John Steinbeck Library

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  • Photo Credit: Nick Frey

    Services at this Library:

    • More than 100,000 items for all ages available in variety of languages and formats such as books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, music CDs, books on CD, and more
    • Local history and John Steinbeck special collection
    • Reference materials for in-library use, including access to in-library use database of grants and historical California telephone directories
    • Free WiFi
    • Public use computers with internet access and printing capabilities
    • Photocopy machine, print, fax, and scan service
    • Children's area equipped with early literacy computer stations, children's story time, and family programs 
    • Teen area equipped with Teen Lounge console gaming systems and teen programs
    • Literacy Center that provides adult and family literacy programs and resources
    • Digital Arts Lab equipped with multimedia editing software
    • Library staff who can provide assistance locating information, using print and electronic sources, and choosing books and other materials

    Some of the artwork on display at John Steinbeck Library are part of the Salinas Valley Art Association (SVAA) rotating collection. SVAA is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of the visual arts since its inception in 1945.  For further inquiries about the artworks on display, please visit the SVAA Facebook page(link is external).

     

    Upcoming Events

    • Apr
      01

      John Steinbeck Library

      3:00pm

      Independent Studies Class

      Join this course to achieve your goals with a tailored digital experience. Participate in our Open Lab to enhance your...

    • Apr
      03

      John Steinbeck Library

      2:00pm

      Stop by and learn about our Literacy Services every Tuesday and Thursday from 2PM to 5PM.

    • Apr
      03

      John Steinbeck Library

      3:00pm

      Independent Studies Class

      Join this course to achieve your goals with a tailored digital experience. Participate in our Open Lab to enhance your...

    • Apr
      03

      John Steinbeck Library

      4:00pm

      Bring your family to Storytime Jamboree at the John Steinbeck Library! We'll read, sing, and dance together as we put the focus on fun and set the silly to 11. For ages 0-7,...

    • Apr
      08

      John Steinbeck Library

      2:00pm

      Stop by and learn about our Literacy Services every Tuesday and Thursday from 2PM to 5PM.