Newhope Library Closure FAQs

Beginning July 2, 2025, the Newhope Library will begin an exciting renovation to enhance library facilities and services for the entire community. Highlights of this renovation include a new glass storefront-style entrance and lobby, a brand-new Innovation Center with upgraded technology for STEM learning, a fully renovated outdoor patio with new seating and shade structure, a new reimagined colorful and inviting building façade, and a fully modernized interior.

This Library is expected to reopen to the public in Spring 2026. Once construction is finalized, the community will be invited to a grand opening celebration. Visit our website for updates on this project.

A new library branch inside the Delhi Community Center is expected to open on July 3, 2025, and an innovative Outdoor Public Library in Jerome Park is also anticipated for July 2025.

Pop-up library services are available at City Hall on Mondays and will be available at Rosita Park once a week. Library Services and programs will continue to be available at various community centers throughout Santa Ana including Jerome, Roosevelt, Garfield, and El Salvador Community Center. In addition, the Knowledge Mobile will continue to make stops throughout the community, including Rosita Park, offering books, resources, programs, and services.

During the renovation, the book drop-off box will be relocated onsite to remain accessible to patrons who need to return materials. Starting July 3, the Delhi Library will provide holds, receive book returns, and offer a full array of programs and services to the community. Patrons can also return library materials and pick up holds at various community centers throughout Santa Ana including Jerome, Roosevelt, Garfield, and El Salvador Community Center. Knowledge Mobile staff can also place holds for patrons, but due to space limitations, holds cannot be picked up at bookmobile stops.

Public computers and printing are available at the following Community Centers: Jerome, Roosevelt, and Garfield.

No. The Santa Ana Public Library has been fine-free since 2021. Patrons are still responsible for returning all items they borrow to avoid charges for lost items and materials.

Yes. The eLibrary will continue to offer eResources, including eBooks, audiobooks, and videos. Click here to visit our eLibrary webpage to view all online resources.

Yes. You can sign up for a library card at the Delhi Library branch, any of Knowledge Mobile’s stops, Pop-Up Library locations, along with El Salvador Community Center, Garfield Community Center, Jerome Center, and Roosevelt-Walk Center. See our website for library locations and service hours. A library card is free for all California residents. You can also click here to request a temporary online card through our online borrower registration page.

During the Newhope Library’s closure and renovation, access to Library collections will be limited. Please visit the new Delhi Library branch, the Outdoor Library Kiosk at Jerome Park, the Knowledge Mobile, or online at the eLibrary for access to Library collections including books, eResources, and all other materials.