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Oasis Presents "Your Aging Journey is Unique to You!"

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area - University Heights at University Heights Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, , Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

What is your plan for aging? Who will make decisions on your behalf if you are unable to? What can you do now to support your ability to successfully age in your own home? What sho...

Library Branch: University Heights Library
Room: Children's Area - University Heights
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, , Wellness
Event Details:

What is your plan for aging? Who will make decisions on your behalf if you are unable to? What can you do now to support your ability to successfully age in your own home? What should you consider when considering Assisted Living?

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

Tech Help: Introduction to Word: Intro and Terminology

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Computer Lab at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Career & College, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Instruction Details:  Introduction to Word May 4 Word - Keyboard & Mouse May 11 Word I - Intro to Terminology May 18 Word II - Format a Document May 25 Holi...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Career & College, Community Engagement
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Instruction Details: 

Introduction to Word

May 4 Word - Keyboard & Mouse

May 11 Word I - Intro to Terminology

May 18 Word II - Format a Document

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Pop-up Book Sale

Saturday, May 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:

Great bargain used books

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

Great bargain used books

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

Saturday Story Time in the Park

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Park Area - Kensington at Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Literature
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Saturday is story time in Kensington Park. Bring a blanket to sit on and get ready for stories, songs, and bubbles! Recommended for ages 1-5. Older siblings are welcome to join in ...

Library Branch: Kensington-Normal Heights Library
Room: Park Area - Kensington
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

Saturday is story time in Kensington Park. Bring a blanket to sit on and get ready for stories, songs, and bubbles! Recommended for ages 1-5. Older siblings are welcome to join in on the fun!

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.

Lego Builders Club

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Area - Oak Park at Oak Park Library
Program Type:
Featured, Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Early Learning, LGBTQIA+, Wellness
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Make something extraordinary! DUPLO Legos are available.

Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Room: Main Area - Oak Park
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Featured, Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Early Learning, LGBTQIA+, Wellness
Event Details:

Make something extraordinary! DUPLO Legos are available.

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

Lecture Series: Frida Kahlo and her Art

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement,
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

The San Diego Independent Scholars organization presents a Monthly Lecture Series event. This event is both in person and via zoom. The in-person venue is the North University Com...

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Community Room - North University
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement,
Event Details:

The San Diego Independent Scholars organization presents a Monthly Lecture Series event.
This event is both in person and via zoom. The in-person venue is the North University Community Library, 8820 Judicial Drive, San Diego, CA 92122.

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

Kuchipudi: Traditional Indian Dance Performance for Children

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Community Room - Mission Valley at Mission Valley Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us for a family-friendly performance showcasing the South Indian dance form known as Kuchipudi. This traditional dance combines intricate footwork, dramatic facial expressions...

Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Valley
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Join us for a family-friendly performance showcasing the South Indian dance form known as Kuchipudi.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

RB Chess Club

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Area - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
All Ages
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 a...

Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Children's Area - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: All Ages
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.

Chess Club

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

All levels of players are welcome. There will be instruction for beginners and opportunities for kids to play against other kids at their own level. Geared to Grades 1-5.

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Seminar Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

All levels of players are welcome. There will be instruction for beginners and opportunities for kids to play against other kids at their own level. Geared to Grades 1-5.

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

Hangout Hub

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Accessibility, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Unwind, hang out, and meet friends at PQ library's new Hangout Hub! You can: · Enjoy assorted board games, adult coloring pages, puzzles, even Legos to unleash your...

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

Unwind, hang out, and meet friends at PQ library's new Hangout Hub!

You can:

· Enjoy assorted board games, adult coloring pages, puzzles, even Legos to unleash your creativity.

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

Dance Pants

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 11:45am - 12:15pm
Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement,
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

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

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

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

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

Mindful Meditation

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, , Wellness
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Mindful meditation can help lower heart rate, respiration, blood pressure, and stress.  Instructors from the Healthy Adventures Foundation will lead participants in meditative...

Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Wellness
Event Details:

Mindful meditation can help lower heart rate, respiration, blood pressure, and stress.  Instructors from the Healthy Adventures Foundation will lead participants in meditative breathing, a contract/relax exercise, and guided imagery.  At

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

Study and Chill

Monday, May 13, 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 "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Song Battle with Librarian DJ D

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Center- Game Room (2nd Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Have you had a song stuck in your head all week and you just love it? Come share it with librarian DJ D and he will counter with his song pick and then the battle will be judged! S...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teen Center- Game Room (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Have you had a song stuck in your head all week and you just love it? Come share it with librarian DJ D and he will counter with his song pick and then the battle will be judged!

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.

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, May 13, 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 "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
Encouraged
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.

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

Teen Game Room

Monday, May 13, 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 "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.

Tween & UP Graphic Novels & Manga Book Club & Game night

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room - Carmel Valley at Carmel Valley Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Literature
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Event Details:

We'll choose books for the next 2. Join us with your book recommendations!    

Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Literature
Event Details:

We'll choose books for the next 2. Join us with your book recommendations!

 

 

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

Evening Book Club

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Literature
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Want to connect with other readers?   Welcome to Rancho Peñasquitos Library’s Evening Book Club, where you'll have the opportunity to connect with new people, read a variet...

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

Want to connect with other readers?  

Welcome to Rancho Peñasquitos Library’s Evening Book Club, where you'll have the opportunity to connect with new people, read a variety of books, and engage in interesting discussions.

College Area Planning Board

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room - College-Rolando at College-Rolando Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Program Type: Community Engagement
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.

Michael Rayner Comedy/Variety Show with Juggling!

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Patio - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Michael Rayner, comedian, expert juggler, and oddball face balancer, brings his uniquely energetic brand of humor and hilarity in a show described as "preposterous brilliance" and ...

Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Children's Patio - Linda Vista
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Performing Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Michael Rayner, comedian, expert juggler, and oddball face balancer, brings his uniquely energetic brand of humor and hilarity in a show described as "preposterous brilliance" and "whacky jugglement"!

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

Super Hero Story Time at Comic Con Museum

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Outreach
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Early Learning,
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Ages 0-5 Visit the Comic Con Museum on Free Tuesdays and enjoy a super hero story time with SDPL Librarian Ms. Wendy from the Central Library Children's Department.  Enjoy ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Learning,
Event Details:

Ages 0-5

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.