September is Library Card Sign-up Month! If you don’t have a card, it’s one of the easiest things you can do to open the door to free (and cheap) entertainment.
Not only can you check out books in the library, but you can also gain access to apps like Libby, where you can borrow digital books, audiobooks, and digital magazines.
The following benefits are available from the San Diego County and City of San Diego Library networks. Check with your local library to see what benefits and events they host!
Get out on the Town: Reserve free or low-cost family day passes to local museums and attractions (like the New Children’s Museum, Museum of Us, and San Diego Museum of Art) using your San Diego Public Library or San Diego County Library card.
Get into Nature: CA State Library Parks Pass: Check out a physical vehicle-entry pass for free admission to participating California State Parks for 14 days.
Digital Research Databases: Use your library card for free access to online subscriptions, language learning software, and digital archives.
Skill-Building & Wellness Classes: Access free instructional classes covering healthy aging, programs for adults with disabilities, and wellness activities like yoga or meditation.
Learning for the whole family: ABC Mouse is available for free with your library card, and it’s a great resource for young kids. There are resources for kids of all ages, including help with homework!
Free Events: Most local library systems host free events. Our local branch hosts activities for kids, families, teens (laser tag once a month at the library after hours!), and seniors. There are tons of events every month– scroll through and find something that interests you!
It says 7 weeks, but the first week has already passed.
National Ice Cream Day is next week!! I recommend that you download any apps required for these deals at least 1 day prior to ensure that you have the app and are all signed up for any clubs or offers. Not all of these offers are available in my specific area, but I included them because I have readers outside of San Diego.
This upcoming Wednesday, July 15, is National Give Something Away Day. This is a great opportunity to share things that you no longer need from your home. Here are several ways that I will be celebrating this day.
This week I’ve been binge-watching The Pitt and doing what seems like endless laundry.
May 4-8, 2026 is Teacher Appreciation Week, and to celebrate, there are some freebies and deals around.
Hewes Family Fun 