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Tuesday marks 60 years since Sandy Koufax threw a perfect game at Dodger Stadium. The 1-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs is still considered one of the best games in baseball history.

Featuring brand new songs from the album Play, plus an old favorite, watch Sheeran build the instrumental elements in real time with guitar, keyboard and a looping station.

Ethiopia opens Africa's largest hydropower project, the Blue Nile's Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam — a milestone that's sparking alarm in neighboring Sudan and Egypt.

Join us for this special storytime where you'll get to meet a real police officer! Recommended for toddler, preschoolers, and early elementary, this storytime program will include books, songs, and information about what it means to be part of the police department. Audience: Recommended for kids ages 3+ Location: Community Room Visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/mission-valley-library

Children of all ages: Get ready to marvel at the fantastical and funny juggling and balancing acts of Michael Rayner! This event is part of Mission Valley Library's Summer Reading Program. What is the Summer Reading Program? It's a chance for everyone--babies through adults--to come to the library for fun programs, great reads (plus movies and music), and the chance to win books and other prizes! Contact us with questions or visit  sandiegolibrary.org for more info. Thanks to the Friends of the Mission Valley Library for their financial support! Audience: All ages Location: Community Room

Get ready for a great discussion featuring a book targeted to middle schoolers. Plus enjoy snacks! A FREE copy of the selected book will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis to those who plan to attend the club. This month we will discuss the book "Moon Over Manifest," by Clare Vanderpool. Audience: This program is recommended for tweens and teens ages 12-14 Location: Homeschool Resource Center Visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/mission-valley-library

In 1984, the mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap satirized heavy metal bands. Now the characters are back for a sequel, Spinal Tap II. Reiner says "they have grown neither emotionally or musically."

Join City Ballet of San Diego for "A Book and a Ballerina!" Enjoy listening to a read-aloud, hearing from a professional ballerina, and learning some basic dance steps. This hour-long program is an introduction to the world of classical ballet. Audience: For kids in grades Pre-K through 5. Location: Community Room Visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/mission-valley-library

Have you always wanted to learn how to play chess or improve your skills? If you have never played before, or are just looking for someone to practice with, join us for some friendly competition! All supplies are provided. Audience: Recommended for elementary school-aged children through adults. Location: Homeschool Resource Center Visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/mission-valley-library

Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is more than simply putting flowers in a container. It is a disciplined art form that breathes life into each composition, harmonizing the elements of nature and humanity. Learn to create these stunning pieces of art that intertwine Japanese culture and the changing of the seasons. By end of the semester, you will have learned to design beautiful and professional looking arrangements for both everyday and special occasions. Contact Prof. Takeya for more information at mtakeya@sdccd.edu. This class is free and open to the public. You may register when you attend the class. Audience: Adults, Seniors Location: Community Room