Kids

If I don't have any balance on my account, or I already paid them, can I get cash or credits?

No. The Read Away program waives outstanding fees only. No reimbursement of past fees or credit towards possible future fees will be provided.

What fees will be waived?

Any and all fees accrued on your card. We will waive lost and damaged material replacement fees, processing fees, and library card replacement fees.

* Fees related to printing cost or meeting room rental are not eligible for this program.
** Since we no longer charge overdue/late fines, if you have one on your account, please let our staff know. We will remove all previously accrued overdue fines immediately.

How do I qualify?

If you have a Salinas Public Library card with fees or balance on your account, you’re eligible! You just have to log your time reading by submitting the form above.

Trick or Treating in the Library

John Steinbeck Library, Cesar Chavez Library, Library Connection @ Northridge

Come in costume and join us on Halloween for special Trick or Treating.

4:00 - 7:30 pm, Cesar Chavez Library and John Steinbeck Library

Class Visit Form

Dear Teacher,

The staff of the Salinas Public Library is pleased to have you and your students visit the library. We can tailor the visit to suit the needs and grade level of your group. If you...

Teacher's Page

The Salinas Public Library is delighted to partner with local teachers to help students with projects or learn about the library in a hands-on visit.

To reserve materials or request lists of available materials that pertain to a particular subject or project that has been assigned in a...

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My Smart Card

BOOKS AND MORE Library Catalog...
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Opt Out Forms

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What resources are available to my child with a smart card?

HelpNow – your child can get free homework help from a live tutor everyday, from 1:00 – 10:00 pm.

California Missions – your child can find out all about any California Mission using this digital resource from Follett Shelf.