Salinas Public Library

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JSL Open Lab For Active Students

350 Lincoln Ave. Salinas, CA 93901

Open Lab provides you with the opportunity to practice what you have learned in the computer class.

Using iPads to prepare for the Citizenship Exam

Photo of citizenship student using iPad
News Date: 
Dec 12 2018 - 11:30am

The Literacy Center is now using iPads received from the California State Library Literacy Services to help students prepare for the Citizenship Exam. The iPads enable students to practice for...

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JSL Resume Building Workshop

John Steinbeck Library

Come learn how to make your resume stand out!

Donate to Monterey County Gives and help create a City of readers!

News Date: 
Nov 26 2018 - 2:00pm

We are committed to creating a love of reading in our community. Will you consider helping us?

Our new pilot program called SMART, Salinas Makes A+ Readers Together ,...

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JSL Job Readiness Academy

John Steinbeck Library

Join our two-part Job Readiness Academy where you will learn how to focus on the kind of job you want. The two workshop series includes job interview techniques and interview practice.

Payment Option for Library Fees

Salinas Public Library offers multiple options for resolving library fines and fees on cardholder's account. Cash, check, and credit card payments can be received onsite. Credit or debit card payments are also available online.  

Here are a few FAQ about these options. Our library staff will be happy to assist and answer any questions.

How do I pay fines/fees at the Library?

In-person:

JSL Financial Literacy Series: Keeping Debt Under Control

John Steinbeck Library

Join us for a free overview on ways to manage your debt.  This course will cover how to calculate debt-to-income ratio, different ways to improve financial control and information on debt managemen

By the numbers, and much more!

News Date: 
Oct 30 2018 - 10:00am

Fiscal year 2017/18 has been a year of many new beginnings at the Salinas Public Library. Within this annual report, you’ll hear directly from members of the Salinas community about...

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Annual Report

2019/2020 Annual Report

It truly was "A Year Like No Other" for our library system. Challenged by the COVID-19 closures, we closed our doors in March but reopened with Curbside Services and virtual programming shortly thereafter. We hope you'll take a moment to review the year with us....

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