San Carlos Branch Library
619-527-3430
7265 Jackson Dr
San Diego, CA 92119
A quick reference for youth special events and recurring activities through the end of the year:
San Carlos Branch Summer Children Events 2025
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During July, the library's mascot, Odi the Coyote, is hiding inside every branch of the San Diego Public Library. If you find Odi at the San Carlos Branch Library, you can get your passport stamped, and collect a special button (supplies limited!).
Scavenger hunt participants can look for Odi during the entire month of July to claim a collection button at each SD library location. Same fun challenge, same fun prizes! Pick up your official passport at any library branch to start... Continue Reading >
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 >
On Saturday, May 17, the SCBL held its 8th Robotics Extravaganza. Over 263 people attended the show brought to you by the efforts of the San Carlos Branch Library’s Managing Librarian, David Ege as well as 10 robotics teams, Aguirretech flying drones, and the MCAS Miramar Bomb Squad. The event was sponsored by the San Carlos Friends of the Library, who provided a delicious free lunch to all attendees. Big thanks to everyone who attended to make this such a... Continue Reading >
Take a trip through American history with professional musician Craig Newton! You will hear popular songs from different eras on a wide variety of instruments, such as the guitar, the harmonica, the tin whistle, the mandolin, the fiddle, the banjo, and more! Join us to find out how many instruments Mr. Craig can play! All ages.
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Join us for a special story time in which the children help act out the story! We will be presenting the beloved picture book Red Riding Hood, by James Marshall. Kids will love becoming storybook characters and participating in this interactive event! All ages. A fun way for kids to build confidence and oral skills!
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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 »