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)   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

Art Show Reception Dates  

Do Your Homework @ the Library

DYHL The San Carlos Branch Homework Center for the 2025 fall semester will reopen on August 18th.  Details to follow in early August.  For updates, Click HERE Age Group:  Homework help is free to students (Grades K-8). Please email [email protected] for information about the Homework Help: 2024-2025 program. All children under 8 years of age must be adequately supervised by a responsible parent or caregiver 16 years or older. Event Details: Kids K through 8: having trouble with that homework?  Need a little help?  Our friendly Homework Coaches will... Continue Reading >

SD Libraries Will Lose Funding in FY 2025-2026 San Diego Budget

Negotiations are still underway before the City of San Diego's final 2025-26 fiscal year budget is voted on June 10.  It will not be finalized until signed by San Diego's Mayor Todd Gloria on June 15, 2025 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... Continue Reading >