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Rainbow Spaces: Dungeons & Dragons /Calabozos y Dragones

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Featured, Art, , LGBTQIA+, Literature
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

In partnership with Rainbow Spaces come grab your character sheets and get ready to roll! We're playing Dungeons and Dragons at the library so get ready to have your character's st...

Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Community Room - Logan Heights
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, Art, , LGBTQIA+, Literature
Event Details:

In partnership with Rainbow Spaces come grab your character sheets and get ready to roll! We're playing Dungeons and Dragons at the library so get ready to have your character's story told here!

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 - Make a Parol!

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch at Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Art, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Sign ups are required and will start on April 8 at noon.  Space is limited.  This class is for adults 18 and up.  Why should kids have all the fun?  Adults ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Art, Cultural Appreciation
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Sign ups are required and will start on April 8 at noon.  Space is limited.  This class is for adults 18 and up. 

Picture This!

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Neil Morgan Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Art, Films, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Back to the Future II Monday, May 13, 2024 @ 6 pm After visiting 2015, Marty McFly must repeat his visit to 1955 to prevent disastrous changes to 1985...without interfering w...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Neil Morgan Auditorium
Program Type: Art, Films, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Back to the Future II

Monday, May 13, 2024 @ 6 pm

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.

Learn to Weave: For Children and Teens Ages 8+

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Homeschool Resource Center at Mission Valley Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Learn how to weave with an expert textile artist from the San Diego Creative Weavers Guild!  This class is targeted to homeschooling youth ages 8+. No prior experience require...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Homeschool Resource Center
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to weave with an expert textile artist from the San Diego Creative Weavers Guild!  This class is targeted to homeschooling youth ages 8+. No prior experience required, and all materials will be provided.

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

Therapeutic Art with Ms. Saeda

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Community Room - University Community at University Community Library
Program Type:
Art, Wellness
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Participants will work in a peaceful environment on art projects using Mindfulness- Based Art Therapy methods. Engage in the creative process of art as a way of self-exploration in...

Encouraged
Library Branch: University Community Library
Room: Community Room - University Community
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art, Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Participants will work in a peaceful environment on art projects using Mindfulness- Based Art Therapy methods. Engage in the creative process of art as a way of self-exploration in a mindful way (NIH).

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Lego Club

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin at Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Room: Community Room - Allied Gardens/Benjamin
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Study and Chill

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
Art, 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
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, 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?

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 Play Lab

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room - College-Rolando at College-Rolando Library
Program Type:
Art,
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Learn, play, and create with LEGOs! Children can build with LEGOs and display their creations in the library.

Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art,
Event Details:

Learn, play, and create with LEGOs!

Children can build with LEGOs and display their creations in the library.

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

Crafts for Kids with Mr. Luan

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Art,
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Stretch your imagination and discover the artist within you've always known existed! Create fabulous crafts! In this program, get detailed instructions on how to make a craft you'l...

Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art,
Event Details:

Stretch your imagination and discover the artist within you've always known existed! Create fabulous crafts! In this program, get detailed instructions on how to make a craft you'll be able to take home!

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.

Crafternoon: Watercolor Cherry Blossom Tree

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Balboa Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

In honor of Asian American and  Pacific Islander Heritage month, create your own beautiful cherry blossom tree using watercolor paint. (For ages 5 and up).

Library Branch: Balboa Library
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

In honor of Asian American and  Pacific Islander Heritage month, create your own beautiful cherry blossom tree using watercolor paint. (For ages 5 and up).

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.

Decorate a Butterfly House

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Day by decorating a Butterfly House to take home and keep. Recommended for ages 8 and up.  All supplies will be provided, but online registration is require...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Day by decorating a Butterfly House to take home and keep. Recommended for ages 8 and up. 

All supplies will be provided, but online registration is required. Wear paint friendly clothes. Sponsored by SRFOL.

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

S.T.E.A.M. Tuesday: Popsicle Stick Puzzle

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
Art, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

STEAM every other Tuesday with library staff as we take on a unique science or art project!  All supplies provided.  Grades K—5th. THIS WEEK'S PROJECT:  Popsic...

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

STEAM every other Tuesday with library staff as we take on a unique science or art project!  All supplies provided.  Grades K—5th.

THIS WEEK'S PROJECT: 

Popsicle stick puzzle

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Sketch Night

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Program Type:
Online/Virtual, Art
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens and tweens ages 10-18 are invited to join Sketch Night!  This free virtual drawing program is run by the San Diego County Parks and Recreation Department in conjunction ...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Art
Event Details:

Teens and tweens ages 10-18 are invited to join Sketch Night!  This free virtual drawing program is run by the San Diego County Parks and Recreation Department in conjunction with staff from the Carmel Mountain Ranch, Central, and City Height

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.

Sit and Knit /Club de Tejido

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Seminar Room 1 - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Art,
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month to practice knitting.  Beginners and knitters of all levels are welcome to attend.  We provide materials and instruction....

Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Seminar Room 1 - Logan Heights
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art,
Event Details:

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month to practice knitting.  Beginners and knitters of all levels are welcome to attend.  We provide materials and instruction.  Bring a project you're currently working on, or try somethin

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

Teen Arts and Crafts

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - Tierrasanta at Tierrasanta Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults
Event Details:

Join in on a fun filled afternoon of crafting. Materials provided. Designed for ages 11 and up.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Tierrasanta Library
Room: Community Room - Tierrasanta
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Join in on a fun filled afternoon of crafting. Materials provided. Designed for ages 11 and up.

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.

Create It! @ the Library

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Children's Area - Valencia Park/Malcolm X at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Art, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday from 5-5:30pm for Create! At the Library, featuring a new craft each week. This program is for youth aged 5-11, that will develop fine motor skills and creati...

Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Children's Area - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Celebration Month, Art, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday from 5-5:30pm for Create! At the Library, featuring a new craft each week. This program is for youth aged 5-11, that will develop fine motor skills and creativity. 

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.

Blocks Party!

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Nook - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Art, Community Engagement, , Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Event Details:

Come join us for our LEGO BLOCK PARTY!! We'll have enough bricks to satisfy everyone's building needs. No prior experience required. This will be a family friendly event, s...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Children's Nook - Skyline Hills
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Art, Community Engagement, , Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

Come join us for our LEGO BLOCK PARTY!!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Tinker Tuesdays

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest at Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Program Type:
Art, , IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Bring your ideas to life at our Mobile Maker Lab in the Mission Hills-Hillcrest Library. Learn to use various programs and equipment  such as our 3D printer and die cut machin...

Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, , IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Bring your ideas to life at our Mobile Maker Lab in the Mission Hills-Hillcrest Library. Learn to use various programs and equipment  such as our 3D printer and die cut machine powered by Silhouette Studio.

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

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Program Type:
Art, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art, Cultural Appreciation
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

How to make a Tropical Wreath

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room - Carmel Valley at Carmel Valley Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Art, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join us as we Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month by making a "Tropical" Wreath. Robert will show us how to color a simple wicker wreath, and then how t...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Art, Cultural Appreciation
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Join us as we Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month by making a "Tropical" Wreath.

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

Anime + Karaoke for Able Adults

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Area - Oak Park at Oak Park Library
Program Type:
Art, Cultural Appreciation, Films, LGBTQIA+, Wellness
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Watch Anime with us and appreciate Japanese culture with Karaoke!

Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Room: Main Area - Oak Park
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art, Cultural Appreciation, Films, LGBTQIA+, Wellness
Event Details:

Watch Anime with us and appreciate Japanese culture with Karaoke!

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

Afternoon Crafting

Wednesday, May 15, 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 "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

STEM Crafternoon: Caterpillar to Butterfly Balloon

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Balboa Library
Program Type:
Art, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Use an acid-base chemical reaction to transform a balloon caterpillar into a balloon butterfly!  (For ages 5 and up).  

Library Branch: Balboa Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Use an acid-base chemical reaction to transform a balloon caterpillar into a balloon butterfly! 

(For ages 5 and up).

 

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

Crafting Zen

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pauline Foster Teen Center (2nd Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Art, Wellness
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Join us to explore mindfulness through artistic expression.

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Pauline Foster Teen Center (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, Wellness
Event Details:

Join us to explore mindfulness through artistic expression.