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El Gabilan Library
The Library is Now Open!
Regular business hours have now resumed. Stop by today and check out the new and improved El Gabilan Libary!
- Various items for all ages available in variety of languages and formats such as books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, music CDs, books on CD, and more
- Reference materials for in-library use
- Free WiFi
- Study rooms
- Community meeting room
- Technology and Makerspaces
- Public use computers with internet access and printing capabilities
- Children's area equipped with early literacy computer stations, children's story time and programs
- Literacy resources and programs, including Read Grow Play playgroup
- Monterey Bay Aquarium Shelf to Shore program
- Homebound Services program provides library services for city of Salinas residents with limited mobility
- Library staff who can provide assistance locating information, using print and electronic sources, and choosing books and other materials
Help us build and improve the collection of El Gabilan Library. Please support Friends of Salinas Public Library fundraising effort at https://www.gofundme.com/el-gabilan-library
Latest News
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Save the Date: Grand Opening scheduled for Saturday, February 22nd
January 29, 2020
Join us to celebrate the grand opening of the new El Gabilan Library on Saturday, February 22!
Tour the expanded, two-story library which features dedicated spaces for families, teens, and adults. The event will feature various performances and activities throughout the afternoon, from 12:00 - 4:00 pm.
Learn more about this project here , or call Mila Rianto, Deputy Librarian, for more information at (831) 758-7447,
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It's a vision soon to be realized!
December 9, 2019
We are happy to report that progress on the construction of the new El Gabilan Library is on schedule!
This month we're able to focus on interior work as the furnishings and shelving gets installed. The library book and material collections have also been ordered, and we expect to see them start to arrive in January. While the outdoor landscaping work has been slowed because of recent rains, the next few weeks should allow crews to get back on schedule.
Check out this time-lapsed video of the construction here !...
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Inching closer to the finish line!
May 1, 2019
How long does it take to build a library? When will it be ready? These are just a couple of the questions community members have asked us recently.
We're happy to report that construction of the new El Gabilan Library at 1400 North Main Street is on schedule to open to the public at the end of January, 2020. We know the wait will be well worth it!
If anyone is interested in making a cash donation to help purchase books for the new library, please go to the ...
El Gabilan Library
Street Address: 1400 North Main Street Salinas Regular Hours:
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(831) 758-7302
Upcoming Events
EGL Beginner Computer Classes
Learn the basics of a Chromebook while you improve your keyboard skills, learn to surf the internet safely, create files & folders, work with Google Docs and much more!
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Apr09
El Gabilan Library
• 6:00pmLearn the basics of a Chromebook while you improve your keyboard skills, learn to surf the internet safely, create files & folders, work with Google Docs and much more!...
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Apr10
El Gabilan Library
• 12:30pmPlaygroup for registered participants ONLY. If you are interested in our next session, please fill out an interest form.
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Apr14
El Gabilan Library
• 6:00pmFrom simple ways to eat healthy to understanding chronic disease prevention, this 5 week nutrition class will help prepare you to adopt a healthy lifestyle! Receive a bag of...
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Apr14
El Gabilan Library
• 6:00pmLearn the basics of a Chromebook while you improve your keyboard skills, learn to surf the internet safely, create files & folders, work with Google Docs and much more!...
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Apr15
El Gabilan Library
• 12:30pmPlaygroup for registered participants ONLY. If you are interested in our next session, please fill out an interest form.
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