San Carlos Branch Library
Friends of the Library
San Carlos Branch Library
619-527-3430
7265 Jackson Dr
San Diego, CA 92119
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Library Book Club
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 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.
View Winter 2025 book list (January-March)
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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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February 6 @ 1-3 pm: SCFOL Pre-Used Book Sale
REMINDER: You must be a Friends of the Library member to buy books at the Friday Pre-Sale. JOIN SCFOL at the Sale and BUY BOOKS!
We now accept debit, credit, PayPal, or Venmo!
This is another great way to support the library and meet other Friends. On the day before the first-Saturday-of-the-month SCFOL Used Book Sales, current members of the Friends of the Library are invited to purchase fiction books and media materials in the Winer Family Community Room &... Continue Reading >
February 7 @ 9:30-3:00: SCFOL Used Book Sale
THANK YOU for your support of SCFOL!
SCFOL Used Book Sales now accept credit, debit, Venmo, and PayPal!
We need your gently used book donations and your patronage at the Used Book Sales. Revenue from the SCFOL Used Book Sales is our primary funding source, but SCFOL Memberships and your donations also add to the funds that the Friends donate to the Branch, allowing the Library to purchase new materials, equipment and programs for all age groups.
Plus, now when you sign... Continue Reading >
2026 Winter Reading Challenge
Winter Reading Challenge (WRC) will be starting January 1 and will run through January 31. Patrons can participate via an online logging option (Beanstack) or can visit the library to pick up a printed read log.
Program Details
- Program runs January 1–31
- For readers of all ages
- Complete a combination of 5 books, hours, or activities to claim your prizes
Finisher Prizes:
Prizes will be available for pickup from January 6 through February 10.
- Ages 0–11: Achievement ribbon + 1 pass to the Museum... Continue Reading >
Chess Club: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays
The Chess Club for ages 18 and under meets in the SCBL Community Room, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 5-7 p.m. This is a great class for beginners, as well as for those looking to hone their skills. Continue Reading >
JANUARY 6-FEBRUARY 2: Michiyo Matsuura
January 6-February 2, we will feature artwork by Michiyo Matsuura in the Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery of the San Carlos Branch Library. Join us in welcoming Michiyo at her Artist Reception on 1/17, noon - 2:00 p.m.
Michiyo Matsuura is a native of Japan and deeply influenced by its art and culture. Her artwork depicts the humbleness of everyday life and the serenity of her natural surroundings. Through collage and mixed media, she experiments with materials like thread,... Continue Reading >
Welcome to the San Carlos Friends of the Library Website. On this site you can find the schedule of current events to be held at the San Carlos Branch Library, how to become a member of SCFOL, or how to donate your time, talent, books, or money to the library. Read more »
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