Adult students working on computers in the Literacy Center
John Steinbeck Library

Summer Independent Studies Computer Class

Build your digital skills in our Independent Study Open Lab!

Virtual

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary by exploring your family’s connection to our nation’s early history.

Authors Sana Javeri Kadri & Asha Loupy alongside their book cover The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook

From Diaspora Spice Co., the progressive spice company rooted in flavor and equity, comes a cookbook celebrating beautiful, simple, and seasonal cooking with 85 recipes adapted from India and Sri L

Photo of author Ted Page alongside the cover of his book Good Grandpa.

When Ted Page learned he was going to be a grandfather, he searched for guidance on the experience but found little beyond stereotypes.

Artists Ink in partnership with the Salinas Public Library is proud to announce the Art Market at the Library taking place on Sunday, June 14, 2026.

Four musicians play string instruments in a library, with bookshelves lining the walls and a large arched window in the background.

Enjoy live chamber music from musicians of the Carmel Bach Festival at your local library!

Author Matt Dinniman alongside the cover of his book Dungeon Crawler Carl.

Join Coast Guard vet Carl and his ex-girlfriend’s cat, Princess Donut, as they try to survive the end of the

Smithsonian curator Mary Savig alongside the book cover of State Fairs: Growing American Craft.

State Fairs features over 100 photos of extraordinary and unconventional crafts from state and tribal fairs, including needlework, basketry, ceramics, crop art, butter scu