Grossmont Healthcare District

Community Health Clinic
2025-09-04 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-07 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Representatives from the UCSD Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and the County of San Diego Health and Human Services – Pharmacy team will provide free health screenings (blood pressure and blood glucose) and vaccinations based on availability (e.g., COVID-19 and Hepatitis A) at our monthly Community Health Clinic. Information on general San Diego County resources will also be available. No RSVP is needed to participate.
When: Begins August 7, 2025 | Every 1st Thursday | 10 AM – 1 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St., La Mesa, CA 91942)
Questions? Call 619.825.5010 or email library@grossmonthealthcare.org to learn more.

Fitness Forever Club
2025-09-04 09:00 - 09:45, 2025-08-21 09:00 - 09:45, 2025-08-07 09:00 - 09:45, 2025-07-17 09:00 - 09:45
Fitness Forever Club is geared towards older adults and seniors to improve their ability to do tasks of daily living and prevent falls. This program will focus on coordination, agility, mobility, strength, and balance in a fun and safe environment. It includes a warmup, some easy cardio moves, senior-based agility, coordination, and moves using weights and bands.

When: Every 1st & 3rd Thursday | 9-9:45 AM
Where: Briercrest Park (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit in person to reserve your spot.

Sign-up process: interested participants may call, email, or sign up in person promptly after the previous class session has ended.

Ex. I want to sign up for next week’s/month’s program. We’re only accepting sign-ups and adding names to our registration list shortly after the previous program has ended. Our class sizes are limited due to their popularity and the current capacity of our spaces. Give us a call after 9:45 AM and we’ll gladly sign you up. If all spots have been filled we’ll add you to our waitlist and notify you of any changes.

This program is sponsored by the Grossmont Healthcare District, as a benefit to East County community members (anyone who lives, works, attends school, or accesses health care services within the District boundaries). This group has priority registration for these programs. However, if there is space available, anyone may attend.

Memory Café
2025-08-21 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-08-07 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-07-17 10:30 - 12:00
In collaboration with George G. Glenner Alzheimer’s Family Centers, Inc.© a community-based organization that supports families impacted by Alzheimer’s and other memory impairment diseases, we are hosting a Memory Café Program! Memory Cafés provide a supportive environment, often described as a “meet up”, designed to engage attendees in cognitive activities to perk up memory.
The goal of the Glenner Centers’ Memory Cafés is to keep attendees mentally and socially active, which research shows is protective of brain health. These gatherings are free and open to all older adults with or without memory concerns. Please note, no care is provided at these gatherings. Anyone needing assistance must bring their own caregiver.
When: Every 1st & 3rd Thursday | 10:30 AM – 12 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to reserve your spot
Sign-up process: interested participants may call, email, or sign up in person promptly after the previous class session has ended.

Ex. I want to sign up for next week’s/month’s program. We’re only accepting sign-ups and adding names to our registration list shortly after the previous program has ended. Our class sizes are limited due to their popularity and the current capacity of our spaces. Give us a call after 12 PM and we’ll gladly sign you up. If all spots have been filled we’ll add you to our waitlist and notify you of any changes.

This is a GHD-sponsored program with priority given to people who live, work, attend school, or access health care services in East County. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

Community. Access. Connection. Art Workshops
2025-08-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-16 10:00 - 12:00
Join ArtReach San Diego instructors at the Health & Wellness Library for a Community. Access. Connection. art workshop to learn a diverse array of art mediums, techniques, and styles, from art journaling, acrylic painting, and collage to textile art. All materials will be provided and all levels are encouraged to join.
When: Every 3rd Wednesday | 10 AM – 12 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Registration: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to reserve your spot.
Sign-up process: interested participants may call, email, or sign up in person promptly after the previous class session has ended.

Ex. I want to sign up for next week’s/month’s program. We’re only accepting sign-ups and adding names to our registration list shortly after the previous art workshop has ended. Our class sizes are limited due to their popularity and the current capacity of our spaces. Give us a call after 12 PM and we’ll gladly sign you up. If all spots have been filled we’ll add you to our waitlist and notify you of any changes.

This program is sponsored by the Grossmont Healthcare District, as a benefit to East County community members (anyone who lives, works, attends school, or accesses health care services within the District boundaries). This group has priority registration for these programs. However, if there is space available, anyone may attend.

Learn About the Health & Wellness Library
2025-08-19 15:00 - 15:45, 2025-07-15 15:00 - 15:45
Did you know that East County San Diego is home to one of the few public libraries in the country that focuses specifically on Health & Wellness resources? Join us for a community tour of the Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library to learn more about this hidden gem and how you can use it to improve your health and well-being. Registration is required.

When: Every 3rd Tuesday | 3-3:45 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to reserve your spot

Open to all interested participants.

Learn about the Health & Wellness Library
2025-08-19 15:00 - 15:45, 2025-07-15 15:00 - 15:45
Did you know that East County San Diego is home to one of the few public libraries in the country that focuses specifically on Health & Wellness resources? Join us for a community tour of the Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library to learn more about this hidden gem and how you can use it to improve your health and well-being. Registration is required.

When: Every 3rd Tuesday | 3-3:45 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to reserve your spot

Community. Access. Connection. Art Workshops
2025-08-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-15 10:00 - 12:00
Join ArtReach San Diego instructors at the Health & Wellness Library for a Community. Access. Connection. art workshop to learn a diverse array of art mediums, techniques, and styles, from art journaling, acrylic painting, and collage to textile art. All materials will be provided, and all levels are encouraged to join.
When: Wednesday, January 21st, 2026 | 10 AM – 12 PM
Happens every 1st Wednesday
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: After 12/17/25 12 PM (the previous class session has ended), sign up to reserve your spot for this class by calling 619.825.5010, emailing library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visiting us in person. Make sure you have a GHD library card to register.

This is a program sponsored by the Grossmont Healthcare District, with priority given to people with an East County connection, those who live, work, attend school, or access health care services within the boundaries of the District. If all spots have been filled, we’ll add you to our waitlist and notify you of any changes. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

Music Storytime with Hooray Miss Marae
2025-08-19 10:00 - 11:00
Hooray Miss Marae’s interactive library programs delight, teach and engage children and their families. Her playful, multi-disciplinary arts programming helps children better understand the world around them through original music, storytelling, puppetry, dance, and visual art. To develop early childhood literacy, young audiences are encouraged to listen, sing, and play while moving creatively. These monthly classes will reinforce healthy habits with books and songs that promote better overall health and wellness in children. Parents will be encouraged to actively participate to support a positive child-parent (caregiver) relationship.

When: Every 3rd Tuesday | 10-11 AM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit in person to reserve your spot.

Interested participants may call, email, or sign up in person promptly after the previous session of the class has ended.

Ex. I want to sign up for Storytime from 10-11 AM on 11/19. We’re only adding names to our registration list after the previous session of Storytime on 10/15 has ended. Give us a call after 11 AM and we’ll gladly add you to our list or waitlist if all spots have been filled.

This program is sponsored by the Grossmont Healthcare District, as a benefit to East County community members (anyone who lives, works, attends school, or accesses health care services within the District boundaries). This group has priority registration for these programs. However, if there is space available, anyone may attend.

Knit & Crochet Club
2025-08-18 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-07-21 13:00 - 14:00
Knit & Crochet…your afternoon away! Socialize with us at the Library while working on a knitting or crochet project. Bring your own materials or we can provide you with supplies to start something new.
When: Every 3rd Monday | 1-2 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Contact: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to learn more.
Registration is not required. No experience is necessary to attend. Supplies included. This is a GHD-sponsored program with priority given to people who live, work, attend school, or have a healthcare connection to East County. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

Music Storytime with Hooray Miss Marae
2025-08-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-21 10:00 - 11:00
Hooray Miss Marae’s interactive library programs delight, teach and engage children and their families. Her playful, multi-disciplinary arts programming helps children better understand the world around them through original music, storytelling, puppetry, dance, and visual art. To develop early childhood literacy, young audiences are encouraged to listen, sing, and play while moving creatively. These monthly classes will reinforce healthy habits with books and songs that promote better overall health and wellness in children. Parents will be encouraged to actively participate to support a positive child-parent (caregiver) relationship.

When: Tuesday, January 20th, 2026 | 10-11 AM
Happens every 3rd Tuesday of the month
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: After 12/16/25 11 AM (the previous class session has ended), sign up to reserve your spot for this class by calling 619.825.5010, emailing library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visiting us in person. Make sure you have a GHD library card to register.

This is a program sponsored by the Grossmont Healthcare District, with priority given to people with an East County connection, those who live, work, attend school, or access health care services within the boundaries of the District. If all spots have been filled, we’ll add you to our waitlist and notify you of any changes. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

Virtual Reality (VR) Adventures
2025-08-15 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-18 10:00 - 13:00
Go on a Virtual Reality Adventure at the GHD Health & Wellness Library! Using Virtual Reality (VR) technology, transport yourself to a variety of visually stunning & mentally stimulating environments. Take a walk along the beach, explore an art museum, or travel around the world, without leaving the comfort of the Library. VR technology is used as a tool to cue memories, stimulate the brain, and provide positive experiences to support overall mental health.
Participants will put on a VR headset (30-minute sessions), which completely covers the eyes and immerses the wearer in a 360-degree digital reality to be seen through the lenses of the headset. The headset detects head movement, allowing the user to be fully immersed in the experience. Simply move the head left or right to discover the surroundings! Headphones may be worn for an audio experience as well.
When: Every 1st & 3rd Friday | 10 AM – 1 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person.
Registration is required and participants must sign a liability waiver before using the VR technology. Participants are to remain seated at all times during the use of the VR headsets. For ages 13+ only (participants under age 18 must have a parent/guardian signature on the liability waiver).

Walk With a Doc
2025-08-14 09:00 - 10:00
This official Walk With A Doc location site at the library is registered and presented by Sharp Grossmont Hospital.
Walk with a Doc is a national walking program for everyone interested in taking steps for a healthier lifestyle. It’s a great way to get out, get active, and enjoy all the benefits that come from walking. Walk your own pace and distance.
Each walk starts with a brief discussion about a relevant health topic from a Sharp physician. The official group route is about 1.5 mile route around the campus and Briercrest Park. Past discussions have involved topics such as: healthy sleep habits, nutrition, exercise, and the benefits of exercise walking. Learn more about the national Walk with a Doc organization at walkwithadoc.org.

When: Every 2nd Thursday | 9-10 AM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Contact: Sharp Community Resource Center at 619.740.4214 or email src@sharp.com to learn more.

Easy Does It Chair Yoga (PM)
2025-08-13 14:00 - 15:00
Instructor Lanita Varshell leads students through very gentle chair and simple standing poses that are deeply relaxing and releasing for all, but specially designed for those who have a challenging time moving their body, or have limited mobility. This is a doable class for all with highly effective healing movements and mindfulness practices. Even those who have no mobility problems can find great mental and physical benefits in this class.
When: Every 2nd Wednesday | 2-3 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email info@herricklibrary.org, or visit in person to reserve your spot.

Due to high popularity and demand, we’ve temporarily adjusted our sign-up process for this class. Interested participants may call, email, or sign up in person promptly after the previous session of the class has ended. Ex. I want to sign up for Chair Yoga from 2-3 PM on 2/8. We’re only adding names to our registration list after the previous session of Chair Yoga from 2-3 PM on 1/11 has ended. Give us a call after 3 PM and we’ll gladly add you to our list or waitlist if all spots have been filled.
This is a GHD-sponsored program with priority given to East County community members who live, work, attend school, or access health care services in East County. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

Easy Does It Chair Yoga (AM)
2025-08-13 10:00 - 11:00
Instructor Lanita Varshell leads students through very gentle chair and simple standing poses that are deeply relaxing and releasing for all, but specially designed for those who have a challenging time moving their body, or have limited mobility. This is a doable class for all with highly effective healing movements and mindfulness practices. Even those who have no mobility problems can find great mental and physical benefits in this class.
When: Every 2nd Wednesday | 10-11 AM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit in person to reserve your spot.
Interested participants may call, email, or sign up in person promptly after the previous session of the class has ended.

Ex. I want to sign up for Chair Yoga from 10-11 AM on 2/8. We’re only adding names to our registration list after the previous session of Chair Yoga from 10-11 AM on 1/11 has ended. Give us a call after 11 AM and we’ll gladly add you to our list or waitlist if all spots have been filled.

This is a GHD-sponsored program with priority given to people who live, work, attend school, or access health care services in East County. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

Crafternoon
2025-08-11 13:00 - 14:00
Join us for Crafternoon at the Health & Wellness Library, where we’ll work on a simple, fun craft project and discuss a health topic based on our monthly theme. This month we’ll be making a rainmaker craft and will discuss healthy vision.
When: Monday, August 11 | 1-2 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to reserve your spot
No experience is necessary to attend. Supplies included. Space is limited so make sure to sign up early!

Ex. I want to sign up for next week’s/month’s program. We’re only accepting sign-ups and adding names to our registration list shortly after the previous program has ended. Our class sizes are limited due to their popularity and the current capacity of our spaces. Give us a call after 2 PM and we’ll gladly sign you up. If all spots have been filled we’ll add you to our waitlist and notify you of any changes.

This is a GHD-sponsored program with priority given to people who live, work, attend school, or access health care services in East County. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

Virtual Reality (VR) Adventures
2025-08-01 10:00 - 13:00
Go on a Virtual Reality Adventure at the GHD Health & Wellness Library! Using Virtual Reality (VR) technology, transport yourself to a variety of visually stunning & mentally stimulating environments. Take a walk along the beach, explore an art museum, or travel around the world, without leaving the comfort of the Library. VR technology is used as a tool to cue memories, stimulate the brain, and provide positive experiences to support overall mental health.
Participants will put on a VR headset, which completely covers the eyes and immerses the wearer in a 360-degree digital reality to be seen through the lenses of the headset. The headset detects head movement, allowing the user to be fully immersed in the experience. Simply move the head left or right to discover the surroundings! Headphones may be worn for an audio experience as well.
When: Every 1st & 3rd Fridays | Sign up for 30-minute time slot anytime from 10 AM – 1 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to reserve your time slot.
Registration is required and participants must sign a liability waiver before using the VR technology. Participants are to remain seated at all times during the use of the VR headsets. For ages 13+ only (participants under age 18 must have a parent/guardian signature on the liability waiver).

Meet & Greet the Artist Reception: The World on Hold - Sketches from a Traveler in Waiting
2025-07-30 18:00 - 19:00
When the COVID-19 pandemic prevented Joey Herring from pursuing his favorite hobby—traveling to experience new states, countries and cultures—he revisited his collection of personal travel photography. In an effort to relive the treasured memories of his past, Herring reimagined these photos as a series of digital illustrations. Each work features urban architecture from cities throughout Europe and the United States that celebrate the rich history and diversity of the built environment. Joey Herring is a curator and public art administrator. He works with national and international artists and arts organizations to curate exhibitions and public art projects. Currently, Herring is the Policy and Project Manager for The Strauss, a soon-to-open art museum at UC San Diego. With more than 15 years of professional experience, he has held positions at San Diego International Airport, Tate Modern, The San Diego Museum of Art, Museum of Photographic Arts, and the City of Peoria Arts & Culture. Website: joeyaherring.com
When: Wednesday, July 30 | 6-7 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
RSVP: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to let us know you’re attending.
Meet & Greet the Artist receptions allow local artists to mingle, enjoy light refreshments, and have the opportunity to discuss what inspired the pieces you see in their exhibit featured at GHD’s Health & Wellness Library. This event is free and open to all community members.
