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Union-Tribune language columnist and International Punster of the Year Richard Lederer will perform a program of history, lore, jokes, puns, and funny verse about Halloween. Dr. Lederer will also welcome your questions about the English language and will be signing his books at the event.
View flyer: Richard Lederer: A Treasury of Halloween Humor
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Library System Update:
Starting September 15, 2025, San Carlos Branch Library will be CLOSED on Mondays. The weekly schedule will be as follows:
Tuesday: 11:30 AM - 8 PM
Wednesday-Saturday: 9:30 AM - 6 PM
Closed Sundays and Mondays.
There are 17 branches which will remain open on Mondays. Please see the flyer below for details.
Announcement: List of Libraries open on Mondays
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Ever wonder what specifically the revenue from your SCFOL membership dues and SCFOL Used Book Sale purchases buy? In August at the SCBL, they were used to support and bring you the following programs at the SCBL... Continue Reading >
We’re excited to announce that San Carlos Branch Friends of the Library is now on Instagram!
Follow us @sancarlosfriendsofthelibrary for an additional way to stay connected with all things happening at the library.
We’ll be sharing:
Event reminders & updates
Photos from around the library
Fun facts, library news, and more!
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Join us for fun and engaging STEM presentations and projects at the library!
On the third Tuesday of the month from 4:00-5:00, elementary and middle school students will work on a variety of science and math activities. This program is hosted by the Patrick Henry High School Junior Innovators Club with materials funded by SCFOL.
Upcoming Dates:
October 21 - Robotics
November 18 - Oceanography
December 16 - TBD
View Flyer: Junior Innovators STEM Club October - December
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