Solana Beach Library

This is a nice-​looking library but so noisy! The junior high school kids hang out here all day long. The library does not control the noise level, so it’s not a good place for study or reading. Lots of computers, limited book selection. Still, as part of the SD Public library system there are loads of benefits– just don’t expect to be able to think while you’re here.

What a beautiful library! Just like Solana Beach, itself, the Solana Beach library is gorgeous yet low-​key. Located on the campus of Earl Warren Middle School, this should be the wave of the future in consolidating schools and libraries near or even adjacent to one another.
I like what Clare McDonald said on the library Facebook page:
«Love this branch for many reasons: helpful staff, lots of DVDs and CDs, an entire wall of magazines! Oh and yes: there are lots of books and interesting programs. You can even check out a laptop computer and update your Facebook page on free wifi!»
Plus the design is modern and stimulating. Fresh, vibrant colors are used and industrial style design gives the Solana Beach Library a contemporary feel so kids feel cool about hanging there. It is most definitely NOT like the stuffy, dingy and bland libraries of the past!
Regular storytimes started up again this past September. If you have little ones, come by on Monday mornings for Toddler/​Preschool Storytime at 9:30 am & Bilingual Baby Storytime at 10:30 am. This is how you develop a love of the written word with an impressionable baby or toddler: inspire them with visits to a library where they can learn to enjoy books and reading. It will help the kids when it is time for school and give them a head start om learning – if only learning to SIT STILL!
Because of the library’s affiliation with the school, they have two sets of hours.
When school is in session:
M-​Th: 7:30 am — 6:00 pm T-​W: 7:30 am — 8:00 pm
F: 7:30 am — 5:00 pm S: 9:30 am — 5:00 pm
When school is not in session:
M-​Th: 9:30 am — 6:00 pm T-​W: 9:30 am — 8:00 pm
F: 9:30 am — 5:00 pm S: 9:30 am — 5:00 pm
I love the very cool city of Solana Beach and I also love the Solana Beach Library!
5 Unilocal STARS for awesomeness all around!