San Carlos Branch Library
Friends of the Library

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

Author Archive

Farewell to Overdue Fines

Overdue Materials Policy: Beginning July 1, 2018, the San Diego Public Library is no longer charging users a daily overdue fee for items returned late. Under this new policy, items can be checked out for their standard loan period and, if eligible, renewed up to five times. Library cardholders are responsible for returning or renewing items to prevent their library card from being blocked or barred. Here are some important numbers to remember when checking out Library materials  under the new... Continue Reading >

Carleen Hemric retires

We thank the many friends of Carleen Hemric for their contributions to SCFOL in her honor. We wish Carleen a peaceful retirement and thank her for the many years she taught our children, and her thousands of hours of volunteer work for the Friends including the Essay Contest, Board positions, and support of local authors.  Carleen will be greatly missed and a hard act to follow! We wish her the best life has to offer. Continue Reading >

Multiply Your Library Support With A Matching Gift

Your San Diego Public Library Foundation support could be multiplied. Many local companies match employees' charitable giving. Some companies even match gifts made by retirees and spouses. Ask your personnel department about your company's matching program, and double your investment in library programs, materials and technology. For more information, contact Kymberly Mueller at 619-238-6641 or at [email protected]. Continue Reading >

Creating a Legacy of Learning Can Cost You Nothing Today

You can create a legacy of literacy and lifetime learning by including a San Diego Public Library Foundation gift in your will or trust. These gifts are easy to set up, and allow you to make an impact while keeping full use of your assets during your lifetime. Those who make these plans are invited to join the Carnegie Society, which thanks members for their generosity. The Library Foundation is getting ready for the 2018 Carnegie Society Tea and... Continue Reading >