This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group. Dec 12 2024 Thu Read to a Dog 3:00pm - 4:00pm School-aged children (Grades 3-6) Eastside This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group. Dec 12 2024 Thu Read to a Dog 3:00pm - 4:00pm Eastside 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.
This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. Dec 12 2024 Thu Teen Study Hall 4:00pm - 5:30pm Teen (High School) Eastside This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. Dec 12 2024 Thu Teen Study Hall 4:00pm - 5:30pm Eastside Library Branch: Eastside Room: MLK Jr. Room Age Group: Teen (High School) Program Type: Books & Reading Details/Detalles: Calling all high schoolers! Meet with friends to study, work on a project, or draw. Snacks and supplies will be provided, and library staff will be available to help with homework. For teens in 9th - 12th grade. Registration is not required.
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Dec 12 2024 Thu Wiggly Storytime 5:00pm - 5:30pm Early Childhood (Ages 0-5) Central This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Dec 12 2024 Thu Wiggly Storytime 5:00pm - 5:30pm Central 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.
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group. This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 13 2024 Fri LOTG | Oak Park 10:00am - 12:00pm 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 Library on the Go (LOTG) This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group. This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 13 2024 Fri LOTG | Oak Park 10:00am - 12:00pm Library on the Go (LOTG) 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):
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Dec 13 2024 Fri Little Dancers | Oak Park 10:30am - 11:00am Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), Family Library on the Go (LOTG) This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Dec 13 2024 Fri Little Dancers | Oak Park 10:30am - 11:00am Library on the Go (LOTG) 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!
This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 14 2024 Sat Sustainably SBPL: Garden Volunteers 9:00am - 10:00am Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults Off Site Cancelled Registration Offsite Event This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 14 2024 Sat Cancelled Sustainably SBPL: Garden Volunteers 9:00am - 10:00am Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults Program Type: Civic Engagement, Spanish, STEAM & Maker Details/Detalles: Teens and adults, join us to get your hands dirty for the community! Learn about organic gardening and support your local community garden with tasks like weeding, watering, mulching, harvesting, planting, and more.
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group. This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 14 2024 Sat LOTG | Paseo Nuevo 10:30am - 1:30pm 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 Library on the Go (LOTG) Offsite Event This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group. This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 14 2024 Sat LOTG | Paseo Nuevo 10:30am - 1:30pm Library on the Go (LOTG) 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 Details/Detalles: Celebrate the holiday season with the Library on the Go at Paseo Nuevo! Join us for a festive craft activity, explore books for all ages, find your next great read, and learn about upcoming library events.
This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. Dec 14 2024 Sat Teen Volunteer Time 11:00am - 12:30pm Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School) Eastside This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. Dec 14 2024 Sat Teen Volunteer Time 11:00am - 12:30pm Eastside Library Branch: Eastside 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 14 2024 Sat Tutor Training for New Adult Literacy Volunteers 12:00pm - 4:00pm Adults Central Open Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 14 2024 Sat Tutor Training for New Adult Literacy Volunteers 12:00pm - 4:00pm Central Open Library Branch: Central Room: Faulkner Gallery Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Literacy, Tutor Training Registration Required Details/Detalles: Create connections and serve your community by volunteering as an Adult Literacy Tutor at Santa Barbara Public Library!
This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. Dec 14 2024 Sat Relax & Craft for Teens 3:00pm - 4:30pm Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School) Central This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. Dec 14 2024 Sat Relax & Craft for Teens 3:00pm - 4:30pm Central Library Branch: Central 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.
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group. This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 14 2024 Sat LOTG | Milpas Street Holiday Parade 5:30pm - 7:30pm 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 Library on the Go (LOTG) Offsite Event This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group. This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 14 2024 Sat LOTG | Milpas Street Holiday Parade 5:30pm - 7:30pm Library on the Go (LOTG) 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 Details/Detalles: Join the Library on the Go and the Santa Barbara Eastside Society as we spread holiday cheer in the annual Milpas Street Holiday Parade!
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue Stay & Play 9:00am - 10:30am Early Childhood (Ages 0-5) Montecito This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue Stay & Play 9:00am - 10:30am Montecito 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):
This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue LOTG | Samarkand 10:30am - 11:30am Adults Library on the Go (LOTG) Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue LOTG | Samarkand 10:30am - 11:30am Library on the Go (LOTG) 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.
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue Bilingual Songs & Stories for Kids 11:00am - 11:30am Early Childhood (Ages 0-5) Eastside This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue Bilingual Songs & Stories for Kids 11:00am - 11:30am Eastside 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.
This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue Tinker Time: 3D Printing 11:00am - 12:30pm School-aged children (Grades 3-6) Central Open Registration This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue Tinker Time: 3D Printing 11:00am - 12:30pm Central Open Library Branch: Central Room: Tech Lab Age Group: School-aged children (Grades 3-6) Program Type: STEAM & Maker Registration Required Details/Detalles: Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop where young creators will dive into the world of 3D design using TinkerCAD!
This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue Montecito Book Club 12:00pm - 1:00pm Adults Montecito Cancelled Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue Cancelled Montecito Book Club 12:00pm - 1:00pm Montecito Library Branch: Montecito Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Reading Details/Detalles: Join the Montecito Book Club!
This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue LOTG | Grace Village 12:15pm - 1:15pm Adults Library on the Go (LOTG) Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue LOTG | Grace Village 12:15pm - 1:15pm Library on the Go (LOTG) 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.
This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue Imagine That! : STEAM Hour 4:00pm - 5:00pm School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6) Central This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue Imagine That! : STEAM Hour 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Branch: Central Room: Children's Area 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):
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group. This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue LOTG | State St. near the Farmers Market 4:00pm - 6:30pm 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 Library on the Go (LOTG) Offsite Event This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group. This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue LOTG | State St. near the Farmers Market 4:00pm - 6:30pm Library on the Go (LOTG) 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 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.
This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue Teen Advisory Board 5:00pm - 6:30pm Teen (High School) Central This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue Teen Advisory Board 5:00pm - 6:30pm Central Library Branch: Central 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.
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Dec 18 2024 Wed Bilingual Music & Movement 10:15am - 10:45am Early Childhood (Ages 0-5) Central This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Dec 18 2024 Wed Bilingual Music & Movement 10:15am - 10:45am Central 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.
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Dec 18 2024 Wed Baby & Me 11:00am - 11:30am Early Childhood (Ages 0-5) Central This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Dec 18 2024 Wed Baby & Me 11:00am - 11:30am Central 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 18 2024 Wed LOTG | Harding School 12:30pm - 2:00pm All Ages Library on the Go (LOTG) Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 18 2024 Wed LOTG | Harding School 12:30pm - 2:00pm Library on the Go (LOTG) 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.
This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Dec 18 2024 Wed Creator's Club: Snow Much Fun at the Library 2:00pm - 3:00pm School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family Eastside This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group. This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Dec 18 2024 Wed Creator's Club: Snow Much Fun at the Library 2:00pm - 3:00pm Eastside 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: Show us your creativity for the winter season! Join us this Wednesday at the Eastside Library for a STEAM activity inspired by our arctic animal friends. Bilingual Spanish and English speaking staff will be present.