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November 29, 2017 - 4:00pm
What's cuter than a kindergartner getting a library card?
A kindergartner posing for a picture after winning a prize at our Family Date Night!
We're happy to report that we distributed over 4000 library card applications in a two week
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July 15, 2025 - 9:00am to 11:00am
El Gabilan Library
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! Our Kinder Boot Camp will be accepting incoming kindergarten students in additional to transitional kindergarten (TK) students.
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July 15, 2025 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Cesar Chavez Library
Salinas Public Library is partnering with Alisal School District to provide Salinas children and teens free lunch throughout the summer. This program allows anyone under 18 to get a nutritious meal at no cost. Meals will be available for dine-in
Event
July 15, 2025 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
El Gabilan Library
This summer Learn and Play Storytime is an adventure!
Join us for storytime at El Gabilan Library, where we will read books, sing songs, and then have a variety of fun activities for the kids. There will be water tables, chalk,
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July 16, 2025 - 9:00am to 11:00am
El Gabilan Library
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! Our Kinder Boot Camp will be accepting incoming kindergarten students in additional to transitional kindergarten (TK) students.
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July 16, 2025 - 10:30am to 11:00am
What’s better than storytime? Storytime in the park! Gather your family and come listen to stories and sing some songs in the great outdoors. Make sure to bring your blanket. No registration required.
This month we are at El Dorado Park!
Event
July 16, 2025 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Cesar Chavez Library
Salinas Public Library is partnering with Alisal School District to provide Salinas children and teens free lunch throughout the summer. This program allows anyone under 18 to get a nutritious meal at no cost. Meals will be available for dine-in

Event
July 16, 2025 - 2:30pm to 4:00pm
El Gabilan Library
Family Reading Circle
Attention all families enrolled in the Literacy Program! Join us for this exciting program and kick off your learning journey on the right foot!
The Literacy Program has organized a fun-themed four-week series designed for the whole
Event
July 16, 2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Cesar Chavez Library
Discover the natural world at the Salinas Public Library! The Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History’s WOW (Wonder on Wheels) vehicle is bringing hands-on activities. Learn about local amazing plants and animals in our county.
Cesar Chavez Library
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Event
July 16, 2025 - 2:30pm to 4:00pm
Cesar Chavez Library
This summer join us every Wednesday for an afternoon of activities or crafts. Fun for the entire family, all ages welcomed.
Cesar Chavez Library
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
June 11 - July 23, 2025
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July 16, 2025 - 3:00pm to 4:30pm
John Steinbeck Library
A treasure awaits those clever enough to find it! Join us for Treasure Hunt as kids solve a series of themed puzzles to unlock their prize. Themes include Super Mario, Minecraft, and Pokemon!
Wednesday, June 18th and July 2nd & 16th, 2025
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July 17, 2025 - 9:00am to 11:00am
El Gabilan Library
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! Our Kinder Boot Camp will be accepting incoming kindergarten students in additional to transitional kindergarten (TK) students.
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