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Remember Us The Holocaust (RUTH) Exhibit

All Day 1/12 - 6/28
LJ - Garth Family Reading Level - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement
Age Group:
All Ages

Now extended through June 28, 2026!

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - Garth Family Reading Level - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Now extended through June 28, 2026!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

In The Land of... Feminist Image Group Exhibition

All Day 6/22 - 12/31
AC - Popular Library - Fairway - Central at Central Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement
Age Group:
All Ages

 

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Popular Library - Fairway - Central
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement
Event Details:

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Uncharted Elsewhere

All Day 8/3 - 1/4
AC - Art Gallery - Central at Central Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
All Ages

Uncharted Elsewhere is a mixed-media exhibition exploring the surreal complexities of contemporary life!

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - Art Gallery - Central
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Uncharted Elsewhere is a mixed-media exhibition exploring the surreal complexities of contemporary life!

UC Library Branch Closure

All Day 8/18 - 8/18
University Community Library

Our facility will be closed starting Monday, August 18, 2025 Reopening Spring 2026 due to facility improvements.

Closing
Branches:
University Community Library
Description:

Our facility will be closed starting Monday, August 18, 2025 Reopening Spring 2026 due to facility improvements.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

OnView | Photo Posters of the National Parks by Chris Witnik

All Day 9/8 - 12/31
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
All Ages

September 8 – December 31, 2025

Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

September 8 – December 31, 2025

This event is in the "All Ages" group

OnView | An Artist’s View-4 Artists 4 ART

All Day 10/1 - 12/31
Point Loma/Hervey Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
All Ages

Art by

Maureen Blackhall

Cathy Coverley

Vicky DeLong

Joanne Newman

 

Artist Talk:  Saturday, November 1, from 1 - 2 pm.

 

 

Library Branch: Point Loma/Hervey Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

Art by

Maureen Blackhall

Cathy Coverley

Vicky DeLong

Joanne Newman

 

Artist Talk:  Saturday, November 1, from 1 - 2 pm.

 

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

OnView | Beyond Our Doors: Art by Doris Bertch and Jo-Lind Eckstein

All Day 10/2 - 12/31
Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
All Ages

Viewers will be captivated by the expressive, atmospheric landscapes created by Doris Bertch and Jo-Lind Eckstein.

Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Viewers will be captivated by the expressive, atmospheric landscapes created by Doris Bertch and Jo-Lind Eckstein.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

OnView | Art by Mike Mike

All Day 10/6 - 12/31
Central Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Age Group:
All Ages

October 6 – December 31, 2025

Central Library | 2nd Floor Display

Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation
Event Details:

October 6 – December 31, 2025

Central Library | 2nd Floor Display

This event is in the "All Ages" group

OnView | Color it Contemporary

All Day 11/4 - 1/17
LJ - Community Room - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
All Ages

November 4, 2025 – January 17, 2026

 

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

November 4, 2025 – January 17, 2026

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Booksale

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 9:30am - 3:00pm
SC - Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery - San Carlos at San Carlos Library
Program Type:
Featured, Community Engagement
Age Group:
All Ages

Come and buy some books from the San Carlos Friends of the Library (SCFOL)!  We have hardbacks, paperbacks, books on CD, children’s books, and more!  Funds help the San Carlos Branch Library purchase books, programs, and equipment. 

Library Branch: San Carlos Library
Room: SC - Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery - San Carlos
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Featured, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Come and buy some books from the San Carlos Friends of the Library (SCFOL)!  We have hardbacks, paperbacks, books on CD, children’s books, and more!  Funds help the San Carlos Branch Library purchase books, programs, and equipment. 

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

Holiday Workshop & Party

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 9:30am - 3:00pm
LJ - Community Room - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Stay tuned for details.

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - Community Room - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Stay tuned for details.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Friends of the Tierrasanta Branch Library's Used Book Sale!

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
TS - Community Room - Tierrasanta at Tierrasanta Library
Program Type:
Literature
Age Group:
All Ages

The Friends of the Tierrasanta Branch Library is in full swing once again with their monthly used book sale! Come on in and see what we have and get great bargains. We will be here 3 days at 4985 La Cuenta Drive San Diego, CA 92124

Library Branch: Tierrasanta Library
Room: TS - Community Room - Tierrasanta
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

The Friends of the Tierrasanta Branch Library is in full swing once again with their monthly used book sale! Come on in and see what we have and get great bargains. We will be here 3 days at 4985 La Cuenta Drive San Diego, CA 92124

Infinity Lab

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 2:30pm
MX - Performing Arts Center & Multi-Purpose Room - Valencia Park/Malcom X at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: MX - Performing Arts Center & Multi-Purpose Room - Valencia Park/Malcom X
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group

SDPL at December Nights

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 11:00am - 9:00pm
Outreach
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age

Heading to December Nights? Don’t Miss the Fun at the San Diego Public Library Booth!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Heading to December Nights? Don’t Miss the Fun at the San Diego Public Library Booth!

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

Core Biology Concept Workshop

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
PR - IDEA Lab - Pacific Highlands Ranch at Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Welcome to the Core Biology Concept Workshop!

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library
Room: PR - IDEA Lab - Pacific Highlands Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Welcome to the Core Biology Concept Workshop!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

TECH Connect

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Oak Park Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
All Ages

Frustrated with your new phone? Need help downloading or uploading?

Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

Frustrated with your new phone? Need help downloading or uploading?

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

IDEA lab CAD club school aged kids & teens

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
LJ - IDEA Lab - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Program Type:
IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens

Beginner friendly computer-aided design (CAD) projects such as keychains and simple geometric models. 3D printing available during class. Open to all school aged children. No previous experience necessary. No reservations needed. 

Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: LJ - IDEA Lab - La Jolla/Riford
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces, Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Beginner friendly computer-aided design (CAD) projects such as keychains and simple geometric models. 3D printing available during class. Open to all school aged children. No previous experience necessary. No reservations needed. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Make It! Card Making and Gift Wrap Station

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
AC - IDEA Lab Program - Central at Central Library
Program Type:
IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Age Group:
All Ages

Throughout December, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to make a card, gift wrap, gift tag, or other paper crafts for the holiday season at our Card Making & Gift Wrap Station

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: AC - IDEA Lab Program - Central
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: IDEA Labs/Makerspaces
Event Details:

Throughout December, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to make a card, gift wrap, gift tag, or other paper crafts for the holiday season at our Card Making & Gift Wrap Station

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

Everyone Plays @ The Library - Placeholder

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:30pm - 5:30pm
RP - Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

EVERYONE Plays @ the Library is a fun way to play your own board games with new friends or play the many games on hand at the library.

Whether you’re already an avid board gamer or are looking to learn, all ages are welcome!

Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Library
Room: RP - Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

EVERYONE Plays @ the Library is a fun way to play your own board games with new friends or play the many games on hand at the library.

Whether you’re already an avid board gamer or are looking to learn, all ages are welcome!

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

Chess Club

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
SK - Children's Nook - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Wellness
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens

Join us on the first Saturday of each month, come and join us with Mr. Jesus to learn the skill of playing Chess. For all ages.

Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: SK - Children's Nook - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:

Join us on the first Saturday of each month, come and join us with Mr. Jesus to learn the skill of playing Chess. For all ages.

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

Shoe Tying Practice for Kids

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
VA - Children's Area - Carmel Valley at Carmel Valley Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age

December 6th is Put Your Shoes on Day! 

Head to the children's area and practice tying your shoes. Participants will receive a shoe outline that they can put around their shoe and practice lacing.

 

Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: VA - Children's Area - Carmel Valley
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

December 6th is Put Your Shoes on Day! 

Head to the children's area and practice tying your shoes. Participants will receive a shoe outline that they can put around their shoe and practice lacing.

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

RB Chess Club

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
RB - Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
All Ages

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!

 

Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: RB - Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - 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 "Emerging Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday Celebration: A Regency-Inspired Afternoon

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
NC - Meeting Room - North Clairemont at North Clairemont Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Featured, Art, Films, Literature
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday with us on Saturday, December 6 at 2:00 PM! Enjoy a cozy afternoon featuring a screening of Emma (2020), Regency-themed crafts, and cream tea.

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Room: NC - Meeting Room - North Clairemont
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Featured, Art, Films, Literature
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday with us on Saturday, December 6 at 2:00 PM! Enjoy a cozy afternoon featuring a screening of Emma (2020), Regency-themed crafts, and cream tea.

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

EcoLogik Workshop | Drastic Plastic!

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
BA - Children's Area - Balboa at Balboa Library
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age

Plastic is everywhere, impacting our lives and the world around us. But what can we do to help solve this environmental problem?

Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Balboa Library
Room: BA - Children's Area - Balboa
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Plastic is everywhere, impacting our lives and the world around us. But what can we do to help solve this environmental problem?