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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

Summer Reading Program Begins!

Level Up At Your Library!

  • Date: 06/07/2025  

Join us for a summer of FREE family activities, entertaining performances, and a fun reading challenge at the Newport Beach Public Library! From wild animal shows to interactive programs, family games, crafts, prizes and more, the library is not just a space for knowledge, it's a space for fun, too!

Programs available for all ages, Children’s, Teen, and Adult. Level Up today!

Visit your favorite branch on June 7th, OPENING DAY, for fun activities for all ages! Be sure to sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge on Beanstack or in person on June 7th for an entry into the Opening Day Prize Drawing.

  • Children's activities and crafts available at all locations and vary by branch.
  • Adults can visit any NBPL branch to play games and activities, pick up your prize book, and enter the Opening Day Drawing.

No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Materials available while supplies last. 

Funding is generously provided by the Friends of the Library and the Newport Beach Public Library Foundation.

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