What We Do

The Carmel Public Library Foundation needs the support from donors like you.

The library is an essential part of life on the Central Coast of California. Charitable contributions fund 100% of the books, materials, programs, equipment, and services. Thanks to this generous support, Carmel Library maintains its superior reputation, serving 106,000 locals and visitors from our community, the Central Coast and beyond.

Books, materials…

A superb collection of popular books, classics, magazines, newspapers, audio books and DVDs
Some 120 new current fiction titles added every month
Comprehensive reference materials and reference services
Resources on college and financial aid

Services, equipment, programs…

A host of computer terminals and online databases
Free internet access and wireless capabilities including printing
Outreach program for homebound Library patrons
Career and job placement materials
Wide variety of children and adult programs

History…

A unique archive of local history materials: art, photography, rare books, special collections
A research center for places, people and events in Carmel history
A collection of historic Carmel newspapers and memorabilia
An annual lecture series on Carmel area history
My Carmel Oral History long-time resident video interview series

Kids…and teens…

Reading programs for kids, baby story time, toddler story time
A hugely popular summer reading program for pre-school children through eighth grade
Early Learning Stations and “edutainment” on the computer for kids
Special guest appearances: art, music, singing and dancing
Children’s Library has its own building, Park Branch!
Popular new Teen Room in the Main Library