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Please call the Newhope Library at 714-647-6992 or use our online contact form.

Yes. You can sign up for a library card at any of Knowledge Mobile’s stops, along with El Salvador Community Center, Garfield Community Center, Jerome Center, and Roosvelt-Walk Center. Once they open to the public, the Outdoor Library at Jerome Park and Delhi Library will also offer library cards. See our website for library locations … Continued

Yes. In-person programs will be available at no cost to the community. In-person programming will be held at Jerome Park, El Salvador Community Center, Garfield Community Center, Roosevelt-Walker Center, Knowledge Mobile stops. Once they open to the public, the Outdoor Library at Jerome Park and Delhi Library will also offer programs and events. Check our … Continued

Library patrons will continue to have access to online databases and research materials. The Santa Ana History room will remain closed during the renovation, but special programming will be conducted periodically. Please call (714) 647-5280 for more information.

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.

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.

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. Once open, the Delhi Library branch and … Continued

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

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

The Main Library is currently undergoing a major renovation and transformation to preserve and enhance library facilities and services for the entire community. During this time, the Main Library will be re-imagined with a new interactive children’s learning area, modern building mechanicals, a complete restoration of its Italian marble facade, and a return to the … Continued