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:

October 2017

Interested in what's happening at ALL San Diego Public Library branches, including the Central Library? If so, (==> Click Here <==).

Fantastic Fall Book Sale!

The Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library will present a Special Book Sale on Saturday, October 28, from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm at the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library. In addition to a huge selection of nearly new and gently used recent bestsellers, children's books, fiction and nonfiction, this sale will include rare, out-of-print, antiquarian, and collectible books—all at bargain prices. These make great gifts for discerning book lovers! All proceeds help support the library and are used to purchase new books and media for the library's collection.

Intro to Ukulele Workshop

This 4-week workshop for beginners is scheduled for every Thursday in October at 4:00 pm, starting October 5. Sign-ups are essential, as space is very limited. Bring your own "uke" or sign up today to reserve one.

Keeping Your Wits!

Did you know that most of the decline in your mental function has nothing to do with aging? In fact, some mental functions actually improve with age! There are at least ten things that we can do to keep the brain working as long as the rest of the body. Come to this informative lecture, presented through OASIS, by Philip J. Goscienski, M.D., on Saturday, October 7, at 10:00 am.

Music Program

The "Pleasure of Your Company" music welcomes back the Zzymzzy Quartet on Sunday, October 15, at 2:30 pm, performing swing era music and French gypsy jazz. This fun concert is sponsored by the SRFOL, although donations are appreciated. Meet the musicians and mingle with fellow music lovers at a complimentary post-concert reception.

Author Talk

Join us on Wednesday, October 18, at 6:30 pm to meet Barret Baumgart, author of China Lake: A Journey into the Contradicted Heart of a Global Climate Catastrophe. Winner of the 2016 Iowa Prize for Literary Nonfiction, China Lake blurs the line between memoir, meditation, New Journalism and discussing the consequences of climate change in a frank manner.

Book Discussion Group

This month the group is reading Death Comes for the Archbishop by Willa Cather. Everybody is invited to join the discussion on Wednesday, October 25, at 6:30 pm in the Seminar Room. The book for next month is Jar City: A Reykjavik Thriller by Arnaldur Indridason and Bernard Scudder. Copies of these books are available at the circulation desk.

Children's Programs

Join us for a special storytime on Monday, October 2, at 10:30 am to celebrate the launch of a new city-wide early literacy program, 1000 Books Before Kindergarten! The new reading program encourages parents and caregivers to share 1000 books with their children before they start kindergarten to ensure school readiness and success. For ages 0-5.

Yoga Storytime is Friday, October 6, at 12:00 pm. Enjoy creative stories, lively songs, and gentle yoga poses taught by Miss Abby every first Friday of the month! Practice your reading skills by reading to trained therapy dogs every 1st and 3rd Saturday at 10:30 am. Children can read stories to the friendly dogs from Love on a Leash, a volunteer pet therapy group, in a calm, positive and fun environment.

The Haunted Library returns on Friday, October 27, from 7-9 pm. Join us for some spooky, scary fun as our Teen Council turns the Scripps Ranch Library into a spine-chilling experience of ghostly, eerie haunts! Recommended for ages 7 and up.

And join us for some pumpkin fun at our Pumpkin Party on Monday, October 30, at 4:30 pm. We'll be investigating, decorating, and celebrating all things pumpkin. Wear your costume and join in some pumpkin games, pumpkin science, and pumpkin crafts! All ages welcome.

Grace's Book Nook

Grace's Book Nook, our largest ongoing fundraiser, helps to procure new books and media for our library, provide exciting programs, purchase needed equipment, and more. You can help by making the Book Nook your first stop for books, magazines, CDs, DVDs, greeting cards, etc.; keeping those tax-deductible donations of gently used books and media coming; and volunteering to help with out with the Book Nook. Contact [gracesbooknook@srfol.org] to explore volunteer opportunities.

Music Program

The "Pleasure of Your Company" music series welcomes back the Grossmont Symphony Woodwind Quintet on Sunday, November 12, at 2:30 pm, performing works from their varied repertoire of chamber music, light classics, and popular pieces. Come enjoy chamber music at its best in the intimate setting of our library's Community Room. Meet the musicians and mingle with fellow music lovers at a complimentary post-concert reception.

Book Discussion Group

This month the Book Discussion Group.is reading Jar City: A Reykjavik Thriller by Arnaldur Indridason and Bernard Scudder. Everyone is invited to join the discussion on Wednesday, November 15, at 6:30 pm in the library's Seminar Room (Note: The meeting is earlier in the month than usual due to Thanksgiving). Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk. Also, mark your calendar for the traditional potluck dinner meeting on Wednesday, December 6, during which books for 2018 will be selected. Please come prepared to present a couple of your favorite titles.

Children's Programs

On Wednesday, November 15, at 4:00 pm we are hosting a special STEAM Academy 2 program on Animal Science, sponsored by SRFOL. Sure to be a roaring good time for kids, K-6, as they learn all about different animal classifications through a variety of games and activities! All of our regular children's programs will be happening as well, including Yoga Storytime, Friday, November 3, at 12:00 pm; Lego Builders Club, Mondays, November 13 and 27, at 3:30 pm; and, of course, Baby Storytime, Wednesdays at 1:00 pm and Toddler Storytime, Thursdays at 10:00 am.

Bluegrass at the Library

Consider joining the Poway Bluegrass Slow Jam on Saturday, November 18, at 9:30 am. Bring an instrument to play or just sit and enjoy the music. All ages are welcome provided none are disruptive.

Grace's Book Nook

In case you missed our special fall book sale or even if you were one of our satisfied shoppers, keep in mind that Grace's Book Nook is open Monday through Saturday for everyday bargains on nearly new and gently used books that appeal to all ages and tastes, plus magazines, and a large selection of CDs and DVDs, new greeting cards, and duck food. Your tax-deductible donations of gently used books and media, etc. are always appreciated. The Book Nook, our largest ongoing fundraiser, helps to procure new books and media for our library, provide exciting programs, purchase needed equipment, and more.

Special November Library Hours

Note that the library will be closed on Friday and Saturday, November 10 and 11, in observance of Veterans' Day and on Thursday, November 23, for Thanksgiving. Library hours on Wednesday, November 22, will be 9:30 am to 6:00 pm.

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