Make It! Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creati......More

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creative Valentine. The possibilities are endless! Materials provided while supplies last. All ages welcome. Location: IDEA Lab on the 4th floor of Central LibraryOpen Hours:*Monday-Saturday, 1:00-5:00pm*The IDEA Lab is closed on Sundays.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Knit One, Crochet Too

Beginners always welcome. We supply the materials. Individuals with visual impairment and the hard of hearing are encouraged to attend!

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

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, Madden, NBA 2K and more.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Make It! Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creati......More

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creative Valentine. The possibilities are endless! Materials provided while supplies last. All ages welcome. Location: IDEA Lab on the 4th floor of Central LibraryOpen Hours:*Monday-Saturday, 1:00-5:00pm*The IDEA Lab is closed on Sundays.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

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, Madden, NBA 2K and more.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Evil Threatens!The World Needs Heroes!Time to Step Up!Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons - create a character, face danger, fight monsters, and save the world!New players welcome - no previous experience necessary!This program is only for teens!

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Downtown Chess @ San Diego Central Library/1st Floor Lobby

Join us every Thursday and Friday from 4:00pm - 5:30pm for Chess in the 1st floor main lobby. Downtown Chess meets in the 1st floor main lobby of the San Diego Central Library.Limited tables will be set up in the 1st floor main lobby. Chess sets are provided but persona......More

Join us every Thursday and Friday from 4:00pm - 5:30pm for Chess in the 1st floor main lobby. Downtown Chess meets in the 1st floor main lobby of the San Diego Central Library.Limited tables will be set up in the 1st floor main lobby. Chess sets are provided but personal chess sets are allowed. Come by and practice playing in-person instead of on phone apps. Please have at least a basic knowledge of moves, as it is an in-person scrimmage and not a training class.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Genealogy Research: Meet with our volunteer genealogist 10am to 2pm

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.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Make It! Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creati......More

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creative Valentine. The possibilities are endless! Materials provided while supplies last. All ages welcome. Location: IDEA Lab on the 4th floor of Central LibraryOpen Hours:*Monday-Saturday, 1:00-5:00pm*The IDEA Lab is closed on Sundays.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Anime Club

Enjoy anime? So do we! Join us and watch anime!

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Downtown Chess @ San Diego Central Library/1st Floor Lobby

Join us every Thursday and Friday from 4:00pm - 5:30pm for Chess in the 1st floor main lobby. Downtown Chess meets in the 1st floor main lobby of the San Diego Central Library.Limited tables will be set up in the 1st floor main lobby. Chess sets are provided but persona......More

Join us every Thursday and Friday from 4:00pm - 5:30pm for Chess in the 1st floor main lobby. Downtown Chess meets in the 1st floor main lobby of the San Diego Central Library.Limited tables will be set up in the 1st floor main lobby. Chess sets are provided but personal chess sets are allowed. Come by and practice playing in-person instead of on phone apps. Please have at least a basic knowledge of moves, as it is an in-person scrimmage and not a training class.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

February FOSS (Free Open Source Software) Fridays

February is National FOSS (Free Open Source Software) Month! Are you interested in learning more about FOSS or are you a FOSS enthusiast looking to share about the topic? Join us every Friday from 4-5pm in February to find out more about open source software and chat wi......More

February is National FOSS (Free Open Source Software) Month! Are you interested in learning more about FOSS or are you a FOSS enthusiast looking to share about the topic? Join us every Friday from 4-5pm in February to find out more about open source software and chat with others about all things FOSS. At these meet ups, the FOSSibilities are endless!What is FOSS? FOSS stands for Free Open Source Software, meaning a software's source code is freely accessible to anyone to use and modify. FOSS promotes a collaborative and cooperative approach to programming, software development, and distribution. Learn more about FOSS Month here.No registration required. All are welcome!

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Make It! Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creati......More

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creative Valentine. The possibilities are endless! Materials provided while supplies last. All ages welcome. Location: IDEA Lab on the 4th floor of Central LibraryOpen Hours:*Monday-Saturday, 1:00-5:00pm*The IDEA Lab is closed on Sundays.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Blacktronika: Afrofuturism in Electronic Music

UC San Diego Professor & 30-Year Music Producer King Britt Returns to the Library for an Immersive Lecture SeriesProfessor King Britt, acclaimed music producer and Teaching Professor at UC San Diego, returns to our library to lead a special series of interactive lecture......More

UC San Diego Professor & 30-Year Music Producer King Britt Returns to the Library for an Immersive Lecture SeriesProfessor King Britt, acclaimed music producer and Teaching Professor at UC San Diego, returns to our library to lead a special series of interactive lectures illuminating the groundbreaking contributions of artists of color in the development of electronic music.Audience members will be invited to select one of five sonic pathways, each tracing the birth and evolution of a genre—from the deep syncopations of Funk and Philly Disco to the machine soul of Chicago House, Detroit Techno, and the cosmic transmissions of Birmingham’s own Sun Ra. These sessions are more than musical timelines; they situate each genre within the socio-political landscapes from which they emerged—revealing innovation as resistance, rhythm as archive.Upcoming Saturday dates:February 14thFebruary 21stFebruary 28thThis series is part of Professor Britt’s celebrated UCSD course Blacktronika: Afrofuturism in Electronic Music, and offers a rare opportunity for audiences of all ages and backgrounds to engage with the often-erased Black histories behind the music that shaped modern sound.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Lego Lab!

Calling all builders! Put your creativity to the test and free build with Legos to display throughout the month. We bring the Legos, you bring your imagination! Parking at the Library:Ace is the parking vendor that manages the Central Library's 250 underground parking s......More

Calling all builders! Put your creativity to the test and free build with Legos to display throughout the month. We bring the Legos, you bring your imagination! Parking at the Library:Ace is the parking vendor that manages the Central Library's 250 underground parking spaces. The following parking rates are currently in effect:First two (2) hours free with validation* for library users Validation is available in the first floor lobby.$1.25 for each 20 minutes or part of 20 minutes$21 All Day MaximumOnly credit card payments are accepted*Two (2) hours free validation will NOT be available after the special event parking rate start time. We encourage you to take the bus or trolley to the Library for Padres home games and other major special event days! See for details: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/central-library/parking

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Make It! Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creati......More

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creative Valentine. The possibilities are endless! Materials provided while supplies last. All ages welcome. Location: IDEA Lab on the 4th floor of Central LibraryOpen Hours:*Monday-Saturday, 1:00-5:00pm*The IDEA Lab is closed on Sundays.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

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, Madden, NBA 2K and more.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Swing Dance Under the Dome w/Live Music

With Live Music from The GarnersSwing 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 th......More

With Live Music from The GarnersSwing 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 the intoxicating fun of swing dancing.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Palentine's Craft

Come create a Palentine's Day craft for your best friend! Ages 12-18 only.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Make It! Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creati......More

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creative Valentine. The possibilities are endless! Materials provided while supplies last. All ages welcome. Location: IDEA Lab on the 4th floor of Central LibraryOpen Hours:*Monday-Saturday, 1:00-5:00pm*The IDEA Lab is closed on Sundays.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Lunar New Year Celebration

Come celebrate the Year of the Horse with us! Food, crafts and fun! For ages 12-18 years old!

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Tinkering Tuesday

Use your creativity and engineering skills to build a variety of contraptions and mazes. Make ‘em tall, make ’em fast, make ‘em COMPLEX!Parking at the Library:Ace is the parking vendor that manages the Central Library's 250 underground parking spaces. The following park......More

Use your creativity and engineering skills to build a variety of contraptions and mazes. Make ‘em tall, make ’em fast, make ‘em COMPLEX!Parking at the Library:Ace is the parking vendor that manages the Central Library's 250 underground parking spaces. The following parking rates are currently in effect:First two (2) hours free with validation* for library users. Validation is available in the first floor lobby.$1.25 for each 20 minutes or part of 20 minutes$21 All Day MaximumOnly credit card payments are accepted*Two (2) hours free validation will NOT be available after the special event parking rate start time.We encourage you to take the bus or trolley to the Library for Padres home games and other major special event days! See for details: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/central-library/parking

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Local Authors Book Talk: Joi Jackson and Nita Love

Join us for an engaging discussion with local authors as they share the journeys that inspired their latest works. Nita Love's book is Devil at My Side, and Joi Jackson's book is The Hoodoo Room. Following the discussion, you'll have the opportunity to purchase signed c......More

Join us for an engaging discussion with local authors as they share the journeys that inspired their latest works. Nita Love's book is Devil at My Side, and Joi Jackson's book is The Hoodoo Room. Following the discussion, you'll have the opportunity to purchase signed copies of their books.This event is intended for adults (18+).Registration encouraged. Please scroll down. Refreshments served.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Beyond the Keys: Author Visit with Pianist Jeeyoon Kim

Beyond the Keys: Author Visit with Jeeyoon Kim ‘A Conversation on Music, Creativity, and Personal Growth’ Join pianist and author Jeeyoon Kim for an inspiring conversation exploring creativity, discipline, and the joy found in music and personal growth. Experience an en......More

Beyond the Keys: Author Visit with Jeeyoon Kim ‘A Conversation on Music, Creativity, and Personal Growth’ Join pianist and author Jeeyoon Kim for an inspiring conversation exploring creativity, discipline, and the joy found in music and personal growth. Experience an engaging and uplifting author visit with acclaimed pianist and writer Jeeyoon Kim, as she shares insights from her book Beyond the Keys. Through personal stories, musical reflections, and thoughtful conversation, Jeeyoon offers a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process and the lessons learned from a life dedicated to the arts. A local author and podcast host, Adam Greenfield, will lead the conversation with a mini musical treat by Jeeyoon.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

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.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Stay and Play Story Time

Event DetailsAges 0-5 Stay and Play at the library with us! Come and enjoy our early literacy rich environment of learning through play!10:30 Story Time11:00 Snack Time11:15-12 Sensory Play Time1st week -Bilingual Spanish/English storytime with Ms. Nancy, Ms. Wendy, and......More

Event DetailsAges 0-5 Stay and Play at the library with us! Come and enjoy our early literacy rich environment of learning through play!10:30 Story Time11:00 Snack Time11:15-12 Sensory Play Time1st week -Bilingual Spanish/English storytime with Ms. Nancy, Ms. Wendy, and Ms. Paula2nd week is Signs at Play with Ms. Jennifer (sign language fun for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers)3rd week is Baby Lapsit with Ms. Wendy and Ms. Paula4th week is Sensory Story time with Ms. Wendy and Ms. Paula*if there is a 5th week of the month there will be a dance party stay and play!

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Make It! Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creati......More

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creative Valentine. The possibilities are endless! Materials provided while supplies last. All ages welcome. Location: IDEA Lab on the 4th floor of Central LibraryOpen Hours:*Monday-Saturday, 1:00-5:00pm*The IDEA Lab is closed on Sundays.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

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, Madden, NBA 2K and more.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Get Crafty

Let's get creative! Join us as we make colorful masterpieces using everyday materials and let our imaginations run wild. Bring your friends and get ready to create something special together! All materials will be provided; first come, first serve while supplies last.Pa......More

Let's get creative! Join us as we make colorful masterpieces using everyday materials and let our imaginations run wild. Bring your friends and get ready to create something special together! All materials will be provided; first come, first serve while supplies last.Parking at the Library:Ace is the parking vendor that manages the Central Library's 250 underground parking spaces. The following parking rates are currently in effect:First two (2) hours free with validation* for library users Validation is available in the first floor lobby.$1.25 for each 20 minutes or part of 20 minutes$21 All Day MaximumOnly credit card payments are accepted*Two (2) hours free validation will NOT be available after the special event parking rate start time. We encourage you to take the bus or trolley to the Library for Padres home games and other major special event days! See for details: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/central-library/parking

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Dancing Feet

Ages 0-5Show off your moves while making new friends at our early literacy filled dance party!

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Make It! Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creati......More

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creative Valentine. The possibilities are endless! Materials provided while supplies last. All ages welcome. Location: IDEA Lab on the 4th floor of Central LibraryOpen Hours:*Monday-Saturday, 1:00-5:00pm*The IDEA Lab is closed on Sundays.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

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, Madden, NBA 2K and more.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Cooking for Teens

Have you been wanting to try out new recipes from around the world? Join us in learning healthier cooking habits from different countries!This is an in-person program. Registration is encouraged.If you have comments, questions, or grievances about the event, please cont......More

Have you been wanting to try out new recipes from around the world? Join us in learning healthier cooking habits from different countries!This is an in-person program. Registration is encouraged.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.Funded by Carnegie Corporation of New York's national Libraries as Pillars of Education and Democracy Program.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Downtown Chess @ San Diego Central Library/1st Floor Lobby

Join us every Thursday and Friday from 4:00pm - 5:30pm for Chess in the 1st floor main lobby. Downtown Chess meets in the 1st floor main lobby of the San Diego Central Library.Limited tables will be set up in the 1st floor main lobby. Chess sets are provided but persona......More

Join us every Thursday and Friday from 4:00pm - 5:30pm for Chess in the 1st floor main lobby. Downtown Chess meets in the 1st floor main lobby of the San Diego Central Library.Limited tables will be set up in the 1st floor main lobby. Chess sets are provided but personal chess sets are allowed. Come by and practice playing in-person instead of on phone apps. Please have at least a basic knowledge of moves, as it is an in-person scrimmage and not a training class.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Genealogy Research: Meet with our volunteer genealogist 10am to 2pm

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.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Make It! Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creati......More

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creative Valentine. The possibilities are endless! Materials provided while supplies last. All ages welcome. Location: IDEA Lab on the 4th floor of Central LibraryOpen Hours:*Monday-Saturday, 1:00-5:00pm*The IDEA Lab is closed on Sundays.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

KPop Club

Come listen to the latest releases, talk about the latest news, and more!

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Un-Valentine's Day Party

Tired of love? Join us for an Un-Valentine's Day Party. We'll be making break-up cards, decorating broken heart cookies, listening to sad songs, eating stinky snacks and more!

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Downtown Chess @ San Diego Central Library/1st Floor Lobby

Join us every Thursday and Friday from 4:00pm - 5:30pm for Chess in the 1st floor main lobby. Downtown Chess meets in the 1st floor main lobby of the San Diego Central Library.Limited tables will be set up in the 1st floor main lobby. Chess sets are provided but persona......More

Join us every Thursday and Friday from 4:00pm - 5:30pm for Chess in the 1st floor main lobby. Downtown Chess meets in the 1st floor main lobby of the San Diego Central Library.Limited tables will be set up in the 1st floor main lobby. Chess sets are provided but personal chess sets are allowed. Come by and practice playing in-person instead of on phone apps. Please have at least a basic knowledge of moves, as it is an in-person scrimmage and not a training class.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

February FOSS (Free Open Source Software) Fridays

February is National FOSS (Free Open Source Software) Month! Are you interested in learning more about FOSS or are you a FOSS enthusiast looking to share about the topic? Join us every Friday from 4-5pm in February to find out more about open source software and chat wi......More

February is National FOSS (Free Open Source Software) Month! Are you interested in learning more about FOSS or are you a FOSS enthusiast looking to share about the topic? Join us every Friday from 4-5pm in February to find out more about open source software and chat with others about all things FOSS. At these meet ups, the FOSSibilities are endless!What is FOSS? FOSS stands for Free Open Source Software, meaning a software's source code is freely accessible to anyone to use and modify. FOSS promotes a collaborative and cooperative approach to programming, software development, and distribution. Learn more about FOSS Month here.No registration required. All are welcome!

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Sew Together

Learn entry level operating instructions for computerized sewing machines and beginning techniques.  Participants will practice basic stitches and complete a pillowcase.Pillowcases will be donated to Ryan's Cases For Smiles. Find out more at https://caseforsmiles.org/Al......More

Learn entry level operating instructions for computerized sewing machines and beginning techniques.  Participants will practice basic stitches and complete a pillowcase.Pillowcases will be donated to Ryan's Cases For Smiles. Find out more at https://caseforsmiles.org/All materials provided. Registration required as we have limited sewing machines on hand. For ages 11 and below, an adult may register for the class on the child's behalf and must remain with the child during the duration of the class to assist them.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Make It! Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creati......More

Join us the first two seeks of February, drop in anytime during the IDEA Lab's open hours to a make a fabric fortune cookie at our  Fabric Fortune Cookie Making Station.Create your fabric fortune cookie to celebrate Lunar New Year, or give it away to someone as a creative Valentine. The possibilities are endless! Materials provided while supplies last. All ages welcome. Location: IDEA Lab on the 4th floor of Central LibraryOpen Hours:*Monday-Saturday, 1:00-5:00pm*The IDEA Lab is closed on Sundays.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US

Blacktronika: Afrofuturism in Electronic Music

UC San Diego Professor & 30-Year Music Producer King Britt Returns to the Library for an Immersive Lecture SeriesProfessor King Britt, acclaimed music producer and Teaching Professor at UC San Diego, returns to our library to lead a special series of interactive lecture......More

UC San Diego Professor & 30-Year Music Producer King Britt Returns to the Library for an Immersive Lecture SeriesProfessor King Britt, acclaimed music producer and Teaching Professor at UC San Diego, returns to our library to lead a special series of interactive lectures illuminating the groundbreaking contributions of artists of color in the development of electronic music.Audience members will be invited to select one of five sonic pathways, each tracing the birth and evolution of a genre—from the deep syncopations of Funk and Philly Disco to the machine soul of Chicago House, Detroit Techno, and the cosmic transmissions of Birmingham’s own Sun Ra. These sessions are more than musical timelines; they situate each genre within the socio-political landscapes from which they emerged—revealing innovation as resistance, rhythm as archive.Also in this series:February 7thFebruary 21stFebruary 28thThis series is part of Professor Britt’s celebrated UCSD course Blacktronika: Afrofuturism in Electronic Music, and offers a rare opportunity for audiences of all ages and backgrounds to engage with the often-erased Black histories behind the music that shaped modern sound.

330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101, US