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

Get your child ready for their first day of school! This summer is a perfect time for your child to prepare for kindergarten!

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

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!

Get your child ready for their first day of school! This summer is a perfect time for your child to prepare for kindergarten!

Get your child ready for their first day of school! This summer is a perfect time for your child to prepare for kindergarten!

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

Professor Wei has over 30 years of teaching & coaching experience from beginners to advance level. 

-Explore your musical talent through learning the fundamentals of piano techniques

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.

Get your child ready for their first day of school! This summer is a perfect time for your child to prepare for kindergarten!

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.

We are offering free ESL class on Thursdays and Fridays in the summer starting Thursday, June 14th!! Sign up on the first day. The class focuses on conversation at the intermediate level. Limit 25. The term runs from 6/14/18—8/2/18.

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!

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. 

Get your child ready for their first day of school! This summer is a perfect time for your child to prepare for kindergarten!

We are offering free ESL class on Thursdays and Fridays in the summer starting Thursday, June 14th!! Sign up on the first day. The class focuses on conversation at the intermediate level. Limit 25. The term runs from 6/14/18—8/2/18.

The benefits of yoga include increased flexibility, strength, balance, and body awareness as well as stress reduction.

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

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

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.

Bluegrass Jams include bluegrass, old time, swing, rags and blues.  we play at a moderate to quick tempo.  Bring your instrument and join us!

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!

Looking for some bargains on books?  Stop on by for our Friends of the Library booksale.  Our Friends work very hard to organize & sort through books for sale.  All proceeds benefit programs sponsored by the Friends such as Mind

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

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

Come and join Ms. Carrie for stories, songs, and fun every Monday morning!

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.

Wild Wonders...where kids and adults can “tame” their curiosity for “wildlife.”  Our wildlife educators will take you on a dynamic adventure you will not forget.

Children and their families are invited to join storyteller extraordinaire Ms. Kathie for fabulous stories, rich rhymes, and scintillating songs! This lively storytime is sure to warm the heart!

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

Make fun and creative crafts with Suchita to use at home or give as gifts!  Recommended for ages 14 and up.

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

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!

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.
 

Exposure to nature through play leads to exploration and discovery, engaging both the physical and mental abilities of children. This hands-on, 4 week course is for kids to learn about the environment, gardening and how to care for the earth!

Hey kids!   Come read to our licensed therapy dog Luna!   Luna is kind and quiet and likes to listen to stories.  A big dog with a big heart who loves kids and loves reading! 

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.

Zentangle is a fun and easy art method that allows you to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns.   Perfect for meditative thinking, with soothing background music.  Program starts prior to the library opening. 

An inclusive story time for ages 3-5 years, of all abilities, especially those with special needs.  Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and free play in a small group setting.  2nd, 3rd and 4th Wednesdays, 10:30- 11:00 a.m.

We bring the stories to life by involving the children on many levels.  There are thematic props, songs and games which allows the children to have as much fun as possible.  Your children will have a wonderful experience and want to keep

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.

Meet animals from around the world and learn how they survive each & every day.

SRP - Dance to Evolve! Spend a magical morning with your child and have fun dancing! Join us for this exciting program for all ages!

Improve your balance and mobility with slow, controlled movement.

Being a caregiver for a loved one can be stressful. Join clinicians from SHARP Mesa Vista Hospital to learn strategies that can help combat the challenges of caring for a family member or friend.

Drop in, free tutoring for adults with internet questions.

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

Our Guild's goal is to promote interest in all forms of quilting and textile art and to provide a forum for the continuation of the tradition of quilting as an art and as a method of recording history and story-telling within the community.

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

Stories and songs introduce early literacy skills in young children.

Literature Comes to Life provides interactive assemblies. Children become storybook characters and participate in bringing beloved fairy tales and award winning stories to life.

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

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

Explore bold, noisy, and shocking science in this fun family Superhero Science program presented by the Fleet Science Center!

Join us for our monthly craft time. Bring your little ones and their creativity, we'll provide the rest!

Kids will be amazed by Michael’s Rayner amazing juggling and balancing.

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

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.

Celebrate our Summer Reading Program with a performance by Hullabaloo: Music

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!

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

Little ones are able to make noise, play, and meet new friends. This is a loosely structured, baby-led program of play, music, bubbles, songs and more. For babies and toddlers 0-2 years.

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

Reduce stress and cultivate.  Join us starting January 12th for Meditation.

Michael’s show is a combination of hilarious tricks and uproarious stand-up.  Watch as he balances a wheelbarrow on his chin, spins a cheeseburger on a parasol and juggles items.

Fun and creative activities for children through dance and movement.

Miss Fran presents stories and songs for little ones.

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 us for an informal and fun playtime at the library while getting to know other families in our community. (Birth-5y/o)

The Baseball Diamond has been stolen and it’s up to Sherlock and Watson to solve the mystery! Featuring original songs, handmade puppets and the audience gets to decide whodunit!

This lecture will provide an overview of what Pinterest is and how to setup an account and use Pinterest. Learn how to create visual Pinterest boards and get tips on browsing and pinning images from others.

Bring in your baby or toddler for a storytime that will help children develop communication skills through storybooks and songs.

Learn internet basics: using a keyboard & mouse, using a flash dirve, browsing the internet, sending e-mails with attachments, and more!

Sign-up at the Information Desk or call the RB Library.

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.

Join us as professional artists Judith Shufro and Joe Nyiri introduce a fun new project for children each session. Free and all supplies provided. For ages 5 and up.

Please be aware this is our last knitting circle until further notice.

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

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.

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 on the first day of the month at the circulation desk.

A FREE three-hour workshop!

Enjoy stories read aloud or acted out, and singing songs, all geared toward building the skills necessary for success in kindergarten.  For families with preschoolers, ages 3-5.

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 listen to a story and learn science concepts at the same time!  Hands-on activities center around science, technology, engineering, art or mathematics.

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.

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

Preschool Storytime includes stories and songs.

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

Explore your musical talent through learning the fundamentals of piano techniques. Keyboards will be provided. For seniors (+55) and Adults (+18) welcome. Free class, enroll anytime in class.

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.