http://www.sdcl.org/ San Diego County Library News! en-us 27 Jul 2009 16:00:00 PST 29 Jul 2009 13:00:00 PST http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Weblog Editor 2.0 polly.cipparrone@sdcounty.ca.gov (Polly Cipparrone) polly.cipparrone@sdcounty.ca.gov (Polly Cipparrone) 100 40 http://www.sdcl.org/ http://www.sdcounty.ca.gov/library/media/logo.gif http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-08-30b On Sunday, September 12, at 2 p.m., Gregory Harris, author of "Italy on Two Cappuccinos: A Year Traveling in Italy, France, and Switzerland," will be speaking at the Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Dr. Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-08-30b http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-08-30 On Wednesday, September 15, at 6 p.m., the Imperial Beach library is hosting local musician Joe Rathburn for a free acoustic concert. All ages are invited to the library, located at 810 Imperial Beach Blvd, for this event. Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-08-30 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-08-23 On October 9 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., the Encinitas library is hosting the San Diego County Library Book Festival. The all-ages event will host popular authors, discussion panels, free entertainment and activities, as well as local food vendors. Mon, 23 Aug 2010 16:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-08-23 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-08-19b On August 31 at 6 p.m., the Casa de Oro library, located at 9805 Campo Rd #180, will be hosting a citizenship workshop in coalition with the Housing Opportunities Collaborative (HOC). This workshop is free and will cover a variety of topics relating to becoming a citizen of the United States as well as informing people of their rights during the citizenship process. Thu, 19 Aug 2010 16:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-08-19b http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-08-19 This fall, three San Diego County Library locations are hosting free concerts featuring Peter Sprague, award-winning local musician and composer. Sprague will be playing solo guitar in the jazz, Brazilian, and Americana traditions. Thu, 19 Aug 2010 16:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-08-19 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-08-17 On August 27, the Encinitas Community Library, located at 540 Cornish Drive, is hosting a Customer Appreciation Open House that includes an opportunity to meet San Diego County Library Director, José Aponte. The Open House also features an Around the World Snack Buffet and events sponsored by The Friends of the Encinitas Library. Tue, 17 Aug 2010 16:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-08-17 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-08-09 San Diego County Library is teaming up with MiraCosta College to offer a series of environmental seminars at libraries this summer. These informative lectures are free to the community and open to all ages. Mon, 09 Aug 2010 13:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-08-09 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-08-02 As the roof goes up on the new Ramona Branch of San Diego County Library, the local community can finally see a dream becoming reality. The new library is now halfway finished, with an estimated completion date of early 2011. Boasting 21,000 square feet, the new library will be four times the size of the previous facility and provide the community with greater access to library services. Mon, 02 Aug 2010 16:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-08-02 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-07-21 The Lemon Grove Branch of San Diego County Library is teaming up with Southwestern College Small Business Development Center and Center for International Trade Development to present a two-night Business Basics Boot Camp seminar. Taking place August 3 and 4 from 6-8 p.m. at the Lemon Grove Library, 8073 Broadway, these free informational courses are designed for existing business owners or those interested in self-employment. Registration is required, contact library staff at (619) 463-9819 to sign up. Wed, 21 Jul 2010 16:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-07-21 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-07-19b From July 1 through September 15, authors of all ages can sign up to win big through writing about San Diego County Library branches. This annual essay contest is sponsored by Library Friends of San Diego County (LFSDC) and gives monetary prizes to the top three essays written in each age group: children, teens, and adults. This year's topic is, "The Best Thing About My Library Is...," giving customers the opportunity to share their opinion on library services while entering to win a prize. Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-07-19b http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-07-19 County teens are changing lives and earning course credit by volunteering at the San Diego County Library. The Service Learner program teaches teens the value of libraries while giving behind-the-scenes experience and the opportunity to take part in life changing programs. Benny Garcia, a recent Service Learner at the San Marcos Branch, reflects on his volunteer experience saying, "It felt like a real job. I felt like part of the staff, not just a helper." Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-07-19 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-07-01 Five San Diego County Library branches are hosting free eBay workshops in July, providing customers with the tools and knowledge needed to successfully sell items online. These workshops are taught by Shari Smith, a Certified Education Specialist trained by eBay and Gold Level Powerseller. Thu, 01 Jul 2010 16:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-07-01 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-06-21b On June 10 San Diego County Library reached a national library milestone of checking out over ten million items in one fiscal year. This statistic includes check outs and renewals of book, movies, music, and other library materials. This increase is a jump from the 2008-2009 fiscal year circulation statistics of eight million items. Mon, 21 Jun 2010 13:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-06-21b http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-06-21 Come enjoy free summer concerts at your local library. San Diego County Library is hosting an Acoustic Showcase series featuring two local musicians each month. These concerts are free of charge, open to all ages, and are sponsored by local Friends of the Library groups. Mon, 21 Jun 2010 13:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-06-21 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-06-14c San Diego County Library is hosting three Battle of the Bands events this summer and teen bands can sign up to be considered from now until June 25. These competitions are open to teens ages 12-18, and each band must submit an application form, available on the Teen Lounge page, with a demo to San Diego County Library. Teens can submit their packet to one of the branch locations hosting the event, to the administrative center located at 5555 Overland Ave, San Diego, CA 92123, or via email to Jennifer.Lawson1@sdcounty.ca.gov. The first, second, and third place winners of each competition will win a paid gig at the library, and recording time sponsored by a local recording studio. Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-06-14c http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-06-14b Starting June 14, free museum passes have been added to the variety of items available for check out at San Diego County Library. Customers can now use their library card to check out a free one-day family museum pass at the San Marcos Branch, located at 2 Civic Center Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069. Participating museums include the Birch Aquarium, the California Surf Museum, the Museum of Making Music and the Oceanside Museum of Art. This initiative is being funded by the Friends of the San Marcos Library and a group of local sponsors. Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-06-14b http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-06-14 San Diego County Library's annual Summer Reading Club is kicking off on June 14 and running through August 8, with sign-ups available at the library or at www.sdcl.org. This year's theme is water, and all ages are invited to join by reading, winning prizes, and enjoying fun library programs. Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-06-14 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-06-09 Come enjoy the music of Charles Johnson at the Santee Branch Library, located at 9225 Carlton Hills Blvd #17, on Saturday, June 19 at 10:30 a.m. Johnson performs for families regularly, as his cowboy songs, sea chanteys, and railroad tunes are enjoyed by all ages. This concert is free of charge and is part of the San Diego County Library's Acoustic Showcase series, going on monthly countywide. Wed, 09 Jun 2010 16:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-06-09 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-06-07b The Solana Beach and Encinitas branches of San Diego County Library are hosting blood drives this summer to help out local San Diego residents in need. The libraries are teaming up with the Red Cross to offer the drives which will take place at the Solana Beach branch, located at 157 Stevens Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075 on June 29 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the Encinitas branch, located at 540 Cornish Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024 on July 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon, 07 Jun 2010 10:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-06-07b http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-06-07 San Diego County Library's annual Summer Reading Club is kicking off on June 14 and running through August 8, with signups starting June 1 at www.sdcl.org. This year's theme is water, and all ages are invited to join by reading, winning prizes, and enjoying fun library programs. Mon, 07 Jun 2010 10:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-06-07 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-05-17 The Lemon Grove branch of San Diego County Library is hosting a free Summer Camp program beginning on June 21, which seeks to provide visually impaired and physically disabled teenagers with independent living skills while also having fun at the library. The camp runs from June 21 through August 11. Registration is required and is available starting May 17 by calling or visiting the branch, located at 8073 Broadway, Lemon Grove, CA 91945. Mon, 17 May 2010 10:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-05-17 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-05-12 On May 30, Jewish Klezmer musicians Alexander Gourevitch and Freilachs will be putting on a free concert at two branches of San Diego County Library. At 1:30 p.m. the concert will take place at the Encinitas library, located at 540 Cornish Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024. At 3:30 p.m. the concert will be held at the Vista library, located at 700 Eucalyptus Ave, Vista, CA 92084. Wed, 12 May 2010 13:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-05-12 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-05-11 The Lemon Grove Library, located at 8073 Broadway, Lemon Grove, CA 91945, is hosting a Pride Celebration on July 10 from 12-3 p.m. This festival is celebrating the local literature, music, dancing, and more that contributes to the rich culture of San Diego. Tue, 11 May 2010 16:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-05-11 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-05-06b The San Marcos library is hosting a book signing and discussion with Richelle Mead, author of the popular young adult series Vampire Academy. On May 19 at 6 p.m., Mead will be speaking and signing copies of her books at the library, located at 2 Civic Center Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069. Books will be available for purchase, and vampire-related snacks and activities will also be provided. Thu, 06 May 2010 16:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-05-06b http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-05-03 May is Older Americans Month and San Diego County Library is hosting a variety of programs with local seniors in mind. All San Diego County Library branches are doing something special for older Americans this month, and the topics range from healthcare assistance to cooking classes. Mon, 03 May 2010 16:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-05-03 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-04-29 The El Cajon Branch of the San Diego County Library, 201 E. Douglas Av, will close for parts of two days for recarpeting, from Friday, May 14, at 12 noon until Saturday, May 15, at 12 noon. The library will open at its regular time on May 14 at 9:30 a.m., and open from noon until 5 p.m. on May 15. During this time, the book return bins will remain open on the Lexington Av side of the branch. For customer convenience, due dates of any items with seven-day checkouts will be extended until Monday, May 17. Any other items that are due on May 14-15 will not accrue fines. Reserve item pick-up dates will also be extended by two days. For questions, please call the library at (619) 588-3718. Thu, 29 Apr 2010 10:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-04-29 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-04-19 "One More Time," a San Diego barbershop quartet, will perform at the El Cajon Library, 201 E. Douglas Av, on Sunday, April 25, at 2 p.m. The concert will be free of charge and open to the public. Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-04-19 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-04-15 The La Mesa Library is hosting a book signing and discussion with John Green and David Levithan, co-authors of the young adult book Will Grayson, Will Grayson, on April 23 at 6 p.m. Green and Levithan will host a discussion of their work, and then sign copies, which will also be available for purchase at the event. Thu, 15 Apr 2010 10:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-04-15 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-04-05 The San Diego County Library is celebrating National Library Month by encouraging local communities to speak up and show how they thrive at the library. Through the submission of pictures of customers enjoying library services, personal storytelling with The People's Post and a tribute to library workers making a difference, the San Diego community is encouraged to tell their story. Mon, 5 Apr 2010 14:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-04-05 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-03-25 The Solana Beach Library is unveiling its newest artistic contribution, a library mosaic created by renowned local artist Christie Beniston and inspired by the illustrations of Pura Belpré winner Rafael Lopez. Paid for by donations from Pam Slater-Price and the County Board of Supervisors along with the Friends of the Solana Beach Library, the mural adorns the entry to the Solana Beach Library, located at 157 Stevens Avenue, Solana Beach, CA 92075. Thu, 25 Mar 2010 17:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-03-25 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-03-18 The Vista Library is making the dream of prom possible for local young ladies by collecting gently used formal gowns to be gifted in their Gown Giveaway. From March 1 until April 10, donations of dresses purchased in the past four years that are in good condition are being accepted at the Vista Library, located at 700 Eucalyptus Avenue, Vista, CA 92084. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 17:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-03-18 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-01-28 The Cardiff-by-the-Sea Branch of the San Diego County Library, 2081 Newcastle Av, has changed its open hours temporarily to accommodate interior renovation. For the next two to three weeks, the following will be the library's hours: Monday - Friday, 11:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. The Friends Bookstore's hours will also coincide with the temporary open hours of the library. For further details call the library at (760) 753-4027. Mon, 1 Feb 2010 17:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2010-01-28 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-12-17 San Diego County Library Director José Aponte was named California Library Association (CLA) Member of the Year in November at the annual CLA conference in Pasadena. The award was given for "exemplary leadership, dedication and commitment to the vision of the California Library Association." Aponte has been a CLA member for 19 years. Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-12-17 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-11-12 More than a thousand homeowners, most in the process of foreclosure or facing the prospect of it, have turned to the San Diego County Library to seek help with their plight. The County Library has partnered with the Housing Opportunities Collaborative (HOC) for the past year to provide free counseling to the public at a monthly series of Home Clinics. The next clinic will be held at the Mountain Empire High School, 3305 Buckman Springs Rd, in Pine Valley, on Saturday, November 21 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Staff from the Campo, Descanso, Jacumba, Pine Valley and Potrero libraries will assist. Registration is required; please visit sdcl.org for details. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 11:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-11-12 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-11-09 The Encinitas Branch Library, 540 Cornish Drive, will host a "Nerdfighter Gathering" on Sunday, November 15, from 6 to 8 p.m. The popular event for teens will feature Hank Green, co-creator (with his brother, Young Adult author John Green) of the Nerdfighters. Whether the topic of the day is the renaissance of young adult literature or the power of online communities, Hank Green is known as a wildly entertaining professional blogger. The event is free of charge and open to the public. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-11-09 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-10-26 Beginning November 9, the Encinitas Library will host The Job Café, a free ongoing program in support of community job seekers. The Job Café, Professional Job Seekers Network, will meet on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month from 9:30-11:00 a.m. at the Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Hosted by professional career consultant and job coach Simona Cherlin, The Job Café provides networking opportunities as well as advice on a wealth of other techniques for success. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-10-26 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-10-21 County leaders, colleagues and community residents will gather Saturday, November 7 to celebrate the memory of popular Lincoln Acres library worker José Luis Rodriguez, who was slain in 2007 in a crime spree that remains unsolved. The second annual "Celebration of Life" for Rodriguez will be held from noon to 3 p.m. at the library at 2725 Granger Avenue in Lincoln Acres. The public is invited to the free event. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-10-21 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-10-05 The San Diego County Library is motoring forward with a dedication ceremony for its new North County Bookmobile on Thursday, October 15, at 11 a.m., at its regularly scheduled stop in the parking lot of the Foothill Oak Elementary School, 1370 Oak Drive, in Vista. County Supervisor Bill Horn will officiate along with County Library Director José Aponte. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 14:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-10-05 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-09-29b The San Diego County Library will host its first book festival, Page One: Celebration of the Written Word, from Friday, October 16, through Sunday, October 18, in five library sites system-wide. The festival will feature nationally-known, best selling authors such as Joseph Wambaugh, Victor Villaseñor, Susan Vreeland, Jesse Kellerman, David Brin, Richard Lederer and Byrd Baylor, as well as moe than 60 other published authors, such as Sue Ann Jaffarian, Denise Hamilton, Steve Gray, Rafael Lopez, Laura Preble and Kathi Diamant. The weekend-long event will include author talks, panel presentations covering a variety of book genres, receptions and book signings in the Bonita-Sunnyside, Encinitas, Poway and Vista libraries, as well as the County Administration Center. The event is free of charge and the public is invited. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 17:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-09-29b http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-09-29a Area teens will read for the fun of it as the San Diego County Library celebrates Teen Read Week, October 18 - 24. The County Library joins thousands of other libraries, schools and bookstores across the country who are encouraging teens to celebrate this year's theme, "Read Beyond Reality @ Your Library." All 33 library branches will host events following the theme. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 17:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-09-29a http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-09-28b The San Diego County Library will host workshops in a number of its branches to commemorate National Financial Planning Week, October 5-11. The week, established by the national Financial Planning Association, has a goal of helping increase financial literacy in the nation and teaching individuals to make more educated and responsible financial decisions. Topics of the free presentations range from "Raising Financially Responsible Children" to "Financial Fire Drill." Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-09-28b http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-09-28a The Poway Branch of the San Diego County Library, 13137 Poway Rd, will host a panel presentation and information fair on the topic, "Surviving Hard Times," Tuesday, October 6, from 1-2:30 p.m. A variety of experts will speak on the subjects of foreclosure, bankruptcy, trends in the job market, emergency planning and stress management. Career counselor Janet McAfee will facilitate the panel discussion. The event is free of charge and open to the public. The audience will have an opportunity to ask questions of the panelists, as well as visit the information fair, where other agencies and organizations will be on hand to provide information on the topics discussed. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:30 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-09-28a http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-09-21 The Fallbrook Branch of the San Diego County Library will hold a groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, September 30, at 10 a.m., on the property of the current facility at the corner of West Alvarado Street and South Mission Road. Fifth District County Supervisor Bill Horn and County Library Director José Aponte will be on hand to officially break ground, along with the Friends of the Fallbrook Library and officials from the design-build team. Starting Tuesday, Sept. 22, the Fallbrook Library will be open in its temporary location at 113 South Main Avenue. Hours will be expanded at the temporary site as follows: Monday, Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday, 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Friday, Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; and Sunday, 12 noon - 5 p.m. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:00 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-09-21 http://www.sdcounty.ca.gov/Portal/News/Sep09/090909petfooddrive.html Local critters in need could be getting a care package soon, courtesy of the San Diego County Library's pet food drive. The summer program yielded 2009 pounds of dry cat and dog food; 1,042 cans of dog and cat food; 31 pounds of food for other animals, including rats, birds, rabbits and hamsters; 101 pounds of dog treats; and 83 other pet items including shampoo, collars and carriers. Tue, 15 Sep 2009 17:00 PST http://www.sdcounty.ca.gov/Portal/News/Sep09/090909petfooddrive.html http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-09-15 Free seasonal flu shots (for adults 18 years and older) will be offered at the Community Flu Shot Clinic and Meet the Pharmacist Event being held Friday, Sept. 25 at the Martin Luther King Community Center. The community center is located at 6401 Skyline Drive, San Diego, 92114. The clinic will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Note: The Pandemic H1N1 Vaccine will not be offered at this event. Tue, 15 Sep 2009 17:00 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-09-15 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-09-08 The San Diego County Library got a boost with a little help from its Friends. The Friends of the Solana Beach Library donated $20,000 to the County Library to be used to purchase books and other materials. To enhance the buying power, the County Library's Matching Funds Program will double the donation. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 14:00 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-09-08 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-08-31 The El Cajon Branch of the San Diego County Library, 201 E. Douglas Av, will launch a new series of public programs called "Second Saturdays at El Cajon," with popular singer-songwriter Mary Dolan kicking off the first event on Saturday, September 12, at 2:30 p.m. The series, which is free of charge, is set for the second Saturday of each month, at the same time, and will feature an eclectic blend of dynamic performers, as well as informative and entertaining presentations. For more information about the El Cajon Library's events, check the online calendar at www.sdcl.org or call the branch at (619) 588-3718. Mon, 31 Aug 2009 14:00 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-08-31 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-08-26 The Spring Valley Branch of the San Diego County Library, 836 Kempton Street, will host its fourth annual fiesta in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month on Saturday, September 19, from noon - 3 p.m. The fiesta will feature a visit by best selling author Victor Villaseñor and guest speaker Lucky "Two Tears" Morales. Another highlight of the event will be a low rider car exhibit from Amigos Car Club, artwork on display by Salvador Barajas, along with entertainment, a community information fair, refreshments, children's activities, prizes, and much more. The event is free of charge and the public is invited. Wed, 26 Aug 2009 16:00 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-08-26 http://www.calhum.org/myplace/nationalCity/nationalCity_index.htm Teens at the Lincoln Acres Library participated in a state-wide photography project to document their community. Check out their photos! Mon, 24 Aug 2009 14:00 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-08-24 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-08-20 San Diego County Library customers can now use the automated Telephone Renewal System to renew items, verify late fees, and verify checked-out items by name or barcode. This service is available for customers to utilize during and after business hours. To use the system, dial (858) 694-2414 or (858) 514-4765, then choose Option 1, Option 2 and Option 1. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 16:00 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-08-20 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-08-10b Meet San Diego's premier women's soccer team, the SeaLions, at the Spring Valley Library. The team will talk with the audience and read a story on Thursday, September 3 in two sessions: 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. For more information, please call the library at (619) 463-3006. Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:00 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-08-10b http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-08-10a To give customers quicker access to the library's music CDs, the loan period will change to 7 days, effective September 1. Please return or renew materials by the due date on your receipt. Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:00 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-08-10a http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-07-27 L.E.A.R.N., the San Diego County Library's adult literacy services, in partnership with the Laubach Literacy Council, will host English as a Second Language (ESL) Tutor Trainings for volunteers interested in helping immigrants from around the globe learn to speak English. The two-part training will be held on consecutive Saturdays, August 22 and 29, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the community room of the Poway Library, 13137 Poway Rd. Attendance at both sessions is required. No experience is required and volunteer tutors are needed immediately. Opportunities are available in library branches and other sites countywide. For more information or to register, please contact Dr. Charles Ross at (619) 442-1481 or e-mail intgallery@aol.com; or Arlene Atkinson at (619) 441-8863 or e-mail Arlene@rfatkinson.com. Mon, 27 Jul 2009 16:00 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-07-27 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-07-20 The Library Friends of San Diego County (LFSDC) have launched their annual County-wide essay contest, which will run through Saturday, September 12. The 2009 theme is "Libraries - For Readers Only?" Age divisions in the contest are Adults, Teens and Children. Entries must be 500 words or less, typed and printed, preferably double-spaced and single-sided. Prizes in each division are as follows: First Place: $100; Second Place: $50; and Third Place: $25. Entry forms are available at the 33 County Library branches and two mobile libraries, as well as the Library's web site. Mon, 20 Jul 2009 10:00 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-07-20 http://www.serve.gov/ Serve.gov is an online resource for finding volunteer opportunities in your community, as well as creating your own. Please visit the Serve.gov web site for details. Wed, 15 Jul 2009 12:00 PST http://www.serve.gov/ http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-07-09 The San Diego County Library reached a milestone in June by surpassing the eight million mark in annual materials circulation for the first time in its 96-year existence. A total of 8,311,125 items were checked out between July 1, 2008 and June 30, 2009. The new figure shows a 25% leap over last year's 6.6 million. A comparison of June, 2009, circulation against the previous June shows a 36% jump, making this June by far the busiest month in San Diego County Library history. Thu, 09 Jul 2009 16:00 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-07-09 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-07-07 The San Diego County Library has been awarded a prestigious The Big Read Grant of $20,000 to host a county-wide reading of John Steinbeck's "The Grapes of Wrath" between February 1 and March 13, 2010. The Big Read is an initiative of the National Endowment of the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and Arts Midwest designed to encourage reading for pleasure and enlightenment. The program brings communities together to read, discuss and celebrate one of 30 selections from U.S. and world literature. A portion of the grant funds will be used to purchase multiple copies of the book to supplement the library collection. The library will offer the reading program system-wide to the more than one million residents of its service area, along with a wide variety of accompanying events for all ages, including movie screenings, music performances, photo exhibits, housing and employment clinics, book discussion sessions, a commemoration of John Steinbeck's birthday, and more. Tue, 07 Jul 2009 14:00 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-07-07 http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-06-08 The San Diego County Library will launch its annual Summer Reading Clubs and Programs in June at its 33 branches and two mobile libraries. Children, teens, adults, and even babies, can spend the summer reading (and being read to) for pleasure and prizes. Participants can read books, magazines, graphic novels or even listen to audio books. Children and adults can "Be Creative @ Your Library" and for teens, the theme is "Express Yourself @ Your Library!" The program at most branches will begin in mid-June and continue until early August. Mon, 08 Jun 2009 12:00 PST http://www.sdcl.org/news.html#2009-06-08