The year 2020 has been interesting for all of us. We all had to change and adapt our lifestyles to find a way to manage the new normal in our lives. We adjusted our service in order to still provide library materials to the community and we are committed to be a continuous source of opportunity, discovery and inspiration.
In February, we held our Robotics Showcase Extravaganza 2020 which was a smashing success that attracted 270 attendees. The Patrick Henry Patribots, Wizalos, Squash, Dailard Mechanical Dolphins, Pretzel Cats and City Critters all came out to show off their creations. The Kearny High Blue Tech Club showed off a miniature underwater remote-operated vehicle (ROV) and the SDSU Mechatronics brought out their large underwater ROV. The appearance of SDPD SWAT robot units entertained the crowd and inspired the young robotics teams.
We had to think creatively about Free Comic Book Day 2020 and how to distribute comic books to our patrons. IDW Publishing graciously provided 5,000 comic books to give away so we partnered with the City’s Parks & Rec Department to deliver the books to San Diego school sites that were providing meals to school children. A box of comic books was also sent to the San Diego Convention Center to provide reading material for Operation Shelter to Home. We are so proud that during these times we were able to find ways to work together and still provide services to the citizens of San Diego.
New online programming
Join our Facebook page to enjoy our online programming at facebook.com/SanCarlosBranchLibrary.
- Read along with Library Assistant, Miss C., as she shares a Holiday story on December 24 at 10:00 a.m. We will also be providing a Holiday craft kit from December 21 to 26 which can be requested through our Contactless Pick-Up Service.
Weekly online programming
- Join us for a weekly inspirational quote by J.R.R. Tolkien in an online program called “Lord of the Rings Life Lessons.” Librarian, David Ege, will enlighten and inspire by reading select passages from The Lord of the Rings. Videos will be posted every Monday at 10:00 a.m.
- Do you ever wonder what you and your kids should read next? Then you should watch “What’s Ms. Erin Reading?” to help you decide! Each week, Youth Services Librarian, Erin Moore, will release a teaser image and then a video of a fun book she is reading. Book review videos will post every Friday at 2:00 p.m. You may also contact Ms. Erin for children’s reading suggestions at [email protected].
— By San Carlos Library managing librarian David Ege.
