Name: Imagine That! : STEAM Hour
Start: 2024-12-03T16:00:00-08:00
End: 2024-12-03T17:00:00-08:00
Location: Central

Thanksgiving

All Day 11/28 - 11/29

Central, Eastside, Montecito, Library on the Go (LOTG), Virtual, Off Site

All SBPL locations will be closed from Thursday November 28 through Friday, November 29 for Thanksgiving.

Closing

Branches:

Central, Eastside, Montecito, Library on the Go (LOTG), Virtual, Off Site

Description:

All SBPL locations will be closed from Thursday November 28 through Friday, November 29 for Thanksgiving.

Promotional graphic for Imagine That! with orange and green text on transparent background of art supplies.

Imagine That! : STEAM Hour

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Children's Area at Central

Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, Spanish, STEAM & Maker

Age Group:

School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6)

Details/Detalles:

Get crafty in the library! Turn your imagination into reality with a new, hands-on workshop twice a month. Bilingual English and Spanish speaking staff will be present. Di...

Library Branch: Central

Room: Children's Area

Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6)

Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, Spanish, STEAM & Maker

Details/Detalles:

Get crafty in the library!

Turn your imagination into reality with a new, hands-on workshop twice a month.

Bilingual English and Spanish speaking staff will be present.

Disclaimer(s):

LOTG | State St. near the Farmers Market

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:30pm

In the Community at Library on the Go (LOTG)

Program Type:

Library on the Go

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Details/Detalles:

The Library on the Go will be just outside the entrance to the Farmers Market on State and Canon Perdido Streets. We will be stocked with mostly adult items, but we’ll have some ch...

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)

Room: In the Community

Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Program Type: Library on the Go

Details/Detalles:

The Library on the Go will be just outside the entrance to the Farmers Market on State and Canon Perdido Streets. We will be stocked with mostly adult items, but we’ll have some children’s items too.

Creator's Club

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside

Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, Spanish, STEAM & Maker

Age Group:

School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family

Details/Detalles:

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 s...

Library Branch: Eastside

Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family

Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, Spanish, STEAM & Maker

Details/Detalles:

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.

LOTG | Bohnett Park

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Bohnett Park at Library on the Go (LOTG)

Program Type:

Library on the Go

Age Group:

School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family, All Ages

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! Disclaime...

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)

Room: Bohnett Park

Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family, 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.

LOTG | Shoreline Park

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Shoreline Park at Library on the Go (LOTG)

Age Group:

School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family, All Ages

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! Disclaime...

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)

Room: Shoreline Park

Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family, All Ages

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.

Read to a Dog

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Eastside

Program Type:

Books & Reading

Age Group:

School-aged children (Grades 3-6)

Read to a Dog:

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...

Library Branch: Eastside

Age Group: School-aged children (Grades 3-6)

Program Type: Books & Reading

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.

LOTG | Oak Park

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Oak Park at Library on the Go (LOTG)

Program Type:

Library on the Go, Spanish

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Details/Detalles:

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)...

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)

Room: Oak Park

Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Program Type: Library on the Go, Spanish

Details/Detalles:

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):

LOTG | Annual Downtown Holiday Tree Lighting

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm

In the Community at Library on the Go (LOTG)

Program Type:

Library on the Go

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Details/Detalles:

Get into the holiday spirit with the Library on the Go and Downtown Santa Barbara at the Annual Downtown Holiday Tree Lighting event! Pick up a cozy read, browse books for all ages...

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)

Room: In the Community

Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Program Type: Library on the Go

Details/Detalles:

Get into the holiday spirit with the Library on the Go and Downtown Santa Barbara at the Annual Downtown Holiday Tree Lighting event!

Santa Barbara High School Swap Meet

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 8:00am - 1:00pm

In the Community at Library on the Go (LOTG)

Program Type:

Civic Engagement, Library on the Go, Spanish, Special Event

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Details/Detalles:

Join the Library on the Go van at the Santa Barbara High School Swap Meet where we will be stocked with mostly adult items, but we’ll also have some children’s items available. Sto...

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)

Room: In the Community

Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Program Type: Civic Engagement, Library on the Go, Spanish, Special Event

Details/Detalles:

Join the Library on the Go van at the Santa Barbara High School Swap Meet where we will be stocked with mostly adult items, but we’ll also have some children’s items available.

Raíces y sueños: Bilingual Storytime at the Museum of Art

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am

Off Site

Program Type:

Early Literacy, Parents & Caregivers, Spanish, Special Event

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family

Details/Detalles:

Join us for a delightful morning of art and storytime focused on developing your child’s literacy skills through action rhymes and short stories in both English and Spanish. Your c...

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family

Program Type: Early Literacy, Parents & Caregivers, Spanish, Special Event

Details/Detalles:

Join us for a delightful morning of art and storytime focused on developing your child’s literacy skills through action rhymes and short stories in both English and Spanish.

Local Author Book Festival

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Michael Towbes Library Plaza at Central

Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Special Event

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Details/Detalles:

Join SBPL for a Local Author Book Festival! Celebrate Santa Barbara’s literary talent and listen to authors read excerpts from their work in a “book karaoke” format on the Michael ...

Library Branch: Central

Room: Michael Towbes Library Plaza

Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Culture, Special Event

Details/Detalles:

Join SBPL for a Local Author Book Festival! Celebrate Santa Barbara’s literary talent and listen to authors read excerpts from their work in a “book karaoke” format on the Michael Towbes Library Plaza.

Minecraft Club

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tech Lab at Central

Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, STEAM & Maker

Age Group:

School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6)

Details/Detalles:

Venture into the world of Minecraft! Get creative on iPads provided by the library, with a chance to learn more about our 3D printer and other robots in the library’s terri...

Library Branch: Central

Room: Tech Lab

Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6)

Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, STEAM & Maker

Details/Detalles:

Venture into the world of Minecraft!

Get creative on iPads provided by the library, with a chance to learn more about our 3D printer and other robots in the library’s terrific Tech Lab.

LOTG | State St. near the Farmers Market

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:30pm

In the Community at Library on the Go (LOTG)

Program Type:

Library on the Go

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Details/Detalles:

The Library on the Go will be just outside the entrance to the Farmers Market on State and Canon Perdido Streets. We will be stocked with mostly adult items, but we’ll have some ch...

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)

Room: In the Community

Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Program Type: Library on the Go

Details/Detalles:

The Library on the Go will be just outside the entrance to the Farmers Market on State and Canon Perdido Streets. We will be stocked with mostly adult items, but we’ll have some children’s items too.

Creator's Club: Snow Much Fun at the Library

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside

Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, Spanish, STEAM & Maker

Age Group:

School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family

Details/Detalles:

Show us your creativity for the winter season! Join us this Wednesday at the Eastside Library for a STEAM activity inspired by the Gingerbread Man himself. Bilingual Spanish and En...

Library Branch: Eastside

Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family

Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, Spanish, STEAM & Maker

Details/Detalles:

Show us your creativity for the winter season! Join us this Wednesday at the Eastside Library for a STEAM activity inspired by the Gingerbread Man himself. Bilingual Spanish and English speaking staff will be present.

LOTG | Bohnett Park

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Bohnett Park at Library on the Go (LOTG)

Program Type:

Library on the Go

Age Group:

School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family, All Ages

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! Disclaime...

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)

Room: Bohnett Park

Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family, 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.

Central Library Closing at 6 PM

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Central

Central Library will close at 6 PM on Wednesday, December 11th.

Closing

Branches:

Central

Description:

Central Library will close at 6 PM on Wednesday, December 11th.

LOTG | Shoreline Park

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Shoreline Park at Library on the Go (LOTG)

Age Group:

School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family, All Ages

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! Disclaime...

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)

Room: Shoreline Park

Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family, All Ages

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.

Read to a Dog

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Eastside

Program Type:

Books & Reading

Age Group:

School-aged children (Grades 3-6)

Read to a Dog:

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...

Library Branch: Eastside

Age Group: School-aged children (Grades 3-6)

Program Type: Books & Reading

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.

LOTG | Oak Park

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Oak Park at Library on the Go (LOTG)

Program Type:

Library on the Go, Spanish

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Details/Detalles:

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)...

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)

Room: Oak Park

Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Program Type: Library on the Go, Spanish

Details/Detalles:

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):

LOTG | Paseo Nuevo

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 1:30pm

In the Community at Library on the Go (LOTG)

Program Type:

Library on the Go

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Details/Detalles:

Celebrate the holiday season with the Library on the Go at Paseo Nuevo! Join us for a festive craft activity, explore books for all ages, find your next great read, and learn about...

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)

Room: In the Community

Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Program Type: Library on the Go

Details/Detalles:

Celebrate the holiday season with the Library on the Go at Paseo Nuevo! Join us for a festive craft activity, explore books for all ages, find your next great read, and learn about upcoming library events.

LOTG | Milpas Street Holiday Parade

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

In the Community at Library on the Go (LOTG)

Program Type:

Library on the Go

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Details/Detalles:

Join the Library on the Go and the Santa Barbara Eastside Society as we spread holiday cheer in the annual Milpas Street Holiday Parade! Be sure to wave as the Library on the Go ro...

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)

Room: In the Community

Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Program Type: Library on the Go

Details/Detalles:

Join the Library on the Go and the Santa Barbara Eastside Society as we spread holiday cheer in the annual Milpas Street Holiday Parade!

Tinker Time: 3D Printing

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

Tech Lab at Central

Program Type:

STEAM & Maker

Age Group:

School-aged children (Grades 3-6)

Details/Detalles:

Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop where young creators will dive into the world of 3D design using TinkerCAD! Participants will learn the basics of the software and create ...

Open

Required

Open

Library Branch: Central

Room: Tech Lab

Age Group: School-aged children (Grades 3-6)

Program Type: STEAM & Maker

Required

Details/Detalles:

Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop where young creators will dive into the world of 3D design using TinkerCAD!

Imagine That! : STEAM Hour

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Children's Area at Central

Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, Spanish, STEAM & Maker

Age Group:

School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6)

Details/Detalles:

Get crafty in the library! Turn your imagination into reality with a new, hands-on workshop twice a month. Bilingual English and Spanish speaking staff will be present. Di...

Library Branch: Central

Room: Children's Area

Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6)

Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, Spanish, STEAM & Maker

Details/Detalles:

Get crafty in the library!

Turn your imagination into reality with a new, hands-on workshop twice a month.

Bilingual English and Spanish speaking staff will be present.

Disclaimer(s):

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