Week Calendar

Does your pet need to be neutered/spayed?  SNAP Neuter Scooter will be available at the Otay Mesa-Nestor Library's parking lot.  Free Spay and Neuter for dogs and cats belonging to residents of Otay Mesa 92154 and San Ysidro 92173.

Does your pet need to be neutered/spayed?  SNAP Neuter Scooter will be available at the Otay Mesa-Nestor Library's parking lot.  Free Spay and Neuter for dogs and cats belonging to residents of Otay Mesa 92154 and San Ysidro 92173.

Does your pet need to be neutered/spayed?  SNAP Neuter Scooter will be available at the Otay Mesa-Nestor Library's parking lot.  Free Spay and Neuter for dogs and cats belonging to residents of Otay Mesa 92154 and San Ysidro 92173.

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:

Stop by for FREE Tax Preparation help.  Generously provided by AARP.  This free tax preparation service gives special attention to taxpayers over the age of 60 but is also open to taxpayers of all ages with low and moderate incomes.

Volunteers from AARP's Tax-Aide program will help you prepare and file your income taxes.  No appointments taken; check in by 3:30pm.  Mondays, through April 8, 2018. 

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.

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.

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

Preschool Storytime, led by professional storyteller, Marilyn McPhie.

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.

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

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 book club will be discussing My Grandmother Ask Me To Tell You She's Sorry by Fredrik Backman.

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!

As a research hub and an incredibly diverse ecological treasure, San Diego is home to many citizen science projects and programs.

Arrive early for the best selection.

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.

What you eat impacts the way your body functions. Eating poorly or well can make a big difference in both your physical and mental health.

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

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.

Using one-inch cotton sheet strips of material, you will learn how to make your own rug. Bring your own used sheet from home, however, a starter kit will be provided.

You can apply and interview for nutrition benefits (CalFresh) at Central Library with Feeding San Diego. If you are approved, you can pick up your EBT card the same day or the following day. 

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.

Toddler Storytime incorporates interactive stories, songs and games that build language and literacy skills. Have fun with books and bubbles. Ideal for ages 0 to 4 years of age.

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

Apply expert principles to build professional, attention-grabbing résumés. See your résumé from the employer’s perspective to best present your value. Powerful résumés showcase key skills through examples of results and accomplishments!

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.

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.

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

Prepare to be amazed as we explore the science behind magic! Children and adults of all ages will leave with an understanding on how magicians use the principals of science to develop illusions.

The first rule of book club is … you always talk about books!  Join like-minded bibliophiles to discuss fiction titles.  Make some new friends while you get introduced to books too good to miss!  A limited number of each month’s sel

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

Do you have a love for plays and drama or an interest in writing, acting, or other means of expressive communication? Then Meet @ The X for a themed workshop that's just for you courtesy of the Cygnet Theatre!

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.

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

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

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

Beginning Genealogy is scheduled the 2nd Thursday of the month.

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.

Enjoy a storytime especially for babies and toddlers, followed by a playtime.

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!

Toddlers will learn basic dance and movement skills, creative expression, coordination, and self-control while dancing and singing along to popular children’s songs.  Interactive fun for the family!

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 children develop communication skills through storybooks and songs.

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 story time for children.

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

Fun toddler stories and songs with Miss Joyce along with play time afterwards!

Join us for Storytime AND Craft time.

Preschoolers are invited to a storytime, followed by a fun craft!

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!

Art Therapy

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.

This bilingual program is designed for preschool children to experience both English and Spanish in a fun, engaging setting. We will read stories, sing in both languages, dance, and play.

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

The ultimate benefit of meditation is liberation of the mind from attachment to things it cannot control, such as external circumstances or strong internal emotions.

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

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).

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

This is a fun class full of games and creative movement that is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers!  Put on your dancing shoes and boogie down at the library!

· 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.

Preschoolers are invited to listen to stories and sing songs

Please join Miss Tyra for an introduction to music event  with stories, songs, and movement. FOR AGES 3 - 6.

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!

Traveling on a budget just got a little easier with the Internet.  Online travel companies offer ways to streamline flights, transfers, hotels and tour opportunities, all with the budget-minded traveler in mind.  In this class, we'll loo

Inspired by the NEA Big Read, Emily St John Mandel's Station Eleven, Write Out Loud and Grossmont College Theater Department present a free performance of "The Traveling Symphony's Shakespeare Banished."

Exit West is a novel published in 2017, written by Pakistani author Mohsin Hamid. It is Hamid's fourth novel. The main themes of the novel are emigration and refugee problems

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

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.

Kids - Come join the Painting Party!

Learn some basic painting techniques and create a different masterpiece at each session!

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

The San Diego Writers Festival is a free, performance-based festival that celebrates writers of all kinds, including authors of poetry, spoken word, music, screenplays, books, plays, graphic novels, comic books and more.

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.

Visit with Sparkle every second Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in the Children’s Area to share a story and some fun with our favorite pup.

Sparkle is with Love on a Leash and is a certified therapy dog who would love to meet you!

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!

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,

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

Join us at the North University Community Library for Citizen Science Day and help Cornell University with their Alzheimer's research, no PhD required!

The Stall Catchers Megathon is a one-hour online game that allows thousands of participants to help complete a year’s worth of Alzheimer’s research at Cornell University.

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.

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

Join us for this educational adult fitness program presented by Lois Schenker.

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.

A gentle, slow-paced yoga with Patti Bozorgchami. Learn simple breathing exercises and relaxation techniques.