Monday Closure

The Scripps Miramar Ranch Library is now closed on Mondays due to City budget adjustments. For a list of nearby branches that remain open on Mondays, please visit the SRFOL website.

All San Diego Public Library locations will also be closed on the following holidays:

• Tuesday, November 11 – Veterans Day
• Thursday, November 27 – Thanksgiving Day
• Friday, November 28 – Day After Thanksgiving

We appreciate your understanding and encourage you to check the SRFOL website for updates and alternative library options.

Grace’s Book Nook

Looking for great reads at unbeatable prices? Visit Grace’s Book Nook, the used bookstore inside our library—open Tuesday through Saturday during library hours. You’ll find nearly new books and media for all ages, many in gift-worthy condition—just in time for the holidays!

Don’t miss this month’s 2nd Saturday Sale on November 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Your tax-deductible donations of gently used books are always appreciated and help support our library’s programs and services.

Bilingual Storytime (English/Spanish)

Every Wednesday • 10:00–10:30 a.m.

Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers

Location: Community Room

Cover to Cover Reading Program

Now through November 15

Children may register anytime through the last day of the program.

Kamishibai Storytime in a Box

Friday, November 7 • 6:00–6:30 p.m.

Location: Community Room



Family Board Game Afternoon

Saturday, November 22 • 2:00–4:00 p.m.

Location: Children’s Area

Fun & Games for Seniors

Every Tuesday & Thursday • 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Age Group: Adults and Older Adults

Location: Community Room



Holiday Craft: How to Make a Thanksgiving Centerpiece

Tuesday, November 25 • 3:00–7:15 p.m.

Age Group: Adults

Location: Community Room

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our October celebrations — Diwali: The Festival of Lights and Halloween & Día de los Muertos!

And thank you to Robert Lanuza, Minoo Hadidi, and the entire library staff for organizing these wonderful community events. They were made possible through the generous support of our donors and dedicated volunteers, whose contributions enable the Friends of the Scripps Ranch Library to bring programs like these to life.

As we look ahead to another exciting year, we invite you to renew your membership for 2026 and continue helping the Friends support our library and its vibrant community events.

Library Closure Update



The planned closure of our library for roof and HVAC replacement—expected to last 6–8 months—has been postponed until the new year. Work on the lower parking lot, which has been on hold for the past 18 months, is anticipated to resume this month.

At our October meeting, the Book Group celebrated with a lively potluck and selected some of the titles for next year’s reading list. While members pitched their book suggestions, we enjoyed a delicious spread of hummus, cheese, chicken skewers, several salads and dips, and a homemade sweet potato pie. It’s always a favorite gathering—our potlucks never disappoint, and everyone leaves with a list of books they’re excited to read.

Since our meeting fell close to Halloween, Megan suggested we dress as literary characters, with extra points for those from books the group had read. Several members joined in the fun, and we had a great time guessing each other’s costumes.

Fourteen books were recommended—ranging from classics and Pulitzer Prize winners to historical fiction and contemporary favorites. After a vote, seven were chosen for the upcoming months. The updated reading schedule will be posted soon on the SRFOL website.

Because of the holidays, our November and December meetings will be held earlier in the month. This month, we’re reading Holidays on Ice by David Sedaris. Join the discussion on Thursday, November 13, from 12:30–2:00 p.m. in the Seminar Room—feel free to bring a brown bag lunch! New members are always welcome.

Next month’s selection is Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami, to be discussed on Thursday, December 4. Copies of both books are available at the circulation desk. When the library closes for renovation, we’ll continue meeting at the Mira Mesa Library at noon on the fourth Thursday of each month.

This month's recommendation comes from Kelly Verheyden, Supervising Librarian, Central Library

Kelly recommends: Diavola by Jennifer Thorne

“Every year the Pace family selects a destination, rents a house, and spends a week together. This year the destination is the small town of Monteperso, Italy. Anna is not looking forward to spending time with her controlling sister, Nicole, or her judgmental parents, but is excited to see her twin brother Benny. When she arrives at the villa, everything is as she expected, including her brother’s annoying boyfriend. One night, after a couple glasses of wine, Anna, Benny, and the boyfriend use a hidden key to access the villa tower, and things take a turn for the worse. It starts out small, with an infestation of....”. To read Kelly's full review, check out the October 5th, 2025 issue of The San Diego Union-Tribune.

Reviewed Book

Diavola, by Jennifer Thorne

https://sandiego.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S161C1790317

*****

Playlist

My Darling Dreadful Thing, by Johanna van Veen

https://sandiego.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S161C1802028

*****

The Eyes Are the Best Part, by Monika Kim

https://sandiego.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S161C1818428

*****

Model Home, by Rivers Solomon

https://sandiego.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S161C1836452

*****

Hidden Pictures, by Jason Rekulak

https://sandiego.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S161C1670004

Recommended Reads is an ongoing partnership with The San Diego Union-Tribune. Every other week, Behind the Desk goes in-depth on the books we recommend. Read the Sunday Paper to see our most recent reviews or view our past archive on the SDPL website: sandiego.gov/sdplreviews