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Febrero 2026

Grupo de lectura en español

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) at Eastside Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Spanish
Age Group:
Adults

¡Acompáñanos en el Grupo de Lectura en español de la Biblioteca Pública de Santa Bárbara, el cual se realiza el último viernes de cada otro mes! Este es un grupo para intercambiar ideas y conversar sobre la lectura.

Library Branch: Eastside Library
Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Spanish
Body:

¡Acompáñanos en el Grupo de Lectura en español de la Biblioteca Pública de Santa Bárbara, el cual se realiza el último viernes de cada otro mes! Este es un grupo para intercambiar ideas y conversar sobre la lectura.

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LOTG | Oak Park

Friday, February 27, 2026 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

The Library on the Go will be at Oak Park with a ton of books for all ages. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop 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
Body:

The Library on the Go will be at Oak Park with a ton of books for all ages. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop by to say hi!

Disclaimer(s):

Stylized "OG" text as glasses with "READERS" below on a lined paper background.

OG Tutor Training

Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Faulkner Gallery (Central) at Central Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Tutor Training
Age Group:
Teen (High School), Adults

Become an OG Readers Volunteer Tutor and make a meaningful difference in childhood literacy!  This three-part training is based on the Orton-Gillingham Approach, used to teach struggling young readers.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central)
Age Group: Teen (High School), Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Tutor Training
Registration Required
Body:

Become an OG Readers Volunteer Tutor and make a meaningful difference in childhood literacy!  This three-part training is based on the Orton-Gillingham Approach, used to teach struggling young readers.

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Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) at Eastside Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Adults, Family

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.

Library Branch: Eastside Library
Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside)
Age Group: Adults, Family
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Body:

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.

LOTG | Pilgrim Terrace

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
In the Community at Library on the Go (LOTG)
Program Type:
Library on the Go
Age Group:
Adults

The Library on the Go is coming to Pilgrim Terrace! We'll be stocked with a great selection of materials for adults, including large print, fiction, nonfiction, and Spanish-language books.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)
Room: In the Community
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library on the Go
Body:

The Library on the Go is coming to Pilgrim Terrace! We'll be stocked with a great selection of materials for adults, including large print, fiction, nonfiction, and Spanish-language books.

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Pre & Postnatal Yoga

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Faulkner Gallery (Central) at Central Library
Program Type:
Parents & Caregivers
Age Group:
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), Adults

Join us for a gentle, accessible, and all-levels yoga class for expecting or new parents that includes stretching, dynamic movement, conscious breathing, and meditation.

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central)
Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), Adults
Program Type: Parents & Caregivers
Body:

Join us for a gentle, accessible, and all-levels yoga class for expecting or new parents that includes stretching, dynamic movement, conscious breathing, and meditation.

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LOTG | Valle Verde

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 12:15pm - 1:15pm
In the Community at Library on the Go (LOTG)
Program Type:
Library on the Go, Spanish
Age Group:
Adults

The Library on the Go is coming to Valle Verde!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)
Room: In the Community
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library on the Go, Spanish
Body:

The Library on the Go is coming to Valle Verde!

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English Conversation Group

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Literacy Center Office (Central) at Central Library
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Spanish
Age Group:
Adults
English Conversation Group:

Join SBPL’s Literacy staff for a fun, informal opportunity to practice your English language skills. All skill levels are welcome.Disclaimer(s):Participants in this event may be ph...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Literacy Center Office (Central)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Spanish

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

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LOTG | State Street near the Farmers Market

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:30pm
In the Community 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

The Library on the Go will be just outside the entrance to the Farmers Market on State and Canon Perdido Streets with a ton of books for all ages. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop by to say hi!

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, Spanish
Body:

The Library on the Go will be just outside the entrance to the Farmers Market on State and Canon Perdido Streets with a ton of books for all ages. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop by to say hi!

Fiction Book Club

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Upper Level (Central) at Central Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Let’s talk fiction! We’ll meet monthly and share our thoughts about a novel or collection of short stories.

This month’s title: TBD

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Upper Level (Central)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Body:

Let’s talk fiction! We’ll meet monthly and share our thoughts about a novel or collection of short stories.

This month’s title: TBD

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LOTG | Harding School

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Harding School 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

The Library on the Go will be at Harding School with a ton of books for all ages. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop by to say hi!

Disclaimer(s):

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)
Room: Harding School
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
Body:

The Library on the Go will be at Harding School with a ton of books for all ages. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop by to say hi!

Disclaimer(s):

Social Justice Book Club

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Tech Lab (Central) at Central Library
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Books & Reading, Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for the Social Justice Book Club where we will read fiction and nonfiction titles that explore social justice issues such as race, gender, sexuality, immigration, environmental justice, healthcare access, food and housing i

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Tech Lab (Central)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Books & Reading, Civic Engagement
Registration Required
Body:

Join us for the Social Justice Book Club where we will read fiction and nonfiction titles that explore social justice issues such as race, gender, sexuality, immigration, environmental justice, healthcare access, food and housing i

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LOTG | Shoreline Park

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Shoreline 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

The Library on the Go will be at Shoreline Park with a ton of books for all ages. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop by to say hi!

Disclaimer(s):

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)
Room: Shoreline 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
Body:

The Library on the Go will be at Shoreline Park with a ton of books for all ages. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop by to say hi!

Disclaimer(s):

Eastside Job Fair for Spanish and Bilingual Job Seekers

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) at Eastside Library
Program Type:
Job & Career
Age Group:
Adults

Join us at the Eastside Job Fair to find your next job opportunity!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Eastside Library
Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Job & Career
Registration Required
Body:

Join us at the Eastside Job Fair to find your next job opportunity!

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Knit 'n' Needle

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Montecito Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults
Knit 'n' Needle:

Join us for our weekly Knit 'n' Needle gatherings, open to all skill levels! Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, or enjoy any other fiber arts, you're welcome to come and shar...

Library Branch: Montecito Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture

Join us for our weekly Knit 'n' Needle gatherings, open to all skill levels!

Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, or enjoy any other fiber arts, you're welcome to come and share your creativity with us.

Disclaimer:

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.

Computer keyboard on an orange background with "Typing Course" text.

SBPL Works! Typing Course

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Faulkner Gallery East (Central) at Central Library
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Job & Career
Age Group:
Adults

SBPL Works! invites job seekers to a 8-part typing course, designed for beginners to navigate a keyboard and practice typing in a safe space.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Faulkner Gallery East (Central)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Job & Career
Registration Required
Body:

SBPL Works! invites job seekers to a 8-part typing course, designed for beginners to navigate a keyboard and practice typing in a safe space.

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LOTG | Coronel Center

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
In the Community 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

The Library on the Go will be at the Coronel Center with a ton of books for all ages. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop by to say hi!

Disclaimer(s):

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, Spanish
Body:

The Library on the Go will be at the Coronel Center with a ton of books for all ages. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop by to say hi!

Disclaimer(s):

Blue paintbrush and palette on framed black canvas with the words "Art Music Theatre Downtown Santa Barbara".

1st Thursday Art Reception

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
All Faulkner Galleries (Central) at Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Visit the library for a 1st Thursday reception and view the latest art exhibits. Exhibits rotate monthly in each of the Faulkner galleries.

Disclaimer(s):

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: All Faulkner Galleries (Central)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Special Event
Body:

Visit the library for a 1st Thursday reception and view the latest art exhibits. Exhibits rotate monthly in each of the Faulkner galleries.

Disclaimer(s):

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LOTG | Oak Park

Friday, March 6, 2026 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

The Library on the Go will be at Oak Park with a ton of books for all ages. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop 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
Body:

The Library on the Go will be at Oak Park with a ton of books for all ages. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop by to say hi!

Disclaimer(s):

Cartoon of tax form and calculator

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) at Eastside Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Adults, Family

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.

Library Branch: Eastside Library
Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside)
Age Group: Adults, Family
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Body:

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.

Cartoon of tax form and calculator

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) at Eastside Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Adults, Family

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.

Library Branch: Eastside Library
Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside)
Age Group: Adults, Family
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Body:

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.

Stylized "OG" text as glasses with "READERS" below on a lined paper background.

OG Tutor Training

Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Faulkner Gallery (Central) at Central Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Tutor Training
Age Group:
Teen (High School), Adults

Become an OG Readers Volunteer Tutor and make a meaningful difference in childhood literacy!  This three-part training is based on the Orton-Gillingham Approach, used to teach struggling young readers.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central)
Age Group: Teen (High School), Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Tutor Training
Registration Required
Body:

Become an OG Readers Volunteer Tutor and make a meaningful difference in childhood literacy!  This three-part training is based on the Orton-Gillingham Approach, used to teach struggling young readers.

Crying in H Mart Book Discussion

Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Faulkner Gallery East (Central) at Central Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Join SBPL to discuss this year’s UCSB Reads book, Crying in H Mart, by Michelle Zauner, a powerful memoir that explores grief, identity, and the comfort of food. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Faulkner Gallery East (Central)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Body:

Join SBPL to discuss this year’s UCSB Reads book, Crying in H Mart, by Michelle Zauner, a powerful memoir that explores grief, identity, and the comfort of food. 

Cartoon of tax form and calculator

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) at Eastside Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Adults, Family

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.

Library Branch: Eastside Library
Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside)
Age Group: Adults, Family
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Body:

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.