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Event
June 8, 2026 - 8:30am to 4:00pm
El Gabilan Library
Ventana Wildlife Society - Natural Science Discovery Camp
June 8 - 12, 2026
Registration starts May 18, 2026
El Gabilan Library
8:30am - 4:00pm (Monday - Wednesday); Thursday is campout & returns at 12pm on Friday
Join Ventana Wildlife
Event
June 8, 2026 - 9:30am to 3:30pm
El Gabilan Library
Wee Ones in the Woods
El Gabilan Library
June 8 -12, 2026
Registration starts Monday, May 18, 2026 at El Gabilan Library
Explore the natural world with Ventana Wildlife Society. Through storytelling, campers will learn about natural habitats and
Event
June 9, 2026 - 8:30am to 4:00pm
El Gabilan Library
Ventana Wildlife Society - Natural Science Discovery Camp
June 8 - 12, 2026
Registration starts May 18, 2026
El Gabilan Library
8:30am - 4:00pm (Monday - Wednesday); Thursday is campout & returns at 12pm on Friday
Join Ventana Wildlife
Event
June 9, 2026 - 9:30am to 3:30pm
El Gabilan Library
Wee Ones in the Woods
El Gabilan Library
June 8 -12, 2026
Registration starts Monday, May 18, 2026 at El Gabilan Library
Explore the natural world with Ventana Wildlife Society. Through storytelling, campers will learn about natural habitats and
Event
June 9, 2026 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
El Gabilan Library
Join us for storytime at El Gabilan Library. We will read books, sing songs and have a fun activity at the end! For ages 0-4, and older children are more than welcome to join in on the fun.
Event
June 9, 2026 - 12:30pm to 1:15pm
Cesar Chavez Library
The Magic Book is an interactive performance about wonder, playfulness & the power of learning. Join Professor Pepper for this family-friendly that show blends magic, storytelling, and circus arts to share the joy of reading, language, and culture.
Cesar Chavez Library
Event
June 9, 2026 - 2:30pm to 3:15pm
El Gabilan Library
The Magic Book is an interactive performance about wonder, playfulness & the power of learning. Join Professor Pepper for this family-friendly that show blends magic, storytelling, and circus arts to share the joy of reading, language, and culture.
El Gabilan Library
Event
June 9, 2026 - 4:30pm to 5:15pm
John Steinbeck Library
The Magic Book is an interactive performance about wonder, playfulness & the power of learning. Join Professor Pepper for this family-friendly that show blends magic, storytelling, and circus arts to share the joy of reading, language, and culture.
John Steinbeck Library
Event
June 10, 2026 - 8:30am to 4:00pm
El Gabilan Library
Ventana Wildlife Society - Natural Science Discovery Camp
June 8 - 12, 2026
Registration starts May 18, 2026
El Gabilan Library
8:30am - 4:00pm (Monday - Wednesday); Thursday is campout & returns at 12pm on Friday
Join Ventana Wildlife
Event
June 10, 2026 - 9:30am to 3:30pm
El Gabilan Library
Wee Ones in the Woods
El Gabilan Library
June 8 -12, 2026
Registration starts Monday, May 18, 2026 at El Gabilan Library
Explore the natural world with Ventana Wildlife Society. Through storytelling, campers will learn about natural habitats and
Event
June 10, 2026 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
El Gabilan Library
The Big Kids Book Club is for kids entering second grade who want to practice their reading skills with the loveable Mercy Watson. Register now to claim a copy of the book! We will discuss chapters 1-6 at the June 10th
Event
June 11, 2026 - 8:30am to 4:00pm
El Gabilan Library
Ventana Wildlife Society - Natural Science Discovery Camp
June 8 - 12, 2026
Registration starts May 18, 2026
El Gabilan Library
8:30am - 4:00pm (Monday - Wednesday); Thursday is campout & returns at 12pm on Friday
Join Ventana Wildlife
Event
June 11, 2026 - 9:30am to 3:30pm
El Gabilan Library
Wee Ones in the Woods
El Gabilan Library
June 8 -12, 2026
Registration starts Monday, May 18, 2026 at El Gabilan Library
Explore the natural world with Ventana Wildlife Society. Through storytelling, campers will learn about natural habitats and
Comic Book Making Contest for Kids and Teens
Kids and Teens are invited to make their own comic book and submit them to the Salinas Public Library. Salinas Public Library’s Comic Book Making Contest is open to kids and teenagers from the Monterey County. Prizes and art supplies will be awarded to the winners.
Storytimes
Learn and Play Storytime: For ages 0-4. Young children enjoy books, songs and rhymes and special activities at the end.
Storytime Jamboree: For all ages. The entire family can enjoy stories and songs together.
Spotlight Storytime: For ages 0-6. Join us for stories, songs, and a themed craft as we celebrate a new theme every month.
Toddler Tales: For ages 0-3. This bilingual storytime offers stories, songs and rhymes.
Playgroups
A playgroup is an opportunity to learn more about your child's developmental stages. By attending a playgroup with your child, you will learn from our educators how play can be used to direct your child's learning. Together, you and your child will meet other parents and their children in a caring and supportive environment. Registration is required and space is limited. We keep these playgroups small so that you and your child can benefit from the personal attention of our educators. Please join us by filling out an interest form. Target Audience - 1 - 4 with parents.
Homework Centers
The purpose of the Library’s Homework Centers is not only to help students complete their school assignments but to foster curiosity, a passion for learning and to help students become successful in school and in life. Our homework centers are located at the following sites: Cesar Chavez Library, Los Padres Elementary, Roosevelt Elementary, and Sherwood Elementary. Registration is required.
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