Week Calendar

Join Little Saigon SD on Wednesday mornings at the Annex for FREE Tai Chi classes for seniors! 

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.

Mind and Body Fitness is done mostly standing or in a chair. No mats required.
Space is limited to 25 people per class.

Be sure to get to the library a little early, this class fills up fast!

Love to read and talk about books? Join the Morning Book Club!

Come meet other book lovers and join in a lively discussion of this month's book selection, "Waiting for Snow in Havana" by Carlos Eirie.

Please join us! 

Mahjong for Seniors

Join Us for Senior Mahjong at the Library!

Are you looking to learn some computer skills?  These sessions—with instruction, hands-on opportunities, and plenty of time for questions and answers—are just for you!  

All About Apps

Using a chair for support, you can practice yoga and receive the benefits of improved circulation, flexibility, and mobility, as well as calm your mind and renew your energy.

People experiencing Alzheimer's and dementia-related diseases might have special needs regarding long-term care. Learn from local elder law experts about getting key legal documents in place and how to plan for the costs of future care.

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!

Este mes, ven y aprende: Seguridad en la Red I This month, come and learn Network Safety  

Each class includes breathing practices (pranayama), postures rooted in functional movement (asana), and relaxation (savasana). All movements and exercises aim to strengthen the body and mind. These classes are open to all ages, all levels.

 A class combining sitting and standing yoga exercises, working on muscle strength and balance.  We'll be learning some elements of QiGong, self-massage, deep breathing, followed with meditation at the end. 

Please join fellow readers in the College-Rolando area for discussions on a different title every month!

Contact branch for reserved copies. 

2025 Schedule of Book Club Books

Join the knitting and crochet circle. Improve your skills in these traditional art forms.  Bring your project for social crafting!

Greet Autumn with this beautiful wreath in traditional Fall colors. Learn to make home-made raffia using recycled paper.  This workshop will be led by local artist, Hannah Murdoch. 

The Fiction Lovers will be discussing The Story of Arthur Truluv by Elizabeth Berg.

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

Class Structure: 

Join us on Saturday, September 13 at 10:30am for our 70th/20th Anniversary!

Celebrating 20 years of the College-Rolando Branch Library and 70 years of the San Diego Public Library serving the College Area and Rolando communities.

Come join us for Toddler Happy Hour! Right after Storytime,  parents and caregivers with young children can come and meet their neighbors!  Age-appropriate toys and games will be provided for the little ones to play with.

An instructor from Silver Age Yoga will lead a yoga program that can be done on a mat or a chair.  Silver Age Yoga is a 501(c)(3) whose mission is to provide health enhancing yoga classes for seniors.  Although this program is designed f

Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is more than simply putting flowers in a container. It is a disciplined art form that breathes life into each composition, harmonizing the elements of nature and humanity.

NEED TECH HELP AND TECH RESOURCES?!

The City of San Diego and the San Diego Futures Foundation are offering FREE Digital Navigator drop-in services.

Supercharging your metabolism with SMART eating and adopting positive lifestyle changes can improve your metabolic health. Let your metabolism work for you!

Register here for the first event in our Beginning Mahjong Class series. Class will take place every Wednesday from Sept 3rd - 24th. Materials will be provided. No experience necessary!

This yoga class is a great way to do yoga in the office and at your desk. This can be completely seated class or a blend between seating and standing with the chair class. We modify traditional Hatha Yoga into poses you can do in your chair or

Can’t make it to our in-person book club at the Carmel Mountain Ranch Library? Try this virtual alterative!  A limited number of this month’s selection will be available at the Circulation Desk.

The Digital Navigator Program offers free, one-on-one assistance to help improve computer skills or get basic tech support. Digital Navigators are tech experts who are available to answer your "How to ....." questions.

Explore the science behind a plant-based diet and how it can improve our health and the planet’s too. Learn how people are losing weight, reducing their risk of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer with the power of plant-based foods.

Mindful meditation helps us become aware of what is already true moment by moment. It teaches us how to be unconditionally present, no matter what it is.

Celebrate Mexican Independence and California history at the Old Town San Diego State Historic Park!

Whether you're new to meditation or have been practicing for years, this session is designed to immerse yourself in relaxation and tranquility as you are guided through various techniques, including breathwork, visualization, and mindfulness exerc

Do you need a computer but can't afford to buy one?  Sign-up for the C2SDK seminar where you will learn how to qualify and apply for a computer.  Registration required.

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

No registration necessary.

Presented by Healthy Adventures.

Have you been a player of Dungeons and Dragons but have never been the Dungeon Master?

Join this drop-in, knit-along group for a good cause where knitters make 7”x9” rectangle swatches that are then donated and joined together to create blankets for those in need.  Bring your own needlework project and enjoy the company

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.

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. Tuesdays at 1:00pm

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.

Do you have this board game in your cupboard? Have you celebrated as you drove a family member into fictional bankruptcy? No matter which version, and there are many, you’ve tried, this colorful board game remains a game night staple.

A gathering of intermediate & advanced players who want to enjoy a few rounds of mahjong together!

Materials are provided

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

This class provides students with an understanding of the Breath-Mind-Body dynamic and its relationship to health and wellness during the aging process.  Students learn breathing techniques for self-care, mental resilience, and physical relax

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.

ALL PARTICIPANTS NEED TO GET A PROGRAM NUMBER AT THE FRONT DESK BEFORE EACH SESSION STARTING AT 12:30 PM. PROGRAM LIMIT 20 PARTICIPANTS

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.

A beginner-friendly session that explains how 3D printers work and what they can do, with a walkthrough of the printing process step by step. The walkthrough will be accompanied by a short demonstration print. No experience needed.

Join us and write on the second Sunday of every month!

Feeling forgetful? Preserving your mental abilities as you get older is easier than you might think — and it can even be fun. Stimulating your mind by playing games and learning new skills can help keep your brain healthy as you age.

Design your own “do it yourself” breathtaking seed spiral mandala.

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

This class provides students with an understanding of the Breath-Mind-Body dynamic and its relationship to health and wellness during the aging process.  Students learn breathing techniques for self-care, mental resilience, and physical relax

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.

Learn all the “ins and outs” of container Mediterranean gardening!

Mediterranean gardening is a great way to grow herbs in Southern California that do not require a lot of water. 

We will discuss: 

Create imagery or sculptures using the process of paper making! Paper is a material that is a staple in nearly every art form across the world, be it for drawing, painting, or even sculpture.

All levels of Chess experience are welcome - beginners to advanced.

All ages, children and adults!

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.  

Have someone in your family that is curious about DnD? Join us every Thursday at 3:30pm for our weekly board game afternoon and DnD session!

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.

 Let's get creative with Perler Beads! You can make keychains, coasters, necklaces, bracelets, or ornaments by creating any designs using little beads bonded together with heat.  It's easy, lots of fun, and even meditative.

This class is about learning to relax through mindfulness.

Kevin Ayesh: Piano Masterpieces & Favorites

Kevin Ayesh will perform works by Beethoven, Brahms, Chopin, and Gershwin. 

*Open seating until capacity is reached.

Join the new Spanish Club at PHR Library with Dalbert the Spanish Tutor!

Friends of the Library general chapter meeting.

Let's play chess!  All ages and skill levels are welcome to play casual games in our relaxed setting. 

Are you ready to explore your family tree? The North Park Library is offering a monthly class (2nd Wednesday of the month) which will provide you with the basics to start your genealogy search!

Community members with a basic grasp of English language can have fun themed conversations and build relationships with one another. We will talk about ourselves, our cultures, and more.

Join us for the Pacific Beach Library's monthly book discussion!  Our group meets in a hybrid format, so you can choose whether you'd prefer to join us in-person in the PB Library's Community Room or virtually (please send an email to cwainwr

Join us for an hour of crocheting at the library! You can use our supplies, or bring your own projects. Ask questions, learn the basics, or talk to other crocheters while practicing the craft. 

We need you writers! We invite you to join our adult writer's group where you can learn to thread together memorable fiction. To learn more please call at 619-533-3968 or email:Echavez@sandiego.gov 

Calling all artists!

Join Maribel from Back from Tomboctou for a special hands-on art experience! Participants will get to choose from a variety of objects inspired by traditional Mexican artisan crafts, and paint their own masterpiece to take home.

Join us each month for a relaxing and creative crafting session just for adults! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned DIYer, you'll enjoy working on fun, hands-on projects in a friendly, social setting.

Get ready to shout “BINGO!”  
Bring your friends for a fun game night with prizes awarded to winners!  
(For ADULTS)

Learn and practice meditation, improve harmony at home and at work, and build your wisdom and inner peace.  This secular and modern approach to traditional Buddhist teachings is led by Ashley Davis, co-founder of The Center for Harmonious Liv

San Diego Writers Ink welcomes Fiction writers at any stage to join the Fiction Focused Writing Group located inside the Pacific Highlands Ranch Library.

Journal Jam at the Library is every first Monday of the month at 6:00pm! 

Want to connect with other readers?  

The Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Branch Library’s Gay Men’s Book Club will read a book with gay themes each month, mostly novels and memoirs, and get together to discuss it. The readings will explore a variety of topics, particularl

Ex Machina

A young programmer is selected to participate in a ground-breaking experiment in synthetic intelligence by evaluating the human qualities of A.I.

Cycle of Coincidence: A coincidental meeting of two strangers aboard a flight from Salt Lake City to Amsterdam set into motion a dangerous plan of intrigue, revenge and murder based on an ancient curse.

Skyline Hills Book Club celebrates

Art Appreciation

Note: This month we will be meeting on the SECOND Monday of the month, not the first!