City Council Approves Downtown Library Project. The City Council voted 6-2 Monday to approve the construction of a $185 million central library in downtown San Diego’s East Village

Please join us and spread the word about this momentous occasion!

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Visit SupportMyLibrary.org for more details and to support the project.

John McAllister

President
Friends of the San Diego Public Library

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We would also like to THANK Eric Chamberlin our part-time Youth Services Librarian. He has been filling in as Acting Branch Manager while we awaited the appointment of a new full time branch manager.  Eric has done a great job of wearing both hats.  We hope he will continue on as our Youth Services Librarian.  In this capacity he has enhanced the programs for our teen patrons.

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     We would like to share with you some of the programs that are brought to you through the Volunteer work and Members of the San Carlos Friends of the Library, a non-profit chapter of the Friends of the San Diego Library. 

1)  SCFOL is totally responsible for the Monthly Used Book Sales that occur on the first Saturday of every month.

2)  SCFOL underwrites the Youth Summer Reading Program at the San Carlos Library.

3)  SCFOL underwrites and judges the Annual Youth Essay Contest.

4)  SCFOL offers guest speakers on a variety of subjects on the 4th Wednesday of most months.  This year, OASIS daytime programs are being added to the mix.

5) SCFOL invites local artists to display and sell their art in the Community Room of the San Carlos Library.  A small portion of their proceeds is donated to the Library.

6)  SCFOL  supports the Library staff and the San Carlos Library building.

7)  SCFOL publishes a bi-monthly newsletter and maintain this website. The newsletter will be mailed quarterly starting with the Sept, 2010 Edition.

8)  SCFOL purchases new edition rental books for its members that are then donated to the Library’s collection.

9)  SCFOL supports all City-wide Library activities including the “One Book, One San Diego” selection.

10)  SCFOL supports the San Diego Library system through the “Mission Statement” of the Friends of the San Diego Library.

     This fiscal year, ending June 30, 2010, the San Carlos Friends of the Library spent $1245 in administrative costs, $2363 in support of our fund raising projects, and the rest of the funds have been or will be used to cover current and future needs of the library.

     In addition to the 997 hours donated by the SCFOL Board members, our member volunteers gave over 2300 hours of there time and talent to make your library even better.  That’s a total of over 3300 hours.  A big THANK YOU to all of you who work so hard.  It is really appreciated by the library staff and its patrons.

     We can always use more MEMBERS, and VOLUNTEERS especially for the book sales.  Membership fees are nominal, but help tremendously.  We are looking to double our membership this year.  If you have enjoyed any of the activities that the Friends provide, we urge you to join today.  Check out the Membership page for an application form and rates.  Volunteers may leave their name and phone # with the library staff for the SCFOL President or Membership Chair.  When considering a new piece of art for your home or office, check out the artists who have shown their works at our Library–and mention SCFOL. 

      Thank you for visiting our website and hope you continue to view us here for the latest updates on “What’s Happening” at the San Carlos Library. 

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Lloyd Morris for his special donation.

We congratulate Jean Waters on her successful Art Exhibit and thank her for her donation tothe friends.

The North University Community Chapter of the Friends of the Library for their appreciative support of SCFOL.

Artist Mildred Spiller for her contribution to the Friends.

Artist Frances Peck for her contribution to the Friends.

Donald Funderburk for his special donation.

Della Martin in memory of Robert Martin.

Sally White from the sale of her artwork in December.

Barbara F. Tracy in honor of Nancy A. Spector.

The very generous gift from the estate of the Lois Dissinger presented to SCFOL by her son, Steve Dissinger.

The Millenium Investment Club:Rhonda, Pat, Marilyn, Vicky, Suzie, Jacquline & Kathy.

Danny Yelvington in honor of the Yelvingtons.

Mrs Lorraine Rozzen in honor of Beatrice Polsky.

Don and Ramona Bush in memory of Jack & Carolyn Winer.

Joyce Wright.

Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Anderson.

Lorraine Rozzen, in memory of her sister, Jacqueline Freudman.

Florence Fisher in memory of Jack Fisher.

Carleen Hemric in memory of Jack & Carolyn Winer.

The San Carlos Area Council.

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STARTING MARCH 20, 2010, due to city-wide budget cuts, the hours of operation of all San Diego Libraries are being reduced.  The city-wide library budget was reduced by $3.8 million.

The San Carlos Branch Library’s hours will be:  

Sundays & Mondays:  CLOSED

Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 12:30 - 8:00 pm

Thursdays & Fridays: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm

Saturdays: 9:30 am - 2:30 pm

Check the San Diego Public Library’s website http://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/ for “hours of operation” information for the Downtown and other Branch Libraries.

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All of our speakers present their programs on the 4th Wednesday of the month at 7 pm, in the Community Room of the San Carlos Library. An extended article about each speaker and his/her presentation appears on this page below the schedule of dates.

Our current Speaker selections for your enjoyment, entertainment and education are as follows:

July 28th:  Arlette Gaffrey, has written 4 books, two of which are authentic historical novels set in New Orleans in the 1800s.  Her titles include, BEHIND THE COLUMNS  and A WORLD OF HIS OWN.   She will speak to us about how prospective authors can get their works published, but feel free to ask any questions about New Orleans, too.  These books are MUST summer reads while holding your mint julep.

August 25th:  Anya Delacruz is an Elder Help Care Manager.  She will discuss with us what Elder Help of San Diego can do for the seniors in our area.  This talk is a MUST all who care for an aging loved one or who themselves are in need of additional services.

September 22nd: Charles Elster is a nationally recognized authority on language and the author of the new book, THE ACCIDENTS OF STYLE, Good Advice on How Not to Write Badly.  It will be available on July 20, 2010.  A MUST for all writers and logophiles.

October 27th:  Mike Tatar and a four-piece Blue Grass Band.

January 26, 2011:  Andrea Schneider Author of You Are Not Alone: Life After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis, will be speaking about her breast cancer experience.

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     Please stop by anytime the library is open and see these beautiful artistic displays. The Community Room is located through double doors on the left wall of the library in the Children’s section.  The light switch is on the wall to the right as you enter.  Take a few moments to relax and enjoy!  Remember, each artist will donate a portion of the proceeds of their sales resulting from their San Carlos Library showing to SCFOL.  Read more about each artist in their individual article below this schedule. 

July 6 - August 5: David Stanley.  Acrylics on canvas, specializing in South West Landscapes.

August 10 - September 2 : Tova Galgut. Acrylics and water color;  abstracts and natural settings.  Her artist reception wil be held on Saturday, August 21st from 12:00 to 2:00 pm.

September 7 - September 30: Photography by the f/45 Group: Andrew Rogers, Javier Alonso, Susan Booth, Chris Juracka, Debbie Tatz, Kaliju Kotka, Lacey Leonard, Linda Skuce, Mary Beth Klauer, Patricia Grabski, Priscilla Monger.  Their artist reception will be held on Saturday, September 18th from 12:00 to 2:00 pm.

October 5 - November 4: Roberta Willan

November 9 - December 2: Dixie Sampier

December 7 - December 30: Judy Burnett

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          Gateway                          On The Rosebud

David Stanley took up his brush and began painting after a long career in Law Enforcement.  Born in Oklahoma, he traveled extensively throughout the U.S., but his favorite spots were in the South and Southwest.  He now calls Southern California “home”.  During his travels, he marveled at the wide open spaces, rapid running rivers, waterfalls, giant redwoods and rich pine forests. He saw towering mountains drop into barren deserts.  As he took pictures, he  tucked away the emotions felt when first seeing these vistas. Now, years later, he has put his brush to canvas.  The result is the recapturing of an awe inspiring moment in nature.

   Pacific Storm Building       High Desert Flash Flood

When asked, David’s favorite artist of all time is Norman Rockwell, but he categorizes himself as an “Impressionistic Landscape Artist” and his work “Impressionscapes”.  Specializing in Western Landscapes, he paints with acrylics on canvas, depicting remembered and discovered views of nature whilst adding personal feelings and stories.  ”His high, snowy mountain crags sweep down to broad prairies and desert vistas.  Crashing waters and dripping foliage change to hidden forests revealing breathtaking sunlit secrets.  Lonesome roads and abandoned fields recall memories of long ago.”

     Feather  River                           A Lazy River

       David’s works are displayed in homes throughout the country with many admirers in Texas.  He has chosen not to have an artist reception, but his works will be on display in the Community Room of the San Carlos Library from July 5th thru August 6th.  Enjoy them daily while in the library with your children during the Summer Reading Program, and don’t forget to vote for your favorite.  Look for “The People’s Choice Award” voting box hanging on the wall amongst the paintings.  You can see more of David’s work on his website: http://fineartamerica.com.   He can be reached at papo826@cox.net.   He is a member of the Foothills Art Association.

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TIME’S A’ WASTIN!:  NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY BOOKS FROM THE SAN CARLOS FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY.  WE HAVE LOTS OF CHILDREN’S BOOKS.  EVERY MONTH,  45% OF OUR AVAILABLE BOOKS ARE NEW TITLES.

  There will be no SEPTEMBER 4th book sale due to the observance of Veteran’s Day.

We would like to thank all of the patrons of our Monthly Used Book Sale.   Now, on sale for $3.00 at the book sales, we have available for your shopping pleasure and to carry home your treasures, a new and improved, bigger, better bottomed book bag (cloth).   Ask about them. 

We can always use volunteers to help sort books during the month, to stock the tables before and during the book sales, and to put away the unsold ones following the sales.  If you would like to help, please leave a note for Debbie Kues or Orlie Baird at the library.

Its never too late to join a book club.   Read the latest “One Book, One San Diego” selection.

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    Tova has always been fascinated with any type of artistic endeavor, but lacked formal training until 1982.  Since then she has attended classes in charcoal, pastels, acrylic, watercolor, pencil drawing, and mosaic.  These classes include instruction by Aviva Rhamani, UCSD, Marie Wardell, Jennifer Broomberg, Nancy Poisson at French’s Art Studio, and privately with Betsy Brown.

    Her Biology major afforded Tova experience in drawing technically correct objects, but this left out the emotional side of art.  She now allows herself to be passionate about her subjects and scenes.  At this point, she says, “I feel I will be an art student for life.  I have eclectic pieces including abstract, themes from nature, plants, animals, and my subconscious expressions.”  Currently, her main medium is acrylic, but her earlier works include a mixed media of acrylic, watercolor, pens, markers, and pencil crayons. Tova expresses her love of art: “I have a hunger to learn more and more so my art can develop to different levels of perfection.”

Come and meet Tova at her Artist’s Reception to be held in the Community Room of the San Carlos Library, on Saturday, August 21st, from 12:00 to 2:00 pm.  Be sure to vote for “The People’s Choice Award” when you visit the art displays in the Community Room during regular Library hours.

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