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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.

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

Information about getting a card

General information about the City of Newport Beach

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

Information about the governing board of the library

Rules for using the Newport Beach Public Library

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

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

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

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

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

Board of Library Trustees Meeting

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Agenda Packet

 

Appointed by the Newport Beach City Council, the Board of Library Trustees is a policy-making board responsible for the administration of City libraries. The Board considers the annual budget for library purposes during the process of its preparation and makes recommendations to the City Council and City Manager. The Board also approves or disapproves the appointment, suspension, or removal of the Library Services Director. Subject to the approval of the City Council, the Board accepts money, personal property, or real estate donated to the City for library purposes, and contracts with schools, county, or other governmental agencies to render or receive library services or facilities.

 

2026 Meeting Schedule** -

January 20
February 23
March 16
April 20
May 18
June 15
July 20
August 17
September 21
October 19
November 16
December 21

 

 ** Meeting Schedule and Venue are subject to change

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