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

Learn English or improve your English skills in this free, non-credit, English as a Second Language (ESL) Class for adults, presented by Palomar College:

Learn English or improve your English skills in this 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.

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 8/22/19—12/12/19. For more information call 760.757.2121, x8770.

Preschool Storytime, led by professional storyteller, Marilyn McPhie.

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 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.

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!

Arrive early for the best selection.

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!

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.

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!

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.

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.

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

*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.

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.

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

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

Bring your genealogy and family history 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.

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

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!

Please join us for a Peek-A-Boo Baby Storytime! Introduce your baby to reading with books, songs, rhythms, and finger plays designed especially for them. It's fun for pre-walking babies and their parent/grandparents/caregivers.

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.

Please join us as we read this year's One Book, One San Diego Children's book winner, "Dreamers" by Yuyi Morales.

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

Watch your childhood story come to life.  All ages are welcome.  No registration required.

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!

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

Art Therapy--NC-1053-E10

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.

Poor isolated little San Diego was far from the battlefields of Europe where the “Great War” was being fought.

The Taxpayer Advocate Service is an independent organization within the Internal Revenue Service.  We are independent in that we report directly to congress through the National Taxpayer Advocate.  TAS helps taxpayers resolve tax problem

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

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).

Award-winning singer/songwriter Katie Brady creates playful, educational and interactive music for children. Please come join us for a movin’ and groovin’ good time!

Enjoy stories, rhymes, and music followed by playtime with terrific toys. Come have a fantastic time at the library! [Birth - 5 yrs.]

September’s selection is SAPIENS by Yuval Harari 

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.

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; register below.

Fiction Fanatics will be discussing March: Book One by John Lewis.

Come join the Painting Party!

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

Recommended for ages 7-12, but also a great family program!

High school students give free music lessons to children. There will be openings for 3 FLUTE Students and 2 TRUMPET Students. Students must supply their own instruments as they are not provided.

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

Be moved and inspired to impact the community through volunteerism. Meet one-on-one with non-profits who are doing incredible things in our city!

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!

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,

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 and relaxing 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.

Join us for a free program that meets once a week for 1 hour each day. The program will go over the basics on how to use a computer in a fun and easy-to-learn environment. Limit 12.

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

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?