SD Libraries Will Lose Funding in 2026
Negotiations are still underway before the City of San Diego's final 2025-26 fiscal year budget is voted on June 10. 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 and Monday, but will allow programs and services to remain the same Tuesday-Saturday. Homework Help at...
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A quick reference for youth special events and recurring activities through the end of the year:
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.
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,...
Take a trip through American history with professional musician Craig Newton! You will hear popular songs from different eras on a wide variety of instruments, such as the guitar, the harmonica, the tin whistle, the mandolin, the fiddle, the banjo, and more! Join us to find out how many instruments Mr. Craig can play! All ages.
View flyer: Craig Newton 
Join us for a special story time in which the children help act out the story! We will be presenting the beloved picture book Red Riding Hood, by James Marshall. Kids will love becoming storybook characters and participating in this interactive event! All ages. A fun way for kids to build confidence and oral skills!
View flyer: Literature Comes to Life 
An interactive show with handmade puppets & live singing! The timeless lesson that hard work pays off comes to life with original songs and beautiful puppets. While two pigs are content to take the easy route, their pigheadedness could spell trouble when the Big Bad Wolf comes knocking. Will the third little pig have the inventiveness to save the day? All ages.
View Flyer: Three Little Pigs 
Join us for a fun and interactive storytelling program with Ms. Ina, the Sunshine Storyteller. Ina’s shows weave international tales, movement, and songs to take you on a magical carpet ride of story fun. So get ready to laugh, sing, and spread your wings with Ina, the Sunshine Storyteller! All ages. “When Ina tells a story, you feel like you’re really there!”
View flyer: Ina the Sunshine Storyteller 
To wrap up our summer reading program, we will use fire, foam, and music to explore the difference between physical and chemical reactions. This is your chance to learn about endothermic and exothermic reactions in a thrilling, action-packed show. Sure to impress young scientists! An interactive show that is both fun and educational! All ages.
View Flyer: Mad Science 