Week Calendar

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.

The Friends of the San Diego Public Library will be hosting its next book sale at the University Heights Branch Library at 4193 Park Blvd (at Howard Ave), San Diego 92103. Enter at the Sprouts parking lot entrance.

Come join us at (San Diego Museum of Art) SDMA for free entry, tour, and art workshop.   Bus transportation will be provided to and from the museum.

Tours are designed for kids ages 4-12 and their caregivers.

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.

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.

This bilingual program is designed for preschool children to experience both English and French in a fun, engaging setting. During each session, we will read stories and sing in both languages. 

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

Children learn simple signing in a fun, storytime format.

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!

Mahjong for Seniors

Join Us for Senior Mahjong at the Library!

Recommended for ages 2-5, this storytime program includes books, songs, games, and early literacy fun! A to-go craft will be provided at the end.

Join in as the Dance to Evolve program sings, dances, and plays in this special Storytime, designed to foster a love of reading and develop essential early literacy skills.

Designed especially for children ages 3-5.

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. 

Stay and Play is a play group and storytime for kids age 0-5 and their adults. We especially invite nontraditional caregivers (friends, family members, and neighbors) who care for children in an informal way.

The Daytime Book Club meets monthly to discuss the selected title - interesting and fun conversations ensue!

New members and guests are always welcome!

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 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!

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!

¡Bienvenidos a todos! Come and join us to celebrate the concept of LOVE incorporating playtime. Estaremos aprendiendo el concepto de amor. Sensory Friendly!  ¡Todos a jugar!

Take a break from the busy holiday season to sip on some hot chocolate or warm apple cider while you learn how to paint.

Gather together to speak, discuss, and enjoy sharing different aspects of the French language, culture, and heritage. 

For native and non-native speakers of all ages.

Saturday is Story Time in Kensington Park. Bring a blanket to sit on and get ready for stories, music, and bubbles! Recommended for ages 1-5. Older siblings are welcome to join in on the fun!

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.

Come learn a new skill or start up an old hobby while you make new friends! Have you ever found yourself needing to keep your hands busy while you sit, or in need of some way to express yourself through art? 

This entertaining and educational Signing Story Time with Jennifer Duncan is infused with joy and American Sign Language signs.

Need to occupy your little one on Wednesday mornings? Come join us for our weekly Dance Pants party!

Join us for an overview of nearly 30 programs and services offered by Aging & Independence Services (AIS) and other local community providers that can help you and your loved ones live a

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Meet for a different book selection each month. Read the book Unsheltered by Barbara Kingsolver and then join a lively book discussion here at Balboa Branch Library.

Instead of today's Morning Storytime, we will be hosting an early "Stay and Play!" that will start at 11:00am. 

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

Come and enjoy our free Zumba for Kids program for babies and toddlers. This program involves music and movement to help kids strengthen their motor skills.

How do cats greet each other on Christmas? With a furry Meowy Christmas and a Happy Mew Year!

Practice your reading skills with a fluffy friend! Participants learn how to be safe around animals as they improve their reading skills.

Have you heard about our newest reading challenge?

The Great Escape is here! This program is for school-aged readers, K-12, to encourage reading and literacy. To complete this challenge readers must log 1000 minutes by May 31, 2026.

Come test out your Pokémon Trainer skills and aim to be the very best at our Pokémon TCG hangout!

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.

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

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

No registration necessary.

Presented by Healthy Adventures.

Signing Storytime with Jennifer Duncan of Signs at Play is a fun event for families with young children. It combines the joy of stories with the added fun of baby sign language (ASL). 

Are you currently a Pacific Highlands Ranch Library Teen Volunteer? Please join me in discussing future projects and programs here at the library. I would love your input to create new and exciting opportunities here at PHR.

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 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.

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.

Come and join us to learn to sing! Participants will be learning several singing concepts. Elementary & teens!

Creative Collective promotes wellness and enrichment through art-making experiences. Join our open-ended art-making program where you are free to be creative and expressive with many different forms of art!

Monthly meeting of Serra Mesa Village 

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.

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

Please bring your favorite cookbook and a dish to share from it or cookbooks you don't want anymore.

Join us at the Kensington-Normal Heights Library for a Free Persian Music Concert in the park. The music will be jazz inspired with a Persian flair. There will be a mix of Eastern and Western Instruments.

It is a truth universally acknowledged that 250 years after her birth, Jane Austen is a cultural juggernaut and origin

Stop by upstairs for board games with our library volunteer, Jimmy! There will be a variety of games available, for all ages. 

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

Providing enrichment for our animal friends is incredibly important! During this monthly program you can help us make fun and easy enrichment items for homeless animals at our local Humane Society. 

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.

Come join the festive fun of decorating gingerbread houses! Dive into this delightful tradition where we provide the houses, and you bring them to life with a rainbow of candies. It's a sweet, sticky adventure you won't want to miss!

How about a game of chess? All levels of chess experience are welcome, from beginners to advanced. If you don't know how to play chess, you can learn at Chess Club!

Come listen to the latest releases, talk about the latest news, and more!

Happy Paw-lidays from the Point Loma/Hervey Library!

Join us for our Youth Gingerbread House Decorating Party! Participants will be provided with all materials to construct their own Winter Wonderland House! Space is limited, so please register for this event while spaces are available!

Exciting prizes, great company, and endless fun await you at our thrilling Teen Bingo Night!

Join us every Monday for a variety of teen activities!

Give your child the thrill of making their very first video game!

Join us for a monthly session where we’ll discuss the book choice for the month. The book selection for December is the graphic novel version of The Secret Garden adapted by Mariah Marsden and illustrated by Hanna Luechtefeld.

Join us with your friends and family to share your garden. Bring what you have to share; take home something you really want and bring a bag to take home your finds. 

Join us for some hot cocoa, crafts, gingerbread houses and more!

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

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

Join us for a late afternoon pajama storytime with an engaging seasonal theme for young children including books, music, and bubbles with the addition of American Sign Language signs presented by Jennifer Duncan from Signs at Play.

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 every Thursday from 4:00 - 5:30 pm for Chess in the 1st floor Mary Hollis Clark Conference Center, off of the main lobby of the San Diego Central Library.

Today's "Dance Pants Fun!" replaces Dancing Through the Pages

Join us for a special Science Club with Mad Science.  Today we will explore the Science of Toys in this hands-on workshop.

Santa Claus is coming to town—this town! Join him here at the Library as he tells a tale of wonder and good cheer. And then take photos with Jolly Ol’ St. Nick! Ho Ho Ho! For kids 4 to 11 and their parents.

Let’s laugh and play trivia! Grab some friends or come on your own and put your knowledge of random factoids to the test! Fun! Games! Prizes! Snacks! 

Trivia Time for All Ages is a family-friendly event.

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

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.

Skyline Hills Library

Crafting Circle

December Events

Don your best Regency attire and join dance hosts Ellen Riley and Ellie Konitshek from San Diego English Country Dancers for an introduction into the world of

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

Adult Craft Night at the Logan Heights Library! 

Join us on Tuesday, December 16th from 6:00 PM until 7:30 PM in the Gracia Molina Room for a fun adult crafting event. 

You're invited to the Point Loma/Hervey Library's  Holiday Ornament Party!