San Diego Public Library - Central Library
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Friday August 16 through September 30
OnView: Breathing Life into Chicano Park- Alejandro Morales Riveron
Breathing Life into Chicano ParkAugust 16– September 30, 2024Alejandro Morales Riveron is a Contemporary Artist residing and creating in San Diego, CA. Riveron’s work is rooted in culture, nature, history, and community. In expressing himself, he seeks to engage all com......More
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Tuesday September 3 through September 30
37ECB Students' Art, Graphic Design, and Fashion Exhibit
The San Diego County Office of Education Juvenile Court and Community Schools (JCCS) proudly presents an exhibition of original mixed media work created by students from 37ECB School. The Pauline Foster Teen Center at The San Diego Central Library @ Joan Λ Irwin Jacobs ......More
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Friday September 20 3:45pm - 5:45pm PDT
Anime Club
Enjoy anime? So do we! Join us and watch anime!
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Saturday September 21 10:30am - 11:00am PDT
Once Upon Un Cuento: A Bilingual Storytime -- Hora de cuentos bilingüe
A bilingual storytime in English and Spanish. Together we will enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories.Hora de cuentos bilingüe en inglés y español. Juntos disfrutaremos de canciones, rimas y cuentos.
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Saturday September 21 12:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Opening Reception | Helen & Newton Harrison: California Work
As part of the Getty’s PST ART: Art and Science Collide, the San Diego Central Library Gallery presents Helen and Newton Harrison: California Work, a retrospective exhibition about the work of husband-and-wife team of Helen Mayer and Newton Harrison, who were among the ......More
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Saturday September 21 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
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Sunday September 22 through January 19
Helen & Newton Harrison: California Work
As part of the Getty’s PST ART: Art and Science Collide, the San Diego Central Library Gallery presents Helen and Newton Harrison: California Work, a retrospective exhibition about the work of husband-and-wife team of Helen Mayer and Newton Harrison, who were among the ......More
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Monday September 23 3:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments. You will have access to learning materials; computers, online research tools, and other digita......More
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Monday September 23 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Banned Book Week: Day of Action Postcards
Come let your voice be heard! Join the Pauline Foster Teen Center in a Day of Action against book banning by creating postcards that will be sent to local politicians. Get creative and design postcards for others to send.
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Monday September 23 5:00pm - 6:45pm PDT
Teen Game Room
The Teen Game Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch and PS5. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Fortnite, Gang Beasts and more.
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Monday September 23 5:45pm - 7:00pm PDT
Kids Movie Night at the Library: Homeward Bound (1993)
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the library’s Kids' Movie Night featuring Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey! This heartwarming classic is perfect for children and families, offering a tale of bravery, friendship, and the love between pets and their owne......More
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Monday September 23 6:00pm - 7:45pm PDT
Swing Dance Under the Dome!
Live Music Night with Cobby BryzeskiSwing dance comes to the library! Swing Dancing San Diego will lead a free introductory lesson and host a rooftop dance under the Dome! Great fun, great music – and exercise at the same time! Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of ......More
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Monday September 23 6:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Wikipedia Edit-a-Thon: Summer Sessions 2024
This program will take place has multiple dates and locations. Please be aware!Learn to edit Wikipedia pages and contribute to making knowledge more accessible! Join us from 6:00pm to 8:00pm in editing, writing, and improving a local history article. Join us to find out......More
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Monday September 23 6:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Picture This!
FargoMonday, September 23rd, 2024 @ 6pmMinnesota car salesman Jerry Lundegaard's inept crime falls apart due to his and his henchmen's bungling and the persistent police work of the quite pregnant Marge GundersonR | 98 minutes | Crime| 1996Picture This features free fil......More
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Monday September 23 6:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Local Author: UnBan Our Books! Open Mic & Day of Action
LOCAL AUTHORS UNITE: UNBAN OUR BOOKS! In a flash presentation, local authors will have exactly ninety seconds to introduce themselves, read from a banned book (60 sec max) and take an action against book bans. Guests are invited to take action and add their name/action ......More
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Tuesday September 24 11:30am - 2:30pm PDT
Tech on the Go: iPad Series
Free Digital Literacy Classes presented by the San Diego Futures Foundation and the SD Access 4 All Initiative.This month's series will focus on iPads.September 3: iPad I - Navigation and GesturesSeptember 10: iPad II - AppsSeptember 17: NO CLASSSeptember 24: iPad IV -......More
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Tuesday September 24 3:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments. You will have access to learning materials; computers, online research tools, and other digita......More
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Tuesday September 24 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Banned Book Week: Graphic Novel Club
Come chat about the graphic novel The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen and why it was banned. Then make your own cover or cover collage using banned books as inspiration. Get your copy at the library or digitally through our Books Unbanned library card. For ages 12-18 onl......More
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Tuesday September 24 5:00pm - 6:45pm PDT
Teen Game Room
The Teen Game Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch and PS5. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Fortnite, Gang Beasts and more.
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Tuesday September 24 5:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Teen Dungeons and Dragons: Investigation Check
Join us to investigate strange disappearances, odd dimensions, and surprising happenstances in a Dungeons and Dragons campaign.Learn and play together! For ages 12-18. E-mail Recommended for Event Participation. (Limited Space)
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Tuesday September 24 6:15pm - 7:45pm PDT
Banned Books Bingo
Celebrate Banned Books week! Play bingo and win prizes while learning about book bans and how you can support the freedom to read.According to the American Library Association, more than 12,500 books have been challenged since 1982. 729 of those challenges were in 2021.......More
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Tuesday September 24 6:30pm - 7:45pm PDT
Exploring the Past History Lectures: El Hispano Americano Newspaper
The history of Gral., Hernando Limón Hernández, founder El Hispano Americano, a first-of-its-kind bilingual newspaper that was distributed on both sides of the US/Mexico border. (Shiley Special Events Room)Special Collections of San Diego Public Library presents Explori......More
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Tuesday September 24 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT
Fantastical Fiction Forum
Welcome to the Fantastical Fiction Forum!We discuss the best of classic and modern fantasy, horror, and science fiction in a friendly, inclusive group. We meet on the last Tuesday of each month.This month, we will discuss The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch. This hy......More
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Wednesday September 25 10:30am - 12:00pm PDT
Stay and Play
Ages 0-5 Stay and Play at the library with us! Come and enjoy our early literacy rich environment of learning through play!10:30 Signs at Play with Ms. Jennifer (sign language fun for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers) 11:00 Snack Time11:15-12 Sensory Play TimeFall Se......More
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Wednesday September 25 3:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments. You will have access to learning materials; computers, online research tools, and other digita......More
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Wednesday September 25 4:00pm - 5:45pm PDT
Teen Game Room
The Teen Game Room is open! Come check out our Nintendo Switch and PS5. Teens regularly play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, Fortnite, Gang Beasts and more.
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Wednesday September 25 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Banned Book Week: Teen Trivia
How well do you know your banned books? Come test your skills at Teen Trivia Night. Enjoy food, friendly competition, and possibly win one of our prizes! For ages 12-18 only.
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Thursday September 26 10:30am - 11:15am PDT
Little Learners
Ages 18 months -5 yearsSensory and early literacy play for little learners and their caregivers! Young learners love experiencing the world through their senses. This sensory-based program will have the kiddos painting, crinkling, pouring and exploring. Dress for mess......More
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Thursday September 26 10:30am - 11:15am PDT
Little Learners
Sensory and early literacy play for little learners ages 1–5 and their caregivers.Young learners love experiencing the world through their senses. This sensory-based program will have the kiddos engaging their five senses while scooping, pouring and exploring. Adult par......More
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Thursday September 26 3:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments. You will have access to learning materials; computers, online research tools, and other digita......More
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Thursday September 26 4:00pm - 5:30pm PDT
Downtown Chess @ San Diego Central Library Courtyard/1st floor Lobby
Join us every Thursday from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm for Courtyard Chess. Downtown Chess meets at the courtyard/1st floor lobby of the San Diego Central Library @ Joan ^ Irwin Jacobs Common. All ages are welcome to join. Limited tables will be set up in the courtyard/1st floor......More
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Thursday September 26 4:00pm - 5:30pm PDT
Teen Short Story Awards and Open Mic Night
Join us as we celebrate the winners of the Teen Short Story Contest: A World Without Books. Hear from teens as they read excerpts from their work. Food and drinks provided.Haven't entered yet? If you are between the ages of 12-18 find out more here. Enter by September 1......More
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Friday September 27 10:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Genealogy Research: Meet with our volunteer genealogist 10am to Noon
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.
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Friday September 27 10:30am - 12:00pm PDT
Stay and Play -- Once Upon Un Cuento
Ages 0-5Stay and Play at the library with us! Come and enjoy our early literacy rich environment of learning through play!10:30 Bilingual storytime in Spanish and English with Ms. Natale11:00 Snack Time11:15-12:00 Sensory Play TimeFall session 1 will meet for 9 weeks an......More
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Friday September 27 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Hobbit Day @ Central IDEA Lab
Hobbit Day is widely recognized in the month of September, which marks the birthday of both Bilbo and Frodo Baggins, the central characters in J.R.R. Tolkien's classic fantasy books, The Hobbit and the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Celebrate Hobbit Day by becoming one!Come......More
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Friday September 27 3:45pm - 5:45pm PDT
KPop Club
Come listen to the latest releases, talk about the latest news, and more!
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Saturday September 28 10:30am - 11:15am PDT
Banned Books Family READ IN Story Time
Celebrate Banned Books Week at our Family Read In Story Time. Learn about Banned Books Week and celebrate the FREEDOM to READ with your family at our first ever Family Read In. Snacks and Crafts while supplies last.
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Saturday September 28 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Hobbit Day @ Central IDEA Lab
Hobbit Day is widely recognized in the month of September, which marks the birthday of both Bilbo and Frodo Baggins, the central characters in J.R.R. Tolkien's classic fantasy books, The Hobbit and the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Celebrate Hobbit Day by becoming one!Come......More
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Sunday September 29 2:30pm - 4:00pm PDT
2024 Cinema + Sound Series: NOSFERATU featuring the Hausmann Quartet
San Diego Central Library's Cinema + Sound Series is back for a second season! The Hausmann Quartet Presents the classic filmNOSFERATU (1922)With a musical score compiled by Jory Herman!
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Monday September 30 3:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY
Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework? Need a little help? Our friendly Homework Coaches will provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments. You will have access to learning materials; computers, online research tools, and other digita......More
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Monday September 30 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Get Crafty!
Lets get creative! Express your creativity through a fun craft. All materials will be provided. For ages 5-12.