the fascinating world of plant lifespans and how to kickstart your very own plant-raising journey! We'll dive into the life c...

Encouraged
Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting event all about exploring the fascinating world of plant lifespans and how to kickstart your very own plant-raising journey! We'll dive into the life cycles of various plants, from sprouting seeds to blooming beauties,

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

Butter, Buttermilk, and Jam Cooking Demo

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor at Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Join us on this culinary adventure where health meets indulgence. With each lesson, we’ll dive deeper into seasonal produce, whole grain varieties, and innovative cooking technique...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Community Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us on this culinary adventure where health meets indulgence.

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

Spin, Pop, Boom

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor at Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Join us for this action-packed science show! Explore physical and chemical reactions using fire, foam, and music. Experience endothermic reactions that produce shivering results an...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Community Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us for this action-packed science show! Explore physical and chemical reactions using fire, foam, and music. Experience endothermic reactions that produce shivering results and exothermic reactions like elephant toothpaste.

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

Slimetrepreneur Store

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Community Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor at Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Ready to turn your slime obsession into a creative business adventure? In this fun-filled workshop, kids will learn about inspiring SLIMEtrepreneurs, like YouTube star Carina Garci...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Community Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Ready to turn your slime obsession into a creative business adventure? In this fun-filled workshop, kids will learn about inspiring SLIMEtrepreneurs, like YouTube star Carina Garcia, and dive into the world of target marketing.

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

Super STEAMio

Saturday, June 7, 2025 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:

Join the exciting Super STEAMio adventure as students explore potential and kinetic energy, elasticity, and engineering design. The mission? Create a Super STEAMio game course to h...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join the exciting Super STEAMio adventure as students explore potential and kinetic energy, elasticity, and engineering design. The mission?

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

Game Jam 2025 (South)

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Program Type:
Featured, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Dive into the world of video games at the San Diego Public Library’s 3rd annual Game Jam! Learn the basics of game development and design, then collaborate in teams to build your o...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Dive into the world of video games at the San Diego Public Library’s 3rd annual Game Jam! Learn the basics of game development and design, then collaborate in teams to build your own game using Godot, RenPy, or Scratch.

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

Game Jam 2025 (South)

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Program Type:
Featured, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Dive into the world of video games at the San Diego Public Library’s 3rd annual Game Jam! Learn the basics of game development and design, then collaborate in teams to build your o...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Dive into the world of video games at the San Diego Public Library’s 3rd annual Game Jam! Learn the basics of game development and design, then collaborate in teams to build your own game using Godot, RenPy, or Scratch.

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

Game Jam 2025 (South)

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Program Type:
Featured, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Dive into the world of video games at the San Diego Public Library’s 3rd annual Game Jam! Learn the basics of game development and design, then collaborate in teams to build your o...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Dive into the world of video games at the San Diego Public Library’s 3rd annual Game Jam! Learn the basics of game development and design, then collaborate in teams to build your own game using Godot, RenPy, or Scratch.

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

Game Jam 2025 (South)

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Program Type:
Featured, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Dive into the world of video games at the San Diego Public Library’s 3rd annual Game Jam! Learn the basics of game development and design, then collaborate in teams to build your o...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Dive into the world of video games at the San Diego Public Library’s 3rd annual Game Jam! Learn the basics of game development and design, then collaborate in teams to build your own game using Godot, RenPy, or Scratch.

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

Game Jam 2025 (South)

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Program Type:
Featured, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Dive into the world of video games at the San Diego Public Library’s 3rd annual Game Jam! Learn the basics of game development and design, then collaborate in teams to build your o...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Dive into the world of video games at the San Diego Public Library’s 3rd annual Game Jam! Learn the basics of game development and design, then collaborate in teams to build your own game using Godot, RenPy, or Scratch.

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

Spin, Pop, Boom

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - Mountain View/Beckwourth at Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Join us for this action-packed science show! Explore physical and chemical reactions using fire, foam, and music. Experience endothermic reactions that produce shivering results an...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Room: Community Room - Mountain View/Beckwourth
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for this action-packed science show! Explore physical and chemical reactions using fire, foam, and music. Experience endothermic reactions that produce shivering results and exothermic reactions like elephant toothpaste.

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

Dare to Prepare

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Multi-Media Room - Valencia Park/Malcolm X at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Gear up for driving success with our interactive workshop, perfect for pre-permit teenagers and their parents! Explore essential topics like Graduated Driver Licensing, selecting a...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Multi-Media Room - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DiscoverU
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Gear up for driving success with our interactive workshop, perfect for pre-permit teenagers and their parents! Explore essential topics like Graduated Driver Licensing, selecting a safe vehicle, and choosing the right driving school.

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

Game Jam 2025 (South)

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Program Type:
Featured, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Dive into the world of video games at the San Diego Public Library’s 3rd annual Game Jam! Learn the basics of game development and design, then collaborate in teams to build your o...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Dive into the world of video games at the San Diego Public Library’s 3rd annual Game Jam! Learn the basics of game development and design, then collaborate in teams to build your own game using Godot, RenPy, or Scratch.