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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SD Libraries Will Lose Funding in 2026

Negotiations are still underway before the City of San Diego's final 2025-26 fiscal year budget is voted on June 10.  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 and Monday, but will allow  programs and services to remain the same Tuesday-Saturday. Homework Help at... Continue Reading

Art Show Reception Dates  

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   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.     Continue Reading

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,... Continue Reading

Library Foundation SD

  The San Diego Public Library Foundation is now the Library Foundation SD! Celebrating 20 years of community and innovation. We are the conduit to support the library's life-changing mission. Check out our website and learn how you can support your library , Lifelong Learning at the Library Continue Reading >

NOVEMBER 13: SCFOL General Membership Meeting

This year’s annual SCFOL General Membership meeting will be held Wednesday, November 13, 2024 from 4:00-5:30 pm, in the San Carlos Branch Library’s Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery.  All SCFOL members are invited to attend. Find out what's happening in 2025 at the San Carlos Branch Library. The agenda will include: SCFOL President Bill Bischoff: Introduction of guests, new 2024 SCFOL Life Members  (Sandi Calabough Sue Dennis,  and Lisa King), and speaker. SPEAKER: Past President of SCFOL & FSDPL,... Continue Reading >

JUNE 1-AUGUST 31: Summer Reading Program

HURRY:  You only have until August 31 to register, record your summer reading, and collect your prizes--available only while supplies last. Click REGISTRATION Read, Renew, Repeat during the Summer Reading Program! People of all ages are encouraged to participate in this conservation-focused event aimed at protecting, maintaining, and restoring the city's diverse habitats, ecosystems, wildlife, and natural resources. Complete a combination of 10 books, hours of reading or activities to claim your prizes. For more details, click Summer Children's Events 2024.  ... Continue Reading >