Name: Knit 'n' Needle
Start: 2025-05-08T14:00:00-07:00
End: 2025-05-08T15:30:00-07:00
Location: Montecito

Knit 'n' Needle

Thursday, May 8, 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.

LOTG | Santa Barbara Junior High School

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm

In the Community at Library on the Go (LOTG)

Program Type:

Library on the Go, Spanish

Age Group:

Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)

:

The Library on the Go will be just outside Santa Barbara Junior High School near the path on Quarantina and Cota St. We will be stocked with mostly teen items, but we’ll have some children’s and adult items, too.

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, Spanish

Details/Detalles:

The Library on the Go will be just outside Santa Barbara Junior High School near the path on Quarantina and Cota St. We will be stocked with mostly teen items, but we’ll have some children’s and adult items, too.

SBPL hosts a special edition of Wiggly Storytime in partnership with the SB Chinese School

Chinese Wiggly Storytime

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Island Room (Central) at Central Library

Program Type:

Early Literacy

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)

:

Join us for a very special Chinese Wiggly Storytime with Chloe Hsun Lin, Ph.D., Musical Director at Santa Barbara Chinese School. Sing, dance, and practice early literacy skills in Chinese!

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Island Room (Central)

Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)

Program Type: Early Literacy

Details/Detalles:

Join us for a very special Chinese Wiggly Storytime with Chloe Hsun Lin, Ph.D., Musical Director at Santa Barbara Chinese School. Sing, dance, and practice early literacy skills in Chinese!

LOTG | Oak Park

Friday, May 9, 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):

Dinner and a Movie Screening: Story & Pictures By

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Faulkner Gallery at Central Library

Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, Parents & Caregivers, Special Event

Age Group:

Family

:

Celebrate Children’s Book Week with us!

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Faulkner Gallery

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, Parents & Caregivers, Special Event

Details/Detalles:

Celebrate Children’s Book Week with us!

Promotional graphic for Explore Together featuring orange and blue text surrounded by scientific icons.

Explore Together: Indigenous Storytelling

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am

Island Room (Central) at Central Library

Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Early Literacy, STEAM & Maker

Age Group:

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

:

Join us for a very special edition of Explore Together with live storytelling presented by Mia Lopez.

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Island Room (Central)

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

Program Type: Arts & Culture, Early Literacy, STEAM & Maker

Details/Detalles:

Join us for a very special edition of Explore Together with live storytelling presented by Mia Lopez.

Teen Volunteer Time

Saturday, May 10, 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.

New Tutor Training for Adult Literacy on transparent cream background

Tutor Training for New Adult Literacy Volunteers

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Faulkner Gallery at Central Library

Program Type:

Adult Literacy, Tutor Training

Age Group:

Adults

:

Create connections and serve your community by volunteering as an Adult Literacy Tutor at Santa Barbara Public Library!

Open

Required

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Faulkner Gallery

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Adult Literacy, Tutor Training

Required

Details/Detalles:

Create connections and serve your community by volunteering as an Adult Literacy Tutor at Santa Barbara Public Library!

Connecting Thru Sign Language Family Story Time

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Michael Towbes Upper Plaza at Central Library

Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, Special Event

Age Group:

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

:

Hugo Martinez, a Deaf signer who spreads his love for literacy and Deaf culture throughout Santa Barbara, will share books, personal stories, and teach a few signs.

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Michael Towbes Upper Plaza

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

Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, Special Event

Details/Detalles:

Hugo Martinez, a Deaf signer who spreads his love for literacy and Deaf culture throughout Santa Barbara, will share books, personal stories, and teach a few signs.

Relax & Craft for Teens

Saturday, May 10, 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

Tuesday, May 13, 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):

LOTG | Villa Santa Fe

Tuesday, May 13, 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

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...

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)

Room: In the Community

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Library on the Go, Spanish

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.

Honoring Indigenous Ways of Healing: Integrating the Medicine Wheel for Wellness

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Eastside Patio at Eastside Library

Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Spanish

Age Group:

Teen (High School), Adults

:

Join the Santa Barbara Public Library and Dr. Heidi Coronado for an interactive workshop that invites participants to explore Indigenous ways of healing and wellness through the Medicine Wheel.

Open

Required

Open

Library Branch: Eastside Library

Room: Eastside Patio

Age Group: Teen (High School), Adults

Program Type: Arts & Culture, Spanish

Required

Details/Detalles:

Join the Santa Barbara Public Library and Dr. Heidi Coronado for an interactive workshop that invites participants to explore Indigenous ways of healing and wellness through the Medicine Wheel.

Bilingual Songs & Stories for Kids

Tuesday, May 13, 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.

LOTG | Presidio Springs

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 12:15pm - 1:15pm

In the Community at Library on the Go (LOTG)

Program Type:

Library on the Go

Age Group:

Adults

:

The Library on the Go will be in front of Presidio Springs housing complex loaded with adult materials like large type, fiction, nonfiction, and Spanish language materials.

Disclaimer(s):

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)

Room: In the Community

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Library on the Go

Details/Detalles:

The Library on the Go will be in front of Presidio Springs housing complex loaded with adult materials like large type, fiction, nonfiction, and Spanish language materials.

Disclaimer(s):

Lego Club

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Island Room (Central) at Central Library

Program Type:

STEAM & Maker

Age Group:

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

:

Get creative with Legos at Central Library or try one of our challenges to master your Lego-building skills!

Disclaimer(s)

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Island Room (Central)

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

Program Type: STEAM & Maker

Details/Detalles:

Get creative with Legos at Central Library or try one of our challenges to master your Lego-building skills!

Disclaimer(s)

LOTG | State Street near the Farmers Market

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 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

Details/Detalles:

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!

Promotional graphic for Teen Talk Healthy Relationship with people with arms around each other with the text "What is love"

Roadmap to Healthy Friendships & Relationships: A Teen Workshop

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Faulkner Gallery West at Central Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)

:

Teens: are you looking to improve your emotional intelligence and create stronger social connections? Join SBPL and founder of What is LOVE, Christy Stillwell, M.A.

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Faulkner Gallery West

Age Group: Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)

Program Type: Special Event

Details/Detalles:

Teens: are you looking to improve your emotional intelligence and create stronger social connections? Join SBPL and founder of What is LOVE, Christy Stillwell, M.A.

Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Faulkner Gallery West at Central Library

Program Type:

Teen Advisory Board

Age Group:

Teen (High School)

Teen Advisory Board:

Teen Advisory Board combines community service and youth development, underlining the value of teen involvement towards the success of the Santa Barbara Public Library and the Sant...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Faulkner Gallery West

Age Group: Teen (High School)

Program Type: Teen Advisory Board

Teen Advisory Board combines community service and youth development, underlining the value of teen involvement towards the success of the Santa Barbara Public Library and the Santa Barbara community at large. The program gives high school students positive ways to discover their voice, develop leadership skills, and create lasting change within their community. Teens will identify community needs, create projects to support those needs, and help shape the library's teen services, programs, and collections.

T.A.B. meetings will be held twice a month, January through June, once a month in July and August, and resume meeting twice a month September through December. T.A.B. members will receive community service hours for attending T.A.B. meetings and events, and additional volunteer opportunities and team building activities will be offered on a weekly basis.

Interested in joining? Apply to T.A.B. now!

Email our Teen Services Librarian for questions: KSaffie@santabarbaraca.gov

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.

Closed for Staff Training

All Day

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

All SBPL locations are closed for staff training.

Closing

Branches:

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

Description:

All SBPL locations are closed for staff training.

QPR Suicide Prevention Training Webinar

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Parents & Caregivers, Spanish, Special Event

Age Group:

Teen (High School), Adults, Family

:

*This virtual training will be conducted in English, but all are welcome to attend*

Open

Required

Virtual Event

Open

Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Teen (High School), Adults, Family

Program Type: Arts & Culture, Parents & Caregivers, Spanish, Special Event

Required

Details/Detalles:

*This virtual training will be conducted in English, but all are welcome to attend*

Stay & Play

Thursday, May 15, 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):

Yoga Bilingüe: Movimiento y Bienestar

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am

MLK Jr. Room at Eastside Library

Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Spanish

Age Group:

Adults, Family

:

All are welcome, but this event is held in Spanish.

Library Branch: Eastside Library

Room: MLK Jr. Room

Age Group: Adults, Family

Program Type: Arts & Culture, Spanish

Details/Detalles:

All are welcome, but this event is held in Spanish.

LOTG | Shoreline Park

Thursday, May 15, 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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