Friends of SDPL University Community Branch

Friends of SDPL University Community Branch Receive book donations and resell in library to raise funds for programs and activities. Books generally $.50 to $1.00.

The Friends of SDPL University Community Branch raise money for the San Diego Public Library branch in University City through ongoing daily self-serve book sales, as well as periodic gigantic sales, involving many thousands of volumes, including fiction, biographies, arts and culture, history, religion, business, science, math, self help, cookbooks, travel, foreign language and children's. The "b

ook store" is open whenever the library is, with most books priced $.25 to $1.00 and a few coffee table and other specialty books priced slightly higher and perfect as gifts or for a private collection. Videos, DVDs, CDs and books on tape are also available. Payments are on the honor system and are to be placed in the gray metal box on the check-out desk. Funds raised from book sales and memberships by Friends, an entirely volunteer group of local residents, is used to help provide library programs, as well as purchase books and equipment. All monies raised benefit this branch and every dollar earned by the Friends Book Sale is matched by the San Diego Public Library Foundation to fund materials, equipment and programming to UC. The views and opinions of the authors of content published on this web site do not necessarily state or reflect the opinion of the City of San Diego.

We have exciting news! Renovations are complete on our University Community Branch Library! It will be reopening this Fr...
06/02/2026

We have exciting news! Renovations are complete on our University Community Branch Library! It will be reopening this Friday, June 5 at 9:30 am.

To mark the occasion, The Friends of the Library will be holding a book sale outside. All books/media will be "Fill A Bag" for $3 (nice canvas bags are being provided while they last). Puzzles will be sold separately for $3 each, beautiful handmade bookmarks for $5 each, and there will be a number of 6 ft folding tables available for $25 each.

At 2:00 pm, there will be a special ceremony in the Community Room welcoming UC residents and neighbors back to our local library. Refreshments will be served.

Hope to see you there!

08/18/2025

We are now closed for our remodel! Thank you for your support, we will see you all in spring of 2026, and wish you all a good rest of the year!

07/31/2025

UPDATE: Book & Media HOLDS

HOLDS will be available for pick up at University Community Branch Library until Friday, August 8.

HOLDS not picked up by August 8 will be transferred and available at North University Community Library after Friday, August 18.

07/18/2025
Isn't this the most gorgeous quilt? Titled Little Free Libraries," it will be be available through an opportunity drawin...
05/05/2025

Isn't this the most gorgeous quilt? Titled Little Free Libraries," it will be be available through an opportunity drawing at the Friends of the UC Library big book sale (4155 Governor) on this Saturday, May 10. Tickets can be purchased now, $1 each or 6 for $5. It was crafted by two local UC residents who have provided highly sought after quilts at several book sales in the past. Don't miss out on a chance to win!!

Don't miss it!
04/29/2025

Don't miss it!

Help Preserve Library Hours!
04/20/2025

Help Preserve Library Hours!

Just a reminder about the BIG BOOK SALE this Saturday, November 9, from 10-5 in the community room sponsored by Friends ...
11/07/2024

Just a reminder about the BIG BOOK SALE this Saturday, November 9, from 10-5 in the community room sponsored by Friends of the UC Library, 4155 Governor Dr. It's a wonderful opportunity to pick up some great reads for yourself or a gift for someone special. And don't miss the opportunity drawing for the book-themed quilt.

The Friends of the University Community Branch Library (4155 Governor Dr) will be holding our big Fall book sale in the ...
10/30/2024

The Friends of the University Community Branch Library (4155 Governor Dr) will be holding our big Fall book sale in the community room on Saturday, November 9 from 10 am - 5 pm. Proceeds of these sales, as well as our daily sales go directly to the library to support programs, materials, and equipment. We'll have adult and children's fiction and non-fiction, DVDs, CDs, handcrafted book marks, and puzzles and games, as well as a number of specials, all at rock bottom prices. It'll be the perfect time to shop for holiday gifts. Cash only, so come prepared.

We are also pleased and grateful to community members, Amy Barkan and Susan Griffin, for their donation of another beautiful quilt. Raffle tickets are just $1 each or 6 for $5. The book themed quilt as held by Library Assistant and UC resident, Izzy Uriz, can be viewed at the library now. Tickets are also available now and can be purchased at your leisure.. You do not need to be present to win.

Mark your calendar now so you don't miss our wonderful twice yearly sale!

Have too many completed jigsaw puzzles taking up room? Donate them to us anytime the library is open. You'll be helping ...
06/20/2024

Have too many completed jigsaw puzzles taking up room? Donate them to us anytime the library is open. You'll be helping the library while cleaning up your closet.

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4155 Governor Drive
San Diego, CA
92122

Telephone

(858) 552-1655

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