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.

A printable monthly calendar is available that shows all events scheduled to be held at the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center. Please click on the link below:

July 2017

August 2017

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Children's and Teen Programs

It's not too late to sign up for the ever popular Summer Reading Program through which children and teens win prizes for reading books! Sign up in the Library or on the library's website.

To add to the fun, the library will host exciting children's programs at 3 pm every Thursday afternoon this month. These are free to the public, thanks to the sponsorship of Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library. On July 6, join us for Mad Science and experience science like never before! Little Catbird on July 13 will feature puppets, stories, and great music. Come "move it and groove it" with fun dancing on July 20 at Dance to Evolve. On July 27 participate in a hands-on wildlife and nature experience with Living Coast.

9th Through 12th Grade Students: Master the skills you need to succeed on the SAT at the free SAT Prep Camp, Monday-Friday, July 17-21, 3:30-5:30 pm at our library. Registration is required (call 619-238-6686 or email ).

Students entering grades 1-8 are invited to prevent "summer slide%quot; through participation in Sharpen Your Skills sessions every week, Monday-Thursday, 3-6 pm during the summer through August 17. Students are assessed at the beginning of each weekly session and then given specific activities to help them practice and learn. Attend one day or all week long, one session or all. Registration is not required. Homework assistance is always available.

Especially for 4-5 year-olds and their guardians, KinderCamp will help get kids ready to start school; attend Monday-Thursday, July 24-28, at our library. Space is limited; registration required (call 619-238-6686 or email ).

Summer Reading for Adults Too!

There's still time to sign up for the Adult Summer Reading Program! Get a $1.00 off coupon for Grace's Book Nook, our used bookstore, when you sign up. (You won't believe how far a dollar can go!) Participants will be eligible to win a raffle prize.

Book Discussion Group

This month the group is reading Under the Wide and Starry Sky by Nancy Horan. Everybody is invited to join the discussion on Wednesday, July 26, at 6:30 pm in the Seminar Room. The book for next month is Case Histories: A Novel by Kate Atkinson. Copies of these books are available at the circulation desk.

Grace's Book Nook

For fantastic bargains on nearly new and gently used books shop at Grace's Book Nook for all your reading needs—especially good for vacation and beach! Open every day during library hours, the Book Nook stocks a range of fiction and nonfiction for all ages and tastes, plus CDs, DVDs, magazines, and greeting cards&mash;all at amazing prices—and even special duck food for our feathered friends in Evans Pond. Your tax-deductible donations of gently used books and media are always welcome; please bring these to the library circulation desk. Interested in volunteering? Contact GracesBookNook@srfol.org. All Book Nook proceeds support our library.

Music Program

The Pleasure of Your Company music series is on break for the summer. Monthly concerts will resume in September. If you love music and would like to help, please contact Wendy Tompkins at [music@srfol.org] or 484-6231.

Summer Reading Program

Reading by Design, the Summer Reading Program for children, teens, and adults, runs through August 15. Be sure to enter the books online that you've read and then stop by the library to claim your prize.

Children's and Teen Programs

Don't miss the final two fun, free library children's programs of the summer, sponsored by Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library (SRFOL). Join us on Thursday, August 3, at 3 pm for Juggling, Comedy, and More with Michael Raynor! And, on Thursday, August 10, at 3 pm, rock out with your favorite popstar as Twinkle Time returns!

Sharpen Your Skills for students entering grades 1-8 continues through August 17. Prevent "summer slide" through participation in these sessions Monday-Thursday, 3-6 pm. Students are assessed at the beginning of each weekly session and then given specific activities to help them practice and learn. Attend one day or all week long. Registration is not required. Homework assistance is always available.

Armchair Adventure

Join us on Saturday, August 19, at 10:00 am for an OASIS program offered free to the public with the sponsorship of the Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library. Jewels in America's Natural Crown: Three National Parks provides a visual travelogue of three of the most beautiful and awe-inspiring National Parks, including their creation, history, and legacy, starring Yellowstone, Yosemite, and Crater Lake.

Book Discussion Group

This month the group is reading Case Histories: A Novel by Kate Atkinson. Everyone is invited to join the discussion on Wednesday, August 23, at 6:30 pm in the Seminar Room. The book for next month is Mrs. Grant and Madame Jule by Jennifer Chiaverini. Copies of these books are available at the circulation desk.

Grace's Book Nook

Savvy readers shop at Grace's Book Nook, the used bookstore in our library, for their summer reading and more! From bestsellers to classics, cookbooks to children's books, fiction and non-fiction, plus CDs and DVDs, our stock of almost new and gently used books is updated frequently. Representing the ultimate in recycling, the Book Nook converts your tax-deductible donations of books into new books and media as well as programs for our library! Share your love of reading by volunteering in the Book Nook. Contact [gracesbooknook@srfol.org] to explore volunteer opportunities.

Music Program

The Pleasure of Your Company music series continues its summer hiatus. Mark your calendar for Sunday, September 10, for the first concert of the new season featuring pianist Bryan Verhoye at 2:30 pm. If you?d like to help out with our monthly concert series, contact Wendy Tompkins at [music@srfol.org] or 484-6231.

For library events, please allow extra time to park on Meanley Drive and walk up the paved and lighted walkway to the library.

For the latest information on special programming, please check this website or check (and like!) the library's Facebook page.

Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center
10301 Scripps Lake Drive
San Diego, CA 92131