Central & Unser - Patrick J. Baca Library

Our Mission

Connecting people with resources and services.

Our Vision

To bring opportunities for knowledge, learning, and achievement to our customers and community.

What We Value

• Achievement – We help citizens develop their knowledge and skills to accomplish their goals.
• Learning – We promote literacy and education.
• Knowledge – We provide access to information.
• Responsibility – We are accountable for the efficient and effective use of resources.
• Diversity – We value diversity.
• Integrity – We adhere to high standards of service and dependability.

Our Goals

• Support literacy and lifelong learning
• Advance the use of new technology
• Maximize awareness of the Library
• Excel in customer service

Central and Unser Library has two meeting rooms. The Community Room holds a maximum of 100 people and the Lawrence Charles Vargas Children's Activity Room holds a maximum of 40 people. Policy, rules and required forms for using the meeting rooms may be found at Meeting and Study Rooms as well as a list of meeting rooms at other branches. 

To view availability online, see our online booking form.

Study Rooms

Central and Unser Library has 3 study rooms that will hold a maximum of six people each. The study rooms may be reserved (call 768-4320) up to one week in advance for no more than two hours per person/group a day. Check in at the Information Desk with your library card to gain access to the study room.

Branch Amenities & Services

  51 Public Computers (Windows 7 with Microsoft Office 2013 and Internet access)

  Free Wireless Internet Access

  Printing Services - 15¢ per page

  Faxing Services - $1.00 per 5 pages

  Copy Machine - 20¢ per page

  Meeting & Study Rooms Available for Public Reservation

  Early Literacy Station

Family Storytime    families
Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets and more that encourage development of early literacy skills in young children, using the guidelines from the Every Child Ready to Read program.

Play Time at the Library!
Playing and learning go hand in hand. Join our fun playdate group where children can connect with other children while providing them with the opportunity to build their social skills and engage in creative and unstructured play with books, toys, music, and all the room you need to have fun.

Sunday Movies
Central & Unser Library Presents: Sunday Movies! Come to Central & Unser Library and watch a free showing of a movie. Be sure to call the library at 768-4320 to make sure a movie is showing this Sunday.

Crafty Club for Kids    families
Join us for fun crafts, music, games, and more! For ages 3 - 8.