Week Calendar

Mommies (and Daddies too) are invited to get to know other parents in the community while your child plays with their neighbors!  Age-appropriate toys and games will be provided for the little ones to play with.  Parents can meet new fri

Free, non-credit, English as a Second Language Class for adults, presented by Palomar College:

The Friends of the Tierrasanta Branch Library invites you to our monthly book sale! Find a gift for a loved one or treat yourself!

The sale takes place the first weekend of the month.

Friday: 11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

A Makerspace Craft Station is available in the Children’s Area with a different craft each week. All week long (Monday - Saturday).

Join Mr. Luan as he takes toddlers on an interactive storytime ride using felt boards, fingerplays, songs, maybe some puppets, and a lively book or two!

Through demonstration and hands-on projects, students will learn how to connect to a network and they will learn basic network concepts. Fundamentals of using the Internet, including the World Wide Web, email, bulletin boards, and file transfer.

Free, non-credit, English as a Second Language Class for adults, presented by Palomar College:

The North San Diego Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted by MiraCosta College and funded in part by the Small Business Administration will provide free one-on-one consulting for small business owners.

Qi Gong (Chi Gong) is a simple preventative health method of relaxing and harmonizing the body. These gentle exercises are suitable for any age and health condition.

The class is currently full. However, you can sign up for the waiting list with the instructor. The free ESL class focuses on conversation at the intermediate level. Limit 25. The term runs from 8/24/17—12/14/17.

December Booksale

Buy a bag of books for $5!*

(*does not include children’s books *limit 2 bags per person)

Tuesday, December 5: Friends of the Library members only

Preschool Storytime, led by professional storyteller, Marilyn McPhie.

Please join us with your young ones for Preschool Storytime on Thursdays at 9:45 a.m.

Songs, stories, movement, and fun!

December Booksale

Buy a bag of books for $5!*

(*does not include children’s books *limit 2 bags per person)

Tuesday, December 5: Friends of the Library members only

Palomar Health nurses will provide the influenza vaccine by injection to persons 9 years of age and older at this Free Community Flu Vaccination Clinic.  No appointment necessary.

Enhance your mood and well-being: attend this yoga class for adults

Need help with the computer?  Come in for one-on-one assistance.

According to the Mayo Clinic, "If stress has you anxious, tense and worried, consider meditation. Spending even a few minutes in meditation can restore your calm and inner peace."  Every Saturday except the 1st Saturday of the month.

Join our knitting circle for a fun and social knitting experience. Bring your knitting and share stories and knitting tips.

The Accordion Club meets at the University Community Branch Library on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month for rehearsal. The public is invited to come and watch as they play!

Free Citizenship Classes provided by Montgomery Adult School.

Monthly sale.

Arrive early for the best selection.

Make a beautiful flower arrangement to take home! Classes are taught by master artist Jackie Zhang of the Ohara School of Ikebana.

December Booksale

Buy a bag of books for $5!*

(*does not include children’s books *limit 2 bags per person)

Tuesday, December 5: Friends of the Library members only

This lap-sit storytime encourages bonding and introduces a love for books by using song, movement, rhythm and rhyme.

Baby/Toddler Storytime includes stories and songs

Join us for a super fun performance that combines American Sign Language with songs, stories, and engaging toys and props.

Babies ages birth to one year old and their caregivers will enjoy songs, lap-sits and rhymes that foster early literacy skills.

Need help setting up that new tablet? Got stuck when trying to borrow an eBook? Bring your questions and devices to the Rancho Bernardo Branch Library for assistance.

Laughter Wellness is a simple but effective method created to help reduce stress, pain and negative emotions through prolonged voluntary laughter.  Besides boosting the immune system, it also helps improve energy levels.  No comedy, joke

Improve your balance and mobility with slow, controlled movement.

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.

CANCELLED!

Hora del Cuento en Espanol

Join us for stories and songs in Spanish! Best for preschool age children, but all are welcome.

A full half hour of children’s music! Mr. Mark plays the guitar and leads the singing with new and traditional children’s songs. We supply the maracas and the lyrics. It is great fun, come join us!

Children enjoy stories and songs while learning key vocabulary in American sign language.  For families with children ages 0-5.

Toddler Storytime is designed for preschoolers to develop their motor skills and improve language learning through song, stories, play and bubbles.

Join us for stories, songs, and easy yoga poses.

This class is for children 2 - 6 years old and begins with a story that morphs into a warm-up routine.

Come join Mr. Mark for a fun morning filled with music and stories. Sit back and relax while enjoying a book and developing early literacy skills.
 

Valencia Park/Malcolm X Branch is taking storytime outside! Join SDPL and Groundwork San Diego at EarthLab, a four acre outdoor learning facility, for stories, songs, and nature-inspired activies on the Millemim Tech Middle School campus.

Registration is required for each event. Please register one month prior by calling 858-552-1668 or at the Youth Services Desk. Registered children will begin being admitted to Tinker Lab starting at 10:30am, sharp.

Active little ones and their caregivers will have fun singing songs, dancing and reading while laying the foundation for future reading success.

(Hands On) Navigate the best labor market information websites to find out what’s hot and what’s not; jobs that match your specific skill set, building employer lists, résumé and interview tips, and much more.

Fun poses for parents and kids.  Watch as your child transforms into a cat, a monkey, a dog, a lion and much more!  For families with children ages 1-4.  1st Wednesday, 10:30-11am

The "Great Dickens Trio" performs holiday songs from around the world.  Sing along and enjoy the spirit of the season. 

This Sing-A-Long program is geared toward children young and old.

Storytime with music, finger plays, rhymes, and more.

Bring in your eReader, tablet or smartphone and our staff will guide you in downloading SDPL's free eBooks and eAudiobooks.  Every Thursday.

The Mission Hills Book Group will discuss this year’s One Book, One San Diego selection, The Sandcastle Girls by Chris Bohjalian. New members are always welcome to attend and participate! Please read the book beforehand.

Please join us with your young ones for Preschool Storytime & Craft!

Join Ms. Haley for fun stories, songs, and a special craft!

This event takes place every Thursday, excluding the 3rd Thursday of each month.

Improve your balance and mobility with slow, controlled movement.

Art Therapy class focuses on the use of art as a creative and therapeutic process, using a variety of media to promote self-expression.

Drop in, free tutoring for adults with internet questions.

Meet Library Volunteer, Alvan, at the public computers closest to the Circulation Desk.

Delightful program of music and movement for preschool age kids and their caregivers.

Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary-school age kids, this simple dance program will feature the Hokey Pokey, the Chicken Dance, and more. Families, it’s time to get your groove on!

Stories and songs introduce early literacy skills in young children.

Start your day with stories and songs at the Paradise Hills Branch Library.  Babies, toddlers, and big kids welcome.

Join Monta Briant for a fun story time featuring songs, stories, and American Sign Language!

Class includes fun poses for parents and kids during yoga story time.  Watch your child transform into a cat, dog, lion, and more!

For our December Holiday performer we are delighted to present Joe Gandelman. Along with all of his friends, Mr. Gandelman will help us celebrate the 2017 Holiday Season!

Join us for Chinese songs, stories and playtime. For toddlers and preschool age children.  

Join Miss Teri for an engaging preschool storytime that promotes a love of reading and quality together time. Featuring stories, fun, and play!

Join us for Preschool Storytime for Kids; stories, crafts, finger plays and songs.

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fun! Play time and bubbles to follow each storytime. This is a great opportunity for you and your little one to enjoy building their literacy, motor, and social skills.

Preschoo Story time

10:30 am - Thursdays

(except 3rd Thurs. of the month)

Let's all get together and share delightful stories from books, sing songs, and dance with movement too.

All young children and their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs and rhymes. We hope to see you there!

Join Jennifer Duncan as she leads a special sign language storytime! Using the excitement and fun of signing American Sign Language (ASL) to enhance the reading of well-loved children’s picture books.

Join us for simple stories, fun songs, and plenty of time to play and explore with Early Learning toys. Best for ages 2 and under.  Stay for the bubbles at the end!

Come and join us for stories, songs and fun every Friday morning!

Join us for a storytime that fosters early literacy!  Features books, songs, action rhymes, and finger plays that invite participation.

Practice your English skills in a friendly, informal setting. Adults of all levels are welcome to join the conversation!

Bring your device to the Circulation Desk, and staff members will show you how to download SDPL's free eBooks and eAudiobooks. 

Join us for stories, crafts and a chance to see a garbage truck up close.  Plus, meet Diego, our community sanitation driver!  Storytime takes place at 10 a.m., and all other activities follow from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Discussions on history, travel, cuisine, finance and technology.

For Toddlers 18 – 36 months and accompanying adults.  Singing, stories, dancing and yoga:  a different program every week.  Limited to first 30 families upon arrival.  

Fun and creative activities for children through dance and movement.

Children are invited to a fun storytime with books, singing, and puppets. The first storytime of the month is usually bilingual (Spanish/English).

Join us for STEAM Story Time, a story time program with a focus on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. This interactive program will include stories and a hands-on experiment or craft.

· Find out what’s going on in your baby’s mind by teaching him/her to sign.

· Strengthen your bond with baby.

· Lessen frustration brought on by miscommunication by giving baby a way to tell you what he/she wants.

Join Mrs. Claus and Friends for a special Preschool Storytime!

Miss Fran presents stories and songs for little ones.

Join us for a fantastic time at the library with stories, rhymes, and music followed by playtime with terrific toys, puzzles and more.

Professional artists introduce a new art project each session. For ages 5 and up.

A variety of projects emphasizing creativity and individuality will be taught, as well as lessons on the masters and the techniques they used.

Please call 619-533-3974 to register.  Limited to 10 artists

Learn how to use a computer!

Aprenda a usar una computadora

Bilingual/bilingue 

Walk-in help for downloadable books and audiobooks. No signup necessary.

This book club discusses fiction works. Please inquire at the Circulation Desk for the current selection.

High school students give free music lessons to children who play the following instruments: saxophone, clarinet, flute, trumpet. Registration required. Register online at http://sayamusic.org.

Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Zumba® combines a high-energy cardiovascular workout with pulsating Latin music into a fun, calorie burning experience.

Join the Zumba craze! Find out what makes this fun workout such a hit. A towel and bottled water are recommended for our Zumba sessions.

This book club discusses fiction works. Please inquire at the Circulation Desk for the current selection.

Do you need a computer but can't afford to buy one?  Sign-up for the C2SDK seminar where you will learn how to qualify and apply for a computer.  Registration required.

Computers 2 SD Kids (C2SDK), in partnership with the San Diego City Library system and local businesses, offers a two-hour basic computer class on the fourth Saturday of every month.

Low income families can take a computer class and qualify for a free computer.  Please visit the website of Computers 2 SD Kids for more information and to see if you qualify.  Space is limited, sign up is required.  Please arrive o

Parents, sign up for this introductory computer class for the chance to qualify for a free computer from Computers 2 SD Kids. Sign-ups begin December 1 at the circulation desk.

An introductory computer class where upon completion you may qualify for a free computer.

Fill a brown grocery bag (or a comparably sized bag or box): $3 for FOL members and $5 for non-members.

Join us for this fun storytime with Sparkle the dog.  Ages 3-8.

Join Mr. Luan as he takes toddlers on an interactive storytime ride using felt boards, fingerplays, songs, maybe some puppets, and a lively book or two!

Let's get creative!  Color, paint, draw, and create a variety of fun and easy art and craft projects!  Held every Saturday.

Join us every Saturday at 10:30 for button making. Bring your own printed or drawn image or use one of ours! We have 2 1/2” buttons. All ages welcome. Express yourself @ the Library!

Children can read aloud to trained and certified therapy dogs.  “Paws for Reading” is designed to help children improve their reading skills and confidence in reading out loud.  All therapy dogs are provided courtesy of Love on a Leash,

Start your weekend with some weird, quirky, magical science.  Children will have fun and learn about science concepts at the same time.

Kids can develop their artistic skills while enjoying a fun craft time.

Sing, Dance and Play! Children enjoy songs and movement activities that build motor skills and increase independence.

Preschool Storytime includes stories and songs.

Storytime with Ms. Joyce. 

Stories, songs, fingerplays and fun; for children and their caregivers.

A story time designed for toddlers, featuring songs, rhymes, and finger plays.

Aryn Rannazzisi leads a gentle paced class combining breath work and postures to promote strength, flexibility and balance. This all-level class will include inversions, backbends and sun salutations.