This event is in the "All Ages" group.

LOTG | Alameda Park

10:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages
Library on the Go (LOTG)
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Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)
Room: Alameda Park
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Library on the Go

Visit the Library on the Go! We'll have a mix of adult and children's materials along with WiFi access. Check out books, get a library card, or just come by to say hi!

Disclaimer(s):

Participants in this event may be photographed by Library staff. These photos may be used in promotional or educational publications, including in print, social media, and presentations. Please see staff if you do not consent to having your photo taken. Staff will obtain individual, signed photo releases of photographs that contain only an individual as opposed to a group.

In case of inclement weather, outdoor activities may be canceled. For the most up to date information, please contact the library with any questions or concerns before traveling to library events.

This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group.

Bilingual Music & Movement

10:15am - 10:45am
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Central
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Library Branch: Central
Room: All Faulkner Galleries
Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy, Spanish

All-singing, all-dancing morning of stories and fun! In this class, children and their caregivers learn how to develop early literacy skills through music, dancing, and creative play in English and Spanish. These sessions are designed for children ages 2 - 5, but children of all ages are welcome.

Disclaimer(s):

Participants in this event may be photographed by Library staff. These photos may be used in promotional or educational publications, including in print, social media, and presentations. Please see staff if you do not consent to having your photo taken. Staff will obtain individual, signed photo releases of photographs that contain only an individual as opposed to a group.

This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group.

Baby & Me

11:00am - 11:30am
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Central
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Library Branch: Central
Room: All Faulkner Galleries
Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy

Baby & Me focuses on developing your baby’s pre-literacy skills. In this thirty-minute program, our storyteller will lead the group in songs, rhymes, reading, and sensory play time to develop language skills, social skills, motor skills, and community building. Please bring your own blanket.

This class is best for babies 0-14 months and their caregivers.

Disclaimer(s) 

Participants in this event may be photographed by Library staff. These photos may be used in promotional or educational publications, including in print, social media, and presentations. Please see staff if you do not consent to having your photo taken. Staff will obtain individual, signed photo releases of photographs that contain only an individual as opposed to a group.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Digital Library Hour

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adults
Central
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Library Branch: Central
Room: Faulkner Gallery West
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tech Skills
Details/Detalles:

Have questions about Santa Barbara Public Library’s Digital Resources?

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

LOTG | Harding School

12:30pm - 2:00pm
All Ages
Library on the Go (LOTG)
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)
Room: In the Community
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Library on the Go, Spanish
Details/Detalles:

The Library on the Go will be at Harding School with a ton of children's materials. Come on by to load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just to say hello and have a walk in the neighborhood.

This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group.
This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Creator's Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family
Eastside
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Library Branch: Eastside
Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, STEAM & Maker
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Looking for a fun and creative after-school activity? Join us at the Eastside Library for a weekly STEAM activity inspired by children’s literature. Bilingual Spanish and English speaking staff will be present.

This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group.

Read to a Dog

3:00pm - 4:00pm
School-aged children (Grades 3-6)
Eastside
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Library Branch: Eastside
Age Group: School-aged children (Grades 3-6)
Program Type: Books & Reading, Early Literacy, Spanish

Practice your reading with our furry friend,Tallulah! Sign up at the desk for a 10-15 minute reading session, first come, first served. Reluctant readers, emergent readers, and dog-loving readers are welcome!  Our volunteer therapy dog team is certified by the Alliance of Therapy Dogs.

Disclaimer(s):

Participants in this event may be photographed by Library staff. These photos may be used in promotional or educational publications, including in print, social media, and presentations. Please see staff if you do not consent to having your photo taken. Staff will obtain individual, signed photo releases of photographs that contain only an individual as opposed to a group.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program

3:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Family
Eastside
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Library Branch: Eastside
Room: MLK Jr. Room
Age Group: Adults, Family
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Details/Detalles:

Need help with taxes this year? The VITA program is a free tax preparation service for local Santa Barbara County residents who make $67,000 or less a year.

This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group.
This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Cancelled

LOTG | Harding School

3:30pm - 5:00pm
School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family, All Ages
Library on the Go (LOTG)
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Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)
Room: Harding School
Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family, All Ages
Program Type: Library on the Go
Details/Detalles:

Visit Library on the Go! We'll have a mix of adult and children's materials along with WiFi access. 

This event is part of the Santa Barbara Unified and City of Santa Barbara Open Campuses Initiative.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESOL Class for Beginning to early Intermediate Learners

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Central
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Central
Room: Faulkner Gallery West
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy
Required
Details/Detalles:

Join our English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class for Beginning to early Intermediate learners to practice everyday vocabulary and basic grammar as we focus on the topics of family and home.

This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group.
This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group.

Teen Volunteer Time

4:15pm - 5:45pm
Teen (High School), Teen (Junior High)
Central
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Central
Room: Upper Level
Age Group: Teen (High School), Teen (Junior High)
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Spanish
Required
Details/Detalles:

Teens are welcome to come and earn 90 mins of community service time every week at the Central Library. Teens will be helping with finding books, organizing library materials, preparing arts and crafts activities and other tasks.

This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group.

Baby & Me

5:00pm - 5:30pm
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Central
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Library Branch: Central
Room: All Faulkner Galleries
Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy

Baby & Me focuses on developing your baby’s pre-literacy skills. In this thirty-minute program, our storyteller will lead the group in songs, rhymes, reading, and sensory play time to develop language skills, social skills, motor skills, and community building. Please bring your own blanket.

This class is best for babies 0-14 months and their caregivers.

Disclaimer(s) 

Participants in this event may be photographed by Library staff. These photos may be used in promotional or educational publications, including in print, social media, and presentations. Please see staff if you do not consent to having your photo taken. Staff will obtain individual, signed photo releases of photographs that contain only an individual as opposed to a group.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Group

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
Central
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Library Branch: Central
Room: Faulkner Gallery East
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy
Details/Detalles:

Join SBPL’s Literacy staff for a fun, informal opportunity to practice your English language skills. All skill levels are welcome.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Romance Book Club | Virtual

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults
Virtual
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Details/Detalles:

Join us virtually for Romance Book Club to meet other romance readers in the community, chat about your favorite romances, and discuss the month's reading selection (books are available digitally for checkout).

This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Library Branch: Central
Room: Faulkner Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Details/Detalles:

Local poet & musician Julian Talamantez Brolaski will present a talk exploring the role of rhyme in the verse narratives, or “romances,” of the early fourteenth century.For more details about Julian’s lecture visit: