Event List

LOTG | Samarkand

Tuesday, May 20, 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 Samarkand!

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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 Samarkand!

Bilingual Songs & Stories for Kids

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am

MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) 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...

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Library Branch: Eastside Library

Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside)

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 | Grace Village

Tuesday, May 20, 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...

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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, May 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Island Room (Central) at Central Library

Program Type:

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

Age Group:

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

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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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Island Room (Central)

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 Street near the Farmers Market

Tuesday, May 20, 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!

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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!

music and movement text on white background

Bilingual Music & Movement

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am

All Faulkner Galleries (Central) at Central Library

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...

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: All Faulkner Galleries (Central)

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.

LOTG | Harding School

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm

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), Family

The Library on the Go will be at Harding School with a ton of children's materials. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop by to say hi! We'll be parked on the Mountain Avenue side of the school.

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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), Family

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. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop by to say hi! We'll be parked on the Mountain Avenue side of the school.

Creator's Club

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Library

Program Type:

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

Age Group:

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

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.

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Library Branch: Eastside Library

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, May 21, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Bohnett 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 Bohnett 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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Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG)

Room: Bohnett 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:

The Library on the Go will be at Bohnett 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):

Teen Volunteer Time

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:45pm

Upper Level (Central) at Central Library

Program Type:

Civic Engagement, For Teens, Spanish

Age Group:

Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)

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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Registration Required

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Upper Level (Central)

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

Program Type: Civic Engagement, For Teens, Spanish

Registration 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.

Stay & Play

Thursday, May 22, 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):

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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 22, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am

MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) at Eastside Library

Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Honoring Mental Health Awareness Month, Spanish

Age Group:

Adults, Family

Join SBPL and Pink Means Go Wellness for a series of special yoga and mindfulness sessions in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month.

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Registration Required

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Library Branch: Eastside Library

Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside)

Age Group: Adults, Family

Program Type: Arts & Culture, Honoring Mental Health Awareness Month, Spanish

Registration Required

Details/Detalles:

Join SBPL and Pink Means Go Wellness for a series of special yoga and mindfulness sessions in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month.

Climate Justice Film Series

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Faulkner Gallery (Central) at Central Library

Program Type:

Civic Engagement, Spanish, Sustainably SBPL

Age Group:

Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults

Join SBPL for the Climate Justice Film Series, a thought-provoking series of films exploring the intersection of climate change, social equity, and environmental justice.

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central)

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

Program Type: Civic Engagement, Spanish, Sustainably SBPL

Details/Detalles:

Join SBPL for the Climate Justice Film Series, a thought-provoking series of films exploring the intersection of climate change, social equity, and environmental justice.

LOTG | Oak Park

Friday, May 23, 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):

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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):

Teen Volunteer Time

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

Eastside Library

Program Type:

Civic Engagement, For Teens, 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...

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Library Branch: Eastside Library

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

Program Type: Civic Engagement, For Teens, 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.

Relax & Craft for Teens

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Upper Level (Central) at Central Library

Program Type:

For Teens, 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.

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Upper Level (Central)

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

Program Type: For Teens, 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.

Memorial Day

All Day

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

All SBPL locations will be closed on Monday, May 26 for Memorial Day.

Closing

Branches:

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

Description:

All SBPL locations will be closed on Monday, May 26 for Memorial Day.

LOTG | Mission Park Healthcare Center

Tuesday, May 27, 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!

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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!

Bilingual Songs & Stories for Kids

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am

MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) 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...

View Details

Library Branch: Eastside Library

Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside)

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 | Villa Santa Fe II

Tuesday, May 27, 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.

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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.

LOTG | State Street near the Farmers Market

Tuesday, May 27, 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!

View Details

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!

SBPL partners with Santa Barbara County to present a Spanish language webinar in suicide prevention

Explora las 8 Dimensiones del Bienestar

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Honoring Mental Health Awareness Month, Parents & Caregivers, Spanish, Special Event

Age Group:

Teen (High School), Adults, Family

La importancia del bienestar radica en el equilibrio. Desde la salud física y social hasta el bienestar financiero y espiritual, existen muchas formas de cuidar nuestra calidad de vida.

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Register Now

Registration Required

Virtual Event

Open

Library Branch: Virtual

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

Program Type: Arts & Culture, Honoring Mental Health Awareness Month, Parents & Caregivers, Spanish, Special Event

Registration Required

Details/Detalles:

La importancia del bienestar radica en el equilibrio. Desde la salud física y social hasta el bienestar financiero y espiritual, existen muchas formas de cuidar nuestra calidad de vida.

Bilingual Music & Movement

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am

All Faulkner Galleries (Central) at Central Library

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...

View Details

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: All Faulkner Galleries (Central)

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.

LOTG | Harding School

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm

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), Family

The Library on the Go will be at Harding School with a ton of children's materials. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop by to say hi! We'll be parked on the Mountain Avenue side of the school.

View Details

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), Family

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. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop by to say hi! We'll be parked on the Mountain Avenue side of the school.

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