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Lakeside Library SDCL branches offer digital and physical collections with entertaining and educational programs.

The Lakeside Library is a branch of the San Diego County Library system, offering an extensive collection of books, movies, and music with apps allowing you to download eBooks, news, magazines and audiobooks. As one of the newest San Diego County Library branches, located at 12428 Woodside Avenue, Lakeside Library was constructed with community and sustainability in mind. The zero-net energy and Leed Gold Certified library provides the public with more than 16,000 square-feet of endless opportunities and is mindfully decorated with themed art specific to the Lakeside area and outdoor beauty of Lindo Lake. Other building highlights include:
• Dedicated children and teen spaces and collections
• Study rooms and homework centers for group assignments
• Comfortable powered seating
• Community and conference rooms for meeting space
• Office of Military and Veterans Affairs VetConnect
• Friends of the Library bookstore
• Electric vehicle parking with two charging stations
• ADA Accessible Entry

Technology Resources:
• Laptop check-out kiosk
• Free WiFi accessible inside library and parking area
• Computer usage
• Automated materials check-out
• Makerbot 3D Printer

eLibrary
• eBooks and audiobook downloads | Libby & The Palace Project
• Learning Apps | ABCMouse, Rosetta Stone and more
• Online Courses | LinkedIn Learning, Gale & Udemy
• Professional development, job search and career skill apps
• Online tutoring for K12 and college students | HelpNow
• Local and International news and magazines | PressReader
• Financial Resources | MorningStar
• Health & Medical Information | Merck Manuals & Medline Plus
• Legal resources to search local, state and federal legal cases, forms, codes and laws; track legislation; locate inmates; find referrals to lawyers offering pro-bono services; and access legal news. Lakeside Programming for all ages:
• Author Visits & Book Clubs and Discussions
• Concerts, Lectures and Community Events
• Children's Storytime
• Afterschool Activities and STEAM
• DVM Test Prep

Explore more at SDCL.org and learn more about the Lakeside Library building by visiting hed.design/stories/san-diego-county-lakeside-community-library

San Diego County Library is among the top 10 national and international public library providers of eBooks. With 33 branches, five kiosks, countless special events, and a team of enthusiastic and creative staff, brings residents a physical and virtual hub of education, entertainment, and culture. Every year, five million customers take advantage of SDCL's 30,000 programs and services, checking out more than 11 million items, including books, CDs, DVDs, and more. SDCL is part of San Diego County's Land Use & Environment Group and is committed to helping the community thrive and grow. San Diego County Library
• Discover & Go museum access to local attractions
• Library High School | Accredited online high school diploma for adults from Career Online High School
• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• Adult Literacy
• Teen Service Learner Program
• Volunteer Opportunities & Friends of the Library

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Did you know that we offer Homework Help every Wednesday from 1:30-3:30PM? No appointments needed!
10/15/2026

Did you know that we offer Homework Help every Wednesday from 1:30-3:30PM? No appointments needed!

Save the date! Join us for a Blood Drive in partnership with the American Red Cross on November 20th from 11-4PM at Lake...
10/14/2026

Save the date! Join us for a Blood Drive in partnership with the American Red Cross on November 20th from 11-4PM at Lakeside Library!

Join us on Halloween at 10:30AM for a special Saturday Spooky Storytime at Lakeside Library! Our librarians look forward...
10/13/2026

Join us on Halloween at 10:30AM for a special Saturday Spooky Storytime at Lakeside Library! Our librarians look forward to seeing your costumes as we parade around the library.

Join us for our discussion of "Carrie Soto is Back" on Oct 22nd! Our Book Club welcomes new members at any time. Haven't...
10/09/2026

Join us for our discussion of "Carrie Soto is Back" on Oct 22nd! Our Book Club welcomes new members at any time. Haven't finished the book? No problem-- we'd love to see you. We also will be participating in One Book One San Diego this November-- more information to come!

Caitlyn from Grossmont Mobile Outreach Library will be tabling at Lakeside Library TOMORROW October 8th from 10-11AM. Co...
10/07/2026

Caitlyn from Grossmont Mobile Outreach Library will be tabling at Lakeside Library TOMORROW October 8th from 10-11AM. Come learn more about Grossmont Healthcare District Health and Wellness Library, sign up for a library card, and more.

Join us tomorrow 10/02 at 3PM in our conference room for a Diabetes Workshop hosted by San Diego American Indian Health ...
10/02/2026

Join us tomorrow 10/02 at 3PM in our conference room for a Diabetes Workshop hosted by San Diego American Indian Health Center.

Join us for some spooky programs this October at Lakeside Library! We hope to see you at our beautiful library.
10/01/2026

Join us for some spooky programs this October at Lakeside Library! We hope to see you at our beautiful library.

Adults, join us for these programs in October! 🎃Fri Oct 2nd: Diabetes Workshop 3-4PMSat Oct 3rd: Color Me Calm 3-4PMSat ...
09/29/2026

Adults, join us for these programs in October! 🎃

Fri Oct 2nd: Diabetes Workshop 3-4PM
Sat Oct 3rd: Color Me Calm 3-4PM
Sat Oct 10th: Bingo! 3-4PM
Sat Oct 17th: Pets to Destress with San Diego Humane Society 3-4PM
Sat Oct 24th: DIY Terrariums *class is currently FULL!*

No program on Oct 31st

Join us for an Earthquake Preparedness event in collaboration with SD County Cert, CalFire, and Listos CA this SATURDAY ...
09/23/2026

Join us for an Earthquake Preparedness event in collaboration with SD County Cert, CalFire, and Listos CA this SATURDAY Sept 22nd at 10:30AM!

Representatives from many organizations including Red Cross, SDGE, County Office of Emergency Services, and more will be onsite to provide resources and connect with the community. Activities for all ages will be provided following the presentation at 10:30AM.

Listos CA staff will be available from 10:30AM to 1:30PM with emergency preparedness information and bilingual resources.

Adults, we are planning our Spring 2027 programs and looking for YOUR feedback! Please vote via our dot survey over the ...
09/10/2026

Adults, we are planning our Spring 2027 programs and looking for YOUR feedback! Please vote via our dot survey over the next few weeks, located near our patio entrance. You can pick your top 4 programs!

Address

12428 Woodside Avenue
Lakeside, CA
92040

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 12pm - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+16194431811

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