THANK YOU for your Memberships and Donations
We wish to THANK everyone who has ever become a Member of the San Carlos Friends of the Library. We also express our appreciation and gratitude for those who have sent us donations in honor or memory of others. SCFOL funds are used to purchase new materials, programs, and equipment that enhance the patron experience at the current San Carlos Branch Library and that of the new proposed Branch.
All membership levels of the Friends of the San Diego Public Library,...
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Negotiations are still underway before the City of San Diego's final 2025-26 fiscal year budget is voted on June 10. It will not be finalized until signed by San Diego's Mayor Todd Gloria on June 15, 2025
As a result of previous City Council budget meetings, the San Diego Public Library system is scheduled to lose $8million in funding. As of July 1, 2025, this loss of funding may result in the closing of all 37 Branch Libraries on Sunday...
A quick reference for youth special events and recurring activities through the end of the year:
The library book club meets monthly on the 3rd Thursday from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery. The current Book Club Flyer Summer titles are on reserve at the front desk. Just ask the librarian for a copy and check it out. For more information, please call the library at 619-527-3430.
Visit our Library Shop SD booth at the KPBS San Diego Book Festival on Saturday, August 23, 10:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m., University of San Diego, 5998 Alcala Park Way, San Diego, CA 92110.
Hosted on the University of San Diego campus, this free event is for book and library lovers of all ages. Enjoy workshops, activities, photo booths, live entertainment, discussions with award-winning authors, and more!
General admission is free, but registration is strongly encouraged. Parking on the USD campus is complimentary... 
Library System Update
Starting July 2025, all San Diego Public Library locations will operate Monday through Saturday and will be closed on Sundays. In the coming months, Monday hours will be changing, with select locations remaining open. Stay tuned for more information. 
Join us for fun and engaging STEM presentations and projects at the library!
On the third Tuesday of the month, elementary and middle school students will work on a variety of science and math activities. This program is hosted by the Patrick Henry High School Junior Innovators Club with materials funded by SCFOL.
Upcoming Dates:
July 15
August 19
September 16
View Flyer: Junior Innovators STEM Club
Four of SCFOL's dedicated volunteers, Christine Khouri, Jaxon Cox, and Debbie & Dan Pittman, were honored at the Friends of the San Diego Public Library's annual membership meeting held on June 14, 2025. Their time, energy, and enthusiasm help make our monthly book sales a success. We're so grateful for all they do! 