Located just blocks from the ocean, the Cardiff-by-the-Sea Branch Library is one of the oldest branches in the San Diego County Library system. Specializing in green living and surfing collections, this library also boasts the largest trade paperback/contemporary fiction collection in the county. Programs at this branch include children's events such as Saturday storytimes, Wii playdates, bilingual storytimes and movie matinees, as well as senior yoga, Spanish conversation, teen events and a First Wednesday Music Series.