| 12-26-2011 |
January Library Connections newsletter
Monthly look at free events and programs at your library. |
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| 11-28-2011 |
Check Us Out - Winter 2011
New Central Library rises above skyline; One Book titles revealed; Library teaches children music; Summer Reading Program prepares students to learn; Katie Sullivan thanked for contributions to learning and literacy |
(1.78 MB PDF) |
| 11-24-2010 |
Check Us Out - December 2010
New Central Library construction is on the fast track. NBA great Bill Walton discusses his enthusiasm for the project. A look at a day in the life of the Library. Thanks to Library volunteers. |
(636 KB PDF) |
| 09-26-2010 |
Check Us Out - Fall 2010
San Diego celebrates ground breaking of New Central Library and major gift from the Jacobs moves the project forward. One Book title for 2011 selected. Gentleman who went to the Library to learn to read in his 80s shares his story. |
(1.02 MB PDF) |
| 05-20-2010 |
Check Us Out - Spring 2010
New Logan heights Branch Library a hit; Library meets American's information needs; endowment gift from San Diego human rights icon supports Logan library; Library partners with local group to provide free computers to needy families. |
(716 KB PDF) |
| 10-31-2009 |
Check Us Out - Winter 2009
Private donors help support new Logan Heights Branch Library. Local funders have helped the library expand health collections and programs. Broadway performers come to the City Heights Branch Library. 2010 One Book selection made. Library volunteers step up to help. |
(736 KB PDF) |
| 09-01-2009 |
Check Us Out - Fall 2009
Library provides resources to students. Library programs more popular than ever. Families for Literacy encourages families to read. Donor's contributions have far-reaching impact. Logan Heights Library scheduled for fall opening. |
(937 KB PDF) |
| 04-20-2009 |
Check Us Out Spring 2009
Patrons turn to Library in tough times. Library supporter makes a difference at San Ysidro Branch Library. Check out a New Children's Museum membership at your branch. |
(1.01 MB PDF) |
| 11-10-2008 |
Check Us Out Fall 2008
Foundation launches website. Q&A with Deborah Barrow. Friends honored for philanthropy. Schon Center offers Spanish books for youth. Downloadable eAudiobooks available for iPods. |
(687 KB PDF) |
| 07-30-2008 |
Check Us Out Summer 2008
Anna Tatar retires. Deborah Barrow named new Library Director. Children's Book Festival a huge success. New digital resources available. |
(575 KB PDF) |
| 03-31-2008 |
Check Us Out Spring 2008
Children's Book Festival preview. San Diego Public Libraries go green. Couple's love of reading drives their Library support. |
(443 KB PDF) |
| 12-15-2007 |
Check Us Out-Winter 2007
The Library breaks ground on a new Logan Heights Branch. A profile of the Eby's support of the Library. North University Community Library meeting neighborhood needs. |
(326 KB PDF) |
| 09-15-2007 |
Check Us Out-Fall 2007
Libary builds partnerships. Mission Valley branch celebrates anniversary. Summer Reading Program completes successful year. Live Homework Help provides help. |
(625 KB PDF) |
| 09-21-2011 |
2012 Friends Essay Contest information
2012 Essay Contest information. Entry form. Additional titles. |
(379 KB PDF) |
| 09-01-2011 |
2011 Summer Reading Program Highlights
Children and teens read more than 300,000 books in the summer program to build reading skills. |
(747 KB PDF) |
| 05-20-2011 |
Children Need their Libraries
Young people rely on Library services and programs for their educational, cultural and community needs. |
(90 KB PDF) |
| 05-01-2011 |
Save Our Libraries advertisement
On May 1, 2011, Library supporters placed this ad in the San Diego Union-Tribune calling on supporters to save our libraries. The ad was generously underwritten by Library supporters. |
(448 KB PDF) |
| 04-13-2011 |
57 Schools within 2.5 Miles of the New Central Library
An unparalleled resource for students throughout the region, the New Central Library will be located within two and a half miles of 57 schools. |
(433 KB PDF) |
| 02-22-2011 |
San Diego Public Library's Award-Winning Literacy Services
The San Diego Public Library’s adult literacy services have received national recognition for their
effectiveness. The program has helped more than 22,000 San Diego adults learn to read and write. |
(213 KB PDF) |
| 02-01-2011 |
San Diego Public Library Foundation staff biographies
Biographies for the staff of the San Diego Public Library Foundation. |
(74 KB PDF) |
| 01-22-2011 |
Foundation Board of Trustee member biographies
Biographies for San Diego Public Library Foundation Board of Trustee members |
(126 KB PDF) |
| 12-15-2010 |
A Snapshot of Service
The San Diego Public Library makes free access to reliable information and learning our mission each day. On just one day, 25,887 people visited their San Diego Public Library and 28,481 items were checked out or renewed. Read more details here. |
(372 KB PDF) |
| 10-20-2010 |
2010 Audited Financial Statements
San Diego Public Library Foundation's 2010 audited financial statements. |
(44 KB PDF) |
| 10-20-2010 |
2009 tax form
San Diego Public Library Foundation 2009 tax forms. |
(576 KB PDF) |
| 10-01-2010 |
Library and Foundation Fund Raising Accomplishment for FY10
Examples of how San Diego Public Library and Library Foundation staff met crucial fund raising needs. |
(303 KB PDF) |
| 09-15-2010 |
2010 Summer Reading Program highlights
For the fourth straight year, a record number of youngsters participated in the Summer Reading Program. |
(1.64 MB PDF) |
| 09-01-2010 |
Charter High School Part of New Central Library's Literacy Mission
San Diego’s new Central Library will be a center for literacy and learning, providing information and knowledge for the entire San Diego region. Central to this mission is an onsite charter school to serve 500 high school students. |
(572 KB PDF) |
| 08-01-2010 |
New Central Library - A New Day for San Diego
The Central Library will be a new civic icon embodying San Diego’s commitment to the future. This fact sheet looks at the expanded resources and exciting new spaces for education and literacy in the New Central Library. |
(687 KB PDF) |
| 07-28-2010 |
New Central Library groundbreaking news release
News release on the historic groundbreaking of San Diego's New Central Library. |
(230 KB PDF) |
| 07-28-2010 |
A New Day for San Diego: New Central Library breaks ground
The Central Library will be a new civic icon embodying San Diego’s commitment to the future. It is the heart of San Diego’s 35-branch library system and will serve as a new regional center
for learning and literacy. Read about the special features and the resources available in this new building. |
(670 KB PDF) |
| 06-25-2010 |
Foundation presents New Central Library private commitments
News release on the commitment of private donors to support the New Central Library. |
(413 KB PDF) |
| 05-13-2010 |
Carnegie Planned Giving Society brochure
The Carnegie Society honors individuals and couples who care deeply about the future of San Diego’s libraries by naming the San Diego Public Library Foundation as a beneficiary of their estate. Learn more about how you can provide a lasting legacy for the San Diego Public Library. |
(852 KB PDF) |
| 04-01-2010 |
How Libraries Stack Up 2010
Every day, our public libraries deliver millions of dollars in resources and support that meet the critical needs of our communities. This fact sheet, compiled by OCLC, provides some exciting details. |
(633 KB PDF) |
| 03-19-2010 |
CA Charter School Assoc. President Endorses New Central Charter school
California Charter School Association President and CEO Jed Wallace applauds the charter school plan at the new Central Library. |
(51 KB PDF) |
| 12-11-2009 |
21st Century Plan Libraries
Photographs and details of completed new and expanded 21st Century Plan Libraries. |
(663 KB PDF) |
| 06-30-2009 |
2009 Audited Financial Statements
San Diego Public Library Foundation's 2009 audited financial statements. |
(43 KB PDF) |
| 06-01-2009 |
The Central Library is essential to your branch library
San Diego Public Library branches rely daily on the expertise, collections, databases and reference support the Central Library provides. |
(983 KB PDF) |
| 03-03-2009 |
Isabel Schon--My Life: From Mexico City to Arizona to California
Dr. Isabel Schon describes the differences between the publishing of books for children and adolsecents in Latin American and Western countries. She describes the mission of the Isabel Schon International Center for Spanish Books for Youth at the San Diego Public Library. |
(91 KB PDF) |
| 02-03-2009 |
"I love my library" badges
A sheet with "I Love My Library" labels. Share them with other library supporters! |
(131 KB PDF) |
| 01-20-2009 |
Isabel Schon International Center for Spanish Books for Youth
The Schon Center at the San Diego Public Library is a circulating library that promotes literacy and reading. This fact sheet outlines the Center's services (in English and Spanish). |
(1.98 MB PDF) |
| 11-20-2008 |
Libraries changes lives brochure
Brochure outlining San Diego Public Library resources and services that help change lives. Brief descriptions of unique Library assets in collections, programs/services and technology and ways to support these essential Library offerings. |
(1.46 MB PDF) |
| 10-20-2008 |
Libraries are more important than ever
The top eight reasons why libraries are more important than ever. |
(1.15 MB PDF) |
| 09-29-2008 |
San Diego Needs a New Central Library
A new Central Library is key to the health of the entire Library system. Learn more about its importance. |
(715 KB PDF) |
| 07-01-2008 |
Library Foundation Donor Bill of Rights
To assure that philanthropy merits the respect and trust of the general public, and that donors and prospective donors can have full confidence in the San Diego Public Library Foundation, we declare that all donors have the rights listed here.
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(32 KB PDF) |
| 06-30-2008 |
2008 Audited Financial Statements
San Diego Public Library Foundation's 2008 audited financial statements. |
(1.34 MB PDF) |
| 06-30-2008 |
2008 tax form
San Diego Public Library Foundation 2008 tax forms. |
(1.7 MB PDF) |
| 01-01-2008 |
Cross section of New Central Library with floor details
Cross section view of New Central Library with description of what is available on each floor. |
(1.24 MB PDF) |
| 00-00-0000 |
2007 tax forms
San Diego Public Library Foundation 2007 tax form. |
(1.55 MB PDF) |
