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Pathways to Citizenship - Prep Hour

5:30pm–6:45pm
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Civic Center Library
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Foundation Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Citizenship Class
Event Details:

Pathways to Citizenship will provide ESL & Citizenship tutoring. Learn more about specific eligibility requirements for naturalization. Come get information to help navigate the pathway to Citizenship.

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group

Paths of Vengeance: A Movie Series

6:00pm–8:30pm
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Civic Center Library
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:

Take a journey through four searing tales of justice and revenge. 

Join Cinema Studies Professor Garrett Chaffin-Quiray for a screening and discussion of each film. 

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group

Interfaith Office Hours

10:00am–2:00pm
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Civic Center Library
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Foundation Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Event Details:

Interfaith Community Services empowers people in need to stabilize and improve their lives through comprehensive programs, in partnership with diverse faith communities and people of compassion. 

No appointment necessary!

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Toddler-Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Children (ages 0-5)
Civic Center Library
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Storycorner
Age Group: Children (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime

Children, ages 2-5, and their caregivers, will delight in listening to stories, singing songs, and participating in finger plays . Storytime is designed to inspire children as they explore the wonderful world of books and develop early literacy, motor and social skills.

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.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Cuentos Para Niños

11:30am–12:00pm
Children (ages 0-5)
Mission Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime

Acompaña nos  para el programa que incluye cuentos y canciónes en español. Para niños de 2 a 5 años y sus familias.

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.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-12)" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 6-11)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens (ages 13-17)" group

Afternoon Eats at the Library

4:00pm–4:45pm
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
John Landes Community Center Library
Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Center Courtyard
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Food Distribution, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for free meals at John Landes Community Center Library! Meals are available to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger while supplies last. No registration is required.

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.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-12)" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 6-11)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens (ages 13-17)" group

Afternoon Eats at the Library

4:00pm–4:45pm
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Civic Center Library
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Childrens Area
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Food Distribution, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for meals at Civic Center Library! Meals are available to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger while supplies last. No registration is required.

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.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens (ages 13-17)" group

Game Night

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
John Landes Community Center Library
Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Room
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Game Night
Event Details:

Do you love playing games? Join us each Thursday from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the John Landes Community Center Library to play with our Switches, VR Headsets, and board games!

For ages 10-17. No registration required!

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group

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.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-12)" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 6-11)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group

Homework Helpers

4:00pm–6:00pm
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12)
Mission Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12)
Program Type: Academic Support
Event Details:

One-on-one homework help every Thursday in the Mission Branch Library Community Room for students in grades K-8.

Walk-ins welcome, no registration required.

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.

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group

Cafecito: English Practice

5:15pm–6:00pm
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Civic Center Library
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Foundation Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Adult Education, Conversation Group, READS Learning Center

This program is for adults learning English and improving basic reading and writing skills.

Come practice English and have fun! Join us for fun conversation and friendly faces!

Ven a divertirte practicando Inglés! Únete a nosotros para conversacion y para encontrar nuevos amigos! 

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This event is in the "Children (ages 5-8)" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 6-11)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group
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Step Class

6:00pm–7:30pm
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 5-8), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+), All Ages
John Landes Community Center Library
Library Branch: John Landes Community Center Library
Room: John Landes Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 5-8), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+), All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

A free step class for all ages and all levels. Enhance your fitness and coordination while enjoying energetic music!

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group

Alzheimer's San Diego : Coping with Personality and Behavior Changes

10:00am–11:30am
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Civic Center Library
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Foundation Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

People with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias can experience behavior and personality changes. Learn what those changes mean and new ways to respond.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-12)" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 6-11)" group

Music & Movement Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11)
Mission Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Please join us for Music and Movement Storytime! Children, ages 2-8, and their caregivers will have fun exploring musical instruments, dancing, reading sing-along books, and playing with new friends.

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.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group

Southern Caregiver Resource Center Tabling

11:00am–1:00pm
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Civic Center Library
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Learn about services and resources offered by the Southern Caregiver Resource Center (SCRC). They will be tabling on the first Friday of each month. 

This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group

North County LGBTQ Center Project Youth Tabling

3:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+)
Civic Center Library
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17), Adults (ages 18+)
Event Details:

Visit the informational table in the library lobby to learn more about the Project Youth program at the North County LGBTQ Resource Center. 

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group

Southern Caregiver Resource Center Tabling

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Mission Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Learn about services and resources offered by the Southern Caregiver Resource Center (SCRC). They will be tabling on the first Friday of each month. 

This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens (ages 13-17)" group

Kpop Connect

4:30pm–5:30pm
Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Mission Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Calling all Kpop fans ages 8–17! Dive into the world of Stray Kids, Enhypen, Blackpink, BTS, and more with music, crafts, games, and snacks inspired by your favorite idols.

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group

Writers' Group

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Mission Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Writing

Meet monthly on the Second Sunday of the Month at Mission Branch Library.

Bring 6 copies of up to 1,500 words of prose; or two poems, no more than one page each.

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "Older Adults (ages 50+)" group

Computer Basics

9:00am–12:00pm
Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Mission Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+), Older Adults (ages 50+)
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Basic computer skills.  Class in drop-in and is designed to help users get more comfortable with technology.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-12)" group

Yoga for Kids

10:30am–11:30am
Children (ages 0-12)
Civic Center Library
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Storycorner
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12)
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Calm music, movement and mindfulness with yoga instructor Melanie. For ages 2 to 12.

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.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group

First Try: Embroidery

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
READS Learning Center
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: READS Learning Center
Room: READS Program Space
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Adult Education, Arts & Crafts, READS Learning Center
Registration Required
Event Details:

READS Learning Center invites adults to participate in First Try, a creative program focused on learning new things! Join us for our first four-part series where we will learn how to embroider together!

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.

This event is in the "Adults (ages 18+)" group

Library Club

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults (ages 18+)
Mission Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Branch Library
Room: Mission Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Library Club is a program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities!

Join us for fun group games and engaging arts & crafts activities.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-12)" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 6-11)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (ages 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens (ages 13-17)" group

Afternoon Eats at the Library

4:00pm–4:45pm
Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Civic Center Library
Library Branch: Civic Center Library
Room: Civic Center Library Childrens Area
Age Group: Children (ages 0-12), Children (ages 0-5), Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Food Distribution, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for meals at Civic Center Library! Meals are available to ALL CHILDREN 18 years of age and younger while supplies last. No registration is required.

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.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.