What's Happening in Salinas

Summer Learning Program at the Library!
June 5, 2023
The Summer Learning Program begins June 5th and continues thru July 29th. Join us for a summer that will be filled with fun and free activities all summer long. A variety of drop-in and registration-based programs for all ages will be offered throughout the summer to promote learning and...

Celebrating National Library Week 2023
April 20, 2023
Salinas Public Library invites all community members to visit the library and join our celebration of the National Library Week, from April 23-29.
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Stay Informed! #2023PineappleExpress
March 13, 2023
Stay informed! Here's where to find the most up to date information on the 2023 Pineapple Express event:
Updates on 2023 Pineapple Express Event
Current Monterey County Evacuation Orders...

New Crosswalk Technology in Salinas
February 17, 2023
The intersection of N. Sanborn Rd. and Buckhorn Dr. has a new crosswalk technology for the City of Salinas known as a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (PHB). What makes a PHB different from other flashing light crosswalks in the City is the sequence of traffic control lights to slow and...

Welcome Home, Mr. Roberts!
February 3, 2023
Robert (a.k.a., "Mr. Roberts") has been homeless in the City of Salinas since 2015. The Salinas Outreach and Response Team (SORT) began engaging with Mr. Roberts in 2021, building rapport. In September 2022, he requested support and since then, Mr. Roberts has received...

Salinas Awards $300,000 in Grants
January 27, 2023
The Prevention and Wellness grant created by Salinas City Council for the FY 23’ budget has now been awarded to 7 agencies. $300,000 was budgeted to enhance community prevention and intervention programs that contribute to a healthier and safer Salinas. Funded projects have a grant period ending...