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About

The Newport Beach Public Library is the cultural heart of the community, serving more than one million patrons each year. We are an essential provider of books, information, and technology, through the Central Library and our three branches: Mariners, Balboa, and Corona del Mar.

Hours and Locations

Addresses, phone numbers, maps, and hours for NBPL locations

How to Get a Library Card

Information about getting a card

About Newport Beach

General information about the City of Newport Beach

History of the Newport Beach Public Library

The Newport Beach Public Library has a long history of service to the community

Board of Library Trustees

Information about the governing board of the library

Library Policies

Rules for using the Newport Beach Public Library

Literacy Services

Project Adult Literacy is located on the lower level of the Central Library, and provides services for adults seeking to improve their English reading and writing skills

Cultural Arts

The Cultural Arts Division of the Newport Beach Public Library, with guidance and support by the Newport Beach City Arts Commission, brings cultural and arts programming to the community

Friends of the Library

The Friends of the Library fund children's programs, Sunday Musicales, and other library programs through used book sales and donations

NBPL Foundation

The Newport Beach Public Library Foundation funds valuable library resources and services, and presents a variety of literary programs design to engage the community

News & Press

News releases, facts & figures, photos, and other information helpful in preparing articles about NBPL and upcoming events

Contact Us

Get in touch with us via email, phone, or mail

ACT Practice Test - CANCELED

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Sharpen your test taking skills with a free, full-length practice ACT. In partnership with C2 Education of Newport Beach, the Newport Beach Public Library will host a free ACT practice test on Saturday, May 30 at 9:30am.

The test will be held in the Friends Room at Central Library and will last approximately four hours. Students should bring Number 2 pencils, a calculator, water, and snacks to the test. The calculators are needed for better success on the test and help with time management for the math sections. Results will be presented at a separate results program on Wednesday, June 3 at 7pm.

This is a free event but registration is required and space is limited. When you register online, you will receive a confirmation email from noreply@newportbeachca.gov. Please add that email address to your contacts or check your junk/spam mail if you do not receive a confirmation.

Should there be openings on the day of the test, we will be accepting walk-ins on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Please note that if you signed up on our website for the wait list and are not contacted about an open space prior to the test day, you will need to come into the library as a walk-in on the morning of the test. The library opens at 9am and we would recommend showing up soon after opening to increase your chances of getting a spot, if some become available.

Registration for the ACT Practice Test

Age level: Sophomores, juniors, and seniors.

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