Overview
The Marin City Library recognizes that school libraries provide an essential role in the learning and teaching of our community's youngest minds. Our library has partnered with the Sausalito Marin City School District (SMCSD) to support the planning and coordinating of the school library services for both school campuses. The MC Library and SMCSD are fully committed to providing equitable educational instruction and access to resources enabling all SMCSD students to develop the necessary skills to be successful in the 21st Century and beyond. The Marin City Library team staffs and manages the collections at both school libraries in the Sausalito Marin City School District.
Computers & Wi-Fi
We boast the largest computer lab in the MCFL system, and we offer hands-on technology mentorship and training, provided by the Marin WebStars, opens a new window.
- Public internet computers are available, including ADA accessible workstations and learning workstations for children.
- Reservations are recommended. Reserve a computer online, opens a new window or in person at the branch.
- TechConnect packs with Chromebooks are also available for loan.
- Free wi-fi access is available throughout the branch.
- To print to this location from your computer or mobile device, visit our MobilePrint page.
- 3D printing
Computer Tutoring by Appointment
- One-to-one computer tutoring sessions available by appointment:
Computer Basics, Internet Basics, or Email Basics.
Please sign up in advance by calling 415-332-6157.
WebStars
- Headquartered in the Marin City Library, the program trains young people as technology ambassadors.
- The WebStars, opens a new window then serve our community, offering tutoring and troubleshooting with the following:
- Email, word processing, and basic hardware/software maintenance
- Social media, blogging, and photo sharing
- Webpage design, photo editing, and animation
- Watch the WebStars in action – Youtube commercial for WebStars, opens a new window
- Visit the WebStars online @ https://www.marinwebstars.org/marincity/, opens a new window
- Sign up for free computer classes online, in person, or by calling 415-332-6157.
3D Printing
The Marin City Library branch offers free 3D printing to library cardholders. Visit our 3D printing page for details.
If you are ready to make an appointment to use the 3D printer, you can book it on the 3D Printer Calendar, opens a new window.
Please contact the Marin City Library at 415-332-6158 for more information. We look forward to working with you!
Accessibility
- Accessible restrooms
- ADA workstation
- Parking for patrons with disabilities is located nearby in the Gateway Shopping Center
Donating Books & Materials
- We are not taking donations at the branch at this time.
- Donations can be taken to the bookstore run by the Friends – Book Place, opens a new window. Please check the donation guidelines on their page.
Friends Groups
- Friends of the Marin County Free Library, opens a new window
- Friends of the Marin City Library
In the News
Read about Marin City Library and our 3D printer in the news:
- https://3dprint.com/54685/3d-printed-pool-filter/, opens a new window
- http://www.marinij.com/article/NO/20150307/NEWS/150309852, opens a new window
- http://patch.com/california/novato/marin-residents-can-now-use-3d-printer-free-0, opens a new window
- http://abc7news.com/society/marin-library-bouncing-back-after-recession/557722/, opens a new window
