STAFF DAY: On Friday, September 4, all Monterey County Free Libraries locations will be closed due to an all staff training.

LABOR DAY OBSERVED: On Saturday, September 5, all Monterey County Free Libraries locations, including Seaside, will be closed in honor of Labor Day. The Administrative Office and Seaside Branch will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of the holiday. Normal hours resume on Tuesday, September 8.

BIG SUR: Monterey County Sheriff has issued evacuation warnings for areas of Big Sur due to the Timber Fire. The Big Sur Branch Library will be closed until further notice.

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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.

Adult Volunteer Application

Youth Volunteer Application

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.