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The Focused Fiction Writing Group

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
PR - IDEA Lab - Pacific Highlands Ranch at Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Literature
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

San Diego Writers Ink welcomes Fiction writers at any stage to join the Fiction Focused Writing Group located inside the Pacific Highlands Ranch Library.

Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Room: PR - IDEA Lab - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

San Diego Writers Ink welcomes Fiction writers at any stage to join the Fiction Focused Writing Group located inside the Pacific Highlands Ranch Library.

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

American Literary Heroes Series: Emily Dickinson

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
UH - Children's Area - University Heights at University Heights Library
Program Type:
Featured, Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Literature, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

American Literary Heroes, presented by Write Out Loud is a unique program highlighting four iconic American writers who have left a lasting impact on the social consciousness of the United States, as well as across the globe.

Library Branch: University Heights Library
Room: UH - Children's Area - University Heights
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Literature, Performing Arts
Event Details:

American Literary Heroes, presented by Write Out Loud is a unique program highlighting four iconic American writers who have left a lasting impact on the social consciousness of the United States, as well as across the globe.

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

Adult Craft Night at Logan Heights: Hand Stitched Card

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
LO - Gracia Molina de Pick & Richard Allen Pick Centro Cultural - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Adults, join us for a fun-filled hour of crafting. On Tuesday, May 5th from 6:30pm until 7:30pm, participants will create a hand-stitched card featuring a flower. All materials will be provided- Just bring your creativity!

Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: LO - Gracia Molina de Pick & Richard Allen Pick Centro Cultural - Logan Heights
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Adults, join us for a fun-filled hour of crafting. On Tuesday, May 5th from 6:30pm until 7:30pm, participants will create a hand-stitched card featuring a flower. All materials will be provided- Just bring your creativity!

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

Off-Beat Book Club

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ocean Beach Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Literature
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

OBCeans deserve a book club that's a little bit quirky, just like they are! Join us on the first Tuesday of the month for a lively discussion of books that might not otherwise be on your radar.

Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

OBCeans deserve a book club that's a little bit quirky, just like they are! Join us on the first Tuesday of the month for a lively discussion of books that might not otherwise be on your radar.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

City Heights Town Council Meeting

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
CT - Community Room - City Heights/Weingart at City Heights/Weingart Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
All Ages

City Heights Town Council Meeting. Public meeting for anyone living in City Heights. 

Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: CT - Community Room - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

City Heights Town Council Meeting. Public meeting for anyone living in City Heights. 

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Dance Pants Party!

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
NC - Main Area - North Clairemont at North Clairemont Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Early Learning, Wellness
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

Need to occupy your little one on Wednesday mornings? Come join us for our weekly Dance Pants party!

Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Room: NC - Main Area - North Clairemont
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Learning, Wellness
Event Details:

Need to occupy your little one on Wednesday mornings? Come join us for our weekly Dance Pants party!

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Rhythm and Movement

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
OB - Children's Area - Ocean Beach at Ocean Beach Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

In this highly interactive, music-based storytime program, children have the opportunity to make music, learn beats, and dance and move to the sounds. All ages are welcome to attend.

Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library
Room: OB - Children's Area - Ocean Beach
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

In this highly interactive, music-based storytime program, children have the opportunity to make music, learn beats, and dance and move to the sounds. All ages are welcome to attend.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Genealogy Research: Meet with our volunteer genealogist 10am to Noon

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
AC - Genealogy Table in Marilyn & Gene Marx Special Collections Center (9th Floor) - Central at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
All Ages

For those contemplating constructing a family tree, as well as for experienced genealogy researchers.

Volunteers are there to help guide you in your research.

No appointment necessary. First come, first served.

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Genealogy Table in Marilyn & Gene Marx Special Collections Center (9th Floor) - Central
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

For those contemplating constructing a family tree, as well as for experienced genealogy researchers.

Volunteers are there to help guide you in your research.

No appointment necessary. First come, first served.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Dance Pants Party

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
MV - Community Room - Mission Valley at Mission Valley Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

Recommended for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, this simple dance program will feature songs such as "The Wheels on the Bus," "Baby Shark," and more. Families, it’s time to get your groove on!

Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: MV - Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Learning
Event Details:

Recommended for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, this simple dance program will feature songs such as "The Wheels on the Bus," "Baby Shark," and more. Families, it’s time to get your groove on!

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Toddler Story Time in the Park

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
KN - Park Area - Kensington at Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Early Learning, Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

Toddler Story Time in Kensington Park will be held at 10:30am. There will be stories, songs, and bubbles! Join the fun!

Library Branch: Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Room: KN - Park Area - Kensington
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Learning, Literature
Event Details:

Toddler Story Time in Kensington Park will be held at 10:30am. There will be stories, songs, and bubbles! Join the fun!

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

CERT | Easy Steps to Preparedness: How You Can Help

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
RP - Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

When the disasters hit, sometimes we are the first responders who can help make a difference. Help keep your neighbors and yourself safe during and after a disaster.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Room: RP - Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

When the disasters hit, sometimes we are the first responders who can help make a difference. Help keep your neighbors and yourself safe during and after a disaster.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Villa Musica - Music Classes

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:15pm
CT - Community Room - City Heights/Weingart at City Heights/Weingart Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age

Free music classes for kids by Villa Musica!

Early Childhood Music, ages 0-4, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Music Adventures, ages 5-6, 12:30 - 1:15pm 

Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: CT - Community Room - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Free music classes for kids by Villa Musica!

Early Childhood Music, ages 0-4, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Music Adventures, ages 5-6, 12:30 - 1:15pm 

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

Digital Navigation

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:30am - 3:15pm
City Heights/Weingart Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Career & College, Citizenship and Immigration, Community Engagement
Age Group:
All Ages, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Get help on the computers and with your digital devices from a Digital Navigator every Wednesday! 

Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Age Group: All Ages, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Career & College, Citizenship and Immigration, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Get help on the computers and with your digital devices from a Digital Navigator every Wednesday! 

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Gardening Exchange

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
PB - Cass Street Plaza - Pacific Beach/Taylor at Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Wellness
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Stop and Swap: Seeds, Plants, Veggies, Fruits, Flowers and More!

Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: PB - Cass Street Plaza - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

Stop and Swap: Seeds, Plants, Veggies, Fruits, Flowers and More!

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

Gentle Yoga for Adults - Part of the Living Well for Adults program series

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
RP - Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Wellness
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Bring a mat and towel to enjoy a calming and gentle yoga experience.

No registration necessary.

Presented by Healthy Adventures.

Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Room: RP - Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

Bring a mat and towel to enjoy a calming and gentle yoga experience.

No registration necessary.

Presented by Healthy Adventures.

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

Genetic Genealogy Roundtable

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch at Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Are you curious about genealogy? Join us for this roundtable to learn more, ask questions, and share experiences. Topics may include:

Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Room: PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Are you curious about genealogy? Join us for this roundtable to learn more, ask questions, and share experiences. Topics may include:

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

LEGO Builders Club

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
PO - Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey at Point Loma/Hervey Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Calling all LEGO Builders!

Put your engineering and problem-solving skills to the test by taking part in unique LEGO building challenges or let your imagination run wild and build your own special LEGO creations.

Each week's LEGO

Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Room: PO - Marla Haas Community Room - Point Loma/Hervey
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Calling all LEGO Builders!

Put your engineering and problem-solving skills to the test by taking part in unique LEGO building challenges or let your imagination run wild and build your own special LEGO creations.

Each week's LEGO

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

Coding for Kids - POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
RB - Frank Lenfesty Seminar Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens

Join The League of Amazing Programmers for an exciting Hour of Code at the Rancho Bernardo Branch Library!

Cancelled
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: RB - Frank Lenfesty Seminar Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Join The League of Amazing Programmers for an exciting Hour of Code at the Rancho Bernardo Branch Library!

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

Teen Game Room

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm
AC - Teen Center- Game Room (2nd Floor) - Central at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens

The Teen Game Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch and PS5. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Fortnite, Madden, NBA 2K and more. 

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Teen Center- Game Room (2nd Floor) - Central
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

The Teen Game Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch and PS5. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Fortnite, Madden, NBA 2K and more. 

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Children's Pajama Signing Storytime

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
UH - Children's Area - University Heights at University Heights Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Early Learning, Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age

Join us for a late afternoon pajama storytime with an engaging seasonal theme for young children including books, music, and bubbles with the addition of American Sign Language signs presented by Jennifer Duncan from Signs at Play.

Library Branch: University Heights Library
Room: UH - Children's Area - University Heights
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Learning, Literature
Event Details:

Join us for a late afternoon pajama storytime with an engaging seasonal theme for young children including books, music, and bubbles with the addition of American Sign Language signs presented by Jennifer Duncan from Signs at Play.

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

English Corner - English Conversation

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
NU - Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
Citizenship and Immigration, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Community members with a basic grasp of English language can have fun themed conversations and build relationships with one another. We will talk about ourselves, our cultures, and more.

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: NU - Community Room - North University
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Citizenship and Immigration, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Community members with a basic grasp of English language can have fun themed conversations and build relationships with one another. We will talk about ourselves, our cultures, and more.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Dance Pants Party with Miss T

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
OK - Homework Area - Oak Park at Oak Park Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Early Learning, Wellness
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age

Bring the little ones and come for a fun dance party! We will dance to fun songs, use egg shakers, and dance with bubbles.

Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Room: OK - Homework Area - Oak Park
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Learning, Wellness
Event Details:

Bring the little ones and come for a fun dance party! We will dance to fun songs, use egg shakers, and dance with bubbles.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Signing Storytime with Signs at Play

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
NC - Main Area - North Clairemont at North Clairemont Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

Children learn simple signing in a fun, storytime format.

Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Room: NC - Main Area - North Clairemont
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Learning
Event Details:

Children learn simple signing in a fun, storytime format.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Let's Play, Thursdays!

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
UH - Children's Area - University Heights at University Heights Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Early Learning, Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age

Bring the kiddos to the library every Thursday morning for a variety of play!  Storytime, crafts, dancing, songs and most of all FUN!

Library Branch: University Heights Library
Room: UH - Children's Area - University Heights
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Learning, Literature
Event Details:

Bring the kiddos to the library every Thursday morning for a variety of play!  Storytime, crafts, dancing, songs and most of all FUN!