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Storytime for All Ages

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room - Carmel Valley at Carmel Valley Library
Program Type:
Literature
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday afternoon for stories and songs for all ages!

Library Branch: Carmel Valley Library
Room: Community Room - Carmel Valley
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Literature
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday afternoon for stories and songs for all ages!

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

Crafts for Kids with Mr. Luan

Tuesday, May 21, 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!

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.

Asian American Representation in Literature: An Author Talk with Rebecca F. Kuang

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
SDPL Virtual Branch
Program Type:
Online/Virtual, Author Talk
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

We welcome you to register for a thrilling conversation with Rebecca F. Kuang (R.F. Kuang), as she chats with us about her New York Times bestselling novel, Yellowfa...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: SDPL Virtual Branch
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Online/Virtual, Author Talk
Event Details:

We welcome you to register for a thrilling conversation with Rebecca F. Kuang (R.F.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

HRC - CHESS CLUB

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Homeschool Resource Center at Mission Valley Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Have you always wanted to learn how to play chess or improve your skills? If you have never played before, or are just looking for someone to practice with, join us for some friend...

Library Branch: Mission Valley Library
Room: Homeschool Resource Center
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Have you always wanted to learn how to play chess or improve your skills? If you have never played before, or are just looking for someone to practice with, join us for some friendly competition!  All supplies are provided.

Math and Reading Buddies

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library
Description of Event:

Join us each Tuesday as teen volunteers read to children of all ages and/or assist them with their math homework. A GREAT way for children to build reading and math skills thru ...

La Jolla/Riford Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library
Room: Children's Area - La Jolla/Riford
Description of Event

Join us each Tuesday as teen volunteers read to children of all ages and/or assist them with their math homework.

A GREAT way for children to build reading and math skills thru positive reinforcement from a teen role model. 

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

RB Kids Book Club

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Frank Lenfesty Seminar Room - Rancho Bernardo at Rancho Bernardo Library
Program Type:
Literature
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

What’s almost as much fun as reading a great book? Talking about a great book! Join us for a monthly session where we’ll discuss the book choice for the month and do a related craf...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Rancho Bernardo Library
Room: Frank Lenfesty Seminar Room - Rancho Bernardo
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Literature
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

What’s almost as much fun as reading a great book? Talking about a great book! Join us for a monthly session where we’ll discuss the book choice for the month and do a related craft together.

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.

Sharing Stories with Furry Friends!

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area - Valencia Park/Malcolm X at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Program Type:
Literature, Wellness
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a special Reading with Furry Friends.  We'll read stories, learn about the how to take care of pets, and then you get a chance to get up close with a furry (or sca...

Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Children's Area - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults
Program Type: Literature, Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for a special Reading with Furry Friends.  We'll read stories, learn about the how to take care of pets, and then you get a chance to get up close with a furry (or scaly) friends.   Each month will feature a different type o

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Sketch Night

Tuesday, May 21, 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 Height

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

Tech Tuesdays

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Balboa Library
Program Type:
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Got stuck on borrowing an eBook? Need help setting up that new tablet? Bring your questions and devices to receive one-on-one assistance with: · Cloud Library, SDPL to Go ...

Library Branch: Balboa Library
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type:
Event Details:

Got stuck on borrowing an eBook? Need help setting up that new tablet? Bring your questions and devices to receive one-on-one assistance with:

· Cloud Library, SDPL to Go

· iPad, iPhone, MacBook

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.

Chess at the Beach

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Lobby - Pacific Beach/Taylor at Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, , Science/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Let's play chess!  All ages and skill levels are welcome to play casual games in our relaxed setting.  Do you prefer slow chess, blitz chess, clock or no clock?  ...

Library Branch: Pacific Beach/Taylor Library
Room: Lobby - Pacific Beach/Taylor
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, , Science/STEAM
Event Details:

Let's play chess!  All ages and skill levels are welcome to play casual games in our relaxed setting. 

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

ToshWerks: Build Your Own Terrarium

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Teen Center - Study Tables (2nd Floor) at Central Library
Program Type:
Art,
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Build your own Terrarium in Up Cycled Containers. Making your own terrarium is fun and surprisingly easy, and equally easy to maintain!

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teen Center - Study Tables (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art,
Event Details:

Build your own Terrarium in Up Cycled Containers. Making your own terrarium is fun and surprisingly easy, and equally easy to maintain!

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 21, 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. 

Estate Planning Seminar: Establishing a Will and Trust

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos
Description of Event:

Informational seminar open to the general public to discuss the importance of establishing will, trust, and other estate planning documents. We will also discuss the probate proces...

Rancho Peñasquitos
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos
Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos
Description of Event

Informational seminar open to the general public to discuss the importance of establishing will, trust, and other estate planning documents. We will also discuss the probate process.

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

Teen Game Room

Tuesday, May 21, 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 "All Ages" 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Game Night

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa at Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Age Group:
All Ages, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Come to the library to learn and play board games.  We will have a collection of games available and you are also welcome to bring your own games.  Game play will be self...

Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Room: Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa
Age Group: All Ages, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Come to the library to learn and play board games.  We will have a collection of games available and you are also welcome to bring your own games.  Game play will be self-led by participants.  All ages welcome!

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

Teen Dungeons and Dragons 101: Learn the Basics

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 222 - Central at Central Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Middle School Age, Teens
Event Details:

Always wanted to try table top gaming? Come in and learn the Basics of Dungeons Dragons! We welcome all players of varying experiences.  For ages 11-18.  Please ...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 222 - Central
Age Group: Middle School Age, Teens
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Always wanted to try table top gaming? Come in and learn the Basics of Dungeons Dragons!

We welcome all players of varying experiences. 

For ages 11-18. 

Please feel free to e-mail me any questions!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Tinker Tuesdays

Tuesday, May 21, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Friends of the Clairemont Library Book Club

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Clairemont Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

May's Book:  David Copperfield by Charles Dickens June Book:  Trust by Hernan Diaz July Book:   Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout Pick up your book ...

Library Branch: Clairemont Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

May's Book:  David Copperfield by Charles Dickens

June Book:  Trust by Hernan Diaz

July Book:   Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout

Pick up your book at the Circulation Desk

Storytime Huddle with Lincoln High School Athletes

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Children's Area - Valencia Park/Malcolm X at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Event Details:

Ready, set, read...Join local athletes from the Lincoln High School Football Team for a monthly read aloud event.  This event takes place on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 5...

Library Branch: Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library
Room: Children's Area - Valencia Park/Malcolm X
Event Details:

Ready, set, read...Join local athletes from the Lincoln High School Football Team for a monthly read aloud event.  This event takes place on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 5:30pm.  Hosted by Reading Legacies, Day II Day Foundation,&nbs

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

Healthy Cooking Class: Foods and Moods

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room - Mountain View/Beckwourth at Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Program Type:
Wellness
Age Group:
Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to integrate more fruits, vegetables and whole grains into your diet, in a way that is tasty and doesn’t leave you feeling deprived of the foods you want? ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Mountain View/Beckwourth Library
Room: Community Room - Mountain View/Beckwourth
Age Group: Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Wellness
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to integrate more fruits, vegetables and whole grains into your diet, in a way that is tasty and doesn’t leave you feeling deprived of the foods you want? Sign-up for our hands-on cooking classes.

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

Pajama Signing Storytime!

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Caroline de Llamas Children's Area - San Ysidro at San Ysidro Library
Program Type:
, Literature, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Join us for a new pajama storytime featuring sign language basics to foster early literacy skills with Miss Jennifer from Signs at Play, now on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each mont...

Library Branch: San Ysidro Library
Room: Caroline de Llamas Children's Area - San Ysidro
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Program Type: , Literature, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Join us for a new pajama storytime featuring sign language basics to foster early literacy skills with Miss Jennifer from Signs at Play, now on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month @6pm.

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.

Pajama Storytime

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Community Room - Tierrasanta at Tierrasanta Library
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Snuggle up to a great book at Pajama Storytime. Put on your pajamas and head to the Tierrasanta library to join us for a special, evening Storytime. Little ones and their caregiver...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Tierrasanta Library
Room: Community Room - Tierrasanta
Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Snuggle up to a great book at Pajama Storytime. Put on your pajamas and head to the Tierrasanta library to join us for a special, evening Storytime.

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.

Children's Early Evening Storytime & Craft

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Area - University Heights at University Heights Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Literature
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Event Details:

Visit the library for a Tuesday evening entertaining and enlightening seasonal storytime. Enjoy favorite children's songs and fun musical instruments followed by a creative arts &a...

Library Branch: University Heights Library
Room: Children's Area - University Heights
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature
Event Details:

Visit the library for a Tuesday evening entertaining and enlightening seasonal storytime. Enjoy favorite children's songs and fun musical instruments followed by a creative arts & crafts activity.

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.

Critical Documents: Your Signature Here

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills at Skyline Hills Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Community Engagement, Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Library Branch: Skyline Hills Library
Room: Multipurpose Room - Skyline Hills
Age Group: Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Community Engagement, Wellness