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This event is in the "Teens" group.

Study and Chill

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Legler Benbough Teen Gaming Area at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, , IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Need to finish some homework, work on a project, study for a test, or just relax and read a book away from the distractions at home? Come to the Legler Benbough Teen IDEA LAB every

Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Legler Benbough Teen Gaming Area
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, , IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Event Details:
Need to finish some homework, work on a project, study for a test, or just relax and read a book away from the distractions at home? Come to the Legler Benbough Teen IDEA LAB every Monday to Thursday at Valencia Park/Malcolm X library to get into the...
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.

LEGO Power Hour

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 3 - Mission Hills/Hillcrest at Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Program Type:
Art, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Join us every Monday for LEGO Power Hour! Build your own creations to display in our library.  Program will take place in our study rooms 3 and 4. 

Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Study Room 3 - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Event Details:
Join us every Monday for LEGO Power Hour! Build your own creations to display in our library.  Program will take place in our study rooms 3 and 4.  ...
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen IDEA Lab

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 3:30pm - 6:00pm
David C. Copley Foundation Teen IDEA Lab at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

The Teen IDEA Lab is a space to be used for creative projects that require specialized equipment and software. Featuring a music studio, Makerspace, and iMac workstations and so

Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: David C. Copley Foundation Teen IDEA Lab
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Event Details:
The Teen IDEA Lab is a space to be used for creative projects that require specialized equipment and software. Featuring a music studio, Makerspace, and iMac workstations and so much more! Tweens and Teens ages 12 - 18 are welcome. Adults ma...
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.

SD Opera Words & Music

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 3:45pm - 5:30pm
Black Box Theatre at City Heights Performance Annex
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults
Event Details:

San Diego Opera’s Words and Music program is a collection of long-term in-school, after-school, and summer artist residencies. San Diego Opera Teaching Artists provide over 2,500 h

Library Branch: City Heights Performance Annex
Room: Black Box Theatre
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:
San Diego Opera’s Words and Music program is a collection of long-term in-school, after-school, and summer artist residencies. San Diego Opera Teaching Artists provide over 2,500 hours of arts instruction every year for hundreds of young people. T...

Mythology Workshop Series for Tweens and Teens: Gods, Monsters, Heroes, and Immortals!

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Community Room - Mission Valley at Mission Valley Library
Program Type:
Art, , Literature
Event Details:

Do you love reading action-packed myths of heroes, quests, monsters, and villains? Do you dream of writing and illustrating your own mythical stories? Then this workshop is for you

Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Valley
Program Type: Art, , Literature
Event Details:
Do you love reading action-packed myths of heroes, quests, monsters, and villains? Do you dream of writing and illustrating your own mythical stories? Then this workshop is for you. Join us for this three-part series focused on mythology! First, r...
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.

Homework Help

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement,
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Get personalized help with English, math, science, and more with one of our friendly,  qualified homework coaches. No registration required. First come, first served. Grades K

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement,
Event Details:
Get personalized help with English, math, science, and more with one of our friendly,  qualified homework coaches. No registration required. First come, first served. Grades K-12. ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Balboa Library Chess Club

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Balboa Library
Program Type:
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Enjoy playing chess or have you always wanted to learn? Chess increases problem solving skills, abstract reasoning, creative and strategic thinking, and pattern recognition. Best o

Library Branch: Balboa Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type:
Event Details:
Enjoy playing chess or have you always wanted to learn? Chess increases problem solving skills, abstract reasoning, creative and strategic thinking, and pattern recognition. Best of all, it’s fun to play! All ages and levels welcome! ...
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

Bird Nerds!

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Denny Sanford Children's Library (1st Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Community Engagement, Early Learning,
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Come learn about citizen science and bird watching by creating your own bird watching journal and join on a special scavenger hunt.

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Denny Sanford Children's Library (1st Floor)
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Celebration Month, Community Engagement, Early Learning,
Event Details:
Come learn about citizen science and bird watching by creating your own bird watching journal and join on a special scavenger hunt. ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Día Mini Book Craft

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Area - Oak Park at Oak Park Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Art, Cultural Appreciation, Early Learning, Literature
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Celebrate storytelling and culture through your very own mini book! Learn how to make a simple mini book, then fill the blank pages with tiny art and stories.

Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Room: Main Area - Oak Park
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Celebration Month, Art, Cultural Appreciation, Early Learning, Literature
Event Details:
Celebrate storytelling and culture through your very own mini book! Learn how to make a simple mini book, then fill the blank pages with tiny art and stories. ...
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Science for Young People: Penny Boat Challenge

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
IDEA Lab - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

In this challenge, you’ll build a boat that can hold the most pennies before it sinks. You will learn about different buoyancies of differently designed aluminum foil boats. 

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Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: IDEA Lab - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:
In this challenge, you’ll build a boat that can hold the most pennies before it sinks. You will learn about different buoyancies of differently designed aluminum foil boats.  You’ll also discover surface area, density, and what makes something f...
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.

Lego Playtime

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Area - North Park at North Park Library
Program Type:
, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Kids can enjoy being creative by building with LEGO blocks and DUPLO bricks. It's a great opportunity for exploring with new ideas, as well as sharing concepts and strategies with

Library Branch: North Park Library
Room: Children's Area - North Park
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: , Science/STEAM
Event Details:
Kids can enjoy being creative by building with LEGO blocks and DUPLO bricks. It's a great opportunity for exploring with new ideas, as well as sharing concepts and strategies with other attendees. Each creation is put on display in the library to be ...
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.

Sidewalk Chalk

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Area - Paradise Hills at Paradise Hills Library
Program Type:
Art, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Grab a chalk and draw! We have a rainbow of colors and all shades in between for you to create your one-of-kind colorful art piece to beautify the library's patio.  

Library Branch: Paradise Hills Library
Room: Children's Area - Paradise Hills
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art, Science/STEAM
Event Details:
Grab a chalk and draw! We have a rainbow of colors and all shades in between for you to create your one-of-kind colorful art piece to beautify the library's patio.   ...
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Game Room

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Teen Center- Game Room (2nd Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teen Center- Game Room (2nd Floor)
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, Gang Beasts and more.  ...
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Family Crafting and Book Giveaway: Dia de los Ninos

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Art, , En Español
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

We're celebrating Dia de los Ninos at the Logan Heights Library! Bring the family for an evening of creative fun and enjoy a free book giveaway, food, and more! 

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Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Community Room - Logan Heights
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art, , En Español
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
We're celebrating Dia de los Ninos at the Logan Heights Library! Bring the family for an evening of creative fun and enjoy a free book giveaway, food, and more!  ...
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.

Folded Book Art Workshop

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join this workshop and repurpose an old book into a centerpiece.

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Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Join this workshop and repurpose an old book into a centerpiece. ...
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Meditation for a Happy Life

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Homeschool Resource Center at Mission Valley Library
Program Type:
Wellness
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Learn and practice meditation, improve harmony at home and at work, and build your wisdom and inner peace.  This secular and modern approach to traditional Buddhist teachings

Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Homeschool Resource Center
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:
Learn and practice meditation, improve harmony at home and at work, and build your wisdom and inner peace.  This secular and modern approach to traditional Buddhist teachings is led by Ashley Davis, co-founder of The Center for Harmonious Living...
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.

Crafting Circle: Beginning Crochet

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Accessibility
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Cancelled
Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Accessibility
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.

Kamishibai Family Night Storytime!

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro at San Ysidro Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, , Literature, Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Storybox Theatre is a wonderful way to present illustrated stories to children and their families of ALL ages!  Join Miss Mindy for a monthly Storybox-KAMISHIBAI program! (Kam

Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: All Ages, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Literature, Performing Arts
Event Details:
Storybox Theatre is a wonderful way to present illustrated stories to children and their families of ALL ages!  Join Miss Mindy for a monthly Storybox-KAMISHIBAI program! (Kami = paper; shibai = theatre) on the last Monday of each month for...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Early Literacy for Parents & Caregivers

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Early Learning,
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

During this presentation by literacy therapist Elena Girling, participants will learn about the fundamental skills that support reading comprehension, i.e. decoding and language co

Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Early Learning,
Event Details:
During this presentation by literacy therapist Elena Girling, participants will learn about the fundamental skills that support reading comprehension, i.e. decoding and language comprehension. Elena will demonstrate examples and share resources yo...
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.

Girls Who Code Club Meeting

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

WHAT IS A GIRLS WHO CODE CLUB? Girls Who Code Clubs are meant for girls (and nonbinary) to join our sisterhood of supportive peers and role models and use Computer Science to chan

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Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
WHAT IS A GIRLS WHO CODE CLUB? Girls Who Code Clubs are meant for girls (and nonbinary) to join our sisterhood of supportive peers and role models and use Computer Science to change the world. When you join a Club, you will be able to learn from fun...
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

Introduction to 3D Printing: Class 2

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mira Mesa Library
Program Type:
, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Middle School Age
Event Details:

Join Ms. Krystal and Volunteer Myles in the IDEA Lab to learn how to use TinkerCAD to make 3D models. You will learn all about 3D printers, how a 3D model gets turned into a 3D pri

Library Branch: Mira Mesa Library
Age Group: Middle School Age
Program Type: , Science/STEAM
Event Details:
Join Ms. Krystal and Volunteer Myles in the IDEA Lab to learn how to use TinkerCAD to make 3D models. You will learn all about 3D printers, how a 3D model gets turned into a 3D print, and get a chance to design your own models to print! These classes...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Lego Club

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Come build your creations while making new friends!  All Legos will be supplied by the North University Community Branch Library.  Your creation may even be featured in o

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Community Room - North University
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:
Come build your creations while making new friends!  All Legos will be supplied by the North University Community Branch Library.  Your creation may even be featured in our display case! ...
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Signing Pajama Storytime

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin at Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Program Type:
Featured,
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Join us for pajama storytime with...sign language basics to foster early literacy skills. This program is offered inside in our Community Room, and no registration is required.

Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Room: Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Featured,
Event Details:
Join us for pajama storytime with...sign language basics to foster early literacy skills. This program is offered inside in our Community Room, and no registration is required. ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Demystifying the College Admissions Process

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room - City Heights/Weingart at City Heights/Weingart Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Library NExT
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Event Details:

Thinking about college? Learn how to navigate the college admissions process in this course! The course will cover a variety of topics, including financial aid, choosing a major, a

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Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Community Room - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: DiscoverU, Library NExT
Event Details:
Thinking about college? Learn how to navigate the college admissions process in this course! The course will cover a variety of topics, including financial aid, choosing a major, and determining which college best fits your goals.  This is an...