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Stay & Play

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:30am
Eastside Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Spanish
Age Group:
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
:

Drop by to learn and play, sing and share stories with your young children. Enjoy company and snacks with other caregivers. Bilingual Spanish and English speaking staff will be present.

Disclaimer(s):

Library Branch: Eastside Library
Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy, Spanish
Details/Detalles:

Drop by to learn and play, sing and share stories with your young children. Enjoy company and snacks with other caregivers. Bilingual Spanish and English speaking staff will be present.

Disclaimer(s):

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LOTG | Shoreline Park

Thursday, April 17, 2025 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
:

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: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family, All Ages
Details/Detalles:

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):

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Music & Movement | Shoreline Park

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Shoreline Park at Library on the Go (LOTG)
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Library on the Go
Age Group:
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Music & Movement Outreach:

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 pl...

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)
Room: Shoreline Park
Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy, Library on the Go

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. 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.

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.

Library Board Meeting

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
All Faulkner Galleries at Central Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
:

All galleries reserved for Library Board Meeting.

Details: https://santabarbaraca.gov/library-board

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: All Faulkner Galleries
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Details/Detalles:

All galleries reserved for Library Board Meeting.

Details: https://santabarbaraca.gov/library-board

ECG

English Conversation Group

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
MLK Jr. Room at Eastside 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 e...

Library Branch: Eastside Library
Room: MLK Jr. Room
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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Knit 'n' Needle

Thursday, April 17, 2025 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.

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LOTG | Santa Barbara High School

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 2:15pm - 4:15pm
In the Community at Library on the Go (LOTG)
Program Type:
Library on the Go
Age Group:
Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)
:

The Library on the Go is coming to Santa Barbara High School! Stop by to check out our teen volunteer opportunities and paid summer internships, get a library card, or use our Wi-Fi.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)
Room: In the Community
Age Group: Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Library on the Go
Details/Detalles:

The Library on the Go is coming to Santa Barbara High School! Stop by to check out our teen volunteer opportunities and paid summer internships, get a library card, or use our Wi-Fi.

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Wiggly Storytime

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Island Room (Central) at Central Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Wiggly Storytime:

This storytime engages children and their caregivers with short stories, action rhymes, and songs. Your toddler will learn sounds, letter recognition, new words, listening skills, ...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Island Room (Central)
Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy

This storytime engages children and their caregivers with short stories, action rhymes, and songs. Your toddler will learn sounds, letter recognition, new words, listening skills, and motor skills that will help them grow into pre-readers, all while having fun. This class is designed for toddlers ages 14 months - 3 years.

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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Practical Skills Workshop for Adult Literacy Tutors

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Tutor Training
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join fellow volunteers for a hands-on tutoring skills workshop! Learn new skills to use during sessions with learners. Problem-solve challenges and celebrate successes in collaboration with current tutors.

Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Tutor Training
Required
Details/Detalles:

Join fellow volunteers for a hands-on tutoring skills workshop! Learn new skills to use during sessions with learners. Problem-solve challenges and celebrate successes in collaboration with current tutors.

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Trail Talks: Searching for Wildflowers in Santa Barbara County with Sally Isaacson

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Faulkner Gallery at Central Library
Program Type:
Trail Talks
Age Group:
Adults
:

Our region is a global biodiversity hotspot, and it boasts an amazing diversity of native plant species.

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Faulkner Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Trail Talks
Details/Detalles:

Our region is a global biodiversity hotspot, and it boasts an amazing diversity of native plant species.

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¡A bailar!

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
MLK Jr. Room at Eastside Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, 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
:

Join SBPL and Rosalina from Santa Barbara Dance Institute for a joyful journey into movement and rhythm.

Library Branch: Eastside Library
Room: MLK Jr. Room
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, Spanish
Details/Detalles:

Join SBPL and Rosalina from Santa Barbara Dance Institute for a joyful journey into movement and rhythm.

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LOTG | Oak Park

Friday, April 18, 2025 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
:

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):

SBPL hosts Hangout for teens at the Yanonali Community Garden

The Hangout: Teen Garden Party

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
STEAM & Maker, Sustainably SBPL
Age Group:
Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)
:

Teens, join us for a special garden Hangout! Learn about plants, worms, and more as we plant our summer garden. Please come prepared to bend, squat, lift, and move your body.

Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)
Program Type: STEAM & Maker, Sustainably SBPL
Required
Details/Detalles:

Teens, join us for a special garden Hangout! Learn about plants, worms, and more as we plant our summer garden. Please come prepared to bend, squat, lift, and move your body.

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Santa Barbara High School Swap Meet

Saturday, April 19, 2025 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
:

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.

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.

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Teen Volunteer Time

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Eastside Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement, Spanish
Age Group:
Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)
Teen Volunteer Time-Eastside:

Teens are welcome to come and earn 90 mins of community service time every week at the Eastside Library. Teens will be helping with finding books, organizing library materials, pre...

Library Branch: Eastside Library
Age Group: Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Spanish

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

No registration required!

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.

SBPL hosts a community banner day in celebration of Earth Day.

Earth Day Community Banner Celebration

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Michael Towbes Library Plaza at Central Library
Program Type:
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
:

The Earth Day Community Banner Celebration will be a chance for community members to reflect on their connection to the Earth and create something beautiful together.

Library Branch: Central Library
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: Spanish, Special Event
Details/Detalles:

The Earth Day Community Banner Celebration will be a chance for community members to reflect on their connection to the Earth and create something beautiful together.

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Relax & Craft for Teens

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Upper Level at Central Library
Program Type:
Spanish, STEAM & Maker
Age Group:
Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)
:

Calling all teens in grades 7-12! Join us for a relaxing crafting session! Head upstairs to the Teen Area and learn to crochet, relax and color, or explore classic crafts like friendship bracelets and keychain making.

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Upper Level
Age Group: Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Spanish, STEAM & Maker
Details/Detalles:

Calling all teens in grades 7-12! Join us for a relaxing crafting session! Head upstairs to the Teen Area and learn to crochet, relax and color, or explore classic crafts like friendship bracelets and keychain making.

Stay & Play

Stay & Play

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:30am
Montecito Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
:

Drop by to learn and play, sing and share stories with your young children. Enjoy the company of other caregivers.

Disclaimer(s):

Library Branch: Montecito Library
Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Details/Detalles:

Drop by to learn and play, sing and share stories with your young children. Enjoy the company of other caregivers.

Disclaimer(s):

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Intermediate Spanish Conversation Class

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Tech Lab at Central Library
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Spanish
Age Group:
Adults
:

Are you looking to improve your Spanish-language skills? This class is designed to help intermediate learners improve their speaking, listening, and conversational skills.

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Tech Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Spanish
Required
Details/Detalles:

Are you looking to improve your Spanish-language skills? This class is designed to help intermediate learners improve their speaking, listening, and conversational skills.

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LOTG | Mission Park Healthcare Center

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
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 Mission Park Healthcare Center!

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

The Library on the Go is coming to Mission Park Healthcare Center!

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Bilingual Songs & Stories for Kids

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
MLK Jr. Room at Eastside Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Spanish
Age Group:
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Bilingual songs and stories for kids:

This class focuses on developing your child’s literacy skills with action rhymes, a short story, and songs in both English and Spanish. Your child will practice language skills, so...

Library Branch: Eastside Library
Room: MLK Jr. Room
Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy, Spanish

This class focuses on developing your child’s literacy skills with action rhymes, a short story, and songs in both English and Spanish. Your child will practice language skills, social skills, motor skills, and you’ll have the chance to connect with other caregivers.

This class is best for children 0-5 years of age 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.

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Get it Done: Advance Care Planning

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Faulkner Gallery at Central Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Adults, Family
:

Join us for a two-part workshop series on Advance Care Planning (ACP), presented by Get it Done Santa Barbara. ACP allows you to approach the future with peace of mind.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Faulkner Gallery
Age Group: Adults, Family
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Required
Details/Detalles:

Join us for a two-part workshop series on Advance Care Planning (ACP), presented by Get it Done Santa Barbara. ACP allows you to approach the future with peace of mind.

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LOTG | Villa Santa Fe II

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 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 Villa Santa Fe II! 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, Spanish
Details/Detalles:

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

Montecito

Montecito Book Club

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Montecito Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join the Montecito Book Club!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Montecito Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Required
Details/Detalles:

Join the Montecito Book Club!