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Research shows that all children experience learning loss when they don't engage in educational activities during the summer. The San Diego County Library's Summer Reading Clubs offer an enormous variety of free learning activities for children and teens. National Summer Learning Day on July 9 is an annual event organized by the National Center for Summer Learning at Johns Hopkins University to focus attention on closing the achievement gap and promoting healthy development among youngsters.

"If kids aren't learning over the summer, they fall behind academically," says José Aponte, County Library director. "The quality summer learning programs at our libraries help kids get ahead while they explore new talents and discover the joy of learning something new. Students need extra time for learning, and we offer that opportunity free of charge."

The County Library's Summer Reading Clubs for youth and teens are following the theme Be Creative @ Your Library, with 850 free events during the month of July in its 33 branches and two bookmobiles.

Those learning activities on July 9 include:

Learn to Watercolor!
Julian Branch Library, 1850 Hwy. 78

Popsicle Story Time
Del Mar Branch Library /Powerhouse Park

Learn Ventriloquism with Comic Joe Gandelman
Borrego Springs Branch Library, 587 Palm Canyon Dr., Ste. 125

Learn All About Henna (Temporary) Tattoos
Alpine Branch Library, 2130 Arnold Way

Wii Like to Play and Learn!
Campo-Morena Village Branch Library, 31356 Hwy. 94

Teen Espresso Painting
La Mesa Branch Library, 8074 Allison Av.

Teen Songwriting Workshop
Poway Branch Library, 13137 Poway Rd.

Spanish-Language Computer Instruction
Ramona Branch Library, 1406 Montecito Rd.

Hispanic Cultural (English/Spanish) Story Time
Rancho San Diego Branch Library, 11555 Rancho San Diego

Invitation to the Dance!
Valley Center Branch Library, 29200 Cole Grade Rd.

Teens Make Tapestries from Recycled Materials
Vista Branch Library, 700 Eucalyptus Av.

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The San Diego County Library will launch its annual Summer Reading Clubs and Programs in June at its 33 branches and two mobile libraries. Children, teens, adults, and even babies, can spend the summer reading (and being read to) for pleasure and prizes. Participants can read books, magazines, graphic novels or even listen to audio books. Children and adults can "Be Creative @ Your Library" and for teens, the theme is "Express Yourself @ Your Library!" The program at most branches will begin in mid-June and continue until early August.

For kids and teens, the number of hours reading will count toward the goal. Adults will receive a Be Creative card with 35 squares that can be stamped for each County Library branch visited, each book read or listened to, and/or every event attended.

Each library branch has a schedule and guidelines. The annual Read for a Reason partnership with the Department of Animal Services, SNAP (Spray and Neuter Animal Project) and Hills Science Diet gives readers an opportunity to help feed pets for clients of the San Diego Food Bank and the Pet Food Bank. The Group Summer Reading Club offers a way for children to participate who are in group settings and can’t get to a library.

For more information about Summer Reading, visit www.sdcl.org and click on the Summer Reading banner. To view a listing of Summer Reading events, please check the online events calendar.

 Video: Join the Summer Reading Club (YouTube)

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In June and July, the Solana Beach Library will host The Job Café, an event to help job seekers network, get the support they need, and learn techniques that will bring success. Job Café will be taught by Simona Cherlin, a Career Consultant and Job Search Coach with more than 25 years of experience. The event will be held Tuesdays, June 9 & 23 and July 7 & 21, from 10-11:30 a.m. For more information, call the library at (858) 755-1404.

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On Saturday, June 6, The San Diego City-County Reinvestment Task Force presents the Smart Money Summit, an event offering education on topics including financial education, homeownership and how to avoid foreclosure. The event will be held at the San Diego City Concourse, 202 C Street in San Diego, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free.

For more information or to register, please call (619) 283-2200 or visit www.SmartMoneySummit.com.

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Hundreds of homeowners, most in the process of foreclosure or facing the prospect of it, have turned to the San Diego County Library to seek help with their plight. The County Library is partnering with the Housing Opportunities Collaborative (HOC) to provide free counseling to the public at a series of Home Clinics. The next clinic is set for Saturday, June 20, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Poway City Hall, 13325 Civic Center Drive.

The Home Clinics bring together a unique combination of legal experts, real estate and mortgage professionals and housing agencies to provide free advice to the public. The HOC recently was honored with the prestigious “Distinguished Organization Award” by the San Diego Bar Association. Individuals can schedule an appointment for a one-on-one meeting with an attorney at the event, as well as attend educational sessions on credit management, mortgage loans, bankruptcy and consumer protection. All assistance is confidential.

Feedback has been universally positive. "I am so grateful;" "I hope you can continue helping many families;" and "The counselor was understanding and helpful" have been just a few of the comments by attendees.

"Our libraries not only provide books and materials about foreclosures and finances, we serve as a gathering place where we can partner with other agencies and provide handson support to our customers," said County Library Director José Aponte.

Registration is required by calling the HOC at (800) 462-0503; e-mailing HOMEClinic@housingcollaborative.org; or at the County Library’s Web site. For more information about the events, visit the County Library Web site or call Susan Moore at (858) 694-2448.

Future clinics are set for the Lincoln Acres Library, 2725 Granger Av, on Saturday, July 25, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., and the San Marcos Community Center (adjacent to the library), Civic Center Drive, on Saturday, August 22, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

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The San Diego County Library branches of Del Mar, Descanso, El Cajon, La Mesa, Lakeside, Lemon Grove, Poway and Vista will hold classes in digital photography for adults from Tuesday, June 9 through Thursday, June 12. In keeping with the "Be Creative @ Your Library!" Adult Summer Reading Program theme, the "Photocamp" classes will cover a variety of topics and will be led by a professional photographer. The classes are free of charge, open to the public and reservations are not necessary.

Instructor Lisa Huber, of Louisville, KY, is a professional photographer, graphic designer and teacher, with an MFA degree in photography from Virginia Commonwealth University. Her client list includes Humana, Inc., the Kentucky Colonels, the Official Kentucky Derby Photographic Archives, Jefferson County Public Schools, and more.

Participants will be invited to submit photographs they take following the classes for a virtual exhibit to be shown at a reception at the El Cajon Library, 201 E. Douglas, on Friday, June 12, from 4 – 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served, and the public is invited.

Following is the Photocamp schedule:

Tuesday, June 9: "A Tour of Your Digital Camera"
La Mesa Library, 8074 Allison Ave, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
El Cajon Library, 201 E. Douglas, 2 - 4 p.m.
Lemon Grove Library, 8073 Broadway, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, June 10: "Nature Photography Day"
Descanso Library, 9545 River Dr, Noon - 2:30 p.m.
Lakeside Library, 9839 Vine St, 5 - 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, June 11:
Del Mar Library, 1309 Camino del Mar, 10 a.m. – Noon, "Taking Photos of People and Kids"
Vista Library, 700 Eucalyptus Av, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m., "A Tour of Your Digital Camera"
Poway Library, 13137 Poway Rd, 5 - 7 p.m., "Taking Photos of People and Kids"

Friday, June 12 – Reception & Exhibit
El Cajon Library, 201 E. Douglas Av, 4 - 6 p.m.

For more information, call (858) 694-2448 or visit www.lisajhuber.com.

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The Old Blind Dogs, a world-renowned Scottish band, will perform at the Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue, on Saturday, June 20 at 7:00 p.m. The concert is part of the San Diego County Library's World Music & Cultural Arts Series and is co-sponsored by the Friends of the Cardiff Library. Back by popular demand (having performed for a standing-room-only crowd at the Poway Library two years ago), this veteran Celtic traditional quartet promises an unforgettable experience.

Now approaching their twentieth year in the business, the Old Blind Dogs was "one of the first contemporary Scottish bands to incorporate African rhythms into traditional tunes," writes Sue Wilson of Scotland's Sunday Herald. The group has developed its own trademark style, fueled by delicately-phrased melodies and traditional songs. The current foursome of founder Jonny Hardie (fiddle, mandolin, guitar, vocals), Aaron Jones (bouzouki, guitar, vocals), Ali Hutton (Border pipes, whistles, vocals) and Fraser Stone (drums, percussion) mixes cutting edge Celtic traditional sounds with polished vocals, soaring fiddle, stirring pipes, dynamic percussion and bluesy harmonica.

"The Old Blind Dogs play with a compelling energy and intoxicating rhythm," says The Scotsman, "as players and audience seem to share a wild ecstasy of emotion." The Dogs have released ten albums and have won numerous awards over the years, including the prestigious title of Folk Band of the Year at the 2004 and 2007 Scots Trad Music Awards. Their latest album "Four On The Floor" was recognized as the Best Celtic CD by the Indie Acoustic Project.

The concert will be held in the library's parking lot. It is free of charge and open to the public, and reservations are not required. For more information please call (858) 694-2415 or visit http://www.oldblinddogs.co.uk.

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Brainfuse.com, one of the nation's leading providers of online tutoring to schools and libraries, announces the national launch of JobNow in the San Diego County Library. This breakthrough online service gives job seekers on-demand access to trained career coaches and job resources. JobNow's free professional services are available through the County Library’s Web site: http://www.sdcl.org/; click on the JobNow banner. Job seekers simply need a free County Library card to enter the site.

JobNow is the first service of its kind to provide live career coaching from any computer with Internet access. Services available through JobNow are live interview coaching, with interview tips and resources; a resume lab with sample templates, along with resume analysis within 24 hours by a JobNow expert; assistance with writing cover letters; and a career resource library that includes links to current job openings locally and nationally, as well as career and personality assessment instruments.

According to Gianni Lecciso, Brainfuse’s director of job services, "Premium career coaching is too expensive for the people who need it the most. For this reason, we’ve worked hard developing innovative technologies that allow us to offer live, online job assistance that’s free to the end-user."

County Library Director José Aponte adds his enthusiastic support of JobNow. "Our libraries are essential in difficult times, and to that end, today we are debuting the JobNow services that offer a myriad of free-of-charge job resources and tools. The San Diego County Library is truly the 'best deal' in town."

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José Aponte, Director of the San Diego County Library, was called a Public Health Champion by the County's Health and Human Services Agency and the County Board of Supervisors in a ceremony on April 10 that recognized his "extraordinary achievements in building the foundation for a healthy America." The 2009 Public Health Champion Awards named Aponte because of his recent innovative partnership with the County's Public Health Services which provides library and health services free of charge to low-income residents of San Diego County's northern city of Vista. While library staff offer regularly scheduled services to bookmobile customers at two locations, County Public Health Nurses provide free blood pressure checks, immunization record assessments, healthcare referrals and general health advice.

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The San Diego County Library is motoring forward with a dedication ceremony for its new East County Bookmobile on Tuesday, April 28, at 10 a.m. in the north parking lot of the County Administration Center, 1600 Pacific Highway. Dianne Jacob, Chairwoman of the County Board of Supervisors, will officiate along with Fourth District Supervisor Ron Roberts, who is a regular bookmobile customer, and Library Director José Aponte.

The vehicle features vibrant art on all four sides created by San Diego muralist John Whalen, of Wall-It Graphics in La Mesa. The art depicts a variety of services for customers in the library branches and bookmobiles, including books, music, art and information. Whalen will attend the ceremony. Among Whalen's designs is the landmark mural of Charles Lindbergh on the commuter terminal at San Diego International Airport. A second new bookmobile that will serve a large area of San Diego's North County also features art by Whalen.

"Just like the ice cream truck, the East County Bookmobile offers cool treats, only the County’s treats are the latest books, DVDs, music and more," said Chairwoman Jacob who represents communities served by the new Bookmobile. "Residents in rural communities truly appreciate the Bookmobile. Now, there's more to appreciate," Chairwoman Jacob said.

The East County Bookmobile measures 36 feet long—10 feet longer than its predecessor—and has more than twice the capacity of the older vehicle. It will hold 7,400 items and will have computers and a printer for public use. The mobile library will serve the already-established 15 sites throughout much of the unincorporated area of East County. These include community centers, retirement residences, schools and other key points that have no County Library branch nearby, as well as the County Administration Center and students at the Monarch School, which provides an accredited education to homeless and at-risk children.

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The Santee Branch of the San Diego County Library, 9225 Carlton Hills Blvd, #17, is hosting a free reading and discussion series called “Let’s Talk About It: Love & Forgiveness.” The series, which is open to the public, explores the themes of love and forgiveness in everyday life through classic and contemporary literature.

Dr. Martha Stoddard-Holmes, Associate Professor of Literature and Writing Studies at California State University San Marcos, will lead the discussion at each session. Stoddard-Holmes is a published author and has taught courses in literature, cultural studies, fiction and film. The Santee Library is one of 50 libraries nationwide receiving grants to host the series developed by the American Library Association and the Fetzer Institute’s Campaign for Love and Forgiveness. Local support for the series is provided by the Santee Chamber of Commerce, the Santee Community Collaborative and the Friends of the Santee Library.

“We are delighted to have been selected to host this unique series that will allow members of our community to discuss the themes of love and forgiveness with the help of a well-qualified scholar,” said Penny Taylor, Santee Branch Librarian.

The next book to be discussed is "Bel Canto" by Ann Patchett (May 9).

Pre-registration is not required. For details, please contact the library at 619-448-1863.

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The Spring Valley Library, 836 Kempton Street, will host "Vegetarian Day @ Your Library" on Saturday, April 25, from 12 noon to 3 p.m. This one-day free event will offer a wide range of presentations and informational sessions on environmental, health, ethical and humanitarian benefits of a vegetarian lifestyle. The public is invited to sample a variety of vegetarian foods, fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the day, provided by participating restaurants and markets.

Speakers will cover such topics as the powerful and important disease-fighting nutrients in fruits and vegetables, such as vitamins, minerals and fiber. These nutrients can help reduce the risk of many cancers, heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes.

The day's events will include:

• A vegetarian sampling of foods from Henry's Farmers Market, Albertsons, Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market, Sunshine Burgers, Chipotle Restaurants, Tierra Miguel Foundation and more.
• Vegetarian and raw food cooking demonstrations and samples from author Bryan Au and Healthy and Whole.
• Presentations by Dietician Kelli Gray Meisner, Certified Nutritionist Sara Krencicki, the Tierra Miguel Foundation, and author Bryan Au (Raw in Ten Minutes).
• Resource tables, displays and promotional coupons, literature and giveaways.
• A display of library materials on the subject.
• Crafts for all ages.

This event is open to the public and reservations are not required. For more information please call Jennifer Teitelbaum at (619) 463-3006 or visit http://springvalleylibrary.pbwiki.com.

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Hundreds of homeowners, most in the process of foreclosure or facing the prospect of it, have turned to the San Diego County Library to seek help with their plight. The County Library is partnering with the Housing Opportunities Collaborative (HOC) to provide free counseling to the public at a series of Home Clinics. The next clinic is set for Saturday, April 18, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Valley Center Library, 29200 Cole Grade Rd. A May session is scheduled for Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Golden Avenue School, 7885 Golden Avenue, in Lemon Grove.

The Home Clinics bring together a unique combination of legal experts, real estate and mortgage professionals and housing agencies to provide free advice to the public. The HOC recently was honored with the prestigious "Distinguished Organization Award" by the San Diego Bar Association. Individuals can schedule an appointment for a one-on-one meeting with an attorney at the event, as well as attend educational sessions on credit management, mortgage loans, bankruptcy and consumer protection. All assistance is confidential.

Feedback has been universally positive. "I am so grateful;" "I hope you can continue helping many families;" and “The counselor was understanding and helpful" have been just a few of the comments by attendees.

"Our libraries not only provide books and materials about foreclosures and finances, we serve as a gathering place where we can partner with other agencies and provide hands-on support to our customers," said County Library Director José Aponte.

Registration is required by calling the HOC at (800) 462-0503; e-mailing HOMEClinic@housingcollaborative.org; or at the County Library’s Web site (click on the HOC advertisement.) For more information about the events, visit the County Library Web site or call Susan Moore at (858) 694-2448.

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The Vista Library, 700 Eucalyptus Avenue, will host a concert in remembrance of Jewish composers persecuted by the Nazis on Friday, April 24 at 12:30 p.m. A collection of compelling compositions will be performed by young European instrumentalists and singers – competition winners from the international festival, Ostracized Music. The concert is part of the San Diego County's World Music and Cultural Arts Series and is co-sponsored by the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center and its San Diego Jewish Music Festival 2009, as well as by the Friends of the Vista Library.

The concert will include songs by composers such as Arnold Schönberg, Viktor Ullmann, Alexander Zemlinsky and Erwin Schulhoff. The Ostracized Music festival teaches students from Germany and throughout Europe about the Holocaust and the short-lived careers of persecuted Jewish composers and musicians during World War II. Among the award-winning young musicians are master pianists Ji Ling, Sefuri Sumi, Justus Barleben, Daniel Beider and Helge Aurich, and soprano Claudia Roick. Other young performers will accompany them in this one-hour concert.

"This music is such a huge treasure today," states Jennu Swensson, archivist at the Schwerin Music Conservatorium's Center for Ostracized Music in Germany. "When you hear (it), then you realize that this could have disappeared."

The Ostracized Music project is under the patronage of Dr. Christian Stocks, General Consul of Germany in Los Angeles. This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required. For more information please call (858) 694-2415.

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All branches of the San Diego County Library will host a month-long celebration of children, families and reading, El Día de los Niños/El Día de los Libros, throughout April. This national event culminates on April 30, “Children’s Day/Book Day,” celebrating and advocating the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds. The series will include a variety of bilingual (English-Spanish) and English language puppet shows, stories, crafts and programs with an international flavor.

A collaboration of the Association for Library Service for Children (ALSC) and the National Association to Promote Library and Information Services to Latinos and the Spanish Speaking (REFORMA), the annual event is partially funded is through grants from the W. K. Kellogg Foundation, with sponsorship by Target and a variety of educational organizations.

For more information, call (858) 694-2370 or (858) 694-3833.

Following is the schedule:

4S Ranch Branch Library 10433 Reserve Dr, San Diego 92127 (858) 673-4697

Books and prizes with author Lucía Gonzales. Seating is limited, please arrive early.
Thursday, April 9, 4 p.m.

Around the World Bilingual Storytime (All Ages Welcome). Stories and songs in English and Spanish plus create your own piñata.
Friday, April 17, 3:30 p.m.

Bilingual Musical Program. A children’s musical performance like no other. Books and prizes will be raffled off. Seating is limited, please arrive early.
Tuesday, April 28, 4 p.m.

Alpine Branch Library 2130 Arnold Way (619) 445-4221

Rafael and Katia’s Bilingual Magic Show.
Wednesday, April 15, 10:30 a.m.

Bonita-Sunnyside Branch Library 4375 Bonita Rd (619) 475-4642

Rafael and Katia’s Bilingual Magic Show.
Thursday, April 16, 3:30 p.m.

Bilingual Storytime. Thursdays, 3:30 p.m.

Borrego Springs Branch Library 587 Palm Canyon Dr, Ste 125 (760) 767-5761

Rafael and Katia’s Bilingual Magic Show.
Tuesday, April 28, 10 a.m.

Campo-Morena Village Branch Library 31356 Hwy 94 (619) 478-5945

Magician Bafflin’ Bill Cody.
Wednesday, April 29, 10:30 a.m.

Bilingual Storytime.
Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

Cardiff-by-the-Sea Branch Library 2081 Newcastle Av (760) 753-4027

Animal Head Stick Piñata Craft Program
Saturday, April 25, 10:30 a.m.

Casa de Oro Branch Library 9805 Campo Rd, #180 (619) 463-3236

Bilingual Storytime
Wednesdays, April 1 & 22, 3 p.m.

Make Your Own Piñata.
Wednesday, April 8, 3 p.m.

Rafael and Katia’s Bilingual Magic Show.
Wednesday, April 15, 3 p.m.

Sing-along with Robert Snavely.
Wednesday, April 29, 3 p.m.

Crest Branch Library 105 Juanita Ln. (619) 442-7083

Rafael and Katia’s Bilingual Magic Show.
Tuesday, April 28, 6:30 p.m.

Del Mar Branch Library 1309 Camino Del Mar (858) 755-1666

Rafael and Katia’s Bilingual Magic Show.
Wednesday, April 29, 11 a.m.

Bilingual Storytime.
Tuesday, April 14, 10:30 a.m.

Make a Mobile Craft.
Thursday, April 23, 4 p.m.

Descanso Branch Library 9545 River Dr (619) 445-5279

Tortillas and Quesadillas from Scratch.
Thursday, April 16 , 5:30 p.m. and Friday, April 17, 3:30 p.m.

Story and Maraca Craft.
Friday, April 24, 3:30 p.m.

East County Mobile Library (619) 660-6329

Sparkles the Clown. At Barrett Lake Trailer Park Community Center, 1250 Barrett Lake Road in Dulzura.
Wednesday, April 22, 4:30 p.m.

El Cajon Branch Library 201 E. Douglas (619) 588-3718

Rafael and Katia’s Bilingual Magic Show
Friday, April 3, 4 p.m.

El Cajon Exploratorium. Stories, crafts, and activities.
Thursday, April 30, 4 p.m.

Bilingual Storytime
Mondays, April 6, 13, 20 & 27, 4 p.m.

Encinitas Branch Library 540 Cornish Dr. (760) 753-7376

Family Craft Party
Wednesday, April 29, 3 p.m.

Fallbrook Branch Library 124 S. Mission Rd. (760) 728-2373

Bilingual Storytime
Fridays, April 3 & 17,10:30 a.m.

All events below are on Saturday, April 25

Puppets on Stage with Kathy Felker. 2 p.m.
Storytelling with Panchita Acevedo and Patti Christensen. 2:45 p.m.
Magic & Bubbles Show with Sparkles the Clown. 2:45 p.m.
Check out 5 books and get a free cookie! Raffle tickets attained for attending any children's program will be drawn.

Fletcher Hills Branch Library 576 Garfield AV (619) 466-1132

Bilingual Storytime with bilingual storyteller Linda Whiteside.
Saturday, April 4, 4 p.m.

Imperial Beach Branch Library 810 Imperial Beach Blvd (619) 424-6981

Storytime with Post Office theme.
Wednesday, April 15, 10:00 a.m.

Branch will hand out free books all day

Jacumba Branch Library 44605 Old Highway 80 (619) 766-4608

Bilingual Storytime and Craft, with Veronica Maciel.
Friday, April 24, 1:30 p.m.

Julian Branch Library 1850 Highway 78 (760) 765-0370

Rafael and Katia’s Bilingual Magic Show.
Tuesday, April 28, 1 p.m.

La Mesa Branch Library 8074 Allison AV (619) 469-2151

Bilingual Storytime and Craft
Tuesdays, April 14 & 28, 11:00 a.m.

Rafael & Katia’s Bilingual Magic Show
Thursday, April 23, 3:30 p.m.

Lakeside Branch Library 9839 Vine St (619) 443-1811

Bilingual Scavenger Hunt, explore a display about cowboys around the world and get a free book.
April 20–25

Cowboy festival. Poetry and refreshments. Winner for the poetry contest announced.
Saturday, April 25, noon

Lemon Grove Branch Library 8073 Broadway (619) 463-9819

All events on Saturday, April 25

Airbrush tattoos with Harry Hamernik. 1-3 p.m.
Make your own Piñata. 1-3 p.m.
Bilingual Marionette Circus. Circus Minimus/Pig’s Eye Puppets. 3-4 p.m.
Smash Piñatas. 4 p.m.

Lincoln Acres Branch Library 2725 Granger Av (619) 475-9880

Bilingual Storytime.
Fridays, 10 a.m.

Rafael & Katia’s Bilingual Magic Show.
Friday, April 24, 10 a.m.

Pine Valley Branch Library 28804 Old Highway 80 (619) 473-8022

Bilingual Puppet Show for preschoolers.
Wednesday, April 15, 10:30 a.m.

Storytime. For school age children with refreshments.
Friday, April 17, 3:30 p.m.

Potrero Branch Library 24883 Potrero Valley Rd (619) 478-5978

Jeff Nevin & Southwestern College Mariachi. Parents are welcome to enjoy the music and spend lunchtime with their children.
Thursday,April 30, 11:45 a.m.

Poway Branch Library 13137 Poway Rd (858) 513-2900

Drop-in Craft: Make a Paper Bag Piñata (ages 3 years and up).
Tuesday, April 22, 3-4:30 p.m.

Ramona Branch Library 1406 Montecito Rd (760) 738-2434

All Events on Thursday, April 3, 3-5 p.m.

Migrant Education from San Diego County
Sparkles the Clown face painting
Puppet Show
Salvador Torres, musician
Lotería & Book give away