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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Library Book Club

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  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. View Fall 2025 book list (September-December)   Continue Reading

THANK YOU for your Memberships and Donations

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,... Continue Reading

Spring Into STEAM, Library NExT Courses: Register now!

Library NExT (Network of Education x Training) is now part of the DiscoverU program. With DiscoverU, the San Diego Public Library encourages youth (grades 3-12) and emerging adults (ages 18-25) to explore their interests and achieve their highest potential. Workshops cover STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) concepts, college readiness, career preparation and life skills. Working with partners and other community organizations, Discover U offers a mix of in-person and virtual programming, including college information sessions, engineering activities, camps for entrepreneurs-in-training,... Continue Reading >

Art Shows & Reception Schedule

Artist Receptions are held on the 3rd Saturday of the month, noon-2 p.m., in the Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery, unless otherwise noted.

  • July 2 - August 30 (Reception – July 19) Luz Shepard and Elsa Orozco Toops (Read more)
  • September 3 – November 3 (Reception – Sept 20)  JoAnn Bray & Linda Morton (Read more)
  • November 5 - December 1 (Reception  - November 15) Crafter, Mallory Green  (Read more)
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2024 One Book, One San Diego Winners

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 Adult: “Know My Name: A Memoir,” by Chanel Miller Teen/Tween: “Victory. Stand! Raising My Fist for Justice,” by Tommie Smith and Derrick Barnes and illustrated by Dawud Anyabwile Children: “Barrio Rising: The Protest that Built Chicano Park,” by María Dolores Águila and illustrated by Magdalena Mora All books are available for the Spanish reader.             "All... Continue Reading >

What is OASIS?

OASIS is a national educational organization dedicated to enriching the lives of adults age 50 and older through lifelong learning, active lifestyles, and service  They offer programs in the arts, humanities, health and wellness, technology and volunteer service. Programs presented at the San Carlos Library are fully underwritten by SCFOL and are FREE to the public–if you register at the library. You may also register on line at OASIS. Registered participants will be seated before walk-ins. If there is an... Continue Reading >

THURSDAYS @ 2-5 pm: CRAFT CIRCLE

CRAFT CIRCLE: Join us on THURSDAYS @ 2:00 - 5:00 pm, in the San Carlos Branch Library's Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery for this wonderful "Just for Fun" adult activity. Bring your knitting and a friend or meet new ones.  See what others are making.  Click on Craft Circle NEW Continue Reading >