Friends of San Diego Central Library

07/10/2024

Join us for this exclusive event, sponsored by the Friend's of Central Library,* exploring the creative connection between lovers of the Sea and writers of Poetry and Prose. San Diego Poetry Annual's Michael Klam, himself a lifelong surfer and poet/artist, will lead a conversation with some of San Diego's most creative surfers, poets and creatives of the written and spoken word.

Following the conversation will be a limited Open Mic (3 min) where audience members can share their take on the influence and inspiration they draw from the sea.

07/08/2024

We’re partnering with the San Diego Writers and Editors Guild for the July Author(s) of the Month event. Join us on Tuesday, July 16, 6:00pm in the 1st floor courtyard featuring New Beginnings. Register at https://SanDiego.librarymarket.com/event/author-month-281856

06/11/2024

Central Library is offering excellent programming and lunches for youth throughout the summer

School is over and summer is IN! All over town, youth 0-18 are invited to come and eat weekday lunch at select libraries, parks, community centers and more now through August 2.

So come over for lunch at San Diego Central Library, College - Rolando Library and Skyline Hills Library! Food will be served from 12 - 1 p.m. No library card or ID required.

For location details, dates and more: mysdpl.org/summerlunch

San Diego Public Library is proud to work withCity of San Diego Parks and Rec, San Diego Unified School District and other community partners to bring FREE summer lunch to kids. Lunchtime includes fun activities, crafts, performances and plenty of community resources and information to share with families. Some locations will also be serving breakfast!

Funding for this program is provided by the State of California.

06/08/2024

Happening now and until 2pm today…let’s knit!

Today is Worldwide Knit and Crochet in Public Day! invites everyone to join in at Central Library today between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. in the lobby.

Bring your works in progress, learn the basics from knitting and crocheting aficionados, try one of our simple crafts or just relax to the sounds of knitting needles 😁

But we’re not the only library participating! Head out to Logan Heights Library, Pacific Beach Library, Rancho Peñasquitos Library and Rancho Bernardo Branch Library and have fun!

For upcoming knitting programs at the library, take a look at our schedule: mysdpl.org/knittingevents

06/03/2024

Time to read! Registration is now open 📚📖📚📖

June heralds the return of the Summer Reading Program! This time around, readers of all ages are encouraged to read, renew, repeat for a conservation-focused summer!

June through August, participants may complete any combination of 10 books, 10 reading hours or10 activity badges to earn some awesome prizes, while supplies last.

Register now: sandiego.gov/summerreading

PLUS, we're shifting into high gear with SRP Kick-Off Parties all over San Diego Public Library. These kick-off parties may include fun activities, special performances, crafts, book giveaways and so much more. Check out the "special events" tab on the SRP website and scroll down for details.

05/30/2024

Father’s Day is June 16…pick up a gift for the dad in your life at the Friends Bookstore located in the lobby of the Central Library!

05/29/2024

Registration for the summer reading program opens June 1 📚

Visit this site to register:

With its great weather, miles of sandy beaches, and major attractions, San Diego is known worldwide as one of the best tourist destinations and a great place for residents to relax year round.