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Monterey Public Library

Location
625 Pacific St
Monterey, CA 93940
831-646-3933
www.monterey.gov/library

The Monterey Public Library is the largest public library on the Monterey Peninsula, with an extensive collection of books, audiobooks, CDs, DVDs, and web services. It offers study and meeting rooms, a Makers' Lab with items such as 3D printers and sewing machines, and quiet, comfortable reading areas for all ages. It also houses the California History Room and Archives Collection, available by appointment.

The library's bookmobile is on the road Tuesday - Thursday, bringing books and media to a number of stops in Monterey.

Monterey Public Library is a welcoming community, cultural, and learning center for people of all ages. We encourage discovery, share the joy of reading, celebrate Monterey's history and heritage, and protect the right to know.

Location

Monterey Public Library
625 Pacific St
Monterey, CA 93940
831-646-3933
www.monterey.gov/library
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Upcoming Events

  • Used Book Sale at Monterey Public Library

     
    6/13/26
     
     
    Monterey Public Library

    Monterey Public Library Friends and Foundation is holding a Used Book Sale at the Library on Saturday, June 13, 10am-3pm. You'll find gently used books across all genres at great prices. Proceeds will benefit Monterey Public Library.

Past Events

  • Free Documentary Film Screening: "The Librarians"

     
    4/25/26
     
    Free
     
    Monterey Public Library

    Monterey Public Library celebrates National Library Week with a free screening of the documentary film The Librarians on Saturday, April 25, 2pm-4pm in the library's community room.

    In 2021, a Texas state representative released a list of books to be removed from public schools, sparking a wide-scale review process of available books across the country. In response, a national movement of librarians facing job loss, criminalization, and harassment began organizing to resist.

  • Annual Chocolate and Wine Benefit for Monterey Public Library 2026

     
    2/21/26
     
    $75
     
    Monterey Public Library

    Monterey Public Library Friends & Foundation presents the 21st Annual Chocolate & Wine Benefit at Monterey County Library for ages 21 and over.

    Celebrate with chocolate, wine, beer, savory snacks, live music, and a silent auction at the library. Tickets are $75 - purchase here . Proceeds will benefit Monterey Public Library.

  • Winter Puzzle Exchange at Monterey Public Library 2026

     
    1/31/26
     
    Free
     
    Monterey Public Library

    Wintertime evokes early evenings, hot beverages, cozy blankets, and PUZZLES! On Saturday, January 31, 10am-1pm, bring your gently used puzzles to Monterey Public Library's Community Room and exchange them for another. What's old to you will be new to someone...