San Carlos Branch Library
619-527-3430
7265 Jackson Dr
San Diego, CA 92119
A quick reference for youth special events and recurring activities through the end of the year:
Children's Recurring Events 2025
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Negotiations are still underway before the City of San Diego final 2025-26 fiscal year budget is voted on in May. As a result of the April City Council meetings, the San Diego Public Library system is scheduled to lose $8million in funding. As of July 1, 2025, this loss of funding will result in the closing of all 37 Branch Libraries on Sunday and Monday, which will allow programs and services to remain the same Tuesday-Saturday.
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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.
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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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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 >
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... Continue Reading >
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 weblibrary@sandiego.gov with reference questions, questions about services or your account.
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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... Continue Reading >
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 »