Adventures of Lotsa Lead!

Join Family Health Centers of San Diego in the “Adventures of Lotsa Lead!” storytime program. Did you know lead is a toxic metal that is dangerous to your family’s health? From paint and dirt to toys and candy, lead may be found in many things we encounter in our everyd......More

Join Family Health Centers of San Diego in the “Adventures of Lotsa Lead!” storytime program. Did you know lead is a toxic metal that is dangerous to your family’s health? From paint and dirt to toys and candy, lead may be found in many things we encounter in our everyday lives. This program is for children of all ages.Bring an item for lead testing!

4255 Mt. Abernathy Ave., San Diego, CA, 92117, US

Automobile Design

Get your imagination flowing and explore the fascinating automobile engineering and design field! You will go on an enlightening adventure that explores the many parts that go into making an automobile work. This course is designed to inform and empower aspiring enginee......More

Get your imagination flowing and explore the fascinating automobile engineering and design field! You will go on an enlightening adventure that explores the many parts that go into making an automobile work. This course is designed to inform and empower aspiring engineers and designers to unleash their creativity while sharpening their technical skills.This is an in-person program.Presented by Girlie Garage.If you have comments, questions, or grievances about the event, please contact Discover U at [email protected] program is part of San Diego Public Library's Discover U initiative for youth and emerging adults to explore their STEAM interests, prepare for their futures, and achieve their college and career goals.

4255 Mt. Abernathy Ave., San Diego, CA, 92117, US

Storytime at the Library

Join us for indoor Storytime at the Balboa Library. We’ll read fun stories and sing songs. There will be take-home crafts, giveaways & more! Afterwards, stay for Toddler Happy Hour. For children and their caregivers.

4255 Mt. Abernathy Ave., San Diego, CA, 92117, US

Toddler Happy Hour

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. This is an opportunity for caregivers and childr......More

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. This is an opportunity for caregivers and children to come together and play. This program is appropriate for babies and toddlers and their parents, grandparents, and caregivers. Program sponsored by the Friends of the Balboa Library.

4255 Mt. Abernathy Ave., San Diego, CA, 92117, US

Lego Club

Come all lego-philes and create your own architectural masterpiece, engineering feat, or artistic expression. For ages 3 and up.

4255 Mt. Abernathy Ave., San Diego, CA, 92117, US

Tech Tuesdays

Got stuck on borrowing an eBook? Need help setting up that new tablet? Bring your questions and devices to receive one-on-one assistance with:· Cloud Library, SDPL to Go· iPad, iPhone, MacBook· Android/Galaxy devices, Kindle Fire· Chromebook, Windows Laptop...More

Got stuck on borrowing an eBook? Need help setting up that new tablet? Bring your questions and devices to receive one-on-one assistance with:· Cloud Library, SDPL to Go· iPad, iPhone, MacBook· Android/Galaxy devices, Kindle Fire· Chromebook, Windows Laptop

4255 Mt. Abernathy Ave., San Diego, CA, 92117, US

San Diego History Talk: The Restoration of San Diego's Operational Lighthouse

The leggy iron tower that has stood beckoning ships at the lower tip of Point Loma since 1891 underwent an extensive restoration completed early 2020. Now the old rust bucket is in good standing for another century. "And just in time,” says independent contractor Neil G......More

The leggy iron tower that has stood beckoning ships at the lower tip of Point Loma since 1891 underwent an extensive restoration completed early 2020. Now the old rust bucket is in good standing for another century. "And just in time,” says independent contractor Neil Gardis. “Straightening a three-degree tilt of the upper two sections and rooting out layers of lead paint and desecration from rust-jacking was no easy feat. And critical to the survival of the historic and operational structure.”Speakers and twin sisters Kim and Karen, co-authors of the book “Lighthouses of San Diego” will review the history of Point Loma Light Station then take us on the precarious journey of restoration. They were on board documenting and photographing the process.Author Bio:Karen Scanlon is a freelance writer, educator, and historian who writes extensively on the maritime history of San Diego. In other directions are her published works in children's curriculum, and stories about people you'd want to know. Karen and twin sister Kim volunteer at Cabrillo National Monument tending the lens and lantern of the Old Point Loma Lighthouse. The two co-authored the book, Lighthouses of San Diego. Karen is the proud recipient of The Martha Washington Medal awarded by Sons of the American Revolution for her work on the 1905 naval disaster aboard USS Bennington in San Diego Harbor.

4255 Mt. Abernathy Ave., San Diego, CA, 92117, US

STEM Crafternoon: Circle Art

Fold and cut paper circles into fractions and then create beautiful patterns with the pieces. For ages 5 and up.

4255 Mt. Abernathy Ave., San Diego, CA, 92117, US

Southern Caregiver Resource Center

The Southern Caregiver Resource Center will table at the library to offer information and resources to the community about caregiver support services.

4255 Mt. Abernathy Ave., San Diego, CA, 92117, US

Tech Thursdays

Got stuck on borrowing an eBook? Need help setting up that new tablet? Bring your questions and devices to receive one-on-one assistance with:· Cloud Library, SDPL to Go· iPad, iPhone, MacBook· Android/Galaxy devices, Kindle Fire· Chromebook, Windows Laptop...More

Got stuck on borrowing an eBook? Need help setting up that new tablet? Bring your questions and devices to receive one-on-one assistance with:· Cloud Library, SDPL to Go· iPad, iPhone, MacBook· Android/Galaxy devices, Kindle Fire· Chromebook, Windows Laptop

4255 Mt. Abernathy Ave., San Diego, CA, 92117, US

Introduction to AI | Project NexTech Workshop

Project NexTech will present a three-part series: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence. Students are familiarized with the Python programming language and are introduced to applications of programming in artificial intelligence fields, such as computer vision, natura......More

Project NexTech will present a three-part series: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence. Students are familiarized with the Python programming language and are introduced to applications of programming in artificial intelligence fields, such as computer vision, natural language processing, and machine learning through interactive demonstrations and activities. This series is for 6th grade and up. 10 Chromebooks are available if students do not have personal laptops to use.

4255 Mt. Abernathy Ave., San Diego, CA, 92117, US

Kids Book Club and Craft

Join us each month for a  fun book discussion and craft for kids aged 8-10. This month we will be discussing Restart by Gordon Korman. While supplies last, we will be giving kids paperback copies to keep. Snacks are provided! Sponsored by the Friends of the Balboa Libra......More

Join us each month for a  fun book discussion and craft for kids aged 8-10. This month we will be discussing Restart by Gordon Korman. While supplies last, we will be giving kids paperback copies to keep. Snacks are provided! Sponsored by the Friends of the Balboa Library.

4255 Mt. Abernathy Ave., San Diego, CA, 92117, US

CERT | Easy Steps to Preparedness: Build a Go-Bag

Easy Steps to Preparedness: Build a Go-BagJoin us as members of the Community Emergency Response Team give a presentation on being Disaster Ready. Disasters can happen at any time and it can be confusing to know what to take with you when you only have moments to decide......More

Easy Steps to Preparedness: Build a Go-BagJoin us as members of the Community Emergency Response Team give a presentation on being Disaster Ready. Disasters can happen at any time and it can be confusing to know what to take with you when you only have moments to decide.  Learn how to build a personalized Go-Bag to help you and your family prepare for and recover from disaster.  (10+)Local government prepares for everyday emergencies. However, during a disaster, the number and scope of incidents can overwhelm conventional emergency services. The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program is an all-risk, all-hazard training. This valuable course is designed to help you protect yourself, your family, your neighbors, and your neighborhood in an emergency situation.CERT is a positive and realistic approach to emergency and disaster situations where citizens may initially be on their own and their actions can make a difference. While people will respond to others in need without the training, one goal of the CERT program is to help them do so effectively and efficiently without placing themselves in unnecessary danger.

4255 Mt. Abernathy Ave., San Diego, CA, 92117, US