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

Balboa Branch Library will be open 9:30am-6:00pm on New Year's Eve. We wish you a Happy New Year!  Please join us again for our regular hours on Thursday, December 26th 9:30am-6:00pm.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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!

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.

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.

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

Listen to a terrific picture book and then make a story-based craft at the library!  Geared toward preparing preschoolers for Kindergarten success.  We look forward to seeing you!  [Preschool - 5yrs.]

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.

Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary-school age kids, this simple dance program will feature the Hokey Pokey, Baby Shark, and more. Families, it’s time to get your groove on!

Stories and songs introduce early literacy skills in young children.

Class includes fun poses for parents and kids during yoga story time.  Watch your child transform into a cat, dog, lion, and more!

Animal Education performers Wild Wonders will present a program of African animals – live in person for both children and parents to enjoy! Come join us!

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

Join us for Chinese songs, stories and playtime. For toddlers and preschool age children.   

Join Ms. Teri for an engaging preschool storytime that promotes a love of reading and quality together time. Featuring stories, fun, and play!

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

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.

Did you know that one donation of blood can save up to three lives?

· Find out what’s going on in your baby’s mind by teaching him/her to sign.

· Strengthen your bond with baby.

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

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.

Stop and Swap: Seeds, Plants, and More!

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

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.

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.

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!

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 LEGO® WeDo® system. They will learn basic programming skills and simple engineering concepts.

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

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.

Want to ring in the New Year, but your bedtime is way before midnight? Come to out Noon Year's Eve Celebration and celebrate at noon! Join us for crafts and a countdown to the Noon Year!

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

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.

Storytime is cancelled today as we take a holiday break!

Please join us next year for new stories, songs, and fun!

At City Heights library, we wish your family & friends a joyful holiday season & happy new year!

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

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

Children are invited to read to certified therapy dogs to build reading confidence.

High school students give free music lessons to children. There will be openings for 4 PIANO students and 5 VIOLIN students. Students must supply their own instruments as they are not provided.

Learn signs to use with your baby! Signing fun with songs, stories, and finger plays as well as tips for using sign language as a preverbal communication tool with your baby.

Recommended for ages 0+.

Party Bridge for ages 16 - Adult. Experience necessary.

Mind-Body Fitness for Older Adults is a restorative and contemplative class designed to promote physical and emotional balance, release stress, and create greater inner awareness through Hatha Chair Yoga.

Learn the art of knitting. See how much fun knitting can be. Open to all ages and skill levels. Bring a pair of needles and we'll help get you going; yarn available if needed. See how much fun and gratifying knitting can be!

Baby Sign Language Basics author, Monta Z. Briant puts on a super-fun sign language performance for babies through preschoolers. Includes songs, fingerplays, books, fun toys and props, and bubbles!

Located at the 3rd Floor Partner Services Desk

Join a Patent Attorney from Procopio for FREE Patent and Trademark education. First come, first serve. Bring your questions!
 

Have you wanted to join a writing group but are busy on weekdays? Then join our weekend writing group, Writer’s Block. Bring your pen and a notebook to an hour of writerly fun!

Are you looking to expand your technology skills? Would you like support setting up email, creating a resume, and accessing library databases? We're here to help!

UPAC’s Street Outreach services provides targeted outreach to homeless individual living in San Diego County.

Share ideas and improve your skills or maybe even learn how to do a craft!  Knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, and jewelry-making are the current favorites, but new crafts often join the mix. Never crafted before? That's okay too!

This program is designed for our youngest learners with the shortest attention spans, ages birth to 3 years old.

Come join other seniors for this fun and healthy activity!

Family Health Centers of San Diego will provide information on all services FHCSD provides along with DMV forms, Birth Certificate forms and Housing information, Medical information and appointment scheduling. 

If you or someone you know is struggling with stress, tension, anxiety, panic, mood disorder, anger, fears - you are not alone! Join Recovery International for peer-led, self-help meetings.

CANCELLED - will resume on January 9th.