Balboa Branch Library
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Friday December 5 4:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Older Kids Book Club
Join us each month for a fun book discussion for youth aged 11-14. This month we will be discussing Carl Hiaasen's Squirm. While supplies last, we will be giving out paperback copies to keep. Snacks are provided! Sponsored by the Friends of the Balboa Library....More
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Saturday December 6 2:00pm - 5:00pm PST
EcoLogik Workshop | Drastic Plastic!
Plastic is everywhere, impacting our lives and the world around us. But what can we do to help solve this environmental problem? Come to our hands-on lesson and art activity where we’ll explore the effects of plastics on our environment and discuss what we can all do to......More
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Tuesday December 9 11:30am - 12:00pm PST
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.
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Tuesday December 9 12:00pm - 12:45pm PST
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
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Tuesday December 9 4:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Crafternoon: Nutcracker Puppet
Make a craft-stick puppet inspired by the classic holiday story The Nutcracker and the Mouse King. For ages 4 and up.
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Wednesday December 10 3:30pm - 4:30pm PST
Ruff Readers
Ruff Readers is a program that encourages children to increase their reading skills and self-confidence by reading out loud to a therapy dog. Join Ms. Terrie and her dog Star in the children's area on the second Wednesday of the month.
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Thursday December 11 4:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Balboa Library Chess Club
Do you enjoy playing chess or have you always wanted to learn? Chess increases problem solving skills, abstract reasoning, creative and strategic thinking, and pattern recognition. Best of all, it’s fun to play!All ages and levels welcome!
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Saturday December 13 10:00am - 11:30am PST
Balboa Adult Arts & Crafts Series | Festive Holiday Bows
Learn to make festive holiday bows that elevate your gifts and are fun to create. This workshop is led by local artist Hannah Murdoch. Registration is required.
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Saturday December 13 1:00pm - 3:00pm PST
Gingerbread House Making Party
Make a Gingerbread House to take home! Design your very own Gingerbread House with icing and delectable holiday treats from a candy buffet! For ages 5-17.You can register in person or by calling the Balboa Library at 858-573-1390. Space is limited. Program sponsored by......More
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Tuesday December 16 11:30am - 12:00pm PST
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.
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Tuesday December 16 12:00pm - 12:45pm PST
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
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Tuesday December 16 3:30pm - 4:30pm PST
Lego Club
Come all lego-philes and create your own architectural masterpiece, engineering feat, or artistic expression. For ages 3 and up.
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Tuesday December 16 4:30pm - 5:30pm PST
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
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Wednesday December 17 3:30pm - 4:30pm PST
STEM Crafternoon: Paper Cup Glider
Learn about the Magnus effect as you build and launch a simple gliding toy made out of two paper cups. For ages 5 and up.
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Thursday December 18 11:00am - 12:00pm PST
Balboa Adult Book Club
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. 20-person capacity, first come, first served. Copies of the book are available for pickup at Balboa Bran......More
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Thursday December 18 4:30pm - 5:30pm PST
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
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Friday December 19 4:00pm - 5:00pm PST
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 Rodman Philbrick’s award winning The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg.While supplies last, we will be giving kids paperback copies to keep. Snacks are prov......More
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Saturday December 20 2:00pm - 3:00pm PST
Winter Holiday Concert: Relative Pitch
Relative Pitch is an a cappella quartet with roots in Barbershop and a penchant for jazz harmonies. Our repertoire spans 20th Century Jazz, Pop, R&B, Doo-Wop, Blues, American Songbook, Show Tunes, etc. Program Sponsored by Friends of the Balboa Library.
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Tuesday December 23 4:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Crafternoon: Rocking Snowman
Make a winter-themed toy with a paper snowman that moves from side to side on top of a paper cup. For ages 4 and up.
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Wednesday December 24 All Day
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Thursday December 25 All Day
Christmas Day
Closed for Holiday