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 Fall 2025 book list (September-December)
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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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Digital Resource Spotlight: NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS
Access National Geographic Kids for free with your San Diego Public Library card. Nat Geo Kids includes the complete run of the magazine from 2009 to the present, as well as books, videos, and images. High-quality informational texts are available for primary, upper elementary, and middle school English language arts, social studies, and science classrooms. Find it on the Library's eLibrary page, under the "Kids and Teens Homework Help" section. LEARN MORE Continue Reading >
JANUARY, 2022: What Does the Fence Mean?
SCFOL promised to keep our community updated with events that affect the building of the new San Carlos Branch Library. So… what does it mean that a fence was erected in January around the Jackson and Golfcrest corner lot adjacent to the Library? Here is what you need to know:
The San Diego Regional Water Quality Control Board reported that the lot is clean of contaminants and the remediation process is complete.
The remediation company was so informed, and... Continue Reading >
SCBL 2021 Wrap-up with Managing Librarian, David Ege
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, 2021 continued to be a year that would challenge the ingenuity of our Library staff. At the ZOOM November 17, 2021 annual SCFOL General Membership meeting, SCBL Managing Librarian, David Ege, gave us an update on the status of our new SCBL and reviewed how his staff was able to rise to the COVID-19 challenge. Below is the outline of his presentation.
· Saturday, March 14, 2020 – Last Day open to the public
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Discover & Go with the Library
Visit San Diego attractions for free with the Library's Discover & Go program. The program offers family day passes to several of San Diego's biggest attractions, including the New Children's Museum, Museum of Us, The San Diego Museum of Art, Children's Discovery Museum, and Skateworld! Passes can be reserved online, in-person, or over the phone with a valid library card. Reserve your pass now Continue Reading >
SDPL Frequently Asked Questions
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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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