LEGO Power Hour

Join us every Monday for LEGO Power Hour! Build your own creations to display in our library.  Program will take place in our study rooms 3 and 4.

215 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA, 92103, US

Concert by Classical Guitarist Jose Rodriguez

Enjoy classical and Latin music performed by José Rodriguez. He holds a bachelor’s and master’s in music from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. He is a former faculty member of the School of Arts at the University in Ensenada, BC. This concert is free to attend t......More

Enjoy classical and Latin music performed by José Rodriguez. He holds a bachelor’s and master’s in music from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. He is a former faculty member of the School of Arts at the University in Ensenada, BC. This concert is free to attend thanks to the generous support of the Friends of the Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Branch Library.

215 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA, 92103, US

Tinker Tuesdays

Bring your ideas to life at our Mobile Maker Lab in the Mission Hills-Hillcrest Library. Learn to use various programs and equipment  such as our 3D printer and die cut machine powered by Silhouette Studio. Open to all ages; some equipment in the lab may require an appo......More

Bring your ideas to life at our Mobile Maker Lab in the Mission Hills-Hillcrest Library. Learn to use various programs and equipment  such as our 3D printer and die cut machine powered by Silhouette Studio. Open to all ages; some equipment in the lab may require an appointment.Laser Cutter3D PrintersSilhouette StudioCameo Cutter

215 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA, 92103, US

Preschool Storytime

Dance, sing, laugh, and enjoy engaging stories with Carrie The Librarian! This program is recommended for ages 2-5 but all ages are welcome at this fun weekly program.

215 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA, 92103, US

Mystery Book Club

The Mission Hills Mystery Book Club attendees discuss a mystery novel on the 4th Wednesday of each month at 3:00 PM. Pick up this month's book at the Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Branch Library.

215 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA, 92103, US

Hand Crafted Cards

Join us on the last Wednesday of every month as we make hand-crafted cards using various methods. Participants will work with a variety of textured paper, die cuts, embossed paper and other media to create cards that are hand-crafted by you! ** This program is strictly ......More

Join us on the last Wednesday of every month as we make hand-crafted cards using various methods. Participants will work with a variety of textured paper, die cuts, embossed paper and other media to create cards that are hand-crafted by you! ** This program is strictly for adults ages 18 and older.  Due to the nature of tools and materials used, only adults may attend.  Pre-registration is required. Register on the online calendar or with staff.**

215 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA, 92103, US

Board Game Afternoon and Learn To Play DnD!

Have someone in your family that is curious about DnD? Join us every Thursday at 3:30pm for our weekly board game afternoon and DnD session! DnD is recommended for players 8 and older, however free play board games will be available for all ages to enjoy in this program......More

Have someone in your family that is curious about DnD? Join us every Thursday at 3:30pm for our weekly board game afternoon and DnD session! DnD is recommended for players 8 and older, however free play board games will be available for all ages to enjoy in this program. Feel free to bring your own board games to play with friends!

215 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA, 92103, US

Summer Reading Program Event: Wild Wonders

Join us for a presentation from Wild Wonders! Audiences will learn about and interact with animals from around the world in this amazing and educational program.

215 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA, 92103, US

Dance Pants Bash!

Bring the littles and come for a fun dance party and maybe a storytime!  We will dance to fun songs, use egg shakers, and dance with bubbles!

215 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA, 92103, US

Manzanar: The Relocation of 120,000 Japanese Americans During WWII

In 1942, the United States ordered the internment of more than 110,000 Japanese American men, women, and children in remote, military-style camps. Manzanar War Relocation Center was one of 10 camps where Japanese American citizens and resident Japanese aliens were inter......More

In 1942, the United States ordered the internment of more than 110,000 Japanese American men, women, and children in remote, military-style camps. Manzanar War Relocation Center was one of 10 camps where Japanese American citizens and resident Japanese aliens were interned during World War II. Learn why Japanese citizens, Nisei, and Sansei were forced to leave their homes and businesses behind. Local author and historian Rudy Shappee will take you inside the Manzanar Relocation Center to share what life was like in one of these sites.This San Diego Oasis event is free to attend thanks to the generous support of the Friends of the Mission Hills-Hillcrest Branch Library.

215 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA, 92103, US

LEGO Power Hour

Join us every Monday for LEGO Power Hour! Build your own creations to display in our library.  Program will take place in our study rooms 3 and 4.

215 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA, 92103, US

3rd Annual Rainbow Revolution!

Join SDPL as we celebrate Pride at the Library!Unveiling of the exclusive Pride 2025 Library Card!“Writing as Resistance” presented by Lambda Archives of SDMeet and greet community partnersPop-up Drag PerformancesCraft Activities and much more!Dinner and refreshments wi......More

Join SDPL as we celebrate Pride at the Library!Unveiling of the exclusive Pride 2025 Library Card!“Writing as Resistance” presented by Lambda Archives of SDMeet and greet community partnersPop-up Drag PerformancesCraft Activities and much more!Dinner and refreshments will be servedEveryone is welcome at this inclusive all-ages event, no registration is required!

215 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA, 92103, US

Tinker Tuesdays

Bring your ideas to life at our Mobile Maker Lab in the Mission Hills-Hillcrest Library. Learn to use various programs and equipment  such as our 3D printer and die cut machine powered by Silhouette Studio. Open to all ages; some equipment in the lab may require an appo......More

Bring your ideas to life at our Mobile Maker Lab in the Mission Hills-Hillcrest Library. Learn to use various programs and equipment  such as our 3D printer and die cut machine powered by Silhouette Studio. Open to all ages; some equipment in the lab may require an appointment.Laser Cutter3D PrintersSilhouette StudioCameo Cutter

215 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA, 92103, US

Preschool Storytime

Dance, sing, laugh, and enjoy engaging stories with Carrie The Librarian! This program is recommended for ages 2-5 but all ages are welcome at this fun weekly program.

215 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA, 92103, US

Write Your Heart Out: Writing Practice

“Writing Practice” is based on Natalie Goldberg’s wonderful 1986 book Writing Down the Bones. Natalie has inspired generations of writers to get their juices flowing. Here are the rules: Take a set amount of time. We use 12 minutes. When you hear the prompt, write the f......More

“Writing Practice” is based on Natalie Goldberg’s wonderful 1986 book Writing Down the Bones. Natalie has inspired generations of writers to get their juices flowing. Here are the rules: Take a set amount of time. We use 12 minutes. When you hear the prompt, write the first thing that comes to your mind and keep writing till the bell rings using these guidelines: · Keep your hand moving. · Don’t cross out. · Lose control. · Don’t think. Don’t get logical.  Writing practice is like an artist sketching in their sketchbook, except it is a writer sketching with words rather than an artist with a pencil. It is not about a finished work. That can come later but not during sketching. It is about learning your craft, about cutting through to first thoughts and discovering who you really are.  Please bring a blank notebook and a comfortable pen. Hosted by Irene Grumman.

215 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA, 92103, US

Baby Sign Storytime with Monta Briant

Join us for "Sign-a-Story Circle Time" with Baby Sign Language Basics author, Monta Z. Briant. Parents learn how to use ASL signs for early communication with their babies through stories, songs, and other fun activities.

215 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA, 92103, US

Board Game Afternoon and Learn To Play DnD!

Have someone in your family that is curious about DnD? Join us every Thursday at 3:30pm for our weekly board game afternoon and DnD session! DnD is recommended for players 8 and older, however free play board games will be available for all ages to enjoy in this program......More

Have someone in your family that is curious about DnD? Join us every Thursday at 3:30pm for our weekly board game afternoon and DnD session! DnD is recommended for players 8 and older, however free play board games will be available for all ages to enjoy in this program. Feel free to bring your own board games to play with friends!

215 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA, 92103, US