La Mesa Library

Holiday Hours and Fine Free Friday

lamesalibrary — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 21:10:00 +0000

Just a quick reminder about La Mesa Library’s holiday hours in the next couple of weeks.

We will close at 5:00pm on Thursday, December 24th, and will be closed on Friday, December 25th. We will reopen at 9:30am on Saturday, December 26th.

We will also close at 5:00 on New Year’s eve, Thursday, December 31, and will be closed on Friday, January 1st. We will reopen at 9:30am on Saturday, January 2, 2010.

Fine Free Friday is extended for the holiday. Return your books, CDs, DVD, or other overdue materials (including inter-library loan and San Diego Circuit books) after close of business Thursday (December 24) and through Saturday (December 26) and we’ll get rid of the overdue fees on these items!

Happy Holidays and best wishes in the New Year from the staff of the La Mesa Community Library!

~posted by Jessie

Coffee and Books, Book Club Meetings

lamesalibrary — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 22:43:09 +0000

Just a reminder that our monthly Coffee and Books program will be held on Wednesday, December 16th at 10:00 am. Take a break from the hustle and bustle to have a cup of coffee and hear about some heartwarming reads and movies.

Immediately following Coffee and Books, our monthly Book Club will meet at 11:30 on Wednesday. Join the discussion of The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society by Mary Ann Shaffer & Annie Barrows. You’ll also be able to pick up a copy of the January selection, Leap of Faith: Memoirs of an Unexpected Life by Queen Noor.

See you on Wednesday!

~posted by Jessie

Concert Series Continues

lamesalibrary — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 21:07:09 +0000

This Friday, December 11th at 3:00pm our La Mesa Concert Series continues with a performance by the Nate Jarrell Jazz Duo. The duo will perform a wide variety of repertoire. Take a break from your holiday to-do list and relax at the library. This concert is open to all ages so bring the whole family!

~posted by Jessie

Handmade for the Holidays

lamesalibrary — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 18:59:16 +0000

We still have some slots available in our December craft for adults. A local craft teacher will show you how to make a trio of charming, old-fashioned paper ornaments–all materials are provided. Space is limited, so please call us at 619-469-2151 or stop by the reference desk to sign up. The class is on Tuesday, December 8 at 6:00 pm.

~posted by Jessie

Thanksgiving Closure

lamesalibrary — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:03:06 +0000

All San Diego County Library branches will be closed on Thursday, November 26th and Friday, November 27th for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen on Saturday, November 28th.

Fines will be waived on library materials returned in the outdoor drop boxes after closing at 8pm on Wednesday, November 25th through Saturday, November 28th.

Happy Thanksgiving!

~posted by Jessie

Healing Through the Holidays

lamesalibrary — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:36:11 +0000

We think of the holidays as a time of fun, relaxation and togetherness. But for those who have recently lost a loved one, the holidays can be difficult. A representative from Sharp Healthcare will join us on Tuesday, November 24th at 11:30 am to present “Healing Through the Holidays.” This free program will offer ways to deal with grief and loss at holiday time.

~posted by Jessie

La Mesa Concert Series This Saturday

lamesalibrary — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:28:46 +0000

Our concert series continues this week with Bill Jones, classical guitarist, performing on Saturday, November 21 at 3:00. Relax at the library during this free all ages concert. Mr. Jones has been performing and teaching in the San Diego area for fifteen years and performs with a number of groups in Southern California.

~posted by Jessie

Coffee and Books, Book Club meetings

lamesalibrary — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:46:14 +0000

Please join us tomorrow, November 18 for two great programs.

At 10:00, we’ll have our monthly Coffee and Books meeting. Just in time for Thanksgiving, Liz and Jessie will be discussing food books including cook books, memoirs, and maybe even some movies.

At 11:30, we’ll have our book club meeting. Discuss The Thirteenth Tale and find out the selection for next month.

See you there!

~posted by Jessie

Meet Dianne Jacob

lamesalibrary — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:24:35 +0000

Please join us on Monday, November 16th at 2:00pm for our Speakers Series. This month County of San Diego Second District Supervisor Dianne Jacob will speak. This is a great chance to meet San Diego County’s movers and shakers. We look forward to seeing you there!

~posted by Jessie

Library Closed November 11

lamesalibrary — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:53:53 +0000

Just a reminder, the library will be closed all day on Wednesday, November 11th for the Veteran’s Day holiday. We will reopen at 9:30 am on Thursday, November 12.

~posted by Jessie