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Location

4801 Santa Monica Ave.
San Diego, CA 92107

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Hours - Limited Hours

Currently open

Currently closed

Sunday:
closed
Monday:
11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday:
11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday:
9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Thursday:
9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Friday:
9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday:
9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Contact Info

Christy Rickey Meister
Branch Manager

Located in the heart of Ocean Beach, the library building dates back to 1928 when it was built at a cost of just $18,697. The current building replaced the original library, which opened in a storefront on Abbott street in 1916 after community leaders raised $200 to pay the rent of $5 per month. Architect Robert Snyder designed the library building and it was expanded in 1962 to its current size of 4,579 square feet. Another renovation in early 2012 provided new carpeting and a new roof. A treasure in this iconic beach community, the library has a dedicated group of supporters who take great pride in helping promote services and programs for library patrons.


Upcoming Events

Oct 512:30pm - 1:30pm

Banned Book Bingo and Craft

Elementary School Age

Oct 64pm - 6pm

Spooky Movie Friday -- Coraline

Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Oct 96:30pm - 7:30pm

Faux Insect Halloween Cloche

Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults

Oct 1012pm - 12:30pm

Baby Play & Learn

Babies/Toddlers

Oct 1110am - 10:30am

Rhythm and Movement

Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers

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  • Front area outside the Ocean Beach Library Front area outside the Ocean Beach Library
  • Children participating in a STEAM program at the Ocean Beach Library Children participating in a STEAM program at the Ocean Beach Library

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Friends of the Library

Ocean Beach Seed Library

Ocean Beach Seed Library

The Ocean Beach Seed Library is a place where patrons can share and lend seeds. Similar to checking out books, patrons are able to check out seeds for personal use. Patrons are encouraged to Borrow, Grow, and Harvest seeds. Attend one of our many Seed Library programs and join this community movement for sustainable urban agriculture. You don't need a library card and the checkout process is free and simple. Come to the Ocean Beach Library today and ask any staff member about this exciting program. Or feel free to call us at (619) 531- 1532. The Ocean Beach Seed Library is supported by the Friends of the Ocean Beach Library and other community partners.

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OB Seed Library in the News

Amenities

Parking - 17 parking spaces

Public Transportation - Bus Route 35

Computers for Public Use - 12 available

Location

4801 Santa Monica Ave.
San Diego, CA 92107

Hours - Limited Hours

Currently open

Currently closed

Sunday:
closed
Monday:
11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday:
11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday:
9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Thursday:
9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Friday:
9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday:
9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Contact Info

Christy Rickey Meister
Branch Manager

619-531-1532