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Book cover of The Summer Hikaru Died

Animanga Club

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone - Civic Center at Civic Center Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Teens (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Teen Zone - Civic Center
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love manga and/or anime? Join us at Animanga Club! We will be discussing The Summer Hikaru Died, Vol. 1, by Mokumokuren.

Sign up for a free copy of the book! 

Main Character Grace flying through space with Saturn like planet behind her

Tween Graphic Novel Book Club

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Civic Center Library Storycorner at Civic Center Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Tweens (ages 8-12)
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Storycorner
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Read and discuss the graphic novel Grace Needs Space by Benjamin A. Wilgus and Rii Abrego.

zine letter cutouts

Resolution Zine

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Writing

Age Group:

Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a way to inspire yourself this upcoming year but tired of making the same list over and over again? Join Oceanside Public Library for a hands-on Resolution Zine workshop!

Regency Tea Party flyer

Regency Tea Party: Jane Austen 250

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Civic Center Library Community Room at Civic Center Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

It’s been 250 years since Jane Austen’s birth! Join us in celebrating Austen’s life and learning about her legacy with Linda Miller, Board Member of the Jane Austen Society, San Diego Region. 

The Hidden Life

The Hidden Life: A Movie Series

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Civic Center Library Community Room at Civic Center Library

Program Type:

Movie, Special Event, Other

Age Group:

Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Movie, Special Event, Other
Event Details:

Discover unseen desires, hidden truths, and the worlds concealed beneath the surface of everyday life in this three film series. 

boy standing on unknown planet between two towering mosquito looking entities

Tween Chapter Book Club

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mission Branch Community Room at Mission Branch Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Tweens (ages 8-12)
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Read and discuss the chapter book We Are Not From Here by Geoff Rodkey.

Book cover of When the Wolf Comes Home with black and grey wolf bearing it's teeth through a glass window

Books & Brew

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off-site

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults (ages 18+)
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Due to the holiday, December Books & Brew will take place on the 3rd Wednesday of the month 

Book cover for Project Hail Mary with astronaut connected through wire floating in space

Books & Brew

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off-site

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults (ages 18+)
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us for our fun monthly book club meeting now at Shoots (Tremont Collective). Grab a drink, relax, and chat about some great books with us!

Books & Brew

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off-site

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults (ages 18+)
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us for our fun monthly book club meeting now at Shoots (Tremont Collective). Grab a drink, relax, and chat about some great books with us!

Save the Date Filipino Cultural Celebration Flyer

25th Annual Filipino American Cultural Celebration

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Civic Center Library Community Room at Civic Center Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

All Ages
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
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Next Chapter Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Online
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club, READS Learning Center
Registration Required

Next Chapter Book Club is a read-along book club for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Next Chapter Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Online
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club, READS Learning Center
Registration Required

Next Chapter Book Club is a read-along book club for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Veterans Day Holiday

All Day
All Library Locations
Closing
Branches:
All Library Locations

Next Chapter Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Online
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club, READS Learning Center
Registration Required

Next Chapter Book Club is a read-along book club for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Next Chapter Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Online
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club, READS Learning Center
Registration Required

Next Chapter Book Club is a read-along book club for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Thanksgiving Holiday

All Day 11/26–11/27
All Library Locations
Closing
Branches:
All Library Locations

Next Chapter Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Online
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club, READS Learning Center
Registration Required

Next Chapter Book Club is a read-along book club for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Next Chapter Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Online
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club, READS Learning Center
Registration Required

Next Chapter Book Club is a read-along book club for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Next Chapter Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Online
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club, READS Learning Center
Registration Required

Next Chapter Book Club is a read-along book club for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Christmas Eve Holiday

3:00pm–10:00pm
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Bookmobile, Adelante Bookmobile, Online, Off-site, All Library Locations

Christmas Holiday

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Bookmobile, Adelante Bookmobile, Online, Off-site, All Library Locations

New Year's Eve Holiday

3:00pm–10:00pm
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Bookmobile, Adelante Bookmobile, Online, Off-site, All Library Locations

New Year's Day Holiday

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Civic Center Library, Mission Branch Library, John Landes Community Center Library, READS Learning Center, Bookmobile, Adelante Bookmobile, Online, Off-site, All Library Locations

Next Chapter Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Online
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club, READS Learning Center
Registration Required

Next Chapter Book Club is a read-along book club for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Next Chapter Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Online
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club, READS Learning Center
Registration Required

Next Chapter Book Club is a read-along book club for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Next Chapter Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Online
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club, READS Learning Center
Registration Required

Next Chapter Book Club is a read-along book club for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Next Chapter Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Online
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club, READS Learning Center
Registration Required

Next Chapter Book Club is a read-along book club for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.