Salinas Public Library

Notice:

Limited curbside pick-up and material return services available at El Gabilan Library, on Monday-Friday from 10am-2pm. Borrowed materials can also be returned at Cesar Chavez Library's outdoor return box 24/7. Click here for more information on available services.

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

Our 24/7 digital and online learning library are always open. Digital Library Card is available to access digital resources. Please check our calendar for various virtual programs for all ages.

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

High School Equivalency Check-In

August 11, 2020

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 drop in for ‘in-person’ support. We also offer one-to-one support with our virtual tutors.

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Aug
13

Virtual Citizenship class

All Locations

• 6:00pm

Due to the Shelter-in-Place order, our Citizenship Class is going virtual! Come and join us every Thursday at 6 p.m. for our weekly check-in via Zoom. ...
Aug
14

Self-Directed Computer Course Level 2

All Locations

• 2:00pm

Apply the skills you've been learning as you work on fun collaborative projects like creating your own Space Shuttle adventure. Using familiar and new Google Apps, participants...
Aug
14

Virtual Beyond Basics Computer Orientation

All Locations

• 2:00pm

Computer Orientations are back! If you're ready to put your skills to the test, join the Literacy Center for the Fall Virtual Beyond Basic Computer Orientation scheduled for...
Aug
14

Beyond Basics Computer Course

All Locations

• 6:00pm

Now more than ever, digital skills are necessary. From making online appointments and staying in touch with loved ones to supporting your children’s learning, we are ready to...
Aug
17

Self-Directed Computer Course Level 1

All Locations

• 2:00pm

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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Recent News Posts

A New Way to Access Digital Magazines

August 11, 2020

Salinas Public Library patrons now have more choice to access their favorite digital magazines, with the addition of Flipster from EBSCO Information Services. The addition of this service, which has been made possible through funding allocation from...

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Don't delay! Turn in your summer reading logs today!

July 28, 2020

Did you know adults and families now have more time to turn in their Summer Reading Challenge logs and receive a book prize? While the Summer Reading Challenge ends on Friday, July 31, the deadline for turning in logs (physical or virtual) has been extended to Friday, August 14.

Why do...

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El Gabilan Library Receives Prestigious Design Award

July 28, 2020

The Salinas Public Library is delighted to announce that the new El Gabilan Library has received a prestigious engineering award for its construction and design!

The Engineering News Record (ENR) recently named ...

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New "Grab & Go" Service to Launch July 20th!

July 14, 2020

Sometimes deciding which books to check out for your children can be daunting. The Salinas Public Library has made this easier by creating Grab & Go Bundles, small collections of 5 librarian-selected books from our newest arrivals. Grab & Go Bundles are currently available for Picture...

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