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

¡ Prepare a su hijo para su primer día de escuela! ¡ Este verano es el momento perfecto para que su hijo se prepare para el kindergarten!

¡ Prepare a su hijo para su primer día de escuela! ¡ Este verano es el momento perfecto para que su hijo se prepare para el kindergarten!

¡ Prepare a su hijo para su primer día de escuela! ¡ Este verano es el momento perfecto para que su hijo se prepare para el kindergarten!

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.

Free class.  Interested?  Simply attend. 

¡ Prepare a su hijo para su primer día de escuela! ¡ Este verano es el momento perfecto para que su hijo se prepare para el kindergarten!

Preschool Storytime, led by professional storyteller, Marilyn McPhie.

Did you know that one donation of blood can save up to three lives? Or that every two seconds someone in the United States needs blood?

San Ysidro Health's Moblie Health Services will be available to provide care for your child's well-being.  

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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

¡ Prepare a su hijo para su primer día de escuela! ¡ Este verano es el momento perfecto para que su hijo se prepare para el kindergarten!

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

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

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.

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 us for stories, songs, and fun every Monday morning!

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

Wild Wonders are bringing distinguished animal diplomats from the outside world, to help children learn even more about the wildlife around us. This will be a safari adventure inside the library!

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.

Children and their families are invited to join us for fun hands-on yoga activities led by the lovely Ms. Aryn!

Come get your stretch on at this great bimonthly event!

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.

Are you 9-12 and always wondered what it was like in the Teen Center Game Room? From June 17th- August 13th we invite you to find out and join us for Summer Play. Come try out some of our E rated games and get to know our space.

 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.

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.

In this special one hour summer workshop, Seretta Martin - poet, instructor, and SDPA Managing Editor - will teach students how to create a poem. Poems will be published in the 2019 Kids!

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

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

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

Join Ms. Sandy 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!

*This program has been canceled.*

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

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.

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!

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!

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

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.   

While two little pigs are content to take the easy route, their pigheadedness could spell trouble when the Big Bad Wolf comes knocking. Will the third Little Pig, who has a commitment to excellence, have the inventiveness to save the day?

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!

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

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.

Arty Loon's magic and zany antics are sure to get you laughing and clapping. This show is the last one being offered as part of Mission Valley Library's summer reading program. What is the summer reading program?

Our party will have Musician Craig Newton, face painting with Free Spirit the Clown, and Cowboy Ken Frawley’s rope tricks. We’ll also have refreshment and arts and crafts!

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!

Conversation Cafe meets every Friday.

If stress has you anxious, tense, and worried, consider meditation. Take an hour of your day for self-care and join us in a free guided meditation held every Friday.  No registration required.

Caring for someone from afar presents a unique set of challenges. Join us to discuss ways to stay in touch, stay informed, and be a helpful partner and support.

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).

Fun stories & songs children will enjoy!

This is a fun class full of games and creative movement that is perfect for toddlers and pre-schoolers!  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

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!

Pre-schoolers will enjoy this Chinese Language Storytime, with stories and songs in Chinese.

All are welcome!

Learn how to make a summer masterpiece! Create a beautiful watermelon carving that will surely bring a "wow" from friends and family at your next party table!  Instructions and all supplies are provided.

Gain insight into books by group discussions.  Facilitated by Kathi Diamant.

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.

Registration for this program is Full!

· Meet the Robotechs, FTC Robotics Team #8742

· Learn how to build robots with FTC/FLL materials and programming with sensors!

Knit our community together, while we either learn how to knit or work on our own projects.  Please bring yarn, needles, your project, and come ready to knit with Eileen Adler.  This programs repeats on the 3rd Saturday of each month, as

Chinese Language Book Club (Book Scent) held on the third Saturday of every month.

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 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,

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

Come and celebrate a fantastic and successful summer reading program with Rancho Bernardo Branch Library and Free Spirit the Clown! Get creative with balloon creations! Put on a happy face with face painting!

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

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 when it returns in September (9th & 16th). Have a great summer!

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.

Summer should be fun, carefree, and exciting for all kids. But for too many San Diego children, the end of the school year can sadly also mean hunger.

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

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?

Summer should be fun, carefree, and exciting for all kids. But for too many San Diego children, the end of the school year can sadly also mean hunger.

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. 

We believe in learning through laughter and have a mission to EvOLvE  children through dance while creating heart-warming smiles

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

Summer should be fun, carefree, and exciting for all kids. But for too many San Diego children, the end of the school year can sadly also mean hunger.