Week Calendar

Join Little Saigon SD on Wednesday mornings at the Annex for FREE Tai Chi classes for seniors! 

Join us for an hour of chair yoga and meditation; stretch, breathe, and take care of your body. 

Robert Warren leads this popular qi gong class, a mind-body-spirit practice that improves one's mental and physical health by integrating posture, movement, and breathing technique.

This is a social group where you can practice your fiber craft in good company, showing off your latest projects, getting support, and make friends. All levels are welcome.

Learn about and play the fun tile game of Mahjong. All playing levels are welcome. Three sets will be available for use. Bring your own 2025 cards if you have them.

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. 

Award winning Ventriloquist and Inspirational Speaker Marc Griffiths is going to put on a puppet show of a lifetime: Oceans of Possibilities!  

My Live Interactive Video Preschool/Kindergarten Storytimes, good for kids ages 4 to 6, are fun, kinetic, and humorous experiences!  I make it a point not just to read books, but to perform them as well!

Join us for a lapsit storytime with board books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for pre-walkers. For ages 0 to pre-walkers.

Join us in this dancing storytime that geared towards toddlers and their parents. Enjoy new and classic stories of all kinds and get ready to get all those wiggles out and dance away the jiggles and pent up energy!

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 is El Día de los Niños/El Día de los Libros, also known as Día!  This annual celebration of children, family, and reading emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cult

In this highly interactive, music-based storytime program, children have the opportunity to make music, learn beats, and dance and move to the sounds. All ages are welcome to attend.

Learn signs to use with your child! Signing fun with songs, stories, and finger plays as well as tips for using sign language as a preverbal communication tool with your little one.

Please join Ms. Svetlana and special guest Ms. Jackie from University Community Library in celebration of Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros -  Children's Day/Day of Books.

This Storytime regularly incorporates books, songs, egg shakers, and sign language and is appropriate for toddlers and preschoolers. Sponsored by SRFOL. 

The sessions are exactly the same. Ms. Joyce reads simple books, we sing songs, do our bouncy rhymes, fingerplays, shake our shakers, and have fun!

The 2 sessions are exactly the same. Ms. Joyce reads simple books, we sing songs, do our bouncy rhymes, fingerplays, shake our shakers, and we have fun!

Join us for a special storytime as we celebrate El Día de los Niños/El Día de los Libros!  Our friends from Write Out Loud will be performing a special Kamishibai Storytime, or Theatre Box Story program. Don't miss this unique event!

Join us for a special storytime event with Literature Comes to Life.  Audience members will join the cast and help tell the story with fun props and costumes.

Join us for this special edition of Let's Play! to celebrate Día de los Niños. Every April 30, Día de los Niños y Día de los Libros, is an annual observance in Latin America to celebrate youth and the power of literacy.

Mind and Body Fitness is done mostly standing or in a chair. No mats required.
Space is limited to 25 people per class.

Be sure to get to the library a little early, this class fills up fast!

Join in as we read, sing, dance, and play at Toddler Storytime!  Come and build essential early literacy skills and foster a love of reading. Designed for children ages 1-3.

We are providing activities for adults to choose from: board games, adult coloring, puzzles, etc.  Choose your activity and socialize with others. 

Bilingual.

Crisis House will host a resource table for individuals experiencing homelessness, domestic violence, addiction, health conditions, and lack of access to food & housing. 

Their team will be offering the following services:

For those contemplating constructing a family tree, as well as for experienced genealogy researchers.

Volunteers are there to help guide you in your research.

No appointment necessary. First come, first served.

Welcome families to Stay and Play!

Join us as we celebrate Children's Day (Día del Niño) with a story time, music and a fun craft that celebrates the diversity and inclusion of cultures from around the world.

Join us for a special edition of our 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!

Ms. Ann reads fun stories and sings songs followed by craft time.

Welcome families to Stay and Play!

Ages 0-5 

Stay and Play at the library with us!  Come and enjoy our early literacy rich environment of learning through play!

10:30 Sensory Story Time with Ms. Natale and Ms. Wendy!

11:00 Snack Time

Babies and toddlers ages 0-18 months and their caregivers will enjoy songs, lap-sits and rhymes that foster early literacy skills.

Join us for "Sign-a-Story Circle Time" with Baby Sign Language Basics author, Monta Z. Briant. Parents learn how to use ASL signs for early communication with their babies through stories, songs, and other fun activities. 

Join us for our morning storytime!  Every Thursday there will be a fun story plus some giggles and wiggles from 10am- 10:30am. 

Join Miss Valerie in the Children's Storywell for a Storytime appropriate for toddlers and preschoolers. 

Join us for a storytime that fosters early literacy!  Features books, songs, action rhymes, and finger plays that invite participation.  Ages 1-5.  Every Thursday. 

Join us Thursday mornings at 10am for stories, songs, finger games and more! 

Come let your baby or toddler learn about the world by exploring. Little ones are able to make noise, play, and meet new friends. This is a loosely structured, baby-led program of play, stories, bubbles, songs and more.

Join us as we read, sing, and dance this special Storytime, which encourages a love of reading and builds essential early literacy skills. A unique craft follows each Storytime.

Bring the kiddos to the library every Thursday morning for a variety of play!  Storytime, crafts, dancing, songs and most of all FUN!

Join us for a Lifeguard Read-Aloud session! Engage with Lifeguards, participate in interactive activities, and learn how to be safe at the beach and bay.  This program is perfect to introduce toddlers to beach safety this Summer!

Children learn simple signing in a fun, storytime format.

Join Ms. Camille and Ms. Melissa every Thursday at the OB Rec Center for storytime and free play for children 0 to 5 years old. Each week children will have the opportunity to explore and socialize and so will their caregivers!

For young children (ages 2-6) and their families: learn important social skills, problem-solving, and early literacy through cooperative games! In partnership with Toy Hermit.

“Writing Practice” is based on Natalie Goldberg’s wonderful 1986 book Writing Down the Bones. Natalie has inspired generations of writers to get their juices flowing. Here are the rules: Take a set amount of time.

Preschool storytime for babies, toddlers, and all preschoolers!

Welcome families to Stay and Play. This program is focused towards children 0-5 years old and their caregivers. Every Thursday we will offer free play.

With the help of her ukulele and even some puppet friends, Miss Marae will guide and encourage you to explore music with your child.

Ages 1-5

Let's build, create, and play while we grow our little builders minds!!  Come play with Duplo Legos for preschool STEM learning.  Caregiver participation required.

I'll show kids how to draw basic shapes.  Then we'll add other elements to those shapes to create popular objects like people, bunnies, cars, fish, caterpillars, houses, etc..  Throughout the lessen I'll have them color parts of those ob

I'll show kids how to draw basic shapes.  Then we'll add other elements to those shapes to create popular objects like people, bunnies, cars, fish, caterpillars, houses, etc..  Throughout the lessen I'll have them color parts of those ob

Recommended for ages 2-5, this storytime program includes books, songs, games, and early literacy fun! A to-go craft will be provided at the end.

Kensington-Normal Heights Librarians will share stories, songs, and bubbles with children ages 3-5. Older and younger siblings welcome! Bring a blanket to sit on the grass. 

Join in as we read, sing, dance, and play in this special storytime meant to encourage a love of reading and build essential early literacy skills.

Stay for an after-storytime craft project featuring a new craft each week.

All young children and their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs and rhymes. Held outdoors on the grass, bring a blanket or chair.  No Registration required. We hope to see you there!

Presented by Write Out Loud San Diego, "StoryBox" is the American name given to the Japanese storytelling tradition called kamishibai.

We invite you to join our Baby Dance Party, singing and dancing along with Ms. Andrea from Dance to Evolve! 

We will have songs, movement and tons of fun for your babies to dance, play, and interact! 

A 45-minute Storytime for young children including books and music with the addition of American Sign Language signs with Jennifer Duncan from Signs at Play.

Join us for a low impact exercise class to assist with balance, flexibility and stamina.  

En English and Espanol.  

Improve your English language skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. Whether you're a beginner or looking to polish your conversational English, this group is perfect for practicing with fellow language enthusiasts.

Welcome families to Stay and Play. This program is focused towards children 0-5 years old and their caregivers.

Would you like to learn to knit, crochet, do needlework or just spend time with other creators?

Bring your current project to work on, or if new to the hobbies, we'll help you get going!

The San Diego Futures Foundation is hosting FREE in-person classes for people of all skill levels.  

This month, come and learn:

For those contemplating constructing a family tree, as well as for experienced genealogy researchers.

Volunteers are there to help guide you in your research.

No appointment necessary. First come, first served.

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

Join us for a monthly art class for homeschoolers ages 6 and up. We'll engage in various artforms including drawing and painting. Registration is required below.

All young children and their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs and rhymes. Held outdoors on the grass, bring a blanket or chair.  No Registration required. We hope to see you there!

Each class includes breathing practices (pranayama), postures rooted in functional movement (asana), and relaxation (savasana). All movements and exercises aim to strengthen the body and mind. These classes are open to all ages, all levels.

Bring the littles and come for a fun dance party and maybe a storytime!  We will dance to fun songs, use egg shakers, and dance with bubbles!

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 t

Please join us for storytime and craft every Saturday morning in the Children's Area at 10:00AM. 

Are you ready to take your commute to the next level?

Join Ms. Lynn for a bilingual Vietnamese and English picture book storytime, followed by a craft program.  The program is for children ages 4-8 years-old. Win a prize.  

Join the knitting and crochet circle. Improve your skills in these traditional art forms.  Bring your project for social crafting!

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.

You never know what treasures you might find at the monthly Friends of the North Park Library monthly book sale!  Members of the Friends group will be available to discuss memberships and joining the Friends group as well.

Week seven of the Pegasus Poetry Workshop series. 

Reduce, reuse, recycle and practice your machine sewing skills!  Join Clickbitz for a free sewing class where attendees will make their own reusable tote bag.  

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments.

Visit the library on Saturday & create a terrific craft. All supplies provided! 

Our classes can help teach you how to be confident with your devices. 

Class Structure: 

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

A bilingual storytime in English and Spanish. Together we will enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories.

Hora de cuentos bilingüe en inglés y español. Juntos disfrutaremos de canciones, rimas y cuentos.

These Storytimes, good for kids ages 4 to 6, are fun, kinetic, and humorous experiences!  I make it a point not just to read books, but to perform them as well!

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

Join us every Saturday from 10am-noon for Lego and Rokenbok Club! Patrons will be able to build at their own pace.

We will provide a lego square to build on and patrons can continue to build on it week after week. 

Join us for a vibrant showcase of student artwork presented by The Artist Lab San Diego! This special event will feature a diverse collection of paintings, drawings, and mixed media pieces created by talented young artists.

Tai Chi Moving for Better Balance (Tai Ji Quan) has been shown to improve balance and mobility and reduce the risk of falls.  People of all ability levels are welcome.  This class can be conducted from a seated or standing position.&nbsp

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!

Come join us every Tuesday at 11:30am for Music and Motion! This program is designed to introduce babies and toddlers to music, dance and instruments. We will learn new motor skills, shake our sillies out and sing at the top of our lungs.

Work on your flexibility, strength building and quiet your mind with functional movement practice. Participate at your own ability. Wear flexible clothing and bring any preferred yoga equipment.

The 2 sessions are exactly the same. Ms. Joyce reads simple books, we sing songs, do our bouncy rhymes, fingerplays, shake our shakers, and we have fun!

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

Library for All is a monthly program for adults with special needs. People of all abilities are welcome to participate in this event.

Need a space for your little one to play and socialize with other toddlers?  Then our Stay & Play program is for you!

We're getting ready for a Dia de Los Ninos & Libros celebration featuring pony rides and a petting zoo on Wednesday, April 30th, from 11am-1pm!

A gathering of intermediate & advanced players who want to enjoy a few rounds of mahjong together!

Materials are provided

Digital Navigators will be onsite for free, one-on-one assistance to help you.  Get basic tech support or improve your computer skills.

Children 0-5 years old and their caregivers are invited to join us for Odi Buddies! We will sing songs, do rhymes, fingerplays, shake our shakers and have fun!

Please join Miss Ellie for storytime, songs, and some fun!