Events for Adults/Seniors
Chinese Brush Art Exhibit – April 9 through May 2016 (during library hours). Exhibit of colorful Chinese brush paintings by students of Jean Shen, who has taught many workshops and masters classes in brush painting and calligraphy.
Qi Gong – Every Monday @ 9:30 – 11:30 AM. Qi Gong (Chi Gong) is a simple preventative method of relaxing and harmonizing the body.
♫♫♫ Zumba for Special Needs and Beginners – Every Monday @ 1:00 – 2:00 PM. Led by Lis Garces (licensed Zumba® instructor since 2007),
Adult Yoga – Every Thursday @ 4:00 – 5:00 PM. Gentle exercises to aid flexibility and improve concentration. Bring your own mat or towel.
Chair Sit Yoga – Tuesday, April 5 & 19 @ 2:00 – 3:00 PM. Get fit where you sit! Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting on a chair or standing using a chair for support.♫♫♫ Concert: Leonard Patton/Danny Green Quartet – Wednesday, April 6 @ 6:30 – 7:30 PM. Leonard Patton and Danny Green spin memorable pop standards into a more playful take on jazz, exploring the Hit Parade and reimagining classic pop radio hit songs by the likes of Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, and the Beatles.
♫♫♫ Accordion Club – Saturday, April 9 & 23 @ 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. All are welcome! Second and fourth Saturday of each month.
Covered California Q & A – Tuesday, April 12 @ 1:00 – 3:00 PM. Representatives from Family Healthcare Centers of San Diego help answer your questions about getting insurance on the marketplace.
UCCA University City Community Association – Wednesday, April 13 @ 6:00 – 7:30 PM. This is a community meeting featuring updates from law enforcement, fire-rescue service, legislative and other community leaders. All are welcome.
Peripheral Neuropathy Lecture – Tuesday, April 19 & 26 @ 4:00 – 6:00 PM. Learn how to end neuropathy pain. Presented by The Foundation for Wellness Professionals.
UC Book Club – Wednesday, April 27 @ 2:00 – 3:00 PM. The Book Club will be discussing We Are All Completely Besides Ourselves by Karen Joy Fowler.
Events for Children
Preschool StoryTime for Kids – Every Thursday @ 10:30 – 11:30 AM. Join us for stories, crafts, finger plays and songs.
LIVE! Homework Help – Every Tuesday & Thursday @ 2:30 – 4:30 PM. A volunteer will be at the library to help with homework.
Makerspace Craft Station – All week long (Monday – Saturday). A different craft station is available in the Children’s Area each week.
Tales for Tails – Saturday, April 2 @ 1:00 – 2:00 PM. Children can read aloud to trained and certified therapy dogs. “Tales for Tails” is designed to help children improve their reading skills and confidence in reading out loud. Children 8 and under must be accompanied by adult.
Wild Wonders – Wednesday, April 20 @ 2:00 – 3:00 PM. An interactive wildlife program! Come meet and learn about our furry, feathered, and scaly animal friends.
Events for Tweens/Teens
Kendama Club – Every Wednesday @ 1:30 – 2:30 PM. Test your skills against others, learn new tricks and just have FUN!!!
Video Game Fridays – Every Friday @ 3:00 – 4:00 PM. Wii gaming with your friends, Get your game on!
Teen Writing Club – Wednesday, April 13 @ 3:00 – 4:00 PM. Each month the Teen Writing Club will talk about different techniques for improving your writing for school or that novel you’re working on. If you have questions about a current project or an essay you’re working on, there’s always time after the session to ask questions.
Courtesy of Larry Hoeckelmann Jr., Youth Services Librarian, San Diego Public Library University Community Branch, 4155 Governor Dr., San Diego CA 92122 – 858-552-1655. University Community Branch Library April Highlights. Now open Saturdays from 9:30 AM to 6 PM!
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