LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

Physical Address

2380 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Hours

Varies according to branch please see times here: https://www.santacruzpl.org/branches/

Voice

(831) 427-7713

Other | homebound services

Voice

(831) 427-7706

Other | library administration

Voice

(831) 427-7713

Other | information and referral

Application process

Walk-in or apply online

Fee

No fee

Eligibility

Open to all

Languages

English, Spanish

Agency info

SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

All branches of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries (SCPL) provide core library services to all ages, including:
  • information services
  • free access to computer and printers
  • free WiFi access
  • free access to books, movies audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.
Some branches also offer research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for nonprofit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.