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Workshops for Pre-Approved Detached ADUs Plans
September 26, 2022
The City of Salinas is holding two workshops on new pre-approved plans for the construction of new detached accessory dwelling units (ADU) and the permitting process. A detached ADU is a separate stand-alone structure from the primary structure. Both workshops will be bilingual and are open to everyone.
Workshop Schedule:
October 6th, 2022, 5:30PM- 7:00PM
Salinas City Hall Rotunda 200 Lincoln Ave, Salinas, CA, 93901
October 13th, 2022, 5:30PM- 7:00PM
Firehouse Recreation Center 1330 E Alisal St, Salinas, CA 93905
Talleres:
6 de Octubre de 2022, 5:30PM- 7:00PM
Rotonda del Concilio de la Ciudad de Salinas 200 Lincoln Ave, Salinas,
Get Connected with Digital Navigator
July 14, 2022
Do you need help with your computer or with navigating the internet? Do you know someone who needs access to low-cost internet service and devices so that they can get online? Get connected with Digital Navigators experts who can provide a personalized assistance in English and Spanish.
Digital Navigators, part of the Connected California program, are skilled experts to help you to find low-cost internet service and devices for your home so you can get online, learn basic computer skills to navigate the internet, and to connect you with online resources to improve your life. This program is available to everyone in California and, the best part of the Digital Navigator program is that
Registration Opens for Kinder Boot Camp 2022!
July 7, 2022
Prepare your incoming kindergartener for the first day of school. The Salinas Public library will be hosting three Kinder Boot Camps to ease students into the classroom by introducing them to school routines while promoting social, language, and self-regulating skills. This program is open to all incoming, first-year kindergarten students, especially those who have had little or no preschool experience. Space is limited and registration is required.
Boot Camp # 1
Tuesday - Thursday, July 19 - July 21
9:00am - 11:00am
El Gabilan Library
Boot Camp # 2
Tuesday - Thursday, July 26 - July 28
And the Winners of the Graphic Novel Contest Are...
June 30, 2022
Salinas Public Library is proud to announce the winners of the 2022 Graphic Novel Contest .
This year we had 73 entries! We had some really excellent entries which combined the elements of art, dialogue, and creativity into each novel. After some tough deliberation, we determined the Top Entries for each of the three categories (1st-4th grade, 5th-8th grade, and 9th-12th grade). Honorable Mentions were also determined since there were so many good entries. This year you can read all the graphic novels from the Top Entries and Honorable Mentions.
Top Entries and Honorable Mentions received prizes, including drawing books, art supplies, and Funko Pops.
Congratulations to all of
No More Overdue Fines!
June 14, 2022
Salinas Public Library is excited to announce that effective July 1st, 2022, overdue or late fines for all library patrons has been eliminated. This move was approved by the City Council through the removal of late fines for adult materials from the 2023 City-wide schedule of fees at the April 26th City Council Meeting, In addition to the elimination of late fines, the Library has been implementing automatic renewal on eligible items since late 2021 to allow for worry-free borrowing.
"The library has already implemented fine-free for overdue children and young adult materials for more than six years. This move is an expansion of similar principle to all library patrons and further remove barriers
Summer Lunch Program
June 14, 2022
Recreation & Community Services
The Free Summer Lunch and Snack Program has begun!
Children and youth ages 18 and under receive nutritious lunch and snack that include vegetables, fruits, seeds and healthy dairy products like milk, string cheese and yogurt, at 6 City locations.
Program is Monday thru Friday
June 13 thru August 5
* The Cesar Chavez Library will be CLOSED every Monday.
- Lunch is served from 12 to 1 p.m. and Snack is served from 3 to 4 p.m. at Central Park and
Cesar Chavez Library - Lunch is served from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. and Snack is served
Education Opportunities in Salinas
The City of Salinas is home to four school districts, a community college, several private institutions. Nearby are two Universities.
Health & Safety
- 2-1-1
- Emergency Preparedness - Ready.gov
- Salinas Fire Department
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
- U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS)
- Homeless / Aging Services
- Natividad Medical Center
- Salinas Police Department
- Monterey County Health Department
- Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital
