The Steinbeck Library Exterior

John Steinbeck Library

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

Temporarily Closed.

Curbside Services hours are:
Mon & Fri: 10 - 2
Tu, Wed, Th:  2 - 6
Cesar Chavez Library Exterior

Cesar Chavez Library

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

Temporarily Closed.

Curbside Services hours are:
Tu, Wed, Th: 2-6
Fri & Sat: 10-2

El Gabilan Library

 

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

Temporarily Closed.

Curbside Services hours are:
Mon & Fri: 10-2
Tu, Wed, Th: 2-6

Bookmobile Service

Kindermobile

Scheduled visits to kindegarten classes in Salinas

Bookmobile

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Upcoming Events

Paper Stop-Motion Sessions (Cutout Animation)

April 15, 2021
Paper Stop-Motion Session [Cutout Animation] 

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  • Apr
    15
    DIY April Crafts

    All Locations

    • 2:00pm

    Stop by one of our three libraries to pick up April's DIY craft kit on April 15th starting at 2PM.  The kit will include supplies to make either a Fairy or Dragon Lantern...

  • Apr
    15
    Virtual Citizenship class

    All Locations

    • 6:00pm

    Need help with citizenship preparation? Join us every Thursday at 6 p.m. for our weekly check-in via Zoom. 

    Participants will have access to our online Google Classroom...

  • Apr
    16
    Intermediate Self-Directed Computer Course

    All Locations

    • 2:00pm

    Take your digital skills to the next level as you learn from home with the Applied Digital Skills Curriculum. Get organized and learn how to manage your time using effective ...

  • Apr
    16
    Virtual Music & Movement

    All Locations

    • 3:00pm

    Join us for our Virtual Music and Movement program! Shake your sillies out in the comfort of your own home. Recommended for ages 0-3.

    Fill out this...

  • Apr
    19
    Spring Beyond Basics Computer Course

    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...

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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?

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Recent News Posts

Volunteers are essential!

April 6, 2021

While the pandemic has put many limitations on volunteering in the library and elsewhere, we want to take a moment to celebrate two of our active Literacy volunteers that are making a difference by helping other adults learn computer skills.

David decided to become a volunteer after...

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Students find success in library's Citizenship program

March 23, 2021

The Virtual Citizenship Classes at the library have been quite busy with people still asking about the new and old tests, and preparing for upcoming exams.  It turns out that the changes imposed by the last administration in Washington which made the test longer and more difficult were reversed...

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Help us design our new state-of-the-art bookmobile!

March 17, 2021

Over the last four years we have heard from community members about how the library is used now, and how you would like to continue utilizing it in the future.  Through dozens of community meetings, surveys, and public input events, we’ve heard you loud and clear: You want Salinas Public...

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Are you our next Youth Poet Laureate?

March 8, 2021

Poetry can be a powerful force for good.  Like all the other cultural activities that make Salinas a great place to live, the arts also need to be nurtured. 

In this spirit, and to tap into the creative energy of youth in our community, we are announcing the selection of a Salinas Youth...

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