San Carlos Branch Library
619-527-3430
7265 Jackson Dr
San Diego, CA 92119
Registration for the summer reading program begins on June 1! Participants can read books and complete activities to win prizes. Read more and register here! As part of the summer reading program, the following events will be happening at San Carlos Branch Library this summer.
All events are from 10:30-11:15. Continue Reading >
Introducing Sarah Rowland Calahan, SCFOL’s New Art Show Chair, 2025
When the Rowland Calahan family joined SCFOL this spring, Sarah immediately expressed her interest in supporting SCFOL and the San Carlos Branch Library with her knowledge of art. It is with our great pleasure that she accepted the SCFOL Art Chair position, previously held, since 2014, by our fabulous Barbara Stewart who recently retired.
An artist herself, Sarah has been a part of the art world for many years and earned... Continue Reading >
Bob Plaisted was elected to the San Carlos Friends of the Library Board of Directors in July of 2024 to take over the responsibilities of Treasurer. Jerry Hotz faithfully served SCFOL as Treasurer since December 2005, following his retirement as a CPA Partner of Considine & Considine. Hotz is continuing to serve as a Board Member and Members-only Book Sale volunteer.
Robert (Bob) Plaisted is a San Diego native who grew up in Allied Gardens. He graduated from Patrick Henry... Continue Reading >
Exciting news for kids! Our library’s children’s section just got a makeover, making it even more inviting and engaging for our youngest readers. Continue Reading >
Become a member to enjoy the monthly, members' only, SCFOL Friday Pre-Book Sales. SCFOL ANNUAL Memberships are a real bargain: $5 for Seniors or Youth; $10 for one adult; $20 for a Family (dual adult). Sponsor ($50), Contributor ($100) and Patron ($1000) membership levels are always appreciated.
Individual Life Memberships are only $250. Send your check before October 30 to have your name added next November to our Honor Wall. Since SCFOL's founding in 1982, 157 individuals have become SCFOL Life-Members. Their... Continue Reading >
Welcome to the San Carlos Friends of the Library Website. On this site you can find the schedule of current events to be held at the San Carlos Branch Library, how to become a member of SCFOL, or how to donate your time, talent, books, or money to the library. Read more »