Chess at the Beach

Let's play chess!  All ages and skill levels are welcome to play casual games in our relaxed setting. Do you prefer slow chess, blitz chess, clock or no clock?  We've got you covered.  We will play friendly casual chess at some tables in the PB Library that face the pat......More

Let's play chess!  All ages and skill levels are welcome to play casual games in our relaxed setting. Do you prefer slow chess, blitz chess, clock or no clock?  We've got you covered.  We will play friendly casual chess at some tables in the PB Library that face the patio.  Please bring your own chess set if you have one; some sets will be provided.

4275 Cass St., San Diego, CA, 92109, US

Intro to Algebra and Geometry with Project NexTech

This workshop is an introductory math course for students who are familiar with addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, but have not yet used variables or geometry principles, in an interactive format.Project NexTech is a student-led international nonprofit......More

This workshop is an introductory math course for students who are familiar with addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, but have not yet used variables or geometry principles, in an interactive format.Project NexTech is a student-led international nonprofit organization teaching custom science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) curricula to students at schools, libraries, and community centers worldwide.

4275 Cass St., San Diego, CA, 92109, US

Outdoor Toddler Storytime

Children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy simple stories, songs and community.  Reading practice helps young ones to develop school readiness skills and also encourages  perspective-taking, enhanced language ability, and critical thinking.  Join us! Please brin......More

Children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy simple stories, songs and community.  Reading practice helps young ones to develop school readiness skills and also encourages  perspective-taking, enhanced language ability, and critical thinking.  Join us! Please bring water and a blanket or chairs for your family.We will move inside if it rains.

4275 Cass St., San Diego, CA, 92109, US

Afternoon Crafting

Join us on the Patio outside the children's room for arts and crafts after school every Wednesday at 2pm.Activities are designed for school age children.  Young kids may require parent assistance.

4275 Cass St., San Diego, CA, 92109, US

Communication Skills

Develop new skills for connecting and communicating more effectively with a person experiencing memory loss, and strategies on how to respond when interactions are challenging.  This event is free and open to the community.  For more information or to pre-register, plea......More

Develop new skills for connecting and communicating more effectively with a person experiencing memory loss, and strategies on how to respond when interactions are challenging.  This event is free and open to the community.  For more information or to pre-register, please visit alzsd.org/classes or call Alzheimer's San Diego at 858-492-4400.

4275 Cass St., San Diego, CA, 92109, US

Lego Time

We supply the Legos, you provide the creativity!  Children are invited to unleash their imaginations and build!  All materials must stay at the library. Lego has small pieces and parental supervision is required. Free play with LEGO bricks encourages creativity and impr......More

We supply the Legos, you provide the creativity!  Children are invited to unleash their imaginations and build!  All materials must stay at the library. Lego has small pieces and parental supervision is required. Free play with LEGO bricks encourages creativity and improves social skills. Program is recommended for age 5+.Let your imagination run wild during LEGO Time!

4275 Cass St., San Diego, CA, 92109, US

Free Tax Prep Assistance

Stop by for FREE tax preparation assistance generously provided by AARP and the IRS to help most low-middle income taxpayers. Volunteers from the AARP Tax Aide program will assist anyone of any age—especially those over 50+ or can't afford paid tax preparation. Click he......More

Stop by for FREE tax preparation assistance generously provided by AARP and the IRS to help most low-middle income taxpayers. Volunteers from the AARP Tax Aide program will assist anyone of any age—especially those over 50+ or can't afford paid tax preparation. Click here for details on what types of returns can be prepared in the Tax Aide program. Tax prep sessions take place Feb. 7 – April 11, 2026 on Saturdays (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.)Appointments must be scheduled in-person during tax clinic hours for yourself. You may select the day and approximate hour to get your taxes done. **Appointments only, same day slots may be available.** Bring the following for your appointment:• Photo ID for taxpayer and spouse, if filing jointly• Copy of last year’s income tax return(s)• W-2 form(s) from each employer• Unemployment Compensation Statements• All 1099 forms• All forms indicating federal income tax paid• Dependent care provider information (name, employer, ID, Social Security number)• All receipts, lists of expenses and/or canceled checks if itemizing deductions• Social Security cards or other official documentation for everyone on your return• Spouses filing jointly must both come inFor additional questions regarding tax preparation, contact AARP:phone (888) 687-2277 | email [email protected]

4275 Cass St., San Diego, CA, 92109, US

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Chess at the Beach

Let's play chess!  All ages and skill levels are welcome to play casual games in our relaxed setting. Do you prefer slow chess, blitz chess, clock or no clock?  We've got you covered.  We will play friendly casual chess at some tables in the PB Library that face the pat......More

Let's play chess!  All ages and skill levels are welcome to play casual games in our relaxed setting. Do you prefer slow chess, blitz chess, clock or no clock?  We've got you covered.  We will play friendly casual chess at some tables in the PB Library that face the patio.  Please bring your own chess set if you have one; some sets will be provided.

4275 Cass St., San Diego, CA, 92109, US

Outdoor Kids Dance Party

Join us on the Taylor Greene to sing, dance, and move along to favorite kids songs.Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers. Kids and Grownups will twist, shout and make their moves to musical favorites like "Baby Sahrk," "The Chicken Dance," and more......More

Join us on the Taylor Greene to sing, dance, and move along to favorite kids songs.Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers. Kids and Grownups will twist, shout and make their moves to musical favorites like "Baby Sahrk," "The Chicken Dance," and more!Don’t forget water and a blanket or chairs (if desired)

4275 Cass St., San Diego, CA, 92109, US

Gardening Exchange

Stop and Swap: Seeds, Plants, Veggies, Fruits, Flowers and More!Too many zucchinis? Lots of cut flowers? Succulents getting too big? Fruits and Veggies galore? Ordered too many radish seeds?  Whatever you have extra may be just what a neighbor would like to try in their......More

Stop and Swap: Seeds, Plants, Veggies, Fruits, Flowers and More!Too many zucchinis? Lots of cut flowers? Succulents getting too big? Fruits and Veggies galore? Ordered too many radish seeds?  Whatever you have extra may be just what a neighbor would like to try in their garden! Bring your garden's extras to share with other gardeners in the community. Everything is free - even gardening advice from neighbors in the community!Gardening Exchange is scheduled on the first Wednesday of each month from 12-2pm, and takes place on the Cass Street Plaza (next to where the Friends of the PB Library hold their monthly half-off Book Sale from 11am-5pm).   Also, please check out the PB Seed Library.  It is located in front of the PB Library's Circulation Desk, and staff are available to answer questions about how the program works.  Let's grow together, PB!

4275 Cass St., San Diego, CA, 92109, US

Afternoon Crafting

Join us on the Patio outside the children's room for arts and crafts after school every Wednesday at 2pm.Activities are designed for school age children.  Young kids may require parent assistance.

4275 Cass St., San Diego, CA, 92109, US