North University City Library Event Highlights December and January

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Courtesy of North University Community Library, 8820 Judicial Drive, 858-581-9637, sandiego.gov/public-library:

Events for Adults/Seniors

Hatha Yoga Mondays at 12:00 pm This Hatha Yoga class uses postures and stretches in combination with the breath to increase flexibility and relaxation. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat or floor towel.

Small Business Assistance 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 11:30 am Dr. Adolpho Sanchez offers help in navigating the process to starting a business. Appointments available by calling the library.

Job Help Assistance 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 3:30 pm Dr. Adolpho Sanchez offers help with resume writing and job searching. Appointments available by calling the library.

ESL Instruction Fridays at 12:00 p.m. Review of vocabulary and grammar with a native speaker.  

Gentle Yoga Fridays at 10:00 am Learn basic yoga techniques, perfect for beginners, expectant mothers, seniors and persons with disabilities. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat or floor towel.

Knitters’ Circle Thursday, December 1 & 15, January 5 & 19 at 1:00 pm All yarn enthusiasts are welcome.

Concert: The Danny Green Trio Sunday, December 4 at 3:00 pm

Fiction Fanatics Book Club Saturday, December 10 and January 14 at 10:00 am Please ask at the Circulation desk for the titles to be discussed.

A Cup of Creation: Art classes for Adults Sunday, December 11 at 1:00 pm Each class will utilize a different art technique to inspire the creation of unique pieces. Participants are asked to bring a small sketchbook to class; all other supplies provided.

Page Turners Book Club Wednesday, December 14 and January 11 at 6:00 pm Please ask at the Circulation desk for the titles to be discussed.

Cinema Café Wednesday, December 21 and January 18 at 6:00 pm Enjoy refreshments while watching a thought-provoking film. Title TBA. Please inquire with library staff for further details.    

Events for Children/Families

Babies and Books Mondays & Fridays at 10:00 am This lap-sit storytime will introduce a love for books by using song, movement, rhythm and rhyme. Recommended age: Birth – 2 years.  

Homework Helpers Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:00 pm Homework help for students in grades K-6.

Kids’ Art Studio Wednesdays at 12:00 pm A fun art lesson every week! No registration required. For grades K-6.

Music and Movement Fridays at 11:00 am at the Nobel Recreation Center Sing, Dance and Play! Children enjoy songs and movement activities that build motor skills and increase independence.  

LEGO Club Fridays at 3:00 pm Make new friends and build amazing creations every week.  

Russian Handwriting Class Saturdays at 12:30 pm Learn to write typing and classic Russian scripts.

Arts & Crafts Saturdays at 1:00 pm Let your creativity run wild with a fun craft activity! Children under 8 welcome with an adult or older sibling.

Yoga Storytime Monday, December 12 and January 9 & 23 at 10:30 am Stretch both your body and your mind in this unique program that combines stories, songs and simple yoga poses. Families enjoy healthy fun and bonding. Please bring your own mat.

STEAM 2 Academy Tuesday, December 13 and January 10 at 3:00 pm Science-based educational activities geared to students in grades K-3.

Paws to Read Monday, December 19 at 4:30 pm Practice reading out loud to a furry friend! Certified therapy dogs provided by Love on a Leash, San Diego Central Chapter  

Tiny Tots Storytime Wednesday, December 21 and January 18 at 5:30 pm Miss Kim reads books and plays the piano in this fun sing-along storytime complete with percussion instruments.   

Weekly Storytimes

  • Chinese – Mondays at 11:30 am
  • English – Thursdays & Saturdays at 10:30 am
  • French – Thursdays at 11:15 am
  • Russian – Saturdays at 11:00 am
  • Sign Language – Thursday, December 8 & January 12 at 12 noon

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Notes: Many thanks to the Friends of the Library for their generous sponsorship. You, too, can be a Friend; ask at the Check Out Desk. Please call the library to confirm any given program and holiday hours. Changes are rare, but may occur.

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