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Exploring Higher Education

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
OT - Community Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor at Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens

On the fence about college? Not sure what type of college would best fit your goals?

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: OT - Community Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

On the fence about college? Not sure what type of college would best fit your goals?

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

Mini Makers Market: Exploring Careers in Startup

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
MV - Community Room - Mission Valley at Mission Valley Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Create a mini business or product to "sell" at a fun pretend career fair.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: MV - Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Create a mini business or product to "sell" at a fun pretend career fair.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Preparing for College Applications: Personal Insight Questions

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch at Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens

Prepare for your college application! Learn the importance of the personal insight questions. Gain an understanding of the basic requirements, what to expect, and how to make yourself stand out and show your authentic self.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Room: PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Prepare for your college application! Learn the importance of the personal insight questions. Gain an understanding of the basic requirements, what to expect, and how to make yourself stand out and show your authentic self.

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

Work While You Learn: Exploring Apprenticeships

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
SK - Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults

Find out how apprenticeships and co-ops let you earn money while gaining skills and credentials.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: SK - Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Find out how apprenticeships and co-ops let you earn money while gaining skills and credentials.

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

Automotive Maintenance & Safety

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Oak Park Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU, Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults

Are you interested in learning more about how to care for and maintain an automobile? Join us in this informative session to develop a foundation on automotive maintenance and safety!

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU, Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Are you interested in learning more about how to care for and maintain an automobile? Join us in this informative session to develop a foundation on automotive maintenance and safety!

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

Project In A Box

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
BW - Community Room - Mountain View/Beckwourth at Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Program Includes Kit, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens

Get hands-on as you learn fundamental engineering topics and skills while putting together a fun project with family and friends. Project to be announced.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Room: BW - Community Room - Mountain View/Beckwourth
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: DiscoverU, Program Includes Kit, Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Get hands-on as you learn fundamental engineering topics and skills while putting together a fun project with family and friends. Project to be announced.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Trade Talk: The Power of Skilled Trades

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens

Discover the power of skilled trades and apprenticeships. No degree? No problem -- your career could start here.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Discover the power of skilled trades and apprenticeships. No degree? No problem -- your career could start here.

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

Stress Management & Meditation

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
VA - Community Room - Carmel Valley at Carmel Valley Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults

Discover how stress affects our bodies physically and mentally and participate in an optional meditation session. Join us in learning how to better manage our stress!

This is an in-person program. Registration is encouraged.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: VA - Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: DiscoverU, Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Discover how stress affects our bodies physically and mentally and participate in an optional meditation session. Join us in learning how to better manage our stress!

This is an in-person program. Registration is encouraged.

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

Healthy Cooking: Farm to Fork - Celebrating Earth Day!

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
SY - Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro at San Ysidro Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, DiscoverU, Wellness
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Join us to learn healthier eating and cooking habits with new recipes. From farm to fork ingredients, let's celebrate Earth Day together!

A program designed to promote more whole food and healthier options for everyday life. 

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: SY - Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Celebration Month, DiscoverU, Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Join us to learn healthier eating and cooking habits with new recipes. From farm to fork ingredients, let's celebrate Earth Day together!

A program designed to promote more whole food and healthier options for everyday life. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Cooking for Teens

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
Program Type:
Cultural Appreciation, DiscoverU, Wellness
Age Group:
Teens

Have you been wanting to try out new recipes from around the world? Join us in learning healthier cooking habits from different countries!

This is an in-person program. Registration is encouraged.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, DiscoverU, Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Have you been wanting to try out new recipes from around the world? Join us in learning healthier cooking habits from different countries!

This is an in-person program. Registration is encouraged.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Piñata Science

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
SK - Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Cultural Appreciation, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age

There's always fun to be had with piñatas! Join us to learn how piñatas are constructed, the different materials they're made of, and how it all affects the science of force. Participants will have the opportunity to make their own piñatas.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: SK - Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

There's always fun to be had with piñatas! Join us to learn how piñatas are constructed, the different materials they're made of, and how it all affects the science of force. Participants will have the opportunity to make their own piñatas.

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

Stress Management & Meditation

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch at Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults

Discover how stress affects our bodies physically and mentally and participate in an optional meditation session. Join us in learning how to better manage our stress!

This is an in-person program. Registration is encouraged.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Room: PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: DiscoverU, Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Discover how stress affects our bodies physically and mentally and participate in an optional meditation session. Join us in learning how to better manage our stress!

This is an in-person program. Registration is encouraged.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Navigating the College Application Process

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
MV - Community Room - Mission Valley at Mission Valley Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens

Know what to expect as you prepare for college! Get the details on how to approach the college application process, including the different types of applications, such as the UC, CSU, Common Application, and private college applications.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: MV - Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Know what to expect as you prepare for college! Get the details on how to approach the college application process, including the different types of applications, such as the UC, CSU, Common Application, and private college applications.

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

Piñata Science

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
MH - Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest at Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Program Type:
Cultural Appreciation, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

There's always fun to be had with piñatas! Join us to learn how piñatas are constructed, the different materials they're made of, and how it all affects the science of force. Participants will have the opportunity to make their own piñatas.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: MH - Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

There's always fun to be had with piñatas! Join us to learn how piñatas are constructed, the different materials they're made of, and how it all affects the science of force. Participants will have the opportunity to make their own piñatas.

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

Transitioning from High School to College

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LO - Gracia Molina de Pick & Richard Allen Pick Centro Cultural - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults

Get ready for college life! Know what to expect academically, socially, and personally when you get to college.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: LO - Gracia Molina de Pick & Richard Allen Pick Centro Cultural - Logan Heights
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Get ready for college life! Know what to expect academically, socially, and personally when you get to college.

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

FAFSA Frenzy: Understanding the Free Application for Federal Student Aid

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
SK - Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults

Getting ready for FAFSA and not sure where to start? Join us for step-to-step help for completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) -- what you need, what to watch for, and how to avoid mistakes.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: SK - Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Getting ready for FAFSA and not sure where to start? Join us for step-to-step help for completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) -- what you need, what to watch for, and how to avoid mistakes.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Squishy Circuits

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
NU - Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age

Explore the basics of electrical circuits! Through hands-on activities using components such as batteries, wires, and LEDs, inquisitive participants will investigate current, voltage, resistance in closed circuits.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: NU - Community Room - North University
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Explore the basics of electrical circuits! Through hands-on activities using components such as batteries, wires, and LEDs, inquisitive participants will investigate current, voltage, resistance in closed circuits.

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

Maximize Your Community College Experience

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LO - Gracia Molina de Pick & Richard Allen Pick Centro Cultural - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults

Stand out in community college! Learn how to make the most of your time before transferring to a 4-year institution.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: LO - Gracia Molina de Pick & Richard Allen Pick Centro Cultural - Logan Heights
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Stand out in community college! Learn how to make the most of your time before transferring to a 4-year institution.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Game Makers & Designers

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens

Love to play games? Explore the many careers that design video games and try your hand at designing your own!

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Love to play games? Explore the many careers that design video games and try your hand at designing your own!

This event is in the "Teens" group

SAT Test Prep (Session 2)

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
MX - Seminar Room (A-B) - Valencia Park/Malcolm X at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens

Get ready for the SAT!

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: MX - Seminar Room (A-B) - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Get ready for the SAT!

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Robot Ready: Careers for Techies

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
CM - Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch at Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Elementary School Age

For grades 3-6. Space is limited and reservations are required. Sign ups will start on March 30 at midnight for this FREE program.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Room: CM - Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

For grades 3-6. Space is limited and reservations are required. Sign ups will start on March 30 at midnight for this FREE program.

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

Study Smarter, Not Harder

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch at Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Wellness
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Learn brain-friendly tricks, note-taking tips and time management skills. A hands-on workshop using collaboration and emphasizing communication with each other. 

This is an in-person program. Registration is encouraged.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Room: PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Learn brain-friendly tricks, note-taking tips and time management skills. A hands-on workshop using collaboration and emphasizing communication with each other. 

This is an in-person program. Registration is encouraged.

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

Dare to Prepare: Teen Driver Safety

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
MV - Community Room - Mission Valley at Mission Valley Library
Program Type:
Featured, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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.

Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: MV - Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Featured, DiscoverU
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 "Elementary School Age" group

Piñata Science

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
OB - Children's Area - Ocean Beach at Ocean Beach Library
Program Type:
Cultural Appreciation, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age

There's always fun to be had with piñatas! Join us to learn how piñatas are constructed, the different materials they're made of, and how it all affects the science of force. Participants will have the opportunity to make their own piñatas.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library
Room: OB - Children's Area - Ocean Beach
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

There's always fun to be had with piñatas! Join us to learn how piñatas are constructed, the different materials they're made of, and how it all affects the science of force. Participants will have the opportunity to make their own piñatas.