Gonzales Library is moving and will be closed from November 25-January 9, 2026. Please join us on January 10, 2026 for the grand opening at our new location at 630 Fifth Street! Bookmobile services will be provided at Central Park. Please call the Soledad Branch at 831-386-6890 for assistance.
Online services are available 24/7.
Volunteer
Volunteer at your local branch!
Monterey County Free Libraries is committed to enriching the lives of our community through access to information, knowledge, and programs. Our dedicated volunteers play a vital role in achieving this mission by offering valuable support to our staff and patrons. This policy outlines the expectations and guidelines for volunteer engagement at the library.
In accordance with labor agreements, volunteers do not displace any Library employee. This means volunteers typically perform tasks that are not regularly performed by staff. However, there are plenty of tasks and projects that volunteers can assist with that help staff carry out the mission of the library.
- Organizing/Shelving books
- Assisting staff with a library program or making a display
- Helping kids in our Student Support Centers
- Offering Technology help
- Emergency Support - Assist in serving communities as Cooling Centers, Temporary Evacuation Points and more in an emergency
For more information, visit your local MCFL branch.
To volunteer with the Adult Literacy Program
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I do a storytime for kids?
- Thank you for your interest in youth development, while storytime is not a volunteer activity, you can apply to assist students in our student support centers.
How old do I have to be to volunteer?
- Individuals aged 12 and above are welcome to apply for volunteer positions. Minors require parental consent.
Can my group volunteer at the library?
- Currently we can only accept individual volunteers for ongoing positions.
Administrative Office
188 Seaside Circle
Marina, CA 93933
Office Telephone: (831) 883-7573
Toll-free: (800) 322-6884