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The Steinbeck Library Exterior

John Steinbeck Library

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

Regular hours are:
Mon & Fri: 10 - 4
Tu, Wed, Th:  12 - 6

Curbside Services available
Cesar Chavez Library Exterior

Cesar Chavez Library

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

Regular hours are:
Tu, Wed, Th: 12-6
Fri & Sat: 10-4

Curbside Services available

El Gabilan Library

 

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

Regular hours are:
Mon, Fri & Sat: 10-4
Tu, Wed, Th: 12-6

Curbside Services available

Bookmobile Service

Kindermobile
Scheduled visits to kindergarten classes in Salinas


Bookmobile & Paletero Cart
Access library during special events

Upcoming Events

EGL - Family Game Fest

July 27, 2024

Family Game Fest: Floor is Lava

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  • Jul
    29
    EGL - Kinder Boot Camp

    El Gabilan Library

    • 9:00am

    Prepare your soon-to-be kindergartener to confidently step into the first day of school with the help of the Salinas Public Library's Kinder Boot Camps! This year, our Kinder...

  • Jul
    30
    EGL - Kinder Boot Camp

    El Gabilan Library

    • 9:00am

    Prepare your soon-to-be kindergartener to confidently step into the first day of school with the help of the Salinas Public Library's Kinder Boot Camps! This year, our Kinder...

  • Jul
    30
    Virtual | Meet the Author: Dan Santat

    All Locations

    • 11:00am

    Dan's always been a good kid. But being good doesn't stop him from being bullied, which is why he has low expectations when he’s sent on a class trip to Europe which proves to...

  • Jul
    30
    EGL - Learn and Play Storytime

    El Gabilan Library

    • 12:00pm

    Join us for storytime at El Gabilan Library. We will read books, sing songs and have a fun activity at the end! For ages 0-4, and older children are more than welcome to join...

  • Jul
    30
    EGL | Garden to Vase: Flower Arranging Workshop

    El Gabilan Library

    • 4:00pm

    Let your creativity bloom at our free workshop led by the talented Jessica from The Farm! Learn how to create stunning arrangements using organic flowers like dahlias and...

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How Do I's

How Do I print using my device?
How Do I Play video games at the Library?
How Do I Sign up for the library's newsletter?
How Do I Use the microfilm machine?
How Do I Use the Digital Arts Lab?
How Do I Use the Library Wi-Fi?
How Do I Use the Library computers?

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Recent News Posts

Summer Fun with Literacy!

July 3, 2024

Literacy celebrated the Summer Solstice and official start of the season with a fun-filled Stress-Free Summer Festival at El Gabilan Library. The program was open to the public and attendees enjoyed tacos, shaved ice, yoga, an obstacle course, games, puzzles, crafts... suffice to say we got ...

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Register for Kinder/TK Boot Camp Today!

July 1, 2024

Prepare your soon-to-be kindergartener to confidently step into the first day of school with the help of the Salinas Public Library's Kinder Boot Camps! This year, our Kinder Boot Camps will be accepting incoming transitional kindergarten (TK) students in additional to kindergarten students....

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Salinas Public Library Satisfaction Survey

June 21, 2024

The Salinas Public Library would like your help!

Please take a few minutes to answer a brief survey about our services, facilities, collections, and programs. Your feedback will help help improve our services.

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Library Summer Programs 2024

June 3, 2024

Join the Salinas Public Library Summer Learning Program for fun, engaging, and FREE in-person activities all summer long.  A variety of drop-in and registration-based programs will be offered through the summer to promote learning and exploration. 

All youth ...

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Coming Soon

Featured E-Resources

New York Times Digital

Use your library card for complimentary, unlimited access to the digital edition of The New York Times, one of the leading national newspaper in the country.

Mango Languages

Powered by intelligent technology and an adaptive algorithm, Mango empowers you to communicate with confidence, preparing you for uncharted experiences with language and culture.  Challenge yourself to discover something new.

HelpNow Live Tutoring

Get free, live online tutoring everyday from 1 - 10 pm for all grade level and college students.

LinkedIn Learning

Lynda.com has migrated to LinkedIn Learning.  Enjoy an expanded selection of professional tutorials on business, photography, software, web design, photography, video, 3D animation, and more. Get step-by-step instructions for creating a new LinkedIn Learning account.