Salinas Public Library

Salinas Public Library

The Salinas Public Library

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"What Do We Have for You Today?"

Assist with the day-to-day needs of our libraries.  Tasks vary by site but may include collection support, arts and crafts, shelving, cleaning and even helping with special events!  Positions are available at our 

  • John Steinbeck and Cesar Chavez Libraries
  • Regular library hours

Citizenship Class Tutor (16+)

Transform lives by preparing students for their Naturalization Test. Serve as a guide through the naturalization process by tutoring students on American History, giving mock interviews, and helping improve their reading, writing and verbal skills. Instruction is available on an individual and group basis. Classes are held at 

  • Tuesday and Thursday
  • Cesar Chavez Library
  • Evening Hours
  • Individual instruction is flexible and dependent on volunteer availability.

Adult Literacy Tutor (16+)

Assist adults in improving their basic reading skills so they can achieve their personal goals and develop their potential.  With improved literacy, so many doors are opened for adults in our community.  Help someone build their future as an Adult Literacy Tutor!  Positions are available at

  • Monday - Friday
  • John Steinbeck and Cesar Chavez Libraries
  • Varying hours

Homework Centers (16+)

Foster academic excellence by becoming a tutor at one of our four afterschool Homework Centers.  Help support the learning of 1st–6th grade students in subjects like Math, English, and Science. Assigned Homework Centers may include Cesar Chavez Library, Sherwood, Roosevelt and Los Padres Elementary Schools. Typical schedule is between

  • Monday - Friday
  • Cesar Chavez Library and Local Elementary Schools
  • 2:00 - 5:30 pm
  • Hours may vary slightly by site
John Steinbeck Library

Come and learn about the rights you have, regardless of your immigration status.

Cesar Chavez Library

Come and learn about the rights you have, regardless of your immigration status.

John Steinbeck Library

Come meet different local artists each month, and explore the story of their exciting artwork at our free First Friday Art Talk.

Cesar Chavez Library

Start the new year by learning how to exercise from the convenience of your home!

News Date: 
Jan 8 2019 - 3:30pm

Those were the words of Patricia Heywood when she had an opportunity to share what the program meant to her at last month's Computer Literacy Celebration.

Patricia was one...