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Students find success in library's Citizenship program

News Date: 
Mar 23 2021 - 10:30am

The Virtual Citizenship Classes at the library have been quite busy with people still asking about the new and old tests, and preparing for upcoming exams. It turns out that...

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Help us design our new state-of-the-art bookmobile!

News Date: 
Mar 17 2021 - 1:00pm

Over the last four years we have heard from community members about how the library is used now, and how you would like to continue utilizing it in the future....

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Genealogy Basics: Searching with Confidence

Researching your family history can be fascinating, and frustrating.

Virtual | Healthy Living Series: Fit Fitness Into Your Day

No workout gear? No problem! Discover ways to use common household items to build your own workout routine.

How to Apply

When are applications open? 
Friday, March 5, 2021 thru Wednesday, March 31, 2021.

Where is the application found? 
Submission Form

What needs to be included in my application?
Your submitted application must include the following: 
-  One or two original poems  showing excellence in  content,  craft,  and  voice, totaling no more than 10 pages typed. Please be sure your written work is spell-checked.

Who can I contact with questions?

If you have questions, please email poetry [at] ci.salinas.ca.us , or call the Salinas Public Library at (831) 758-7302.

If I win, how will I receive the prize?

 A scholarship cash prize in the form of a check will be issued to you or one of your parents or legal guardians by May 1, 2021.  

What is the judging process?

The  2021 Youth Poet Laureate  will be the poet who scores the highest total number of points.  The Vice Laureate will have the 2nd  highest score based on the following criteria: 

Who are the judges?

There are five judges, representing a diverse group of experts from literacy, arts and educational organizations as well as local artists and activists.  

When will the winner be announced?

The new Youth Poet Laureate will be notified by Friday, April 9, 2021, and will be publicly announced at the virtual Salinas City Council Meeting on Tuesday, April 13, 2021.