San Carlos Branch Library
Friends of the Library

San Carlos Branch Library
619-527-3430
7265 Jackson Dr
San Diego, CA 92119

Youth Activities Category

SDPL In-Person & Virtual Event Calendar

There are many daily EVENTS that have been scheduled by the SDPL.  Click on SDPL In-Person & Virtual Event Calendar for upcoming events.  Activities that are open to a  limited  number of  Attendees require you to register. Click on the event title, scroll down to register. When the Library sponsors or hosts an event it does not constitute an endorsement of the content or the views expressed by the participants.   Continue Reading >

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 >

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 >

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: 2024-2025 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 >

“MY FIRST LIBRARY CARD”

Children ages 0-5 can now receive their very own library card featuring “Odi the Coyote,” San Diego Public Library’s new mascot! Sign your child up for their first library card and take the first step in supporting their early literacy development and lifelong love of reading. Please bring a picture ID and address verification. More INFORMATION. Visit your neighborhood library to enroll your child and they will receive: “My First Library Card" The opportunity to take their picture in an Odi Selfie... Continue Reading >