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

Kids Art Club

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Children's Area - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us for a different craft every Saturday! Today's activity will be: 3D Mother's Day Cards!   For ages 3 and up. No registration necessary. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.

Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Children's Area - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:
Join us for a different craft every Saturday! Today's activity will be: 3D Mother's Day Cards!   For ages 3 and up. No registration necessary. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. Program dates and times subject to change. ...
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.

Connection - Free Interactive Art Exhibit

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Black Box Theatre at City Heights Performance Annex
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the Performance Annex for a FREE interactive art exhibit that explores the concept of connection. Produced by students of the San Diego School of Creative and Performing

Library Branch: City Heights Performance Annex
Room: Black Box Theatre
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art
Event Details:
Join us at the Performance Annex for a FREE interactive art exhibit that explores the concept of connection. Produced by students of the San Diego School of Creative and Performing Arts and their Community Canvases club.  Friday, May 10th fro...
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.

Scissor Skills Practice: Mothers Day Collage

Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Denny Sanford Children's Library (1st Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Art, Early Learning,
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Join us on Mother's day to create a collage for your favorite caretaker. We will provide magazines, scissors, and glue! Please bring creativity! PARENTAL SUPERVISION REQUIRED.

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Denny Sanford Children's Library (1st Floor)
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art, Early Learning,
Event Details:
Join us on Mother's day to create a collage for your favorite caretaker. We will provide magazines, scissors, and glue! Please bring creativity! PARENTAL SUPERVISION REQUIRED. ...
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids

All Day
Point Loma/Hervey Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Swing by the Children's Area on Mondays to pick up a "Take & Make" craft kit for kids featuring a new and unique craft each week.   Available while supplies last.

Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:
Swing by the Children's Area on Mondays to pick up a "Take & Make" craft kit for kids featuring a new and unique craft each week.   Available while supplies last. ...
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Get Crafty!

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Denny Sanford Children's Library (1st Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Ages 5-12 Let's get creative!  Express your creativity through a fun craft.

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Denny Sanford Children's Library (1st Floor)
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:
Ages 5-12 Let's get creative!  Express your creativity through a fun craft. ...
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, May 13, 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 "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

Mission Valley Kids Book and Craft Club

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Community Room - Mission Valley at Mission Valley Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement, , Literature
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Join us every second Monday for an entertaining book club where we’ll discuss a great kids book, do a related craft, and enjoy snacks. A FREE copy of the month’s book will be offer

Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, , Literature
Event Details:
Join us every second Monday for an entertaining book club where we’ll discuss a great kids book, do a related craft, and enjoy snacks. A FREE copy of the month’s book will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis to those who plan to attend the...
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Maker Monday: Soap Garden

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement, , IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Join the Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab for Maker Mondays, every 2nd and 4th Monday at 4pm. Each session the IDEA Lab team will focus on a different design project and will highligh

Encouraged
Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, , IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
Join the Legler Benbough Teen IDEA Lab for Maker Mondays, every 2nd and 4th Monday at 4pm. Each session the IDEA Lab team will focus on a different design project and will highlight a piece of technology found within our lab. Come to the Legler Be...
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Crafternoon

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - Tierrasanta at Tierrasanta Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join in on a fun filled afternoon of crafting. Materials provided. Designed for grades K - 3rd.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Tierrasanta Library
Room: Community Room - Tierrasanta
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:
Join in on a fun filled afternoon of crafting. Materials provided. Designed for grades K - 3rd. ...
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

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 program is meant for teens between 11-18. __...
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
Registration Required
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.  Why should kids have all the fun?  Adults are invited to a special craft night just for them!  Art and Desi...

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 III Stranded in 1955, Marty McFly learns about the death of Doc Brown in 1885 and must travel back in time to save him. With no fuel readily available for the

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Neil Morgan Auditorium
Program Type: Art, Films, Performing Arts
Event Details:
Back to the Future III Stranded in 1955, Marty McFly learns about the death of Doc Brown in 1885 and must travel back in time to save him. With no fuel readily available for the DeLorean, the two must figure how to escape the Old West before Emmet...
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
Registration Required
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. Registration is required below....
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
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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). Use art to help open your senses and access your...
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 "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! We provide the supplies!  For kids 4 to 8...
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
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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 Heights l...
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 something n...
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.  For more information, please email library staff at: de...