SHARE:  

Santa Ana Public Library's annual Summer Reading Program is back! This year we invite you to Find Your Voice through stories, art, music, and motion. The Library will offer special programs to help you find and use your voice to change our world. Earn prizes by participating in any of our programs! The Summer Reading Program is open to patrons of all ages. Register online or at the Santa Ana Public Library. 
Create an account on Beanstack to earn prizes and find your voice doing what you
already love to do: reading and visiting your Library!
Newhope Library
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Newhope Library
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Main Library
Thursday, July 13, 2023
11:30 am – 12:30 pm 
Newhope Library
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
4:00 - 4:45 pm
Main Library
Thursday, July 20, 2023
11:30 am – 12:15 pm 
Newhope Library
Wednesday, July 26, 2023
4:00 - 4:45 pm
Main Library
Thursday, July 27, 2023
11:30 am – 12:15 pm
Shark Week
Teens & tweens, join us July 10 - 17 for jawsome themed activities in
celebration of Shark Week.
Main Library
Teen Maker: Shark Week Painting Project
Monday, July 10, 2023
4:00 - 5:45 pm
Teen Jam Sessions: Jaws Theme Collaboration
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
4:00 - 5:30 pm
All-things Shark Trivia Night
Monday, July 17, 2023
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Take & Make: Happy Independence Day!
Celebrate America’s Independence Day with an awesome craft for the whole family to enjoy! Visit the Library and take a craft kit home. Available for youth up to 8th grade starting July 1st while supplies last.
Main & Newhope Library
Distribution Begins July 1
Speak Your Truth: Santa Ana Edition
In honor of Veterans who have served our country we are pleased to present Kenia Suarez. Kenia was born and raised in Santa Ana and is a local U.S. Marine Veteran. Her journey as a Marine has been marked by perseverance, discipline, and a commitment to service. Kenia shares her stories of overcoming obstacles as a minority Latina and embracing her cultural heritage and identity.
Main Library
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Our celebration of summer continues with more outdoor fun! Stop by our LOTS Open House to get your hands on things sure to delight your adventurous spirit! From Park Passes and birdwatching kits, to kites and scavenger hunts, check-out some things to get you outdoors!
Saturday, July 15, 2023
3:00 - 5:00 pm

Newhope Library
Friday, July 21, 2023
3:00 - 5:00 pm
Math Mania: Color Bricks!
Attention students and parents: Math Mania at SAPL is back! Youth in grades Pre-K to 8th grade, register to receive a math workbook and earn prizes for every six pages completed. Visit the Main Library to register in person. Workbooks are limited.
June 5 - August 10
Main Library
Monday - Thursday, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Help SAPL go "Paperless" with Digital Files
In an effort to reduce our paper consumption, SAPL is limiting the number of program calendars printed each month and encouraging patrons to utilize digital versions. To stay up to date on all things SAPL, bookmark our website santa-ana.org/library and follow us on social media @SantaAnaLibrary
Featured Services and E-Resources
Brainfuse HelpNow
No matter where you are, get free live online homework help, play games, take practice tests, and learn. Connect with a live tutor from any device with an internet connection.

Zip Books
Want a book that SAPL doesn’t have? Request the item through the Zip Books program and Amazon will ship it directly to you! Just return it to the library when it’s due.
TeenTime
Teens & tweens come to TeenTime and make it yours! TeenTime by SAPL has video games, craft supplies, and creative workshops! Learn a new craft, play games, or watch your favorite movies.
ABCmouse
ABCmouse is the #1 learning app for children ages 2–8+, with more than 8,500 activities that teach reading, math, science, health, social studies, art, and music. 

Visit the Library’s website at Library Services Monthly Programming and eLibrary Services for more information and instructions on how to access and participate in these programs.
Library Services | 714-647-5250 | 26 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana CA 92701