How to Request Books that are not in our Inventory……….
Is there a book you have been looking for but is not a title currently available in our inventory? It may be available from the consortium catalog. The San Diego Circuit Member Libraries are: California State University at San Marcos, San Diego County Library, San Diego Public Library, San Diego State University, University of California at San Diego, and the University of San Diego. Click on
Circuit SD for information on how you can obtain books from these member circuit libraries.
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Let reading Color Your World this summer, during the SDPL Summer Reading Program! San Diego residents of all ages are encouraged to sign up for this virtual event to be creative, try new things, explore art, and find beauty in diversity. Click SRP 2021 Rules/ Log/ Prizes to learn how to earn a badge each time you read a book , read for one hour, or complete a fun activity. Mix and Match 10 badges and you'll receive a prize... 
Can I call the library for help/reference services? Yes. Library staff can answer your questions at all of our branches via phone during regular business hours. You may call our general number at 619-236-5800 or your local branch. You may also submit your question via the Library’s website or email us directly at 
Dear Library Advocate,
Mayor Gloria released his May Revised Budget yesterday, (May 18, 2021) and listened to Library advocates. The Mayor's new budget returns proposed cuts that would have required a five-day Library schedule in the coming fiscal year. The Revised Budget also includes new investments in funds for electronic resources, systemwide programs, Do Your Homework @ the Library Program expansion, and staff training. The final budget will be adopted in June following several weeks of review by the public and... 
Members of the Friends of the San Diego Public Library, which includes the San Carlos Branch Friends, are eligible to receive special discounts from the following shops to thank you for supporting your local library. Click on FSDPL Member Discounts .
