New Neighborhood Library Opens in Pacific Highlands Ranch

November 9, 2024, 12:54 pm

Mayor Todd Gloria joined City Council President Pro Tem Joe LaCava, City staff and hundreds of community members today to celebrate the grand opening of the Pacific Highlands Ranch Library. The library is the 37th location in the San Diego Public Library (SDPL) system and will serve the growing… Read more about New Neighborhood Library Opens in Pacific Highlands Ranch

City of San Diego Celebrates Veterans with Limited-Edition Library Card

November 1, 2024, 2:31 pm

Honoring those who have served in the Armed Forces, the San Diego Public Library (SDPL) is offering patrons a new veteran-themed library card and programs for kids and adults through the month of November. Library locations will also offer an opportunity for community members to honor the veterans… Read more about City of San Diego Celebrates Veterans with Limited-Edition Library Card

Day in the Life: An IDEA Lab Librarian

August 22, 2024, 2:03 pm

The IDEA Lab at the San Diego Public Library provides a space where patrons can learn to make creative projects through a DIY approach, direct experimentation and from each other. Read more about Day in the Life: An IDEA Lab Librarian

Zap! Pow! San Diego Public Library’s Comic-Con Lineup is Packed with Superhero Power

July 24, 2024, 2:44 pm

The San Diego Public Library (SDPL) has something for everyone during Comic-Con 2024. Comic fans can pick up a limited-edition SDPL library card, create a superhero craft or a graphic novel journal, and fix any costume emergencies at the SDPL cosplay repair station. Read more about Zap! Pow! San Diego Public Library’s Comic-Con Lineup is Packed with Superhero Power

Renew a Love of Reading with the San Diego Public Library’s Summer Reading Program

May 31, 2024, 9:35 am

With activities, outdoor adventures and prizes, the annual Summer Reading Program is kicking off at the San Diego Public Library this weekend. The theme of this year’s program is “Read, Renew, Repeat,” encouraging readers of all ages to learn more about protecting, maintaining and restoring… Read more about Renew a Love of Reading with the San Diego Public Library’s Summer Reading Program

San Diego Public Library Hosts Graduation Ceremony for Adult High School Diploma Program

May 21, 2024, 3:32 pm

Tomorrow the City of San Diego Public Library (SDPL) is celebrating the 2023 and 2024 graduates of the Adult High School Diploma Program with a ceremony at the Downtown Central Library. Read more about San Diego Public Library Hosts Graduation Ceremony for Adult High School Diploma Program

San Diego Approves Agreement to Add Hundreds of New Electric Vehicle Chargers

May 13, 2024, 5:37 pm

Today the San Diego City Council approved an innovative agreement to add hundreds of new electric vehicle charging stations at public facilities throughout the City, making it more accessible and convenient for residents and visitors alike to charge their vehicles when needed. Read more about San Diego Approves Agreement to Add Hundreds of New Electric Vehicle Chargers

San Diego Public Library Launches Program to Erase Library Fines and Fees for Youth

April 17, 2024, 1:04 pm

The San Diego Public Library (SDPL) is removing barriers to library access with the new Fresh Start program. As of this week, the program offers one-time fine forgiveness for patrons whose juvenile accounts have been suspended for unreturned items, allowing them full access to library… Read more about San Diego Public Library Launches Program to Erase Library Fines and Fees for Youth

Discover Something New During National Library Week at the San Diego Public Library

April 8, 2024, 3:05 pm

Celebrate National Library Week with the San Diego Public Library (SDPL). Dozens of programs are planned across all SDPL locations, including science programs for students, toddler storytimes, music performances and wellness workshops. Library Week, April 7 to 13, is an annual celebration… Read more about Discover Something New During National Library Week at the San Diego Public Library

Spring into STEAM with the San Diego Public Library

March 14, 2024, 11:40 am

Starting this weekend, the San Diego Public Library (SDPL) is launching three months of science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) programming for local youth. The theme of the 8th annual Spring into STEAM program is “Space Out!” Students can learn about distant star… Read more about Spring into STEAM with the San Diego Public Library