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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2024 Summer Reading Program Update

  The numbers are in for the 2024 Summer Reading Program for the San Carlos Branch.  We had 1190 registrations and 944  finishers.  Congratulations to all.  A whopping 952 youth and their families attended the 8 special summer programs offered this year at the San Carlos Branch Library. Thank you all for your attendance.  See you again next year. Continue Reading >

NOVEMBER 13: SCFOL General Membership Meeting

This year’s annual SCFOL General Membership meeting will be held Wednesday, November 13, 2024 from 4:00-5:30 pm, in the San Carlos Branch Library’s Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery.  All SCFOL members are invited to attend. Find out what's happening in 2025 at the San Carlos Branch Library. The agenda will include: SCFOL President Bill Bischoff: Introduction of guests, new 2024 SCFOL Life Members  (Sandi Calabough Sue Dennis,  and Lisa King), and speaker. SPEAKER: Past President of SCFOL & FSDPL,... Continue Reading >

2024 One-Book-One-San Diego

  The winning authors and titles for the KPBS 2024 One Book, One San Diego were announced August 17, by KPBS.  Click One Book, One San Diego for details. Winners are: "“Know My Name: A Memoir,” by Chanel Miller has been chosen for adult readers; “Victory. Stand! Raising My Fist for Justice,” by Tommie Smith and Derrick Barnes and illustrated by Dawud Anyabwile for teens and tweens; and “Barrio Rising: The Protest that Built Chicano Park,” by María Dolores Águila and illustrated... Continue Reading >

JUNE 1-AUGUST 31: Summer Reading Program

HURRY:  You only have until August 31 to register, record your summer reading, and collect your prizes--available only while supplies last. Click REGISTRATION Read, Renew, Repeat during the Summer Reading Program! People of all ages are encouraged to participate in this conservation-focused event aimed at protecting, maintaining, and restoring the city's diverse habitats, ecosystems, wildlife, and natural resources. Complete a combination of 10 books, hours of reading or activities to claim your prizes. For more details, click Summer Children's Events 2024.  ... Continue Reading >

Do Your Homework @ the Library

DYHL Got HOMEWORK? Do it at the library, Mon Thurs: 3-6 pm Age Group:  Homework help is free to students (Grades K-8). Please email [email protected] for information about the Homework Help-Fall 2024 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 provide assistance and guide you through your school assignments. You will have access to learning... Continue Reading >