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Embrace Leadership at the Salinas Public Library: Celebrate National Library Week

News Date: 
Apr 3 2018 - 9:30am

Salinas Public Library joins libraries nationwide in celebrating the many ways libraries lead their communities through the transformative services, programs and expertise they offer.

April 8-14 is National Library...

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Zip Books FAQs

Are there other fees for Zip Books?

We no longer charge Zip Book fees; however, if a Zip Book is not returned, you may have to pay a replacement fee before you can request another Zip Book.

What happens to returned Zip Books?

Our librarians will review the item and evaluate whether to add the item to the library’s collection. If it is not added to the collection, it will be given to the Friends of Salinas Public Library (FOSPL) or another organization.

Why would my Zip Books request be denied?

Your request may be denied if the item does not meet the Zip Books criteria listed or if another patron has requested the same Zip Book.

Have more questions on Zip Books?

For any other questions regarding the Zip Books program, please email library staff at splzipbooks [at] ci.salinas.ca.us (subject: Zip%20Books%20Inquiry%20from%20Library%20Website)

JSL English Conversation Class

Would you like to practice your English?
Join us every Monday, for an hour of conversation at John Steinbeck Library.

JSL Computer Orientation

John Steinbeck Library

Computer Orientation 

Basics of a Chromebook, introduction to Google Docs. slides, sheets, email and internet search.

CCL Computer Orientation

Cesar Chavez Library

Computer Orientation

Basics of a Chromebook, introduction to Google Docs. slides, sheets, email and internet search.

Zip Books

Zip Books is back! To participate in the program, make sure to read the information below and fill out a Zip Books Request Form .

The Zip Books program is a free state-funded service that allows...

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Why would my Zip Books request not be approved?

If the item does not meet the Zip Books criteria listed above, your request may not be approved. If another patron has requested the same item, we may not approve your reques,t but we will put you on the hold list for that item once it is returned.

What happens to returned Zip Books?

Our Librarian will review the item and decide whether it can be added to the Library’s collection. If it is not added to the collection, it will be given to Friends of Salinas Public Library or another organization.

Are there other fees for Zip Books?

The Zip Books request fee of $2.00 will only be charged to your account if your request is approved.

There are no overdue fines for Zip Books. However, if you lose a Zip Book, you may have to pay a replacement fee before you can request another Zip Book.