Events
Upcoming events.
Valentine's Day Prep Party
Get Valentine’s Day–ready with a fun, feel-good afternoon at Town Center at Aurora. From live music and a festive photo booth to hands-on crafts and sweet treats, this Valentine’s celebration is all about inspiration and together time. Explore Valentine’s Day gift showcases from Dillard’s, Macy’s, and JCPenney, enter to win luxe $250 gift baskets, and create something special to take home. Whether you’re celebrating with a partner, friends, or family, it’s the perfect way to kick off the season of love—free and open to everyone. 💝
Baby Lapsit – Bonding and Learning Together
Learning begins at birth! Baby Lapsit is a special storytime designed for our youngest attendees and their caregivers. Through gentle talking, reading, singing, and play, this program nurtures early development while creating meaningful bonding moments in a warm, welcoming space.
Rhyme & Shine Storytime - Preparing for Success
Help your child build the skills they need for a confident start to kindergarten! Rhyme & Shine Storytime is a fun, educational program for ages 4–6 featuring stories, songs, structured play, and themed activities — all designed to support early learning and growth.
Healthy You Series: Zumba
Experience energy and joy by joining the Zumba Fitness Class, where you'll enjoy a session designed to uplift both body and spirit through the fun of movement. Combining lively rhythms with easy-to-follow choreography, Zumba welcomes people of all skill levels to celebrate health, vitality, and community. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for movement and bring water to stay hydrated.
Dance Party with Kathryn the Grape
Join us for a fun-filled dance party with Kathryn The Grape! Let your kids groove to live music, make new friends, and burn off some energy. This is a FREE event perfect for all ages.
Don't miss out on the fun!
Toddler Tales- Learning is Fun!
Join the Escondido Public Library for Toddler Tales — a lively storytime filled with exciting books, songs, and playful activities for ages 2–3. This free program supports early literacy, imagination, and emotional development through engaging stories, games, and more!
MLK Day
Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
In recognition of this important holiday, Mershops North County Mall will be open with normal shopping hours, however we will not be hosting a children’s event today.
We invite our community to take time to reflect on Dr. King’s message of unity, service, and equality. 💙
Magical Meet & Greets
Meet Your Favorite Characters: Each week, characters will be popping by for Meet & Greets, photo opportunities, and games!!
Sunday Funday with Kathryn the Grape
💕 FREE Live Music Event for Kids and Families!
Bring your children and loved ones to enjoy a lively, interactive musical experience that will have everyone singing, dancing, and smiling.
✨ Create Unforgettable Memories Together!
Don’t miss out on this special opportunity to share the joy of music with your family.
We can’t wait to see you there! 💕
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Help save lives in your community by donating blood at the North County Mall Red Cross Blood Drive!
Join us for a blood drive at North County Mall, Community Room, Level 2 (Food Court Entrance)
Appointments are encouraged! Schedule yours quickly and easily online at https://www.redcrossblood.org/ and use Sponsor Code: NCM. Walk-ins are also welcome, based on availability.
Baby Lapsit – Bonding and Learning Together
Learning begins at birth! Baby Lapsit is a special storytime designed for our youngest attendees and their caregivers. Through gentle talking, reading, singing, and play, this program nurtures early development while creating meaningful bonding moments in a warm, welcoming space.
Healthy You Series: Yoga
Ready to de-stress after your long day? Come hang out with library and practice yoga with us! Take an hour to unwind, stretch, and practice mindfulness. Please bring your own yoga mat.
Rhyme & Shine Storytime - Preparing for Success
Help your child build the skills they need for a confident start to kindergarten! Rhyme & Shine Storytime is a fun, educational program for ages 4–6 featuring stories, songs, structured play, and themed activities — all designed to support early learning and growth.
Paws to Read
Come read to a therapy dog to enhance your reading skills or just for fun!
This is geared for ages 4-12 years with a parent/guardian waiver. Please find us in the Mershops Center Court Level 1. We will meet monthly on the 2nd Wednesday of each month excluding holidays.
Presented by Love on a Leash North County Volunteers
Dance Party with Kathryn the Grape
Join us for a fun-filled dance party with Kathryn The Grape! Let your kids groove to live music, make new friends, and burn off some energy. This is a FREE event perfect for all ages.
Don't miss out on the fun!
2nd Tuesday Book Club
Looking for your next great read and a fun group to share it with? The 2nd Tuesday Book Club meets every month to dive into thought-provoking books chosen by members in advance. New faces are always welcome—come for the conversation, stay for the community!
Toddler Tales- Learning is Fun!
Join the Escondido Public Library for Toddler Tales — a lively storytime filled with exciting books, songs, and playful activities for ages 2–3. This free program supports early literacy, imagination, and emotional development through engaging stories, games, and more!
Little Explorers Storytime
Join the Escondido Public Library team for Little Explorers Storytime! Perfect for ages 3–5, this engaging program nurtures your child’s natural curiosity and love of learning through stories, creative play, and fun with peers. Watch your little one discover, grow, and build social skills with the gentle guidance of our expert storytellers.
Magical Meet & Greets
Meet Your Favorite Characters: Each week, characters will be popping by for Meet & Greets, photo opportunities, and games!!
Sunday Funday with Kathryn the Grape
💕 FREE Live Music Event for Kids and Families!
Bring your children and loved ones to enjoy a lively, interactive musical experience that will have everyone singing, dancing, and smiling.
✨ Create Unforgettable Memories Together!
Don’t miss out on this special opportunity to share the joy of music with your family.
We can’t wait to see you there! 💕
Grand Comedy Club | Kira Soltanovich
We’re excited to welcome KIRA SOLTANOVICH to the stage — seen on Netflix, Amazon, Showtime, and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno!
Featuring Brendan Gay and Jim Gallagher, this is a weekend of comedy you don’t want to miss. Perfect date night, friend night, or just a much-needed laugh break!
Bingo & Beats
BINGO & BEATS with DJ MandyMixes – Fun for the Whole Family!
Join us at Mershops North County Mall every second Saturday of the month, for an exciting all-ages event filled with music, games, and great prizes! Whether you're bringing the kids, grandparents, or friends, everyone is welcome to enjoy the fun.
Grand Comedy Club | Kira Soltanovich
We’re excited to welcome KIRA SOLTANOVICH to the stage — seen on Netflix, Amazon, Showtime, and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno!
Featuring Brendan Gay and Jim Gallagher, this is a weekend of comedy you don’t want to miss. Perfect date night, friend night, or just a much-needed laugh break!
Read to a Dragon
Build reading confidence and fluency by reading aloud to bearded dragons from EcoVivarium! These small dragons are excellent listeners, able to help create a relaxed environment where young readers can practice at their own pace. Reading aloud regularly improves comprehension, vocabulary, and public speaking skills—all while having fun with some scaly new friends!
Baby Lapsit – Bonding and Learning Together
Learning begins at birth! Baby Lapsit is a special storytime designed for our youngest attendees and their caregivers. Through gentle talking, reading, singing, and play, this program nurtures early development while creating meaningful bonding moments in a warm, welcoming space.
Rhyme & Shine Storytime - Preparing for Success
Help your child build the skills they need for a confident start to kindergarten! Rhyme & Shine Storytime is a fun, educational program for ages 4–6 featuring stories, songs, structured play, and themed activities — all designed to support early learning and growth.
Healthy You Series: Meditation and Mindfulness
Learn and experience a variety of meditation techniques, including Zen meditation, single-point meditation, expanded awareness meditation, metta meditation (loving kindness), counting meditation, and meditation with guided imagery.
Dance Party with Kathryn the Grape
Join us for a fun-filled dance party with Kathryn The Grape! Let your kids groove to live music, make new friends, and burn off some energy. This is a FREE event perfect for all ages.
Don't miss out on the fun!
Toddler Tales- Learning is Fun!
Join the Escondido Public Library for Toddler Tales — a lively storytime filled with exciting books, songs, and playful activities for ages 2–3. This free program supports early literacy, imagination, and emotional development through engaging stories, games, and more!
Little Explorers Storytime
Join the Escondido Public Library team for Little Explorers Storytime! Perfect for ages 3–5, this engaging program nurtures your child’s natural curiosity and love of learning through stories, creative play, and fun with peers. Watch your little one discover, grow, and build social skills with the gentle guidance of our expert storytellers.
Sunday Funday with Kathryn the Grape
💕 FREE Live Music Event for Kids and Families!
Bring your children and loved ones to enjoy a lively, interactive musical experience that will have everyone singing, dancing, and smiling.
✨ Create Unforgettable Memories Together!
Don’t miss out on this special opportunity to share the joy of music with your family.
We can’t wait to see you there! 💕