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Stretchy bracelet for Kids

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
SR - Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens

Beads for All is a fun class for all ages and skill levels. Kids under 8 are welcome with an adult by their side. Come explore colors, try simple beading techniques, and create a handmade piece of jewelry to take home.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: SR - Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Beads for All is a fun class for all ages and skill levels. Kids under 8 are welcome with an adult by their side. Come explore colors, try simple beading techniques, and create a handmade piece of jewelry to take home.

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

IDEA lab CAD club school aged kids & teens

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
LJ - IDEA Lab - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens

Beginner friendly computer-aided design (CAD) projects such as keychains and simple geometric models. 3D printing available during class. Open to all school aged children. No previous experience necessary. No reservations needed. 

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - IDEA Lab - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Beginner friendly computer-aided design (CAD) projects such as keychains and simple geometric models. 3D printing available during class. Open to all school aged children. No previous experience necessary. No reservations needed. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
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
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

Lunar New Year Celebration

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
North Clairemont Library
Program Type:
Featured, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Lunar New Year: Celebrate the Year of the Horse!

Lunar New Year Celebration: Lion Dancers
Saturday, February 21• 1:00-2:30 p.m.

Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Lunar New Year: Celebrate the Year of the Horse!

Lunar New Year Celebration: Lion Dancers
Saturday, February 21• 1:00-2:30 p.m.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
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
This event is in the "Teens" group
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This event is in the "Adults" group
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Lunar New Year Celebration

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Outreach
Program Type:
Featured, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Lunar New Year: Celebrate the Year of the Horse!

Lunar New Year Celebration: Lion Dancers
Saturday, February 21• 1:00-2:30 p.m.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Lunar New Year: Celebrate the Year of the Horse!

Lunar New Year Celebration: Lion Dancers
Saturday, February 21• 1:00-2:30 p.m.

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

MoneyMind Games: Financial Literacy for Kids

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch at Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Program Type:
Business, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults

Join us for InvestQuest, an exciting and interactive event that brings financial literacy to life through gameplay!

Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Room: PR - Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Business, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for InvestQuest, an exciting and interactive event that brings financial literacy to life through gameplay!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Lunar New Year Celebration Featuring Three Treasures

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
MM - Community Room - Mira Mesa at Mira Mesa Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us in celebrating the Lunar New Year. Enjoy a performance of traditional lion dancing. A must see event with amazing stunts. All ages are welcome to join in the festivities. 

 

Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Room: MM - Community Room - Mira Mesa
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Celebration Month, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Join us in celebrating the Lunar New Year. Enjoy a performance of traditional lion dancing. A must see event with amazing stunts. All ages are welcome to join in the festivities. 

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Chess Club

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
SK - Family Place Center - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

Saturday of each month, come and join us with Mr. Jesus to learn the skills of playing Chess. For all ages.

Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: SK - Family Place Center - Skyline Hills
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

Saturday of each month, come and join us with Mr. Jesus to learn the skills of playing Chess. For all ages.

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

Cochineal & Natural Dyes

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
LO - Community Room - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Cultural Appreciation, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Explore the science behind natural dyes! In this hands-on program, participants will learn about the cochineal, a small-scale insect that has been used for centuries to produce vibrant red and pink dyes, and other natural dyes.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: LO - Community Room - Logan Heights
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Explore the science behind natural dyes! In this hands-on program, participants will learn about the cochineal, a small-scale insect that has been used for centuries to produce vibrant red and pink dyes, and other natural dyes.

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

Code, Create & Explore: Introduction to Coding with Python

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
PR - IDEA Lab - Pacific Highlands Ranch at Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens

Introduction to Coding with Python will be held on February 7, February 21, and March 7. In these lessons, students will learn about coding with a beginner-friendly language, Python!

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Room: PR - IDEA Lab - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Introduction to Coding with Python will be held on February 7, February 21, and March 7. In these lessons, students will learn about coding with a beginner-friendly language, Python!

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

CookBook Club

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
KN - Children's Area - Kensington at Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults
  • Share recipes
  • Find new recipes
  • Try new dishes
  • Discover fun desserts
  • Make friends
  • Cookbook Discussion
Library Branch: Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Room: KN - Children's Area - Kensington
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:
  • Share recipes
  • Find new recipes
  • Try new dishes
  • Discover fun desserts
  • Make friends
  • Cookbook Discussion
This event is in the "All Ages" group
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

Singing Classes with Infinity Lab

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
SK - Children's Nook - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens

Come and join us to learn to sing! Participants will be learning several singing concepts. Elementary & teens!

Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: SK - Children's Nook - Skyline Hills
Age Group: All Ages, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Come and join us to learn to sing! Participants will be learning several singing concepts. Elementary & teens!

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

RB Chess Club

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
RB - Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Do you want to learn how to play chess? Do you already know how to play and are looking for the perfect place to play? Join us every Saturday for a fun game of chess with friends at Rancho Bernardo Library!

Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: RB - Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to play chess? Do you already know how to play and are looking for the perfect place to play? Join us every Saturday for a fun game of chess with friends at Rancho Bernardo Library!

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

Writing "Fu” Traditional Chinese Calligraphy Workshop

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
LV - Meeting Room - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens

Writing “Fu”: Traditional Chinese Calligraphy Workshop 

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: LV - Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Celebration Month, Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Writing “Fu”: Traditional Chinese Calligraphy Workshop 

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

Amantes de la Lectura. Novelas Hispano-Americanos en Español

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
NU - Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
En Español, Literature
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

El club de lectura será dirigido por la Sra. Toni Lampell, maestra en estudios hispánicos por la Universidad Francisco Marroquin de Guatemala.

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: NU - Community Room - North University
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: En Español, Literature
Event Details:

El club de lectura será dirigido por la Sra. Toni Lampell, maestra en estudios hispánicos por la Universidad Francisco Marroquin de Guatemala.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Festival of Colors

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
NU - Patio - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us to celebrate Holi also known as the "Festival of Colors," by enjoying crafts, music, and fun activities at the North University Community Library Children's Patio.

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: NU - Patio - North University
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Celebration Month, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Join us to celebrate Holi also known as the "Festival of Colors," by enjoying crafts, music, and fun activities at the North University Community Library Children's Patio.

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

Genealogy Club

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Would you like to explore your family’s history? This club is for those who want to do genealogy research in a supportive research environment, connecting with others who love learning, and sharing their genealogy research journey.

Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Would you like to explore your family’s history? This club is for those who want to do genealogy research in a supportive research environment, connecting with others who love learning, and sharing their genealogy research journey.

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

All Girls STEM Society Presents Electricity and Power

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
MV - Community Room - Mission Valley at Mission Valley Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens

Have you ever wondered why lightening happens? Or how we can power objects like flashlights, calculators, and the electric candles inside of our lamps?

Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: MV - Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Have you ever wondered why lightening happens? Or how we can power objects like flashlights, calculators, and the electric candles inside of our lamps?

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Lunar New Year Celebration - Lion Dancers

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
SC - Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery - San Carlos at San Carlos Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us at the San Carlos Branch Library to celebrate the Year of the Horse! Lunar New Year is one of the most important holidays in China, Korea, Vietnam, and other countries in Southeast Asia.

Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: SC - Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery - San Carlos
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Celebration Month, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Join us at the San Carlos Branch Library to celebrate the Year of the Horse! Lunar New Year is one of the most important holidays in China, Korea, Vietnam, and other countries in Southeast Asia.

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

Polymer Clay Workshop with ArtReach

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
LJ - Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

This introductory polymer clay class is designed for beginners who want to explore a new sculptural medium in a supportive, hands-on environment.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

This introductory polymer clay class is designed for beginners who want to explore a new sculptural medium in a supportive, hands-on environment.

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

3D Lab Open Hours

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:30pm - 5:30pm
LJ - IDEA Lab - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

We are excited to offer 3D Printing in person! Stop by the La Jolla/Riford Library's IDEA Lab during open lab hours with your .STL file and staff will be happy to assist you.

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - IDEA Lab - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

We are excited to offer 3D Printing in person! Stop by the La Jolla/Riford Library's IDEA Lab during open lab hours with your .STL file and staff will be happy to assist you.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
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

Art Classes with Infinity Lab

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
SK - Children's Nook - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens

Art class, taught by Alice Ouyang, a 10th-grade student at Del Norte High School who has been drawing for eight years and has competed in numerous art competitions, including Scholastic and SDMA. 

Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: SK - Children's Nook - Skyline Hills
Age Group: All Ages, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Art class, taught by Alice Ouyang, a 10th-grade student at Del Norte High School who has been drawing for eight years and has competed in numerous art competitions, including Scholastic and SDMA. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Lunar New Year Lion Dancers

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
College-Rolando Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages

Celebrate the Lunar New Year and enjoy an amazing traditional Lion Dancing performance with stunts and live music! 

Sponsored by the Friends of the College Rolando Library.

Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Celebration Month, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Celebrate the Lunar New Year and enjoy an amazing traditional Lion Dancing performance with stunts and live music! 

Sponsored by the Friends of the College Rolando Library.

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

Blacktronika: Afrofuturism in Electronic Music

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
AC - Neil Morgan Auditorium - Central at Central Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Featured, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

UC San Diego Professor & 30-Year Music Producer King Britt Returns to the Library for an Immersive Lecture Series

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Neil Morgan Auditorium - Central
Age Group: All Ages, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Featured, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Performing Arts
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

UC San Diego Professor & 30-Year Music Producer King Britt Returns to the Library for an Immersive Lecture Series

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

Adult Coloring Club

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
TS - Main Area - Tierrasanta at Tierrasanta Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

The Tierrasanta Library Adult Coloring Club is a group that gathers to color for relaxation and creativity. We meet in-person every Saturday afternoon, offering a space for social interaction and sharing artistic expressions.

Library Branch: Tierrasanta Library
Room: TS - Main Area - Tierrasanta
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

The Tierrasanta Library Adult Coloring Club is a group that gathers to color for relaxation and creativity. We meet in-person every Saturday afternoon, offering a space for social interaction and sharing artistic expressions.