Week Calendar

Summer is upon us. Include us, the library, as one of your go to summer plans. We will be featuring family-friendly Summer movies every Wednesday in June. 

Join in as we read, sing, dance, and play at Preschool Storytime! Come and build essential early literacy skills and foster a love of reading. Designed for children ages 3-5.

This is a social group where you can practice your fiber craft in good company, showing off your latest projects, getting support, and make friends. All levels are welcome.

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In this highly interactive, music-based storytime program, children have the opportunity to make music, learn beats, and dance and move to the sounds. All ages are welcome to attend.

Sensory play. Join us outside to play with our new sensory tables. Mud play, sand play, and more! Program takes place in the garden, past the patio. 

For those contemplating constructing a family tree, as well as for experienced genealogy researchers.

Volunteers are there to help guide you in your research.

No appointment necessary. First come, first served.

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Toddler Story Time in Kensington Park will be held at 10:30am. There will be stories, songs, and bubbles! Join the fun!

Miss Jennifer leads a special storytime using the excitement and fun of ASL (American Sign Language) core signs to teach baby signing and enhance the reading of well-loved children's picture books.

Join us as we read, sing, and dance this special Storytime, which encourages a love of reading and builds essential early literacy skills. A unique craft follows each Storytime.

Bring the kiddos to the library every Thursday morning for a variety of play!  Storytime, crafts, dancing, songs and most of all FUN!

Please join us! 

I'll show kids how to draw basic shapes.  Then we'll add other elements to those shapes to create popular objects like people, bunnies, cars, fish, caterpillars, houses, etc..  Throughout the lessen I'll have them color parts of those ob

Join us for a California State Parks Ranger Read-Aloud session! Engage with Interpretive Rangers, participate in interactive activities, and discover how to access free park resources. Let us bring the park experience to you! 

Kensington-Normal Heights Librarians will share stories, songs, and bubbles with children ages 3-5. Older and younger siblings welcome! Bring a blanket to sit on the grass. 

Improve your English language skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. Whether you're a beginner or looking to polish your conversational English, this group is perfect for practicing with fellow language enthusiasts.

Details TBA

Would you like to learn to knit, crochet, do needlework or just spend time with other creators?

Bring your current project to work on, or if new to the hobbies, we'll help you get going!

For those contemplating constructing a family tree, as well as for experienced genealogy researchers.

Volunteers are there to help guide you in your research.

No appointment necessary. First come, first served.

Would you like to learn a card game that is challenging for your mind while also providing a rewarding social experience with your friends? Bridge has been played by millions around the world since it took its current form about a century ago.

Looking for an unforgettable family adventure? Come join us for an exciting afternoon of award-winning board games, perfect for kids and teens ages 2-17 and their families!

Our classes can help teach you how to be confident with your devices. 

Class Structure: 

Great bargain used books

These Storytimes, good for kids ages 4 to 6, are fun, kinetic, and humorous experiences!  I make it a point not just to read books, but to perform them as well!

Join local musician Kathryn the Grape for a dance and music party that will have your little ones dancing, singing, and grooving as part of our Summer Reading Program!

Villa Musica's Smart Start Summer Camp teaches children ages 2-4 years the foundations of learning music through educational games and music-based play activites.

Ages 0-5

Ages 0-5

Work on your flexibility, strength building and quiet your mind with functional movement practice. Participate at your own ability. Wear flexible clothing and bring any preferred yoga equipment.

Come and learn about Get It Done, a simple and easy way to connect with the City.  

• Report non-emergency problems
• Schedule appointments
• Obtain information

Yin yoga and meditation can help reduce the risk of falls by improving balance, increasing awareness, and decreasing fear of falling. Yin Yoga targets your deep connective tissues, like fascia, ligaments, and joints.

Villa Musica's Smart Start Summer Camp teaches children ages 2-4 years the foundations of learning music through educational games and music-based play activites.

Get help on the computers and with your digital devices from a Digital Navigator every Tuesday! They will be located in the computer lab and around the printer. Digital help offered in English, Spanish, and Tagalog.

Please join Ms. Ellie or Ms. Helene for storytime, songs, and some fun!

Children 0-5 years old and their caregivers are invited to join us for Odi Buddies! We will sing songs, do rhymes, fingerplays, shake our shakers and have fun!

After Preschool Storytime, we will be hosting a Stay and Play! 

Parents and Caregivers- play with your children or watch them as they play with other children. 

The Digital Navigator Program offers free, one-on-one assistance to help improve computer skills or get basic tech support.

Visit with the mysterious rainforest dwellers of South America! This theme contains a pre-set assortment of 6 animals, and may include a kinkajou, boa constrictor, iguana, or armadillo!

Round up your family and bring your neighbors for an informational and interactive presentation.  It's always a fun time when Wild Wonder visits and brings their animals.

In honor of Juneteenth, the San Diego African American Genealogy Research Group would like you to join us in exploring your Family History. 

Visit the library for LEGO® Playtime! We provide the pieces you'll need to let your imagination take off with LEGO®.

Takes place every Saturday unless otherwise indicated.

Baby Play & Learn is designed to support the development of children ages 0-24 months. This program includes stories, rhymes, songs, and movement activities  followed by an open play time.

Note new scheduled time, 12:00 to 1:00 pm, starting May 6th!

On June 25, 1876, two warring armies engaged in battle in a quiet river valley in Montana. Elements of George A. Custer’s 7th Cavalry Regiment and six tribes of the Sioux and Cheyenne nations fought for supremacy and survival.

Bring a mat and towel to enjoy a calming and gentle yoga experience.

No registration necessary.

Presented by Healthy Adventures.

Join fellow cookbook lovers to discuss/look at new cookbooks, swap older books, and share favorite recipes!

For the first meeting please bring your favorite cookbook and a dish to share from it.

Join this drop-in knitting group where knitters of all skill levels meet and knit. Bring your work in progress and share in the knitting community.

Learn to knit or bring your WIP's.  Materials will be provided. 

Celebrate Juneteenth Freedom Day at the Central Library with our Juneteenth Jubilee Kickoff. We'll have live music performances and poetry in our courtyard, along with a resource fair with local community organizations. 

Join for a fun-filled celebration of early literacy!

Mindful meditation can help lower heart rate, respiration, blood pressure, and stress.  Instructors from the Healthy Adventures Foundation will lead participants in meditative breathing, a contract/relax exercise, and guided imagery.  At

Get help on the computers and with your digital devices from a Digital Navigator every Tuesday! They will be located in the computer lab and around the printer.

Join others in a friendly game of Scrabble. Enjoy going letter-to-letter with your fellow wordsmiths and keep those wits sharp. Beginner or expert, all are welcome. Every Tuesday of the month unless otherwise indicated.

Join Bernadette with Silver Age Yoga for gentle yoga classes that can be done on a mat or seated in a chair.

All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your mat and water.

Space is limited. First come, first served.

Science comes “alive” in the classroom with our interactive wildlife education programs! Wild Wonders brings one or more of their degreed staff of biologists and life scientists, and at least 6 furry, feathered and or scaly teache

Monthly meeting of the Allied Gardens FoL.

Whether you’re new to creative writing or have been at it for years, come join this fun, weekly drop-in class. You’ll learn techniques to polish your writing craft in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Drop in on our informal group which offers an opportunity for adults to get together, socialize, and bring a project to work on. All skill levels welcome - whether you are a beginning or seasoned knitter, you are invited to join in the fun.

Are you or someone you know looking to return to the workforce?

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming event designed to give the San Diego community a space to unwind, create, and connect.

Come play American Mah Jongg - a game of skill, strategy, and luck!

Experienced and novice players welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach you.

Join us for Worldwide Knit/Crochet in Public Day.

Bring your works in progress.

Need to finish some homework, work on a project, study for a test, or just relax and read a book away from the distractions at home?

The Teen Game Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch and PS5. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Fortnite, Gang Beasts, Marvel Rivals, NBA 2K and more. 

Need to finish some homework, work on a project, study for a test, or just relax and read a book away from the distractions at home?

Design a “do it yourself” breathtaking floral bookmark made from layered non-toxic UV-cure resin and real flowers.

Supplies provided. Seating limited. Be sure to arrive early.

Play, and learn how children become strong leaders! This series of events starts May 14th and includes a storytime, crafts for kids, and new books to read. Every Wednesday until June 18th.

The Teen Game Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch and PS5. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Fortnite, Gang Beasts, Marvel Rivals, NBA 2K and more. 

Need to finish some homework, work on a project, study for a test, or just relax and read a book away from the distractions at home?

At the Genetic Genealogy Roundtable, topics discussed may include the following, plus any questions attendees may have for the group, or experiences participants may want to share with community members:

The Teen Game Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch and PS5. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Fortnite, Gang Beasts, Marvel Rivals, NBA 2K and more. 

Interested in achieving better brain function while improving your memory, cognitive abilities, and strategic thinking? Then play chess!

Chess is played by over 600 million people and is the most popular game in the world.

Need to finish some homework, work on a project, study for a test, or just relax and read a book away from the distractions at home?

Do you want to learn how to play chess? Do you already know how to play and are looking for the perfect place to play? Join us every Saturday for a fun game of chess with friends at Rancho Bernardo Library!

Join the Do Your Homework @ The Library crew for a variety of summer crafts!

Join the Do Your Homework @ The Library crew for a variety of summer crafts!

Calling all LEGO Builders!

Put your engineering and problem-solving skills to the test by taking part in unique LEGO building challenges or let your imagination run wild and build your own special LEGO creations.

Each week's LEGO

Please join us in the Community Room on Thursdays to play the game of Go! Players of all experience levels are welcome to join, and the library will provide 13 x 13 boards you can use to play with others.

Come to the PB Library a half-hour before our monthly Book Discussion to get to know your fellow readers better over tea and light refreshments.  

Chess is played by over 600 million people and is the most popular game in the world. We welcome players with all levels of chess experience from beginners to advanced. Recommended for ages 10 and up.

During these workshops led by local nonprofit STITCHES, participants will be guided as they knit soap bags to donate to those in need!

In celebration of Juneteenth, UCSD Professor King Britt

Explore physical and chemical reactions, using fire, foam, and music. Tap into the mind of scientists.

Join us every second Monday for an entertaining book club where we’ll discuss a great kids book, do a related craft, and enjoy snacks.