San Carlos Branch Library
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San Carlos Branch Library
619-527-3430
7265 Jackson Dr
San Diego, CA 92119

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Library Cards for Digital Access

The Library is offering a new Digital Library Card. If you don't currently have a Library Card, you can now sign up for a Digital Library Card to access eLibrary resources. With a Digital Library Card you can download digital materials (such as ebooks, eaudiobooks and digital magazines), use electronic databases, take online classes, and much more. Customers may convert their digital library card into a permanent physical library card by contacting any of the Pickup Service Locations. Apply for a Digital Library Card... Continue Reading >

2021: One-Book, One- San Diego

Logo for One Book, One San Diego program   The wait is over! KPBS and their community partners are excited to announce the 2021, One Book, One San Diego selections.  The choices focus on disability civil rights, experiences and inclusion. - “Being Heumann: An Unrepentant Memoir of a Disability Rights Activist” by Judith Heumann and Kristen Joiner (Adult reader category) - “All the Way to the Top” by Annette Bay Pimentel and illustrated by Nabi Ali with foreword by Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins (Kids category) - “When Stars Are Scattered” by Victoria Jamieson... Continue Reading >

SDPL Master Plan Presentation

Thank you to everyone who attended the August 24,  presentation and listening session for the Library Master Plan Framework. We appreciate all the enthusiasm and input on this document that will help shape the future of the San Diego Public Library.  If you were not able to attend, you can view a recording of the session HERE. Below are additional resources and ways you can participate: Provide your comments about the Plan HERE. Attend the second listening session on Saturday, September 18 at 2... Continue Reading >

FLIPSTER: Digital Magazines

Looking for magazines to read poolside, but can't get to the Library to borrow them? Try Flipster, the Library's easy-to-use digital newsstand that offers access to best-selling digital magazines. Log in with your San Diego Public Library card number to access dozens of titles.  See How It Works Continue Reading >

Distance Learning Center

For parents and caregivers who are educating their children--either via distance learning or homeschooling--we have curated a list of free, well-established academic resources on a variety of subjects. Resources are broken down first by grade level, and then by subject. Click HERE Continue Reading >