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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, 2024 - 9:00am to 11:00am
Cesar Chavez 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! This year, our Kinder Boot Camps will be accepting incoming transitional kindergarten (TK) students in additional to
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July 16, 2024 - 9:00am to 11:00am
Cesar Chavez 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! This year, our Kinder Boot Camps will be accepting incoming transitional kindergarten (TK) students in additional to
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July 16, 2024 - 11:00am to 12:00pm
All Locations
Ever since the monster apocalypse, thirteen year old Jack lives in a fortified treehouse armed to the teeth. But slaying monsters alone is impossible so he gathers a team to help. Can they survive? Meet the author of The Last
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July 16, 2024 - 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, 2024 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Cesar Chavez Library
This summer, join us every Tuesday for an afternoon of activities or crafts. Fun for the entire family, all ages welcomed.
Cesar Chavez Library
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
For more information contact Cristela at cristela.aguilar [at] ci.salinas.ca.us
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July 16, 2024 - 3:00pm to 4:30pm
John Steinbeck Library
Join us in the library for Make & Explore, our family craft event featuring a fun activity or hands on experiment! Spend some quality time together creating and learning through play.
Every third Tuesday of the month, 3PM - 4:30PM at the
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July 17, 2024 - 9:00am to 11:00am
Cesar Chavez 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! This year, our Kinder Boot Camps will be accepting incoming transitional kindergarten (TK) students in additional to
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July 17, 2024 - 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.
Recommended for ages 3-8.
Wednesdays at 10:30 am: Location
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July 17, 2024 - 12:00pm to 12:45pm
El Gabilan Library
RESCHEDULED PERFORMANCE
Join Science Heroes on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle! Along the way, the audience helps the performer conduct exciting science experiments that bring this story to life. Experiment with chemical reactions, air pressure, physical explosions, and
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July 17, 2024 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm
John Steinbeck Library
Welcome to the library's weekly creative challenge! Can you build a Lego structure that could survive landing on Mars? How about constructing a structure out of marshmallows? Each week we will have fun building challenges to inspire your ingenuity!
No registration
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July 18, 2024 - 9:00am to 11:00am
Cesar Chavez 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! This year, our Kinder Boot Camps will be accepting incoming transitional kindergarten (TK) students in additional to
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July 18, 2024 - 12:30pm to 2:00pm
El Gabilan Library
Level Up: Summer Game Club
Summer Game Club offers kids a chance to have a fun time with video games, card games, and board games. Games will include Exploding Kittens, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Yoshi’s Crafted
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July 18, 2024 - 2:00pm to 6:00pm
All Locations
DIY Kit: Summer Scrapbook
Create your own Summer Scrapbook! A scrapbook is a special booklet for keeping memories and fun stuff. Make it yours by adding photos, drawings, stickers, and more. We'll provide you with lots of materials to use
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July 18, 2024 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
John Steinbeck Library
Bring your family to Storytime Jamboree at the John Steinbeck Library! We'll read, sing, and dance together as we put the focus on fun and set the silly to 11. This summer each storytime will have a special adventure activity at the