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CCL Wise Voices Smart Choices

Cesar Chavez Library

From simple ways to eat healthy to understanding chronic disease prevention,, this 5 week nutrition class will help prepare you to adopt a healthy lifestyle!

CCL Better than Grains Cooking Demonstration

Cesar Chavez Library

A cooking demonstration where theory meets practice. Watch and learn how to add new twists to old classics to easily and quickly cook healthier. Follow your nose to find us!

CCL Eat Healthy on a Budget

Cesar Chavez Library

Outsmart the grocery store by joining us and learning the tips and tricks of buying healthy food without breaking the bank.

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Meet Kanopy, our latest streaming service for movies!

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Feb 4 2019 - 5:30pm

We think you're going to want to get to know Kanopy, our latest digital streaming services for movies. We think you'll be impressed by the huge selection of titles, the...

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Computer Class Tutor/Assistant

Bridge the digital divide by helping adults learn basic to intermediate computer skills. Help students learn how to type, use the internet, learn English language skills online and even aid with their employment search process. Instruction is given on an individual and small group basis at 

  • John Steinbeck, Cesar Chavez, and USCredit Union (in place of El Gabilan)
  • Morning - evening classes
  • Individual instruction is flexible and dependent on volunteer availability

Teen Collab Group

Are you a high school student looking for a fun way to earn community service hours? Join our Cesar Chavez Library Teen Collab Group! Our overall goals include to participate in simple community service projects, such as helping the Friends of the Salinas Public Library restock our Little Libraries, and organizing library programs for teens. Meetings are held monthly on the 

  • First and third Thursdays
  • Cesar Chavez Library
  • 4:00-6:00 pm

"What Do We Have for You Today?"

Assist with the day-to-day needs of our libraries.  Tasks vary by site but may include collection support, arts and crafts, shelving, cleaning and even helping with special events!  Positions are available at our 

  • John Steinbeck and Cesar Chavez Libraries
  • Regular library hours

Citizenship Class Tutor (16+)

Transform lives by preparing students for their Naturalization Test. Serve as a guide through the naturalization process by tutoring students on American History, giving mock interviews, and helping improve their reading, writing and verbal skills. Instruction is available on an individual and group basis. Classes are held at 

  • Tuesday and Thursday
  • Cesar Chavez Library
  • Evening Hours
  • Individual instruction is flexible and dependent on volunteer availability.

Adult Literacy Tutor (16+)

Assist adults in improving their basic reading skills so they can achieve their personal goals and develop their potential.  With improved literacy, so many doors are opened for adults in our community.  Help someone build their future as an Adult Literacy Tutor!  Positions are available at

  • Monday - Friday
  • John Steinbeck and Cesar Chavez Libraries
  • Varying hours