Week Calendar

AARP Tax Aide is back to assist you in filing taxes this year! This only reflects the schedule for Point Loma/Hervey Branch Library. Free tax assistance at our location will run from February 5th thru April 12th, 2019.

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.

Designed to stimulate your child's overall development through play, learning, literacty, and communication.  Topics include, health, family, learning, and community/advocacy.  Sessions: 4

Join us for a series of free parenting classes! Steps to Understanding Your Child's Behavior is a series of classs that offers helpfull tools and strategies for parents of children 0-5.

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.

Free class.  Interested?  Simply attend. 

The free ESL class focuses on conversation at the intermediate level. Limit 25. The term runs from 1/24/19—5/16/19. No class on Thursday, March 21, 2019. For more information call 760.757.2121, x8770.

Free tax prep help provided by AARP volunteers. No reservations, first come first served only. Tax help will be available every Thursday through April 11.

This totally free tax preparation is available to anyone. First come, first-served basis.

Preschool Storytime, led by professional storyteller, Marilyn McPhie.

Chair Yoga promotes circulation, peace, and relaxation.  Please wear comfy clothes. 

This program repeats on the 1st & 3rd Friday of each month. 

AARP Tax Aide is back to assist you in filing taxes this year! This only reflects the schedule for Point Loma/Hervey Branch Library. Free tax assistance at our location will run from February 5th thru April 12th, 2019.

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

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

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

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. 

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

Healthcare for the Homeless with Family Health Centers of San Diego reduces barriers and increases access to quality health care to those experiencing homelessness.

Watch as your child transforms into a cat, a monkey, a dog, a lion and much more!  Join us for stories and fun yoga poses.  For families with children ages 1-4.

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

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

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.

Listen to a terrific story and make a story-based craft at the library!

Improve your balance and mobility with slow, controlled movement. For ages 60+.

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.

Noteworthy Puppets has elevated the puppet show art form with original puppet musicals performed live. This time, they will perform the classic fairy tale  “Jack and the Beanstalk.”

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!

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. This year Miss Stacy will be focusing on the alphabet, so look for fun letter-themed storytimes throughout the year!

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

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!

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!

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

Babies & Books will be morphing into Baby Dance Party featuring members of Dance to Evolve! 

We will have songs, parachutes, toys, and bubbles for your babies to dance, play, and interact! 

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 for Meditation

The Daytime Book Club meets the first Friday of each month (except July, which will be the 2nd Friday) for discussion of the selected title. New members and guests are always welcome!

Baby Storytime supports early literacy and language skills by encouraging singing, playing, talking, and shared reading. join us for fun stories, finger plays and snuggling in a welcoming environment!

Preschoolers are invited to listen to stories and sing songs

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

Entertaining stories for children.

· 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 Mr. Luan as he takes you on an energetic and humorous storytime ride! Songs will be sung, character voices will be many! In this program, the stories really do come to life! Oh, yeah: we do a little dancing too!

Wee Reads for babies and toddlers! Enjoy stories, music, and rhymes followed by playtime with terrific toys. Come have a fantastic time at the library!

Focuses on children's behavior and how children develop socially and emotionally.  Topics include: temperament, attachment, positive behaviors, self-esteem, communication and discipline techniques.  For parents with children ages 0-5.&nb

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.

A variety of projects emphasizing creativity and individuality will be taught, as well as lessons on the masters and the techniques they used.  Limited to 10 artists; to register please call 619-533-3974.

Receive individual assistance with downloading library E-books to your device.

Every other Saturday at 10:00 a.m.

Please call or come in to sign up.

Stop and Swap: Seeds, Plants, and More!

Too many zucchinis? Lots of cut flowers? Succulents getting too big? Ordered too many radish seeds?

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

 The Big Read Imagine Create and Write Out Loud present a short pop-up performance piece by students from Grossmont College theatre students based on the traveling symphony of musicians and Shakespearean actors in the novel STATION ELEVEN by

This three-hour workshop will take you step-by-step through the process of creating your very own beautiful, water-efficient landscape.

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

This popular children's musical act performs tunes that get both kids and parents tapping their toes and clapping along.  For families and children ages 5-12.

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,

Kids can improve their reading skills by reading aloud to a therapy dog.

Come practice your reading or storytelling skills with Finnegan a certified therapy dog with San Diego Love on a Leash!

The Start-Biz Club brings experienced business men and women together with young entrepreneurs.

Improve literacy skills by reading alound to certified therapy dogs in a FUN and non-judgmental environment.

Join us for LEGO® Robotics!

In this introductory robotics class, children will build and program robots using the LEGO® WeDo® system. They will learn basic programming skills and simple engineering concepts.

For youth ages 7-10

Community Singers. No experience necessary. All ages welcome. For more information contact Zulma at zmonsalvo@yahoo.com

A loosely structured program of play, music, stories, and songs to encourage your baby's growth and discovery of the world around them.

Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice that focuses on deep breathing, gentle movements and stretching through fun, easy-to-learn exercises that promote vitality, improved balance, a stronger immune system, and better circulation.  This class

Have you ever thought about writing a memoir?  Or have you already started your memoir but could use input from others?

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.

Listen to simple books, do lap rhymes, finger rhymes and sing songs. Then play with fun educational toys while your grownups chat. For babies and toddlers and their caregivers.

Join our Children’s Librarian Miss Luz for stories, songs, fingerplays, and lots of fun!  This Storytime is designed especially for children ages  2-4.   This program meets every Wednesday. 

A guided meditation based on Buddhist wisdom to find happiness and peace in daily life.

Music & Movement is a fun class full of games and creative movement  that is perfect for the toddler and pre-school set!  Put on your dancing shoes and boogie down at the library!

This totally free tax preparation is available to anyone. First come, first-served basis.

Start your day with fantastic stories!  Join us for Morning Story Time at 11:00AM.

Children (and parents) will enjoy simple stories, songs and community.

Explore the French language through song in this bilingual program.

Join us for our weekly craft after our story times in the children’s art area.

Stories, songs, puppets, and playtime will all be found at this energetic and engaging storytime. Make new friends, hear a story and spend quality time with the preschooler in your life— at the library!

Join us every Friday for informal, on-on-one help regarding your computer, smart phone, and/or tablet.

No advance sign up is required!

Tame your toddler with a fun and interactive introduction to yoga

Have a fun, varied workout using a mixture of light aerobics including dance steps, chair aerobics, toning with weights and bands, standing leg exercises, balance work, and cool-down stretches.

The AARP will be providing free tax help for taxpayers with low to moderate income on Fridays, February 1 - April 12.

To Register please fillout the application and turn it into the Logan Heights Branch Library prior to the start of the classes.

Adult Group Guitar (ages 13+) from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm.

Come join Miss Anya for a fun craft activity. 

High school students give free music lessons to children who play the following instruments: piano, cello and violin. Class is currently full for the 2018-2019 school year.

Seeking middle schoolers to read & review books before they’re published!

· Get access to great reads before anyone else

· Read and review with your friends

Sign language fun for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with Ms. Jennifer Duncan!

Come learn some simple signs and songs at this fun weekly event!

Volunteer bicycle mechanics provide minor repair and basic maintenance assistance on a walk-up basis. Bring your bicycle and receive help with flats, cables adjustments, and other simple fixes. 

Professional bicycle mechanics provide minor repair and basic maintenance assistance on a walk-up basis. Bring your bicycle and receive help with flats, cables adjustments, and other simple fixes. 

Kids make Lego creations. Be creative and have fun!

No sign-up needed. Appropriate for ages 3 to 8 years.

We are excited to once again have a “reading to children program” here at the Point Loma Library. We welcome Ruff Readers with Ms. Donna and Lula Mae to our library. Lula Mae is a Labradoodle who is very sweet and fun.

Free 9 week computer proramming workshop in partnership with UCSD Extension. In this course, participants will learn FRONT END WEB  Development. 

Come and participate in formal guided meditation and learn how to be more present in your life.

ESL - Adult Beginning English for Shy People. Geared toward newcomers learning English.