Friends of the College-Rolando Library

Friends of the College-Rolando Library

The mission of the Friends of the College-Rolando Library is to support this branch by promoting development of literate citizens, raising funds for increased acquisitions and community programs, and increasing awareness of the library and its resources for the public.



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Branch Hours & Location

Daily Schedule of Events



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Friday Matinee

Friday, June 21 at 2:00 p.m. – The Lorax.

Beat the heat. We'll provide the popcorn, you bring a drink. Free movie showing.

Computers 2 SD Kids

Computers 2 SD Kids Class

Saturday, June 22, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Computer Lab.

Library patrons: please note that the Computer Lab will be closed for general purpose computer use during the Computers 2 SD Kids class.



Author Talk

J. Elke Ertle – June 25 at 5:00 p.m. Ertle’s memoir, Walled-In: A West Berlin Girl's Journey to Freedom, records her Berlin childhood, during the aftermath of World War II. www.Walled-in-Berlin.com.

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July 4th Holiday

Library Closed

All city library locations will be closed Thursday, July 4th for Independence Day.


The Alpine Traitor, our Book Club selection for July 13

Book Club Meeting

Saturday, July 13, at 10 a.m., Seminar Room B – The Alpine Traitor by Mary Daheim.

Copies are available for checkout at the circulation desk. See all the 2013 Book Club selections»

Caleb's Crossing, by Geraldine Brooks, the One Book, One San Diego 2013 selection

One Book, One San Diego

The 2013 selection is Caleb's Crossing, by Geraldine Brooks.

Learn more about our community reading project at One Book, One San Diego»


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Summer Reading Program

"Reading Is So Delicious!"

Check out our special Summer Reading Events Calendar (PDF) for fun activities at the College-Rolando Library.

Eric Carle's Hungry Caterpillar, Preschool Story Time at the library.

Preschool Story Time

Every Friday at 10 a.m., Children's Area.

Followed by children's yoga on the 1st and 3rd Fridays in the Community Room.

Arts & Crafts with Cheryl

Arts & Crafts with Cheryl

1st and 3rd Saturdays at 12:00 noon, Children's Area.

All ages are welcome!

Aryn's Family Yoga at the College-Rolando Library.

Aryn's Family Yoga

2nd and 4th Saturdays at 9:30 a.m., Community Room. No reservation required. Just bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothing. Children's yoga is held on the 1st and 3rd Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

Zumba Gold at the College-Rolando Library

Zumba Gold/Low Impact Fitness

Morning: 1st and 3d Saturdays at 9:45 a.m.
Evening: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.

In the Community Room. No reservation required.


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Keep up with what's happening at the College-Rolando Library on Flickr.


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Library Hours

  • Monday: 9:30 – 5:30
  • Tuesday: 12:30 – 8:00
  • Wednesday: 12:30 – 8:00
  • Thursday: 9:30 – 5:30
  • Friday: 9:30 – 5:30
  • Saturday: 9:30 – 2:30
  • Sunday: Closed


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