Opening Reception: Uncharted Elsewhere

Uncharted Elsewhere is a mixed-media exhibition exploring the surreal complexities of contemporary life! Through sculpture, textile, works on paper, and painting, artists reimagine landscape and form as sites of entanglement.Featuring works by Gabrielle Berens, Kaori Fu......More

Uncharted Elsewhere is a mixed-media exhibition exploring the surreal complexities of contemporary life! Through sculpture, textile, works on paper, and painting, artists reimagine landscape and form as sites of entanglement.Featuring works by Gabrielle Berens, Kaori Fukuyama, Yena Kim, John Oliver Lewis, Leslie Shershow, Eva Struble, Delilah Strukel, Akiko Surai, and Kelly Witmer.The works on display unravel the entanglements of our present moment, illuminating the contradictions and absurdities that underlie our everyday environments.Opening Reception will take place Saturday, August 2, 2025 at the Judith Harris Art Gallery (9th Floor) 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

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

FDLP Anniversary Party: Celebrating 140 years in the Federal Depository Library Program

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, Gang Beasts, Marvel Rivals, NBA 2K and more.

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, Gang Beasts, Marvel Rivals, NBA 2K and more.

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

Comic-Con International Graphic Novel Book Club - Downtown (Online and In-Person)

Do you have a passion for comics and graphic novels? Join the Comic-Con graphic novel book clubs!The clubs meet in the evening once a month (some clubs skip July, when Comic-Con takes place in San Diego) where everyone reads the same book. Members must be 18 years of ag......More

Do you have a passion for comics and graphic novels? Join the Comic-Con graphic novel book clubs!The clubs meet in the evening once a month (some clubs skip July, when Comic-Con takes place in San Diego) where everyone reads the same book. Members must be 18 years of age or older, have a Comic-Con Member ID, and—obviously!—live in San Diego County to attend the meetings. Meetings last about 90 minutes; members are responsible for obtaining their own copies of the selected books, either via local comics shop, online, digitally, or from their local libraries.To sign up, please contact Comic-Con International at [email protected] San Diego Comic Convention (Comic-Con International) is a California Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation organized for charitable purposes and dedicated to creating the general public’s awareness of and appreciation for comics and related popular art forms, including participation in and support of public presentations, conventions, exhibits, museums and other public outreach activities which celebrate the historic and ongoing contribution of comics to art and culture.Visiting the Central LibraryParking is underneath the Central Library, FREE with 2-hour validation. The library is one block from the Park & Market stop on the Trolley Blue and Orange lines.  Bus routes 12, 901, and 929 stop right in front of the library at the 11th Avenue and K Street stop.

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

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 Bilingual Story Time with Ms. Natale!11:00 Snack Time11:15-12 Sensory Play Time

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, Gang Beasts, Marvel Rivals, NBA 2K and more.

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

"Uke" Can Read: Strum and Sing the ABCs!

"Uke" Can Read--Strum and Sing the ABCs!6 Week Ukulele and Literacy Program for Ages 3-7Thursdays, 10:30-11:15amJuly 10-August 14Join us at the Library for a joyful 6-week music and literacy program for children ages 3-7 and their families.Explore letter sounds through ......More

"Uke" Can Read--Strum and Sing the ABCs!6 Week Ukulele and Literacy Program for Ages 3-7Thursdays, 10:30-11:15amJuly 10-August 14Join us at the Library for a joyful 6-week music and literacy program for children ages 3-7 and their families.Explore letter sounds through rhymes, wordplay, and songs that you can sing together at home.Strum along to the beat of playful themes like animals, weather, transportation, etc.Focus on a new sound each week to build early literacy and phonics skillsUkuleles ProvidedNo Musical Experience NecessaryRegistration is recommended, and drop-ins welcome!

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

Cyber Security

Discover how California Coast Credit Union supports your entrepreneurial journey!Protect yourself and your business with essential cybersecurity knowledge. Learn how to spot scams, secure your data, and stay safe online in today’s digital world.This event is hosted by T......More

Discover how California Coast Credit Union supports your entrepreneurial journey!Protect yourself and your business with essential cybersecurity knowledge. Learn how to spot scams, secure your data, and stay safe online in today’s digital world.This event is hosted by The StartUp--our dedicated microbusiness center on the 3rd floor of the San Diego Central Library, and made possible by with support from The Library Foundation SD.For driving directions and detailed parking information, visit Central Library Parking and Directions.

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, Gang Beasts, Marvel Rivals, NBA 2K and more.

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

Downtown Chess @ San Diego Central Library/1st floor Mary Hollis Clark Conference Center

Join us every Thursday from 4:00 - 5:30 pm for Chess in the 1st floor Mary Hollis Clark Conference Center, off of the main lobby of the San Diego Central Library.Limited tables will be set up in the 1st floor MHC Conference Center off of the main lobby. Chess sets are p......More

Join us every Thursday from 4:00 - 5:30 pm for Chess in the 1st floor Mary Hollis Clark Conference Center, off of the main lobby of the San Diego Central Library.Limited tables will be set up in the 1st floor MHC Conference Center off of the 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 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

Mindful Meditation for Memory

Mindful meditation helps us become aware of what is already true moment by moment. It teaches us how to be unconditionally present, no matter what it is. Mindful meditation has been beneficial to some in lowering heart rate, respirations, blood pressure and stress. It i......More

Mindful meditation helps us become aware of what is already true moment by moment. It teaches us how to be unconditionally present, no matter what it is. Mindful meditation has been beneficial to some in lowering heart rate, respirations, blood pressure and stress. It is a great addition to your current health routine.Presented by Healthy Adventures Foundation

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

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.

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