Welcome To
Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library
located at the
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center
The Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library (SRFOL) exists to support the operation of the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center. The SRFOL, through volunteer services, assists library patrons, hosts special events, operates a used book store (Grace's Book Nook), and provides financial support for acquisitions and community activities.
The SRFOL is an officially chartered, §501(c)(3) non-profit, educational organization. As such, donations made to the SRFOL are fully tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law under Internal Revenue Service tax regulations.
Please feel free to explore this web site to learn about the services provided by the SRFOL and by the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center itself.
Upcoming Events
at the
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center
Storytime in Chinese for School-aged Children
Friday, January 29 (4:00 pm)
Chinese Storytime for School-Aged Children is held every Friday at 4:00 PM at the Scripps Ranch Library. This weekly event is hosted by Areana Chen, an accredited teacher who currently teaches at North County Chinese School. Co-hosting Chinese Storytime is Areana Chen's son, Alwin Hui, who is a student at Scripps Ranch High School.
Special Evening Concert
Chopin Piano Concert
Saturday, January 30 (7:00 pm)
We welcome back internationally acclaimed Hungarian pianist, Endre Hegedűs , in a special all-Chopin concert celebrating the Chopin Bicentenary Year, 2010. This concert is co-sponsored by the House of Hungary and will be held in the Community Room of the Scripps Ranch Library Center. Please note: This special evening concert will be presented at 7 p.m. Also, due to the special nature of this concert, there will be a charge of $10 per person at the door (free admission for children under 12 years of age). A post-concert reception will feature delicious Hungarian pastries.
Children's Storytime
Tuesday, February 2 (10:00 am)
Storytime for preschoolers (ages 3-5) is held every Tuesday at 10:00 AM at the Scripps Ranch Library. Join Miss Debbie on the first Tuesday of every month.
Elder Care Lecture Series
Wednesday, February 3 (10:00 - 11:30 am)
The sixth in a series of eight free lectures on aging and elder care will be presented in the Community Room at the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center. This series of lectures is co-sponsored by the Scripps Ranch Elder Care Alliance, the Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library, and the San Diego Public Library. Refreshments will be served.
Library Closed for Staff Training
Thursday, February 4
All City of San Diego Public Library branches will be closed for staff training. The outside book return, located next to the Staff entrance at the front of the library building, will be open for the convenience of patrons who need to return checked-out material to the library.
Storytime in Chinese for School-aged Children
Friday, February 5 (4:00 pm)
Chinese Storytime for School-Aged Children is held every Friday at 4:00 PM at the Scripps Ranch Library. This weekly event is hosted by Areana Chen, an accredited teacher who currently teaches at North County Chinese School. Co-hosting Chinese Storytime is Areana Chen's son, Alwin Hui, who is a student at Scripps Ranch High School.
Children's Storytime
Tuesday, February 9 (10:00 am)
Storytime for preschoolers (ages 3-5) is held every Tuesday at 10:00 AM at the Scripps Ranch Library. Join Miss Alicia on the second Tuesday of every month.
Storytime in Chinese for School-aged Children
Friday, February 12 (4:00 pm)
Chinese Storytime for School-Aged Children is held every Friday at 4:00 PM at the Scripps Ranch Library. This weekly event is hosted by Areana Chen, an accredited teacher who currently teaches at North County Chinese School. Co-hosting Chinese Storytime is Areana Chen's son, Alwin Hui, who is a student at Scripps Ranch High School.
Library Closed for Presidents Day
Monday, February 15
The Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center, as well as the entire San Diego Public Library system, will be closed in observance of Presidents Day. The outside book return, located next to the Staff entrance at the front of the library building, will be open for the convenience of patrons who need to return checked-out material to the library.
Children's Storytime
Tuesday, February 16 (10:00 am)
Storytime for preschoolers (ages 3-5) is held every Tuesday at 10:00 AM at the Scripps Ranch Library. Join Miss Carol on the third Tuesday of every month.
Children's Program
Sparkles Magic and Bubble Show
Thursday, February 18 (3:00 - 4:00 pm)
Join us for an amazing display of magic. (==> Click Here <==)
Storytime in Chinese for School-aged Children
Friday, February 19 (4:00 pm)
Chinese Storytime for School-Aged Children is held every Friday at 4:00 PM at the Scripps Ranch Library. This weekly event is hosted by Areana Chen, an accredited teacher who currently teaches at North County Chinese School. Co-hosting Chinese Storytime is Areana Chen's son, Alwin Hui, who is a student at Scripps Ranch High School.
Science of Breath & Meditation Workshop
Saturday, February 20 (10:30 am - noon)
On the third Saturday of every month, the Scripps Ranch Library will provide a free Science of Breath & Meditation Workshop for library patrons and the Scripps Ranch community. This workshop will provide an opportunity to explore secrets of breath, and its connection with the body and the mind. Learn easy techniques to reduce stress, increase energy and clarity, relax the body, and calm the mind. These workshops are provided by the volunteer-driven, non-profit Art of Living Foundation . Pre-registration is not required—just show up and get ready to De-Stress San Diego. The workshop is held in the Community Room of the Scripps Ranch Library Center.
"Pleasure of Your Company" Music Series
Israel Maldonado Band, Latin Rhythms
Sunday, February 21 (2:30 - 4:00 pm)
Join the Israel Maldonado Band — a 4 piece ensemble that fuses the Latin rhythms of Samba and Cumbia with Funk, Reggae, and Rock. IMB consists of Israel Maldonado on guitar and vocals, Chad Farran on percussion, David Carrano on bass, and Dante Loaiza on vocals, guitar and percussion. The concert will feature a mixture of Latin music and will finish with some traditional carnival percussion. The concert will be held in the Community Room of the Scripps Ranch Library Center. Meet the artists at a complimentary post-concert reception. A donation of $5 per person is requested but not required. (==> Click Here <==)
Children's Storytime
Tuesday, February 23 (10:00 am)
Storytime for preschoolers (ages 3-5) is held every Tuesday at 10:00 AM at the Scripps Ranch Library. Join Miss Debbie on the fourth Tuesday of every month.
Book Discussion Group
Wednesday, February 24 (6:30 - 7:45 pm)
The Scripps Ranch Book Discussion Group invites you to join us on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Please note that the book selected for February's meeting has changed from the previously published schedule. Due to the inability of the library to obtain sufficient copies of The Healing of America: A Global Quest for Better, Cheaper, and Fairer Health Care by T.R. Reid, at February's meeting we will discuss Outcasts United: A Refugee Team, an American Town by Warren St. John. Copies are available for check-out at the library. The book discussion will be held in the Seminar Room of the Scripps Ranch Library Center. (==> Click Here <==)
Storytime in Chinese for School-aged Children
Friday, February 26 (4:00 pm)
Chinese Storytime for School-Aged Children is held every Friday at 4:00 PM at the Scripps Ranch Library. This weekly event is hosted by Areana Chen, an accredited teacher who currently teaches at North County Chinese School. Co-hosting Chinese Storytime is Areana Chen's son, Alwin Hui, who is a student at Scripps Ranch High School.
Elder Care Lecture Series
Wednesday, March 3 (10:00 - 11:30 am)
The seventh in a series of eight free lectures on aging and elder care will be presented in the Community Room at the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center. This series of lectures is co-sponsored by the Scripps Ranch Elder Care Alliance, the Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library, and the San Diego Public Library. Refreshments will be served.
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center
