We Remember JIM SHIELDS
We are sad to report the passing of Jim Shields on September 25, 2022. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, October 15, 11:00 am, at Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Church. Jim and his family were fundamental to the organization and growth of the SCFOL Monthly Used Book Sales. He will be missed by SCFOL. Our condolences are sent to his Family and Friends.
JIM SHIELDS RESIGNS AS BOOK SALE CHAIR (2012)
Since 1992, Jim Shields, along with his wife, Pat, organized, recruited, and... Continue Reading >
Thank you to the Lake Murray Fireworks & Music Fest committee for allowing SCFOL to have a booth at the Lake Murray 4th of July Festivities, and for the wonderful fireworks, food, fun, and bands.
We also thank our SCFOL Volunteer Chair Sue Dennis who manned the booth all day and her core of volunteers who assisted visitors choose FREE kids books, learn about the design of the new San Carlos Branch Library, the Summer Reading program and... 
Dear Library Advocate,
Thanks to your advocacy efforts, we received good news on June 8, that a majority of Councilmembers called for new library investments in the FY23 May revised city budget. Read More
Library Advocates, Call to Action: Many San Diego students, K-12, rely on the SDPL's "Do Your Homework at the Library" tutors to help them with their homework and improve their grades. Read HERE why the program is in need of your help to prevent the discontinuation... 
This year, the Annual General Membership Meeting of the FSDPL will be held virtually on May 14 from 10:00 - noon. Members from all SDPL Friends chapters are invited to join in. The Friends of the San Diego Public Library Annual Meeting will include Board elections plus exciting Library and Friends updates by speakers you won't want to miss! To join us in this virtual meeting, please REGISTER before May 6.
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Get the latest news about the San Carlos Branch. This year's Annual SCFOL General Membership Meeting will be a ZOOM meeting. SCFOL Members wishing to participate must email 