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Zombie Preparedness

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
BJ - Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin at Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Wellness
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Zombies are coming! Join us to learn how to best prepare for the zombie apocalypse and other major disasters by exploring tools and resources.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Room: BJ - Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Zombies are coming! Join us to learn how to best prepare for the zombie apocalypse and other major disasters by exploring tools and resources.

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

Email & Tech Talk 101

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
BA - Children's Area - Balboa at Balboa Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Wellness
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults

Learn habits and skills for fostering digital respect and a sense of community. Gain tips and skills in composing effective emails, how to use emojis wisely, and make technology work for you.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Balboa Library
Room: BA - Children's Area - Balboa
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: DiscoverU, Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Learn habits and skills for fostering digital respect and a sense of community. Gain tips and skills in composing effective emails, how to use emojis wisely, and make technology work for you.

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

UC Application Process

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
NP - Adult Reading Area - North Park at North Park Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults

Not sure how to start your UC college application? Join us in this informative session to know what to expect from the UC application process!

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

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: NP - Adult Reading Area - North Park
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Not sure how to start your UC college application? Join us in this informative session to know what to expect from the UC application process!

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

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Squishy Circuits

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00pm
Otay Mesa-Nestor 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: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
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 "Elementary School Age" group
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group

Mental Wellness: Understanding Emotions

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
PH - Teen Area - Paradise Hills at Paradise Hills Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Wellness
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Learn about how brain chemistry is affected by the foods you eat. Join us in learning delicious healthy recipes that boost our moods too!

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

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library
Room: PH - Teen Area - Paradise Hills
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Learn about how brain chemistry is affected by the foods you eat. Join us in learning delicious healthy recipes that boost our moods too!

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

This event is in the "Teens" group

UCSD Information Session

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch at Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens

Are you interested in learning more about the University of California San Diego campus? Join us with UC San Diego representatives in this informative session to ask all of your burning questions!

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:

Are you interested in learning more about the University of California San Diego campus? Join us with UC San Diego representatives in this informative session to ask all of your burning questions!

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Little Tech Lab | Taste of Technology

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
NU - Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
Featured, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age

Explore what makes the tech world run! In this hands-on program, participants will learn how algorithms, design thinking, and wire framing work while increasing their digital awareness and creating their own prototype in Canva.

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

Explore what makes the tech world run! In this hands-on program, participants will learn how algorithms, design thinking, and wire framing work while increasing their digital awareness and creating their own prototype in Canva.

This event is in the "Teens" group

First-Gen Futures

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens

Are you the first in your family to go to college? This session offers support, stories, and tips just for you. Learn what to expect from college life, be prepared for common challenges, and get informed about resources and opportunities 

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

Are you the first in your family to go to college? This session offers support, stories, and tips just for you. Learn what to expect from college life, be prepared for common challenges, and get informed about resources and opportunities 

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

Automobile Design

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
RP - Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age

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.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Room: RP - Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
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 "Teens" group

Preparing for College Applications: Personal Insight Questions

Thursday, April 9, 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

First Generation College Student Success

Saturday, April 11, 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

Are you the first in your family to pursue higher education?

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:

Are you the first in your family to pursue higher education?

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

Healthy Cooking: Five Ingredients or Less

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
CM - Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch at Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults

Have you been wanting to try out healthier and easier cooking habits? Join us in learning recipes consisting of five ingredients or less! 

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

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

Have you been wanting to try out healthier and easier cooking habits? Join us in learning recipes consisting of five ingredients or less! 

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

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

Certification Station: Exploring Career Certifications

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Career & College, DiscoverU
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults

Explore stackable credentials and industry-recognized certificates that boost your hireability.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: Career & College, DiscoverU
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Explore stackable credentials and industry-recognized certificates that boost your hireability.

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:
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: 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 "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.