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Branciforte Closed 3/23

Due to an unexpected emergency, our Branciforte Branch will be closed today Monday, March 23. We hope to welcome the public at the branch tomorrow.

Debido a una emergencia inesperada, la sucursal de Branciforte estará cerrada hoy lunes, 23 de marzo. Esperamos darle la bienvenida al público nuevamente mañana.

Director of Libraries Message for March

Director of Libraries Message for March

I am an avid reader of memoirs and biographies. Whether historical, contemporary, ...

Women's History Month - Mes de la mujer

Women's History Month - Mes de la mujer

In March, we welcome the new season of Spring and celebrate Women's ...

Art & Exhibits in the Library

Art & Exhibits in the Library

Santa Cruz Public Libraries provide exhibit space for art at branches across ...

March Virtual Author Talks

March Virtual Author Talks

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