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The Art of Ekphrastic Poetry Reading with David Starkey

Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Faulkner Gallery at Central
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Details/Detalles:

Join SBPL and former Santa Barbara Poet Laureate, David Starkey, for an afternoon of ekphrastic poetry (writing poetry about works of art).Participants from the January 12 workshop...

Library Branch: Central
Room: Faulkner Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Special Event
Details/Detalles:

Join SBPL and former Santa Barbara Poet Laureate, David Starkey, for an afternoon of ekphrastic poetry (writing poetry about works of art).

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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

All SBPL locations will be closed on Monday, January 20 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Closing
Branches:
Central, Eastside, Montecito, Library on the Go (LOTG), Virtual, Off Site
Description:

All SBPL locations will be closed on Monday, January 20 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

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Stay & Play

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:30am
Montecito
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Details/Detalles:

Drop by to learn and play, sing and share stories with your young children. Enjoy the company of other caregivers. Disclaimer(s): Participants in this event may be photograph...

Library Branch: Montecito
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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LOTG | Samarkand

Tuesday, January 21, 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
Details/Detalles:

The Library on the Go will be in front of the administration building at the Samarkand retirement community loaded with adult materials like large type, fiction, nonfiction, and Sp...

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 will be in front of the administration building at the Samarkand retirement community loaded with adult materials like large type, fiction, nonfiction, and Spanish language materials.

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Bilingual Songs & Stories for Kids

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
MLK Jr. Room at Eastside
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
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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LOTG | Grace Village

Tuesday, January 21, 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
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.

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Imagine That! : STEAM Hour

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Island Room 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.Disclaimer(s):...

Library Branch: Central
Room: Island Room
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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LOTG | State St. near the Farmers Market

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:30pm
In the Community at Library on the Go (LOTG)
Program Type:
Library on the Go
Age Group:
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: 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.

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Bilingual Music & Movement

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
All Faulkner Galleries at Central
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Spanish
Age Group:
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Bilingual Music & Movement:

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: 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.

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Baby & Me

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
All Faulkner Galleries at Central
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Baby & Me:

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 ...

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.

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LOTG | Harding School

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
In the Community at Library on the Go (LOTG)
Program Type:
Library on the Go, Spanish
Age Group:
All Ages
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 ...

Offsite Event
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.

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Creator's Club

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 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.

Read to a dog

Read to a Dog

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 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.

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LOTG | Bohnett Park

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 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.

Teen Volunteer Time

Teen Volunteer Time

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:45pm
Upper Level at Central
Program Type:
Civic Engagement, Spanish
Age Group:
Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)
Details/Detalles:

Teens can earn 90 minutes of community service time every week at the Central Library. Teens will help find books, organize library materials, prepare arts and crafts activities, a...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central
Room: Upper Level
Age Group: Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Spanish
Required
Details/Detalles:

Teens can earn 90 minutes of community service time every week at the Central Library. Teens will help find books, organize library materials, prepare arts and crafts activities, and other tasks.

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Stay & Play

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:30am
Eastside
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Spanish
Age Group:
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
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 pre...

Library Branch: Eastside
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, January 23, 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
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.

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Music & Movement | Shoreline Park

Thursday, January 23, 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.

ECG

English Conversation Group

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
MLK Jr. Room at Eastside
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
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, January 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Montecito
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
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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Wiggly Storytime

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
All Faulkner Galleries at Central
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
Room: All Faulkner Galleries
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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LOTG | Oak Park

Friday, January 24, 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
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! Disclaime...

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):

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Little Dancers | Oak Park

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Oak Park at Library on the Go (LOTG)
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Library on the Go, Parents & Caregivers, Spanish, Special Event
Age Group:
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), Family
Details/Detalles:

Join the Library on the Go van and the Santa Barbara Dance Institute for a joyful, bilingual early childhood creative dance program at Oak Park! With over 20 years of dance educati...

Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)
Room: Oak Park
Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), Family
Program Type: Early Literacy, Library on the Go, Parents & Caregivers, Spanish, Special Event
Details/Detalles:

Join the Library on the Go van and the Santa Barbara Dance Institute for a joyful, bilingual early childhood creative dance program at Oak Park!

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Food Science Friday

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Island Room at Central
Program Type:
Spanish, STEAM & Maker
Age Group:
School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High)
Details/Detalles:

Explore science through food! Join SBPL in making salt & watercolor paintings, structure building with marshmallows, and matching common garden plants to their scent. While enj...

Library Branch: Central
Room: Island Room
Age Group: School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High)
Program Type: Spanish, STEAM & Maker
Details/Detalles:

Explore science through food! Join SBPL in making salt & watercolor paintings, structure building with marshmallows, and matching common garden plants to their scent.