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The first phase of the library parking lot expansion project is now complete and the upper lot has reopened, providing some nearby access to the library. The lower lot is closed with no access from the overflow parking area on Meanley Drive.
Parking Map and directions are here.
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Odi Button Design Finalists | |
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Winning Button Design
Thanks to all who participated in the contest. Here is the winning Odi button design for this year's Where's Odi program. Odi the coyote is the San Diego Library mascot. This winning design will be made into buttons to give out to EVERY visitor who finds Odi hidden in our library in July.
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On May 19, a large and enthusiastic audience enjoyed the spirited performance of pianist Dmitry Kirichenko and clarinetist Vladimir Goltsman playing from a variety of composers that displayed the beauty and versatility of the clarinet-piano duo. | |  |
“The Pleasure of Your Company” concert series, sponsored by SRFOL, presents the Cantare Duo, comprised of violinist Alyze Dreiling and guitarist Robert Wetzel, on Sunday, June 23, at 2:30 pm. While there is no charge, your donations are appreciated. SRFOL thanks Sharon and Garry Hays for their generous support of this concert. | | |
Summer Reading Program
Complete a combination of 10 books,
hours, or activities to claim your prizes.
Earn a badge each time you read a book, read for 1 hour or complete an activity. You can mix and match the type of badges as you see fit! Collect 10 badges and you’ll receive a prize. Bonus: Log your books, reading hours or activities and you’ll be entered into a grand prize raffle drawing.
For Readers of All Ages
Click here to register.
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Programs sponsored by SRFOL are highlighted. For complete details and updates, check our website.
- Storytime: Every Wednesday plus Thursdays, June 6 and 20, 10 am.
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Art Smarts: Thursday, June 6, 4 pm.
- Chess Club: Saturdays, June 8 and 22, 11 am – 1 pm.
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Mini Movers and Music: Mondays, June 10 and 24, 11:30 am.
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Pajama Signing Story Time: Tuesday, June 11, 6 pm.
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Craft programs with Toshwerks: Wednesdays, June 12 and 26, 4 pm. Registration required.
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Musical Instrument Introduction and Workshop: Thursday, June 13, 4 pm. Registration required.
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Amazing Dana Magician Show and Workshop: Saturday, June 15, 11 am. Registration required.
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Adventurous Architects Workshop with the Fleet Science Center: Saturday, June 15, 3 pm. Registration required.
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Pool Noodle Puppet Making Workshop: Thursday, June 20, 4 pm. Registration required.
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Michael Rayner Found Object Juggling Show and Workshop: Saturday, June 22, 11 am. Registration required.
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Beginning Sewing Workshop: Drawstring Backpack: Saturday, June 22, 3 pm. Registration required.
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Fire and Ice Science Workshop: Thursday, June 27, 4 pm. Registration required.
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Ralph's World Musical Singalong: Saturday, June 29, 11 am. Registration required.
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Beginning Robotics Workshop: KnightBot: Saturday, June 29, 3 pm. Registration required.
- Mediocre Writer's Society: Poetry: Monday, June 17, 3:30 pm (elementary), 5 pm (middle school), and 6:30 pm (high school).
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Kamishibai StoryBox Theatre: Tuesday, June 25, 6 pm.
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Beginning Rocketry Workshop: Wednesday – Friday, June 26 – 28, 3 pm. Registration required.
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Grace's Book Nook
Visit Grace’s Book Nook, the volunteer-run used bookstore in our library, open Monday through Saturday, for great bargains on gently used and nearly new books, magazines, DVDs, CDs, and more.
While you are here, pick up some duck feed to feed our resident ducks at Evan's pond.
Your tax-deductible donations of “gently used” books are always welcome and can be brought to the library’s circulation desk. Or, a staff member or volunteer can assist in transferring your boxes or bags of books into the library. At this time we are especially seeking donations of fiction and nonfiction for adults. What an easy way to support our library!
This month’s 2nd Saturday pop-up book sale is on June 8, 10 am – 2 pm.
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Mindful Meditation: Mondays at 1 pm
Fun and Games for Seniors: Tuesdays from 12:30 to 3 pm and Thursdays from 10 am
to 12 pm.
Knitting Group: Tuesdays from 12 – 2:30 pm.
Garden Share: second Saturday of the month from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
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Avoid these mistakes while selling your home: June 12 from 2 to 3 pm
Women's Health and Hormones: June 18 from 6 pm to 7 pm
Aging successfully: June 14 and 21 from 10 to 11:30 am
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Celebrate Father's Day with a Bookplate
A Bookplate is a uniquely designed label that is affixed inside the front cover of a book bearing the name of your loved one with a special dedication from you, for someone who is celebrating a Birthday,
Graduation, Father's Day, or any special occasion.
Your tax-deductible donation of $25.00 or more will not only honor them but also benefit our library and readers by adding a new book to our collection. For more information, please visit our website.
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Become a Friend
Friends of the library sponsors some amazing programs for the whole family.
During the Family Arts Project on May 15, attendees created these beautiful cherry blossoms. Please donate generously so we can continue offering these wonderful programs.
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Central Library Supervisor Monnee T. is on the list of Library Journal Movers & Shakers 2024 for her advocacy efforts! | | |
Come and check out magazines from our library. | | | |
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Short Story Contest
The winners and finalists of the SDPL short story contest were revealed at San Diego Central Library recently.
Congratulations to
Walt Besecker, “Tony and Carmella”
Barbara Javor, “Surfer Pete”
Carlos Tarrac, “The Bus Stop”
…the shortlisted authors Amber Forbes, Clare Rolens, Lawrence Philip, Lucy Zhang, Patricia Watts, Sara Wilczynska, ShuJen Walker Askew
…and everyone who participated this year!
Read this year’s top 10 short stories and learn more about the writers on the library website.
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Virtual meeting on Wednesday, June 26, 6:30 pm, to discuss "A Well Behaved Woman: A Novel of the Vanderbilts" by Therese Anne Fowler. Email for details and Zoom invitation. | |
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Kelly Verheyden, Supervising Librarian, Central Library recommends: "Black Sheep" by Rachel Harrison.
"Vesper Wright is a twenty-something with a jaded world view living a mediocre life in a large city. She grew up in a staunchly religious community (some would say a cult), but left when she was 18 and has never looked back."
To read Kelly's full review, check out the May 19, 2024 issue of the The San Diego Union-Tribune.
Check out the book here:
“Black Sheep,” by Rachel Harrison
Check out these read-alikes:
“Horrorstör,” by Grady Hendrix
“Burning Girls,” by C. J. Tudor
“The Nightmare Man,” by James Markert
Recommended Reads is an ongoing partnership with The San Diego Union-Tribune. Every other week, Behind the Desk goes in-depth on the books they recommend. Read the Sunday Paper to see their most recent reviews or view the past archive on the SDPL website.
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Maker Space Now Open at Library!
The IDEA Lab at our library is now open by appointment on Tuesdays, 1 – 4 pm. Library patrons can use one of the 3D printers or other exciting machines. 3D printer materials are funded by Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library (SRFOL). Visit our website for more information or to book an appointment.
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10301 Scripps Lake Drive
San Diego, CA 92131
858–538–8158
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