The Friends of the Pacific Beach Library (FOPBL) exists to support the operation of the Pacific Beach/Taylor Branch Library. The Friends, through volunteer services, assists library patrons, hosts special events, operates a used book sale, and provides financial support for acquisitions and community activities.

Chartered under the auspices of the Friends of the San Diego Public Library, the Friends of the Pacific Beach Library is an official §501(c)(3) non-profit, educational organization. As such, donations made to the Friends are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law under Internal Revenue Service tax regulations.

The Friends of the Pacific Beach Library meet on the second Wednesday of the month at 3:00 p.m. in the Library's Meeting Room/Gallery. Meetings are held every month except June, July, August, and December.

Please feel free to explore this web site to learn about the services provided by the Friends and by the Pacific Beach/Taylor Branch Library itself.

Multiple versions of a downloadable monthly calendar are available that show all events scheduled to be held at the Pacific Beach Library. The calendars may be viewed, saved on your computer or mobile device, or printed for use throughout the month. Also, for ease of reference, the PDF and JPG versions of the calendar list events categorized by age group and general area of interest. Please click on one of the links below to download or view the calendar. For patrons who prefer a pre-printed calendar on paper, please ask one of the library's staff members to print one out for you when you come to visit the library.

September 2017 ( PDF Calendar & Text | JPG Calendar | JPG Text )

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Enjoy new work from the San Diego Chapter of the Colored Pencil Society of America. This exhibition will be on display in the Taylor Gallery/Community Room of the Pacific Beach Library from August 3 through September 27. An Artists' Reception will be held on Sunday, August 13, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served. Admission is free.

Demonstrations on the art of colored pencils will be presented on the following Saturdays from 1-4 pm: Aug 19, Aug 26, Sep 16, and Sep 23.

Free Tutoring Help is available at the Pacific Beach Library for students in grades K-8. Tutoring Help continues to the end of May. Hours are:

Support your library while shopping for bargain books, DVD movies, audio books, music CDs, and an occasional special treasure.

Indoor Book Sale: A selection of gently used hardcover and softcover books is available for purchase at bargain prices inside the Pacific Beach Library whenever the library is open. This book sale benefits the Friends of the Pacific Beach Library which, in turn, benefits the library as well as many of the programs offered by the library. Look for the sale books across from the circulation desk near the Reed Street entrance. Payment can be made at the circulation desk.

Outdoor Book Sale: The Friends' Book Sale is conducted outside the library on the Cass Street Plaza, on Mondays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Wednesdays from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM every week. The Outdoor Book Sale is cancelled during City holidays, inclement weather, and may close early when it gets too dark to see outside. If uncertain, please call the library at 858-581-9934 to verify if the book sale will be held that day.

Learn leg strengthening exercises to help your balance and posture. Held every Tuesday at 11:30 am - 12:30 pm.

In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrate Hispanic culture by watching films by Latino artists. Watch Amores Perros (2000; rated R) on the library's big screen. Three different groups of people are catapulted into dramatic and unforeseen circumstances in the wake of a terrible car crash, in Alejandro González Iñárritu's award-winning film. In Spanish with English subtitles. Popcorn will be served.

Stories and songs and a craft . . . oh my! Pajama Storytime and Craft is held every Tuesday evening. Recommended for children 3-7. Either pajamas or regular clothes may be worn.

Monta Briant, local mommy and author of Baby Sign Language Basics and Sign, Sing, and Play will sign stories and lead us in songs, fingerplays, and games and share tips on using sign language as an early communication tool with preverbal babies and toddlers. Sign-A-Story Circle Time is held on the 4th Thursday of every month, except November and December.

Movement for all ages and all levels of experience—from absolute beginners to more advanced participants! The schedule for the 1.5 hour class is:

Interested in learning how to check-out and read the library's electronic books on your eReader? Drop by the Circulation Desk with your eReader, tablet, or smartphone, and our staff will guide you in downloading SDPL's free eBooks and eAudiobooks. This free instructional service is offered every Friday from 10:00 to 11:00 AM.

Let's learn about money together! Parents and children are welcome to come and enjoy a money-related story time and discussion, craft activities, games, and more. Build a strong foundation for your child's financial future!

In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrate Hispanic culture by watching films by Latino artists. Watch Bless Me, Ultima (2012; rated PG-13) on the library's big screen. This film is an adaptation of Rudolfo Anaya's acclaimed novel about a young boy whose life is changed by Ultima, the aged medicine woman who moves in with his family. The film will be followed by a discussion of the book and film. Nachos will be served. Copies of Bless Me, Ultima (the book) will be available in September for check-out at the library's Circulation Desk.

Come to a monthly art program for San Diegans impacted by homelessness. Art supplies are provided.

For this special 1-day book sale, the Friends of the Pacific Beach Library is offering 50% off all items in the Friends' Used Bookstore. Don't miss this great bargain!

The PB Book Discussion Group welcomes you to join us on the first Wednesday of every month. At October's meeting we will discuss the One Book, One San Diego selection of the year The Sandcastle Girls by Chris Bohjalian. Copies are available for check-out at the PB Library's Circulation Desk. November's selection will be Commonwealth by Ann Patchett.

With fun poses for parents and kids, Toddler Yoga also includes stories and a bit of singing! Toddler Yoga is held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month. Please bring your own towel or yoga mat.

Stories and songs for preschoolers (ages 2-5).

Chair Yoga promotes stretching, strengthening and improves balance, increases circulation, enhances mental clarity and provides peace and relaxation. Please wear comfortable clothes; it is best to practice bare-footed or with socks. Chair Yoga is held on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of every month from 10 to 11 AM.

Kids can improve their literacy skills by reading aloud to certified therapy dogs. Wagging Tales meets on the first Saturday of every month at 10:30 AM, and is held in the Children's Area.

The Friends of the Pacific Beach Library meets every month (except July, August and December) in the Library's Meeting Room/Gallery to discuss business, events, and other matters of interest to the FOPBL and to the Pacific Beach Library. Attendance is open to anyone. Drop in and see how you might be able to help support your library!

Toddlers will learn basic dance and movement skills, creative expression, coordination, and self-control while dancing to popular children's songs. Dance Party will repeat on the second Thursday of every month.

Individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias express themselves through the creative process of watercolor painting. Held on the 2nd Friday of every month.

Pacific Beach / Taylor Branch Library
4275 Cass Street
San Diego, CA 92109