Salinas Public Library

Notice: Library services and locations are currently limited due to Covid-19 impact. There are currently no late fines charged to all borrowed materials until further notice.

Curbside pick-up, material return, and library card services are available at El Gabilan and Cesar Chavez Library. Copy/Print/Fax/Scan services are available during curbside service hours.
Outdoor return boxes are open at Cesar Chavez and John Steinbeck Library. Click here for updated information on Curbside Services.

24/7 digital and online learning library are always available. Digital Library Card is available to access digital resources. Library Card by Mail application is now available.

Check library calendar for virtual program schedule for all ages. Free wifi access is available at all library locations.

Salinas Public

Library

John Steinbeck Library

350 Lincoln Avenue
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 758-7311

M, F, Sat: 10-6
Tu, Th: 12-8
Wed: 12-6
Sun: 1-6

Cesar Chavez Library

615 Williams Road
Salinas, CA 93905
(831) 758-7345

M, F, Sat: 10-6
Tu, Th: 12-8
Wed: 12-6
Sun: 1-6

El Gabilan Library

1400 North Main Street
Salinas, CA 93906
(831) 758-7302

M, F, Sat: 10-6
Tu, Th: 12-8
Wed: 12-6
Sun: 1-6

Mobile Services

Kindermobile

Paletero Cart

Homebound Services:
Call (831) 758-7311 to check eligibility

Upcoming Events

Personalized Holiday Ornament

November 27, 2020 to December 6, 2020

We are firing up our laser cutter again, this time cutting personalized ornaments out of plywood!

Submit the name you'd like on the ornament to this Google Form and we'll take care of the rest!

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Nov
30

Virtual Beyond Basics Computer Class

All Locations

• 6:00pm

Digital Skills are necessary today! Gain valuable, transferable skills as you increase your confidence in safely navigating the digital world. Learn how popular Google Apps...
Dec
01

Toddler Tales

• 10:00am

Calling all toddlers and their caregivers! Come join us for virtual stories, songs, rhymes and fun. This program is bilingual and guarantees a fun time for all. Acompáñanos...
Dec
01

High School Equivalency Check-In

All Locations

• 6:00pm

We are currently serving our English and Spanish speaking participants via phone and email. We also offer a weekly ZOOM check in, this is an opportunity for participants to...
Dec
04

Christmas Ornament Kit

El Gabilan Library

• 12:00pm

Are you ready for the holidays? Salinas Public Library is getting ready to distribute Christmas Ornament Kits. Make sure to stop by El Gabilan Library or Cesar Chavez Library...
Dec
04

First Friday Art Talk

All Locations

• 4:30pm

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a working artist? Come meet different local artists each month and explore the story of their exciting artwork. The First Friday Art...

How Do I's

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How Do I Use the Digital Arts Lab?

How Do I Use the microfilm machine?

How Do I Play video games at the Library?

How Do I Use the Library computers?

How Do I Use the Library Wi-Fi?

How Do I Use the Library photocopy machine?

Recent News Posts

Supporting Preschool Children During the Pandemic

November 17, 2020

Throughout the pandemic, elementary, middle and high school students have continued their learning journeys through virtual means. But what about the littlest learners, those who have not yet entered formal schooling?

A great deal of foundational learning takes place during the...

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Teachers and parents welcome new "Teaching Books" resource

November 10, 2020

Meeting the current challenges of distance learning, the California State Library has made available Teaching Books, an engaging collection of resources about children's and young adult books and authors that are sure to help young people engage in literature. From instructional tool kits to ...

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Library "spooks" lots of fun with Halloween Lane

November 3, 2020

With little normal about this year's holiday, the Library & Community Services Department joined with the Salinas Fire Department to offer a unique Halloween experience that was well received by all in attendance. More than 350 cars lined up at the Salinas Sports Complex and drove through...

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Empowering adults to reach their goals!

October 27, 2020

Becoming a US citizen is a dream for many Salinas residents, and the Literacy Center at the Salinas Public Library is here to help during the current COVID-19 crisis, and beyond. Three...

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