Week Calendar

Hatha Yoga con rutinas yóguicas para el control de la respiración, y prácticas de meditación para mejorar  la salud física, emocional, mental y espiritual.

CreativeMornings is a monthly breakfast lecture series for creative types (including entrepreneurs, developers & crafters). Each event is free of charge, and includes a 20 minute talk, plus coffee!

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 (ESL) Class for adults, presented by Palomar College:

Join Ms. Mei for a thrilling Chinese language storytime ride!  Preschoolers will be treated to tales told with gusto and will have the opportunity to sing with other children in the storytime group!

Register now. Classes are free. Simply register in class on the first day.

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

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

Register now. Classes are free. Simply register in class on the first day.

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.

Do you have consumer fraud questions you want to ask a lawyer? Get general information and ask questions at this educational program. 

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 free ESL class focuses on conversation at the intermediate level. Limit 25. The term runs from 8/23/18—12/13/18. No class on Thursday, November 22, 2018. For more information call 760.757.2121, x8770.

Enjoy a special Halloween themed Preschool Storytime on Thursday, October 25th, with slightly spooky stories, led by professional storyteller, Marilyn McPhie. Costumes admired, but not required!

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 San Diego Check Out Nature Backpack Program is coming to a library near you! Check out a nature backpack just like you would check out a library book. Backpacks include simple materials to get you started on an outdoor adventure!

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.

Have any computer questions? Come see Mr Bob, he will be glad to help.

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!

We’re looking for outdoor enthusiasts to assist with a special project to revamp a section of the Children’s Garden. Garden Volunteers are needed to help prepare the garden area by pulling dead flowers and moving rocks.

It’s time for our Used Book Sale. All proceeds from the book sale will go towards helping the Oak Park Branch Library fund programs,  buying materials, and more books! Rumor has it there are lots of Louis L'amour books this time.

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 us 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.

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.

Instructors suggest taking citizenship classes before you send your application for naturalization.

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!

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

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.

Art Therapy

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

An inclusive story time for ages 0-5 years, of all abilities, especially those with special needs.  Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and free play in a small group setting.  For families with children ages 0-5.

We bring the stories to life by involving the children on many levels.  There are thematic props, songs and games which allow 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.

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.

Discover the many FREE resources through the SDPL database!  

*Brainfuse: LIVE one-on-one academic coaching, practice test center, and online resources.

Ms. Jennifer enhances well-loved children's stories with signing - followed by singing and bubbles!

Improve your balance and mobility with slow, controlled movement.

Art Therapy

Bring your genealogy questions to Kathy and she can help you get started!

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.

Yoga Story Time is filled with stories, practice of animal-yoga poses, songs, relaxation, and breathing techniques.

Stories and songs introduce early literacy skills in young children.

Bring in your preschooler for a storytime that will help children develop communication skills through storybooks and songs

Learn a new way to communicate with your child!

Join Youth Services Librarian Mr. Mark on a Thursday morning in the children's story time area.

A presentation of Japanese style storytelling called Kamishibai, which combines the use of hand drawn visuals with the engaging narration of a live presenter. A delightful and fun story time for children.

Fun toddler stories along with play time afterwards!

Join us for a slightly spooky storytime to celebrate Halloween. We will trick-or-treat around the library afterward and show off our costumes. Costumes encouraged!

Preschoolers are invited to a story time, then a fun craft right afterwards!

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.

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

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

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.

The Leaegue of Women Voters will present information about the measures on the upcoming ballot.  This presentation is free and nonpartisan.  

Instructors suggest taking citizenship classes before you send your application for naturalization.

Fun and creative activities for children through dance and movement.

Miss Fran presents stories and songs for little ones.

Kid Zorro: The Bilingual Puppet Musical!

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 an informal and fun playtime for babies & toddlers at the library while getting to know other families in our community. Come in costume if you would like! Play and then Trick or Treat around the library!

High school students give free music lessons to children who play the following instruments: saxophone, clarinet, flute, trumpet. Class is currently full for the 2018-2019 school year.

Led by Clémence, a native French speaker, French Bench is an opportunity for people who already have some French language skills to practice with others who want to improve their fluency. 

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

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

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.

Prácticas de meditación para disminuir la presión, el estrés y mejorar la salud total.

Have you ever wanted to create imaginative computer-based 3-D graphics? Now’s your chance to design a bridge, a house, a monster, or anything else you can dream up.

This SAT® course is for the student whose busy lifestyle demands e­fficient prep in a condensed amount of time.  The course focuses on the test topics that impact your score the most!

Teens will work in teams and create solutions to pitch to a panel of professionals. Get a certificate of participation and other prizes. Lunch provided.

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.

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

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!

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!

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

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,

Zentangle is an easy-to-learn relaxing method of drawing beautiful images from structured patterns.  During the process you relax, focus, and get in a state of well being – healing art.