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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SUMMER READING PROGRAM Wrap-up

The Summer Reading Program ended on August 15.  A total of 416 patrons finished and recorded their summer reading goals out of the 708, in all age groups, who signed up. Despite the inconvenience of on-going construction, 499 attended the Wednesday SRP special programs and 150 youth joined Ms. Megan in our new Process Art program which will continue during the Fall. Don't forget to pick up your prizes SOON!  The adult raffle prize winners were Amy Ranallo (2... Continue Reading >

SEPTEMBER 12: Friends of San Diego Public Library (FSDPL) General Membership Annual Meeting

Each year, the Friends of the San Diego Public Library (FSDPL) hold their annual meeting of the entire membership which includes those who are members of Friends Chapters at San Diego's Branch Libraries.  The agenda includes the election of the FSDPL Board for the coming year, and the recognition of outstanding volunteers from each branch.  This year's meeting will be held on the ninth floor of the Downtown Central Library on Saturday, September 12, from 9:30 to 12 noon. Malcolm... Continue Reading >

2015: The Latest on a NEW San Carlos Branch Library

JULY, 2015: The 40th anniversary of the San Carlos Branch Library rekindled within the community the burning question, “When will our new branch library, envisioned over twenty years ago, be built?”A group of committed citizens has been meeting for the last four months to research the answer to that question. Committee Members and area residents include April Boling (C.P.A.), Rita Glick (Branch Managing Librarian), Jerry Hotz (SCFOL Treasurer), Sue Hotz ( SCFOL Board & Publicity Chair), Michael Lugo (retired architect), Judy... Continue Reading >

Thank Your for Your Patience

  The end of construction is in sight.   We want to thank all for your patience as we worked to make our library more accessible!  We did have a successful JUNE 27 Used Book Sale.  Thanks to all of the hard sorting and selling work by our wonderful group of volunteers, and to our loyal book donating & buying patrons.  Our next book sale is scheduled for August 1. RESTROOMS: Please read the signs--the men's is now on the LEFT and... Continue Reading >

Gay Baird’s Lemon Bars

Just in time for your summer picnics. While Orlie Baird and Jim Shields were busy organizing the monthly Used Book Sales, Gay brought home-made lemon bars for the volunteers. As she promised at this year's Volunteer Appreciation Pizza Party where Judy McCarty presented her with a plaque honoring her husband,  she has graciously shared her delicious recipe with us. Thanks, Gay, for sharing. You have assured your position in the history of SCFOL volunteers. CRUST ½ c butter ¼ c confectioners’ sugar 1c... Continue Reading >