Adult Learning & Literacy
Current Computer Class Schedule
Current Computer Class Schedule
Computing for Beginners: Fridays & Saturdays, 10AM to 12PM @ Cesar Chavez Library
Beyond Basics: Wednesdays, 5PM to 7PM @ El Gabilan Library
Independent Studies: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4PM to 5PM @ John Steinbeck Library
For more information call: (831) 758-7916
Computer Classes
Computing for Beginners
Foundational computer class with staff and volunteer support.
Classes: Fridays & Saturdays @ Cesar Chavez Library
Sign up: HERE
Beyond Basics Computer Class
Build transferable skills by focusing on the most useful Google Apps: Gmail, Docs, Sheets and Slides.
Classes: Wednesdays @ El Gabilan Library
Open Lab: Tuesdays and Thursdays @ John Steinbeck Library
Sign up: HERE
Independent Study
Your choice of fun and practical project-based lessons that bring together the best of Google’s free applications.
Classes: Tuesdays @ John Steinbeck Library / Thursdays @ John Steinbeck Library
Open Lab: Tuesdays and Thursdays @ John Steinbeck Library
Sign up: HERE
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Citizenship
Citizenship Resources
Preparation: Materials, in-person & online classes, referrals and support. English & Spanish language options. See Calendar for class schedule.
Mock Interviews: Online, in-person or over the phone. English & Spanish language options. Call to schedule.
More info or Mock Interview: (831) 758-7916

Individual Tutoring
Individual Tutoring
Learner-centered, individual instruction in all subject areas to meet your goals. Wait list.
- High School Equivalency
- Standardized Testing
- Reading Instruction
- Writing Instruction
- ESL
More info: (831) 758-7916

Families For Literacy
Families For Literacy
Services & resources for Literacy Program participants with children aged 0-18 at home.
- Monthly Family Time: Gather & Grow
- Family Reading Circle
- Special Events
- Kindle Program
Gather and Grow is a monthly, themed, play and activity time for all the family. Parents will join in the fun and younger children enjoy crafts and educational activities related to the monthly theme. Teens can earn community service hours by working with their siblings.
Our Family Reading Circle is a fun-packed five-week program designed to inspire a love of reading & learning in the home. Caregivers share strategies around supporting their children's academic success, while their children enjoy a range of crafts, activities, games and in-class visits around four weekly themes. All families receive books to build their home libraries, and a Kindle Fire HD tablet!
Sound like fun? Contact us for info on all upcoming Families for Literacy programs!
More Info: (831) 758-7916



Volunteer with the Literacy Program
Have you ever sent an email? Great! You can help! We are looking for friendly volunteers to support adults as they get online and learn about the digital world. We provide the materials, resources and instruction, you provide the support and enthusiasm our participants need to begin their journey. Classes are in-person and online throughout the week. This is a great opportunity for Service Learning or High School Community Service hours!
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Do you want to build relationships and share your interests and skills? Our learner-centered one-on-one tutoring program needs passionate individuals who want to support adult learners as they strive to achieve their goals. Tutoring can cover any subject area, but our most common requests are for reading and writing assistance, high school equivalency support and help to improve English language skills. This opportunity is both in-person and online so don't let your zip code stop you for getting in touch!
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Becoming a citizen is complicated - you can help! We offer in-person and online citizenship preparation classes in both English and Spanish. We provide all study materials, instruction and referrals to local agencies. You provide support to fellow members of the community in crossing the final hurdle to citizenship. This highly rewarding opportunity is appropriate to Service Learning or High School Community Service hours, as well as longer term volunteers.
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Don't see anything you like? Don't worry! From supporting our Families for Literacy events and programs to helping out with administrative tasks in the office, we offer a variety of flexible volunteer opportunities. If you prefer occasional work, you can join our email list for special event support and volunteer to your own schedule. Bilingual (Spanish/English) volunteers are always appreciated, but this is not a requirement.
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To register your interest, or contact Susanne: susannec [at] ci.salinas.ca.us / (831) 758-7929
Adult Learning & Literacy News
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A Year to Celebrate
Diciembre 18, 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the milestones we’ve reached in the Literacy Program. This is our 40th year of hard work, growth, and heartfelt celebrations—proof that our learning community is thriving!
This fall, our third annual Fall Family Festival was our best-attended yet. Over 330 guests joined us at El Gabilan Library for an afternoon of games, crafts, and stories. The highlight? More than 500 books found their way into...
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Happy Digital Inclusion Week!
Octubre 5, 2023
In acknowledgment of Digital Inclusion Week we invite you to share information about our free, digital literacy program. Salinas Public Library has been offering computer classes since 2007. Since then, the Literacy Program's commitment to digital inclusion has evolved into a full roster of Computer Classes for all levels. In partnership with Loaves, Fishes & Computers, the Literacy Program was able to gift over 160 low-income program participants with their own refurbished Chromebook on...
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Family Literacy and Family Thankfulness
Diciembre 1, 2021
On November 16th the Literacy Program celebrated Thanksgiving in our second annual (and first in-person) Families For Literacy Appreciation Event . In spite of the challenges of the pandemic, these caregivers diligently share a love of reading and learning with their children, and all were happy to celebrate their achievements. Over a two hour period more than 100 children and 30 caregivers safely enjoyed crafts and activities, including four outdoor yoga sessions. Families left the...
Adult Learning & Literacy Upcoming Events
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EGL- Spring Beyond Basics Computer Class
Abr 1 2026 - De 5:00pm hasta 7:00pm Spring Beyond Basics Computer Class
Sign up for our Beyond Basics computer course to kick-start your journey and enrich your...
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JSL-Spring Independent Studies Computer Class
Abr 2 2026 - De 2:00pm hasta 5:00pm Spring Independent Studies Computer ClassBuild your digital skills in our Independent Study Open Lab! Join us for two weekly,...
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CCL- Preparación para la Ciudadanía
Abr 2 2026 - De 5:30pm hasta 7:00pmClase de Ciudadanía Presencial en la Biblioteca César Chávez. Esta clase es para adultos que estudian para su entrevista de...
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Virtual Citizenship Class
Abr 2 2026 - De 6:00pm hasta 7:00pmThe Virtual Citizenship Class is for adults studying to take the citizenship interview in English.
For more information and...




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