Salinas Public Library News
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Laptops Now Available for 30 Day Loan at Cesar Chavez Library

September 21, 2023
New to computers or already a seasoned pro looking for a portable, easy to use device? We've got what you need! Windows laptops are now available for 30-day loans at the Cesar Chavez Library.
Available to anyone with an adult card in good standing, these laptops can give you a quick...
Friends Gather to Honor Salinas Librarians

September 11, 2023
On Thursday, August 31st friends and colleagues gathered at El Gabilan Library to witness the unveiling of a plaque dedicated to the memory of two of our wonderful librarians past: Vanessa Bautista and Anthony Lacono. Deputy Librarian, Mila Rianto, opened the event by talking about their dedication to the community while colleagues Margarita Medina Romero...
Get Books Delivered with Zip Books!

September 8, 2023
Zip Books service is restarting this month at Salinas Public Library. This service, which is funded by the State of California and administered by the California State Library, provides an opportunity for library patrons to request and receive books that the library doesn't have in our collection. Library cardholders can receive their requested book delivered...
Get in Your Element this Fall with a Library Card

August 25, 2023
Community members are invited to join library staff on September 12 where the Salinas City Council will proclaim September as Library Card Sign-Up Month in Salinas, during their scheduled City Council meeting. "Salinas Public Library, along with libraries in the nation, continues to adapt and expand services to meet the evolving...
Hope Shines Bright!

July 31, 2023
One of the great joys of working in Adult & Family Literacy in the state of California is the wonderful professional network we are part of. Staff and tutors from programs across the state regularly share challenges and ideas, and collaborate on local and statewide projects. One recent collaboration was the Adult New Reader project...