Salinas Public Library

John Steinbeck Library Computer Lab

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The Salinas Public Library has three branches:

John Steinbeck Library,
350 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, CA 93901 • (831) 758-7311

Cesar Chavez Library,
615 Williams Road, Salinas, CA 93905 • (831) 758-7345

El Gabilan Public Library,
1400 North Main Street, Salinas, CA 93906 • (831) 758-7302

Library Hours Schedule:

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

1:00pm - 6:00pm

10:00am - 6:00pm

12:00pm - 8:00pm

12:00pm - 6:00pm

12:00pm - 8:00pm

10:00am - 6:00pm

10:00am - 6:00pm

The Koha Integrated Online Catalog of materials includes an “Amazon-style” look with photos of new books and the ability for each person to design their own “library shelf.” Check your account online, put items on hold, extend your checkout times, or find out about an authors work. Whether you’re at home or online Koha is available to everyone, anytime day or night!

Summer Reading is for everyone!

May 13, 2019

Adults and children of all ages are invited to join the Summer Learning Challenge at the Salinas Public Library. Sign-ups begin Saturday, June 8 at all of our libraries, and online. Our reading and enrichment programs are fun, free and open to everyone. This year's theme is "Showtime at the Library."

The goal of the program is to encourage children and adults to read recreationally, and discover the joy of reading. It's easy to participate. Everyone who completes a reading log will be able to select a book of their choice. There will also...

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Inching closer to the finish line!

May 1, 2019

How long does it take to build a library? When will it be ready? These are just a couple of the questions community members have asked us recently.

We're happy to report that construction of the new El Gabilan Library at 1400 North Main Street is on schedule to open to the public at the end of January, 2020. We know the wait will be well worth it!

If anyone is interested in making a cash donation to help purchase books for the new library, please go to the ...

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Take this card with you wherever you go!

May 1, 2019

The Salinas Public Library is now offering library cards that include a key-tag so customers can take their library card with them wherever they go!

Already have a card or possibly lost it? During the month of May, replacement cards will be offered for FREE so stop by one of the Salinas Public Library branch locations today to get your card!

Once you have a card, you can use it online to access library resources , download books , read the New York Times , and much...

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