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Spring Into STEAM: Portable Planetarium - Explore the Night Sky

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Program Type:
Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Take an out-of-this-world journey inside the portable planetarium! Explore the night sky, visit constellations and galaxies, and learn about our solar system. This program includes

Encouraged
Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Science/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Take an out-of-this-world journey inside the portable planetarium! Explore the night sky, visit constellations and galaxies, and learn about our solar system. This program includes special effects, such as lasers and music.  Presented by Full...
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.

Bike Commuting 101 / Fundamentos en desplazamiento en bici

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro at San Ysidro Library
Program Type:
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

This interactive presentation covers essential skills for potential or experienced bike commuters. Learn how to ride safely and legally, route planning strategies, basic bike maint

Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Lloyd de Llamas Community Room - San Ysidro
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type:
Event Details:
This interactive presentation covers essential skills for potential or experienced bike commuters. Learn how to ride safely and legally, route planning strategies, basic bike maintenance, and some valuable tips to make bike commuting more comfortable...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

May the 4th Be With You Movie: Star Wars: A New Hope

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor at Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Program Type:
Films
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Come join us for a big screen presentation of Star Wars: A New Hope, and discover or revisit where the Star Wars story began. George Lucas's Oscar-winning space fantasy about a

Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Community Room/Taylor Gallery - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Films
Event Details:
Come join us for a big screen presentation of Star Wars: A New Hope, and discover or revisit where the Star Wars story began. George Lucas's Oscar-winning space fantasy about a young man who joins a rebel alliance working to overthrow an evil empi...
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Saturday Drop In Craft

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Visit the library on Saturday and create a terrific craft. All materials provided. From 11:00-2:00. Bring a friend. 5th grade and younger. We look forward to seeing you.

Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Art
Event Details:
Visit the library on Saturday and create a terrific craft. All materials provided. From 11:00-2:00. Bring a friend. 5th grade and younger. We look forward to seeing you. ...
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

Lego Free Play

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Children's Area at North Clairemont Library
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Saturdays starting at 11:00am. Legos will be provided.

Library Branch: North Clairemont Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:
Saturdays starting at 11:00am. Legos will be provided. ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Community Garden Swap

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 11:30am - 2:00pm
Patio - Mission Hills/Hillcrest at Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Do you have extra plants, succulents, cuttings, seeds, fruits, vegetables, pots, or other items? Or do you need some? Bring what you can, and take what you need!

Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Patio - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:
Do you have extra plants, succulents, cuttings, seeds, fruits, vegetables, pots, or other items? Or do you need some? Bring what you can, and take what you need! ...
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Community Plant Swap!

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Patio - City Heights/Weingart at City Heights/Weingart Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Wellness
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Bring your plant cuttings, seedlings, surplus harvest or plants that need a new home to swap with other gardeners. All types of plants are welcome—please label if possible. Op

Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Patio - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Wellness
Event Details:
Bring your plant cuttings, seedlings, surplus harvest or plants that need a new home to swap with other gardeners. All types of plants are welcome—please label if possible. Optional but not required: feel free to bring extra containers, gar...
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.

Mother's Day Crafts

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Area - Oak Park at Oak Park Library
Program Type:
Art, Community Engagement, LGBTQIA+, Wellness
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Celebrate Mother's Day by making something special for your mom.

Library Branch: Oak Park Library
Room: Main Area - Oak Park
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, Community Engagement, LGBTQIA+, Wellness
Event Details:
Celebrate Mother's Day by making something special for your mom. ...
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.

Free Comic Book Day and Star Wars Day

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Emily Brightwood Children's Area - Mission Hills/Hillcrest at Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Come in for a free comic book and a Star Wars Craft! If we're lucky, we might have some special Star Wars guests come in for a visit! Hope to see you here!

Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Emily Brightwood Children's Area - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:
Come in for a free comic book and a Star Wars Craft! If we're lucky, we might have some special Star Wars guests come in for a visit! Hope to see you here! ...
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.

Kids Art Club

Saturday, May 4, 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! Volunteers will lead today's activity.   For ages 3 and up. No registration necessary. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. Program date

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! Volunteers will lead today's activity.   For ages 3 and up. No registration necessary. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. Program dates and times subject to change. ...
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.

Friends of the Linda Vista Library Meeting (in Person)

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room - Linda Vista at Linda Vista Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Want to help the Linda Vista Library and the great community it serves?  The Friends of the Linda Vista Library could always use an additional helping hand!  Come to the

Library Branch: Linda Vista Library
Room: Meeting Room - Linda Vista
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:
Want to help the Linda Vista Library and the great community it serves?  The Friends of the Linda Vista Library could always use an additional helping hand!  Come to the Meeting and discover how you too can make a significant difference! ...
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.

Bridge: Learn the Game from a Master

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room - North University at North University Community Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement,
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Would you like to learn a card game that is challenging for your mind while also providing a rewarding social experience with your friends? Bridge has been played by millions aroun

Library Branch: North University Community Library
Room: Community Room - North University
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement,
Event Details:
Would you like to learn a card game that is challenging for your mind while also providing a rewarding social experience with your friends? Bridge has been played by millions around the world since it took its current form about a century ago. It riv...
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Code with HER: Coding Culture: Chamorro Lantern (AAPI)

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
David C. Copley Foundation Teen IDEA Lab at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Featured, Art, Cultural Appreciation, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Free to participate! Every participant will be able to go home with a take-home, programmable LED lantern! In this workshop, participants will learn about the Chamorro culture f

Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: David C. Copley Foundation Teen IDEA Lab
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Featured, Art, Cultural Appreciation, Science/STEAM
Event Details:
Free to participate! Every participant will be able to go home with a take-home, programmable LED lantern! In this workshop, participants will learn about the Chamorro culture for AAPI Heritage Month through programming a basic LED Latte Stone lan...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group.

Glam Up: PROM

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa at Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Program Type:
Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults
Event Details:

Simple ways for teens/young adults to elevate their look for prom or any formal event. (Ages 16-21)

Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Room: Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Event Details:
Simple ways for teens/young adults to elevate their look for prom or any formal event. (Ages 16-21) ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Opening Reception for Art Exhibit "A Study of Shapes & Patterns in Nature" by Julie Bradbury Bennett

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest at Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Program Type:
Featured, Art
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Opening Reception: May 4 from 1:00 to 4:00PM. Reception includes light refreshments and a painting demonstration by the artist with time for Q&A.

Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
Room: Community Room - Mission Hills/Hillcrest
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Featured, Art
Event Details:
Opening Reception: May 4 from 1:00 to 4:00PM. Reception includes light refreshments and a painting demonstration by the artist with time for Q&A. ...
This event is in the "All Ages" 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.

Mother's Day Event /Evento del Día de la Madre

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room - Logan Heights at Logan Heights Library
Program Type:
Art, Cultural Appreciation, Films
Age Group:
All Ages, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Come and make a craft for your mother, family member, or special person in your life! We're providing the crafts, just come in and get ready to create a beautiful piece! Celebrate,

Library Branch: Logan Heights Library
Room: Community Room - Logan Heights
Age Group: All Ages, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art, Cultural Appreciation, Films
Event Details:
Come and make a craft for your mother, family member, or special person in your life! We're providing the crafts, just come in and get ready to create a beautiful piece! Celebrate, enjoy and relax all while watching a film! _______________________...
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Admit One: SAT Test Prep

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - City Heights/Weingart at City Heights/Weingart Library
Program Type:
, Library NExT
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Let San Diego Public Library assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college through the Admit One College Prep Academy! Admit One provides an advantage on S

Encouraged
Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library
Room: Community Room - City Heights/Weingart
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: , Library NExT
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:
Let San Diego Public Library assist you in preparing for the transition from high school to college through the Admit One College Prep Academy! Admit One provides an advantage on SAT and ACT test preparation. This program is brought to you in partner...
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Middle School Age" group.

Star Wars Party

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Area - Valencia Park/Malcolm X at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
Art, , Literature, Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

May the 4th Be With You at the library on Star Wars Day.  Join us for an afternoon of fun.  Local artists Toshwerks will be on hand to guide us in making fun Star Wars cr

Encouraged
Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Children's Area - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Art, , Literature, Science/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:
May the 4th Be With You at the library on Star Wars Day.  Join us for an afternoon of fun.  Local artists Toshwerks will be on hand to guide us in making fun Star Wars crafts.    All in attendance are encouraged to wear Star Wars ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Super Hero Craft

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room - Carmel Valley at Carmel Valley Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Art
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Dress up in your favorite Superhero costume and join us on Saturday, May 4th from 2-3pm to decorate your own Superhero door hanger, while supplies last. Open to everyone.

Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Celebration Month, Art
Event Details:
Dress up in your favorite Superhero costume and join us on Saturday, May 4th from 2-3pm to decorate your own Superhero door hanger, while supplies last. Open to everyone. ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

RB Chess Club

Saturday, May 4, 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!   All ages welcome. All skill le...
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.

Star Wars Day Celebration / Free Comic Book Day!

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room - College-Rolando at College-Rolando Library
Program Type:
Celebration Month, Featured, Art, Films
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate Star Wars Day & Free Comic Book Day! From 2:00-4:00pm watch a screening of Star Wars: A New Hope. Enjoy popcorn and refreshments during the screening. After the fi

Library Branch: College-Rolando Library
Room: Community Room - College-Rolando
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Celebration Month, Featured, Art, Films
Event Details:
Celebrate Star Wars Day & Free Comic Book Day! From 2:00-4:00pm watch a screening of Star Wars: A New Hope. Enjoy popcorn and refreshments during the screening. After the film, we will have some fun crafts, activities, and a photo shoot with m...
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.

Mandarin Chinese Storytime

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch at Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Program Type:
Cultural Appreciation, Literature
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us for Chinese stories and songs with Miss Canndy.  This program is for children, but all ages are welcome.  Please note that this is not a bilingual storytime. 

Library Branch: Carmel Mountain Ranch Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Literature
Event Details:
Join us for Chinese stories and songs with Miss Canndy.  This program is for children, but all ages are welcome.  Please note that this is not a bilingual storytime.  This program will be held on the first Saturday of the month in the ...
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.

Dancing With Dignity Performance

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Black Box Theatre at City Heights Performance Annex
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Inspired by the the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Dancing With Dignity invites you to ask what does dignity mean to you? How do you embody dignity? What might inhibit

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: Performing Arts
Event Details:
Inspired by the the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Dancing With Dignity invites you to ask what does dignity mean to you? How do you embody dignity? What might inhibit your claim of dignity, or how have you sacrificed your personal sense...
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.

Discovery Concert Series

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Featured, Community Engagement, , Performing Arts
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Winecreek Ensemble: "May The Fourth Be With You" The Winecreek Ensemble is a group of volunteer hobby musicians whose mission is dedicated to transforming orchestral musical wor

Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Bill & Marcia Collins Community Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Featured, Community Engagement, , Performing Arts
Event Details:
Winecreek Ensemble: "May The Fourth Be With You" The Winecreek Ensemble is a group of volunteer hobby musicians whose mission is dedicated to transforming orchestral musical works into intimate performances The Discovery Concert Series was crea...