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Imagine That! : STEAM Hour

Tuesday, April 1, 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)
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 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):

creator's club

Creator's Club

Wednesday, April 2, 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
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 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.

ball of yarns with knit n needle text

Knit 'n' Needle

Thursday, April 3, 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.

1st thursday art on canvas

1st Thursday Art Reception

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
All Faulkner Galleries at Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Details/Detalles:

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):Participants in this event ...

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

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):

latino poetry

Celebrating Latino Poetry with Blas Falconer & Emma Trelles

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Faulkner Gallery at Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults
Details/Detalles:

Join us for an afternoon of poetry and creative conversation celebrating the rich tradition of Latino poetry. Poets Blas Falconer and Emma Trelles will share their poems, discuss t...

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

Join us for an afternoon of poetry and creative conversation celebrating the rich tradition of Latino poetry.

Promotional graphic for Minecraft Club with white text and diamond sword on a grass block background.

Minecraft Club

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Island Room (Central) at Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, STEAM & Maker
Age Group:
School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6)
Details/Detalles:

Venture into the world of Minecraft!Get creative on iPads provided by the library, with a chance to learn more about our 3D printer and other robots!First come, first served. ...

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, STEAM & Maker
Details/Detalles:

Venture into the world of Minecraft!

Get creative on iPads provided by the library, with a chance to learn more about our 3D printer and other robots!

First come, first served. Space is limited. Perfect for ages 7-11!

creator's club

Creator's Club

Wednesday, April 9, 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
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 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.

ball of yarns with knit n needle text

Knit 'n' Needle

Thursday, April 10, 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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Hot Off the Press: Adult Crafting Series

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Faulkner Gallery East at Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults
Details/Detalles:

Down the Rabbit Hole: Decoden Clock Workshop“I'm late, I'm late, for a very important date!” Adults: decorate a desk clock using the decoden method! Decoden is a Japanese term that...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Faulkner Gallery East
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Required
Details/Detalles:

Down the Rabbit Hole: Decoden Clock Workshop

Promotional graphic for Imagine That! with orange and green text on transparent background of art supplies.

Imagine That! : STEAM Hour

Tuesday, April 15, 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)
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 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):

creator's club

Creator's Club

Wednesday, April 16, 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
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 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.

comic chaos club

Comic Chaos Club

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Faulkner Gallery West at Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, STEAM & Maker
Age Group:
School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6)
Details/Detalles:

Join SBPL in discussing your love of graphic novels!Each month, register for Comic Chaos and pick up that month’s graphic novel to read beforehand. Meet up to talk about the book a...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Faulkner Gallery West
Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6)
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, STEAM & Maker
Required
Details/Detalles:

Join SBPL in discussing your love of graphic novels!

Each month, register for Comic Chaos and pick up that month’s graphic novel to read beforehand. Meet up to talk about the book and work on an activity based on it.

Promotional graphic for Mending Matters featuring a sewing machine and Explore Ecology

Mending Matters

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Sustainably SBPL
Age Group:
Adults
Details/Detalles:

Join SBPL and Explore Ecology for a hands-on, eco-friendly journey into sewing and mending! This free, limited-series workshop offers community members the chance to learn valuable...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Sustainably SBPL
Details/Detalles:

Join SBPL and Explore Ecology for a hands-on, eco-friendly journey into sewing and mending! This free, limited-series workshop offers community members the chance to learn valuable skills in sewing, repairing, and upcycling clothing and textiles.

ball of yarns with knit n needle text

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.

Promotional graphic for "A bailar!" on a pink gradient sparkle background

¡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
Details/Detalles:

Join SBPL and Rosalina from Santa Barbara Dance Institute for a joyful journey into movement and rhythm. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or trying it out for the first time, come ...

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.

Promotional graphic for Minecraft Club with white text and diamond sword on a grass block background.

Minecraft Club

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Island Room (Central) at Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, STEAM & Maker
Age Group:
School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6)
Details/Detalles:

Venture into the world of Minecraft!Get creative on iPads provided by the library, with a chance to learn more about our 3D printer and other robots!First come, first served. ...

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, STEAM & Maker
Details/Detalles:

Venture into the world of Minecraft!

Get creative on iPads provided by the library, with a chance to learn more about our 3D printer and other robots!

First come, first served. Space is limited. Perfect for ages 7-11!

creator's club

Creator's Club

Wednesday, April 23, 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
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 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.

ball of yarns with knit n needle text

Knit 'n' Needle

Thursday, April 24, 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.

creator's club

Creator's Club: Día Edition

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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
Details/Detalles:

Celebrate Día del Niño & Día de los Libros with SBPL!Join us for a special Creator's Club activity inspired by the book, Imagine, by Juan Felipe Herrera. This free, all-ages ev...

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:

Celebrate Día del Niño & Día de los Libros with SBPL!

Yoga Bilingüe: Movimiento y Bienestar

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
MLK Jr. Room at Eastside Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Spanish
Age Group:
Adults, Family
Details/Detalles:

All are welcome, but this event is held in Spanish.Join SBPL and Pink Means Go Wellness for a series of special yoga and mindfulness sessions in honor of Mental Health Awareness Mo...

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.

ball of yarns with knit n needle text

Knit 'n' Needle

Thursday, May 1, 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.

1st thursday art on canvas

1st Thursday Art Reception

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 3:30pm - 7:00pm
All Faulkner Galleries at Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Details/Detalles:

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):Participants in this event ...

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

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):

"Guess Who’s in Town” Poetry Reading with Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer and James Crews

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Fireplace Room (Central) at Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults
Details/Detalles:

Celebrate two award-winning poets at the "Guess Who's in Town" poetry reading series. Colorado-based poet, Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer, and Vermont-based poet, James Crews, will read...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Fireplace Room (Central)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Details/Detalles:

Celebrate two award-winning poets at the "Guess Who's in Town" poetry reading series. Colorado-based poet, Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer, and Vermont-based poet, James Crews, will read in Central Library's lovely Fireplace Room.

Promotional graphic for Imagine That! with orange and green text on transparent background of art supplies.

Imagine That! Puppet Theater

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:15pm
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)
Details/Detalles:

Join us for a special puppet storytelling event! Turn your imagination into reality with a new, hands-on workshop. Pop into the puppet theater, craft a story, design your own puppe...

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:

Join us for a special puppet storytelling event! Turn your imagination into reality with a new, hands-on workshop. Pop into the puppet theater, craft a story, design your own puppet, and act out your own story.