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Images of the 4 types of Mandalas that will be created in the series of workshops

Mandala Mondays

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor at Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Program Type:
, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Wellness
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

In this 4-week series of workshops, participants will learn about the symbolism of mandalas and then will create their own.  Each session begins with a discussion of the meani

Encouraged
Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: , IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:
In this 4-week series of workshops, participants will learn about the symbolism of mandalas and then will create their own.  Each session begins with a discussion of the meaning and significance of that week's mandala, a short meditation, drawin...
Flyer advertising Study and Chill program for teens to come into the IDEA Lab and use the space for their self-study needs. We can provide computers with internet access, office supplies, and printing use.

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...
Lego Bricks

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.  ...
3D Printer, Idea Lab, Design, Laptop, House, White Background

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...
Penny Boat Challenge

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. 

Encouraged
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...
Flyer advertising Study and Chill program for teens to come into the IDEA Lab and use the space for their self-study needs. We can provide computers with internet access, office supplies, and printing use.

Study and Chill

Tuesday, April 30, 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...
hand holding slime

DIY @ the TEEN IDEA Lab: Slime

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Lobby - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Attention all Tweens and Teens! Stop by the Teen IDEA Lab where we will DIY projects using various equipment in the lab.  For tweens and teens ages 9 - 18.  &nbs

Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Lobby - Logan Heights
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Event Details:
Attention all Tweens and Teens! Stop by the Teen IDEA Lab where we will DIY projects using various equipment in the lab.  For tweens and teens ages 9 - 18.    ...
3D Printer, Idea Lab, Design, Laptop, House, White Background

Teen IDEA Lab

Tuesday, April 30, 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...
flyer describing dia event for teens on april 2024. we will provide free food and snacks including free books at the end of the program.

Youth Literacy Day: Anime Club

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Legler Benbough Performance Area at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Films, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Come join us celebrating literacy, language, and culture during our usual Anime Club time in honor of Children's Day and World Book Day. We will provide free food and snacks for pa

Encouraged
Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Legler Benbough Performance Area
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation, Films, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:
Come join us celebrating literacy, language, and culture during our usual Anime Club time in honor of Children's Day and World Book Day. We will provide free food and snacks for participating teens who complete an activity. Our big book giveaway extr...
Tinker Tuesday Flyer

Tinker Tuesdays

Tuesday, April 30, 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. Open to all ages; some equipment in th...
Flyer describing weekly Study and Chill program.

Study and Chill

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Legler Benbough Performance 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 Performance 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...
3D Printer, Idea Lab, Design, Laptop, House, White Background

Teen IDEA Lab /Laboratorio de Ideas para Adolescentes

Wednesday, May 1, 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...
Flyer describing weekly Study and Chill program.

Study and Chill

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Legler Benbough Performance 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 Performance 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...
Clouds, smoke, explosion,

DIY @ the Teen IDEA Lab: May 4th/Comic Book Day Button Making Party!!

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Lobby - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults
Event Details:

Tweens and Teens! Stop by the Teen IDEA Lab for a special DIY in preparation for May 4th and Free Comic Book Day! We will be making May 4th and comic book themed buttons usin

Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Lobby - Logan Heights
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Event Details:
Tweens and Teens! Stop by the Teen IDEA Lab for a special DIY in preparation for May 4th and Free Comic Book Day! We will be making May 4th and comic book themed buttons using recycled comics. For tweens and teens ages 9 - 18.  While...
3D Printer, Idea Lab, Design, Laptop, House, White Background

Teen IDEA Lab /Laboratorio de Ideas para Adolescentes

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 3:30pm - 6:00pm
David C. Copley Foundation Teen IDEA Lab at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults
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: Teens, Emerging Adults
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 may...
Star Wars Day at the Central IDEA Lab 2024

Star Wars Day at the Central IDEA Lab

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
IDEA Lab Program at Central Library
Program Type:
IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for Star Wars Day at the Central IDEA Lab! Drop-in any time between 10 AM - 2 PM to celebrate with various maker activities. All ages welcome. While supplies last.

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: IDEA Lab Program
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Event Details:
Join us for Star Wars Day at the Central IDEA Lab! Drop-in any time between 10 AM - 2 PM to celebrate with various maker activities. All ages welcome. While supplies last. Schedule of projects: 10:00 - 11:00: Sew felt Porg shoulder pets...
Flyer advertising Study and Chill program for teens to come into the IDEA Lab and use the space for their self-study needs. We can provide computers with internet access, office supplies, and printing use.

Study and Chill

Monday, May 6, 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...
Lego Bricks

LEGO Power Hour

Monday, May 6, 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.  ...
3D Printer, Idea Lab, Design, Laptop, House, White Background

Teen IDEA Lab /Laboratorio de Ideas para Adolescentes

Monday, May 6, 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...
Sewing supplies

Sewing Basics Class: Make a Zipper Pouch

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro at San Ysidro Library
Program Type:
IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

All sewing levels welcome!  Ever wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine? New to sewing? No problem! No experience necessary!  Clicbitz Instructor Tracey Herriot will

Encouraged
Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
All sewing levels welcome!  Ever wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine? New to sewing? No problem! No experience necessary!  Clicbitz Instructor Tracey Herriot will show you the basics while you make a zipper pouch. Bring your own sew...
Flyer advertising Study and Chill program for teens to come into the IDEA Lab and use the space for their self-study needs. We can provide computers with internet access, office supplies, and printing use.

Study and Chill

Tuesday, May 7, 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...
tote, stars

DIY @ the TEEN IDEA Lab /Hazlo tú mismo en el laboratorio TEEN IDEA

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Lobby - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Attention all Tweens and Teens! Stop by the Teen IDEA Lab where we will DIY projects using various equipment in the lab.  Personalize a tote bag for a friend or a specia

Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Lobby - Logan Heights
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Event Details:
Attention all Tweens and Teens! Stop by the Teen IDEA Lab where we will DIY projects using various equipment in the lab.  Personalize a tote bag for a friend or a special adut in your life. Registration is not required. While supplies l...
3D Printer, Idea Lab, Design, Laptop, House, White Background

Teen IDEA Lab /Laboratorio de Ideas para Adolescentes

Tuesday, May 7, 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...
Flyer with event details and photo of earrings

Mother's Day Jewelry: A Tinker Tuesday Program

Tuesday, May 7, 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:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Make a pair of custom earrings, pendant, or charm for that special mother figure in your life.  You  will be using our Glowforge laser cutter and Silhouette Studio softwa

Encouraged
Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
Make a pair of custom earrings, pendant, or charm for that special mother figure in your life.  You  will be using our Glowforge laser cutter and Silhouette Studio software to create  your custom jewelry. Open to Ages 8–17 Regist...