Join us for the Grand Opening of TeenTime by SAPL at El Salvador Community Center! Enjoy a preview of this new space for Teens with games, food, a STEAM petting zoo, and opportunity drawing prizes. The opening of TeenTime will be celebrated in conjunction with Spring Fest Open House, featuring The Santa Ana Collaborative and Santa Ana Recreation Classes.
Grand Opening
Saturday March 25, 2023
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
El Salvador Community Center
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Women's History Month
This month, in honor of Women’s History Month, the Santa Ana Public Library present is excited to celebrate women, past and present, who have contributed to all forms of media and storytelling through exciting programs and events for the whole family to enjoy.
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Author Hour featuring
María Amparo Escandón
Join us for an exciting discussion with New York Times best-selling bilingual author, María Amparo Escandón. She is a writer of novels in both English and Spanish, as well as a writer of screenplays. We look forward to discussing womanhood, Latin-American identity, and global warming with her latest novel, “L.A. Weather." Books will be given away first come, first served and while supplies last.
Main Library
Saturday, March 4, 2023
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
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Frida Kahlo Inspired Self Portraits
Children and families will learn how to make their own self-portraits with a bit of inspiration from an iconic female artist, Frida Kahlo. All supplies will be provided.
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Main Library
Saturday, March 18, 2023
2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
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Newhope Library
Saturday, March 23, 2023
4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
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Movie Nights at the Library: Mulan
The Santa Ana Public Library will be screening the movie: “Mulan.” Watch as Mulan uses her determination, strength, and intelligence to overcome challenges. Snacks and drinks will be provided while supplies last. Arrive early for best seating!
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Main Library
Monday, March 20, 2023
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
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Newhope Library
Monday, March 27, 2023
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
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Hora de C.R.E.A.R: Celebra el Mes de la Historia de la Mujer con Arte
Pintura, un pincel y un lienzo vacío. Expresa tu lado artístico aquí en la biblioteca y celebra el Día Internacional de la Mujer creando un retrato de Frida Kahlo. Nosotros proporcionaremos los suministros, tú traes tu creatividad. Adolescentes y adultos son bienvenidos.
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Biblioteca Newhope
Martes, 14 de Marzo, 2023
3:00 – 4:30 p.m.
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Biblioteca Central
Jueves, 15 de Marzo, 2023
6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
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Zip Books
Need a book the Library doesn’t have? The Zip Books program provides speedy access to books that are not available in our collection. Simply request the item, the Library will purchase it from Amazon, and the book will be shipped directly to your home. Learn more about Zip Books here.
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California State Library Park Passes & Backpacks
Spring is here and adventure is calling! Did you know that California has the largest state park system in the nation? Bookmark a new adventure and explore the beautiful parks, lakes, and beaches that your State has to offer. The Santa Ana Public Library just received more California State Library Passes, place a hold for a library pass today and get vehicle day-use entry to over 200 participating state parks. And now you can check out a backpack full of supplies for your next adventures.
Each backpack contains:
- 1 Backpack.
- 1 California Trees & Wildflowers pocket guide.
- 1 Set of binoculars.
- 1 Compass.
- 1 Clear pouch with parks information.
- 1 Hand lens.
- 1 Luggage tag.
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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
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Featured Services and E-Resources |
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Library of Things
From games to kitchen appliances to roller skates, the Santa Ana Public Library has many items available to check out for free!
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Hoopla
Borrow free video, music, and audiobooks with your library card. Enjoy on your PC, tablet, or phone.
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GetSetup
Join an online community of people who want to learn new skills, connect to others, and unlock new life experiences. Get access to hundreds of live online classes to keep you mentally, physically and socially active.
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LinkedIn Learning
Enhance your skills with over 17,000 online tutorials and classes led by experts. Popular subjects include programming languages, spreadsheets, business intelligence, job searching, career management, and many more.
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