Kids
Event
October 12, 2026 - 11:00am to 11:45am
El Gabilan Library
Join us for a fun, family-friendly Spooktacular show featuring happy ghosts, Frankenstein, the Purple People Eater, a not-so-scary witch, and a friendly spider!
El Gabilan Library
Monday, October 12, 2026
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
OTHER PERFORMANCES
John Steinbeck
Event
October 12, 2026 - 2:00pm to 2:45pm
John Steinbeck Library
Join us for a fun, family-friendly Spooktacular show featuring happy ghosts, Frankenstein, the Purple People Eater, a not-so-scary witch, and a friendly spider!
John Steinbeck Library
Monday, October 12, 2026
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
OTHER PERFORMANCES
El
Event
October 13, 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
October 13, 2026 - 3:30pm to 4:30pm
El Gabilan Library
Calling all mad scientists! Get ready for some spooky science as we create new experiments every week and get ourselves in the Halloween spirit.
Tuesdays in October (Oct. 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2026)
3:30pm - 4:30pm
El
Event
October 14, 2026 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Cesar Chavez Library
Calling all toddlers and their caregivers! Join us for a fun-filled time with stories, songs, rhymes, and play! A great way to build early learning and have fun together.
Recommended for ages 0-3.
Cesar Chavez Library
Wednesdays
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Event
October 14, 2026 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Cesar Chavez Library
The Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History is at the Salinas Public Library! Explore and learn about our fascinating world through a small exhibit that offers a glimpse into the marvels and mysteries of the natural world. Topics range from
Event
October 14, 2026 - 3:30pm to 4:30pm
John Steinbeck Library
Have you ever received something for yourself in the mail? Is there someone in your life who might like a kind note from you in their mailbox? Would you like to spread holiday cheer to someone who might need it?
Event
October 15, 2026 - 2:30pm to 5:30pm
Cesar Chavez Library
Science Workshop Unlimited is at Cesar Chavez Library every Thursday!
Visit the SS WoW (Salinas Science Workshop on Wheels)! Kids and families can use imagination and tools to explore the world of science with hands-on experience by creating a different science build each
Event
October 15, 2026 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Cesar Chavez Library
Join us for Funtivity at Cesar Chavez Library! Each session features a new craft. This month, we’ll be making fun and creative Paper Squishies. We’ll provide all the materials you need, so just bring your creativity!
Cesar Chavez Library
Thursday, October
Event
October 15, 2026 - 4:00pm to 4:30pm
John Steinbeck Library
Join us for storytime at the John Steinbeck Library! Get ready for stories, music, dancing, and a whole lot of fun!
Ages: 0 - 6
Thursdays @4pm
John Steinbeck Library
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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