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Trash Truck Storytime

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area - Balboa at Balboa Library
Event Details:

Join us for a special event featuring a real City of San Diego trash truck! Kids will have the opportunity to find out about the inner workings of a trash truck. This program is es...

Library Branch: Balboa Library
Room: Children's Area - Balboa
Event Details:

Join us for a special event featuring a real City of San Diego trash truck! Kids will have the opportunity to find out about the inner workings of a trash truck.

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

Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:15am
Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers
Event Details:

Join in as we read, sing, dance, and play at Toddler Storytime!  Come and build essential early literacy skills and foster a love of reading. Designed for children ages 1-3.

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Community Room - North University
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Event Details:

Join in as we read, sing, dance, and play at Toddler Storytime!  Come and build essential early literacy skills and foster a love of reading. Designed for children ages 1-3.

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

Adult Enrichment / Recreación para adultos

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Community Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor at Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Program Type:
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

We are providing activities for adults to choose from: board games, adult coloring, puzzles, etc.  Choose your activity and socialize with others.  Bilingual.

Library Branch: Otay Mesa-Nestor Library
Room: Community Room - Otay Mesa-Nestor
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type:
Event Details:

We are providing activities for adults to choose from: board games, adult coloring, puzzles, etc.  Choose your activity and socialize with others. 

Bilingual.

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

Positive Parenting Program #3

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Frank Lenfesty Seminar Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Featured, Wellness
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

The Positive Parenting Program is a preventive, early-intervention program that helps parents find positive solutions to common childhood behavior issues using strategies proven to...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Frank Lenfesty Seminar Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Wellness
Event Details:

The Positive Parenting Program is a preventive, early-intervention program that helps parents find positive solutions to common childhood behavior issues using strategies proven to help improve children's behaviors and reduce caregivers stress and

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

Stay & Play Storytime

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room - College-Rolando at College-Rolando Library
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Welcome families to Stay and Play! This program is focused towards children 0-5 years old and their caregivers. Every week we will offer snacks and refreshments, a Storytime and...

Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Welcome families to Stay and Play!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Grace Book Nook

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Seminar Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Opens for shopping

Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Seminar Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Opens for shopping

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

Memory Evaluation for Adults with Sharp Neurocognitive Research Center

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Community Engagement, , Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

If you are concerned about changes in your memory, the Sharp Neurocognitive Research Center is offering free screenings to help detect early signs of memory loss and other cognitiv...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

If you are concerned about changes in your memory, the Sharp Neurocognitive Research Center is offering free screenings to help detect early signs of memory loss and other cognitive issues. 

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

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Community Room - Mission Valley at Mission Valley Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement,
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary-school age kids, this simple dance program will feature "The Wheels on the Bus," "Baby Shark," and more. Families, it’s...

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

Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary-school age kids, this simple dance program will feature "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 Storytime

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room - University Community at University Community Library
Program Type:
Early Learning,
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Ms. Jackie reads fun stories and sings songs followed by craft time.

Library Branch: University Community Library
Room: Community Room - University Community
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Early Learning,
Event Details:

Ms. Jackie reads fun stories and sings songs followed by craft time.

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

Word Wizards: Stay & Play Storytime with Trinity Theatre

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:45am
Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch at Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024)
Program Type:
Art, Early Learning, Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Welcome families to Stay and Play! This program is focused towards children 2-5 years old and their caregivers. Every week we will offer a Storytime and craft to encourage early...

Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024)
Room: Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Art, Early Learning, Literature
Event Details:

Welcome families to Stay and Play!

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

Living Well for Adults Seminar Series - Genetic Genealogy Roundtable

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

* Special presentation by representatives of the Georgina Cole Library in Carlsbad, educating attendees on the many genealogy resources available at that location. * At the Gene...

Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

* Special presentation by representatives of the Georgina Cole Library in Carlsbad, educating attendees on the many genealogy resources available at that location. *

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

Stay and Play

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Children's Area - Valencia Park/Malcolm X at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
Early Learning, Literature, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Need a space for your little one to play and socialize with other toddlers? Then our Stay & Play program is for you!.  This 6-week session runs Nov 6-Dec 11 for young...

Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Children's Area - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Early Learning, Literature, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Need a space for your little one to play and socialize with other toddlers?

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

Kamishibai Storytime

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
Art, Cultural Appreciation, Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Join us on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 11am for Kamishibai Storytime . Before TV and comic books existed in Japan, there was kamishibai, or paper theater. With a wooden box,...

Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Art, Cultural Appreciation, Literature
Event Details:

Join us on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 11am for Kamishibai Storytime . Before TV and comic books existed in Japan, there was kamishibai, or paper theater.

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

Memory Evaluation for Adults with Sharp Neurocognitive Research Center

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Community Engagement, , Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

If you are concerned about changes in your memory, the Sharp Neurocognitive Research Center is offering free screenings to help detect early signs of memory loss and other cognitiv...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

If you are concerned about changes in your memory, the Sharp Neurocognitive Research Center is offering free screenings to help detect early signs of memory loss and other cognitive issues. 

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

Dance Pants Party

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room - North Clairemont at North Clairemont Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary school age children, this simple dance program will feature popular kids tunes. Families, it's time to get your groove ...

Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Room: Meeting Room - North Clairemont
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary school age children, this simple dance program will feature popular kids tunes. Families, it's time to get your groove on!

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

Memory Evaluation for Adults with Sharp Neurocognitive Research Center

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Community Engagement, , Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

If you are concerned about changes in your memory, the Sharp Neurocognitive Research Center is offering free screenings to help detect early signs of memory loss and other cognitiv...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

If you are concerned about changes in your memory, the Sharp Neurocognitive Research Center is offering free screenings to help detect early signs of memory loss and other cognitive issues. 

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

Tierrasanta Mahjong Group

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 11:30am - 2:30pm
Community Room - Tierrasanta at Tierrasanta Library
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

A gathering of intermediate & advanced players who want to enjoy a few rounds of mahjong together! Materials are provided

Library Branch: Tierrasanta Library
Room: Community Room - Tierrasanta
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

A gathering of intermediate & advanced players who want to enjoy a few rounds of mahjong together!

Materials are provided

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, December 11, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Wellness
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Bring a mat and towel to enjoy a calming and gentle yoga experience. No registration necessary. ** Open to all adults, 18 years and older. Please do not bring children; these...

Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Allied Gardens Friends of the Library

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin at Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of the Allied Gardens FoL.

Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Room: Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of the Allied Gardens FoL.

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

Afternoon Crafting

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Area - Pacific Beach/Taylor at Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us on the Patio outside the children's room for arts and crafts after school every Wednesday at 2pm. Activities are designed for school age children.  Young kids may r...

Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Children's Area - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Join us on the Patio outside the children's room for arts and crafts after school every Wednesday at 2pm.

Activities are designed for school age children.  Young kids may require parent assistance.

 

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

Study and Chill

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:30pm
Legler Benbough Performance Area at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Wellness
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 Performance Area
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Wellness
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?

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

Read to a Reptile

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Ocean Beach Library
Program Type:
Literature
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday at the Ocean Beach Library to read to DK, our bearded dragon or Darwin, our Ball Python. Practice your skills and gain confidence by reading to these enthus...

Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday at the Ocean Beach Library to read to DK, our bearded dragon or Darwin, our Ball Python. Practice your skills and gain confidence by reading to these enthusiastic and non-judgmental reptiles.

 

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Children's Yoga & Stories

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery at San Carlos Library
Program Type:
Wellness
Age Group:
Preschoolers
Event Details:

Join us for story-inspired stretches, music, and child-friendly props! We conclude by using our breath to transition from silly to calm. Please bring a mat or towel. Ages 3-8.&n...

Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for story-inspired stretches, music, and child-friendly props! We conclude by using our breath to transition from silly to calm. Please bring a mat or towel.

Ages 3-8.  

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Microscopes with Garden Bugs

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area - University Heights at University Heights Library
Program Type:
DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and informative event where you can meet and learn about the fascinating insects commonly found in gardens! From the squirmy worms that help our soil to the quirk...

Encouraged
Library Branch: University Heights Library
Room: Children's Area - University Heights
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: DiscoverU, Science/STEAM
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and informative event where you can meet and learn about the fascinating insects commonly found in gardens!