This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 12 2025 Wed Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program 4:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Eastside This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 12 2025 Wed Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program 4:00pm - 7:00pm Eastside Library Branch: Eastside Room: MLK Jr. Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Civic Engagement Details/Detalles: Need help with taxes this year? The VITA program is a free tax preparation service for local Santa Barbara County residents who make $67,000 or less a year.
This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. Mar 12 2025 Wed Teen Volunteer Time 4:15pm - 5:45pm Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School) Central Open Registration This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. Mar 12 2025 Wed Teen Volunteer Time 4:15pm - 5:45pm Central Open Library Branch: Central Room: Upper Level Age Group: Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School) Program Type: Civic Engagement, 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 12 2025 Wed Romance Book Club 5:30pm - 6:30pm Adults Central This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 12 2025 Wed Romance Book Club 5:30pm - 6:30pm Central Library Branch: Central Room: Faulkner Gallery West Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Reading Details/Detalles: Join us for Romance Book Club to meet other romance readers in the community, chat about your favorite romances, and discuss the month's reading selection (books are available digitally for checkout).
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu Stay & Play 9:00am - 10:30am Early Childhood (Ages 0-5) Eastside This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu Stay & Play 9:00am - 10:30am Eastside 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):
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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu LOTG | Shoreline Park 10:00am - 12:00pm School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family, All Ages Library on the Go (LOTG) 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu LOTG | Shoreline Park 10:00am - 12:00pm Library on the Go (LOTG) 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.
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu Music & Movement | Shoreline Park 10:30am - 11:00am Early Childhood (Ages 0-5) Library on the Go (LOTG) This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu Music & Movement | Shoreline Park 10:30am - 11:00am Library on the Go (LOTG) 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu English Conversation Group 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Eastside This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu English Conversation Group 1:00pm - 2:00pm Eastside 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu Knit 'n' Needle 2:00pm - 3:30pm Adults Montecito This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu Knit 'n' Needle 2:00pm - 3:30pm Montecito 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.
This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu LOTG | Santa Barbara Junior High School 2:30pm - 4:30pm Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School) Library on the Go (LOTG) Offsite Event This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu LOTG | Santa Barbara Junior High School 2:30pm - 4:30pm Library on the Go (LOTG) Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG) Room: In the Community Age Group: Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School) Program Type: Library on the Go, Spanish Details/Detalles: The Library on the Go will be just outside Santa Barbara Junior High School near the path on Quarantina and Cota St. We will be stocked with mostly teen items, but we’ll have some children’s and adult items, too.
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu Wiggly Storytime 4:30pm - 5:00pm Early Childhood (Ages 0-5) Central This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu Wiggly Storytime 4:30pm - 5:00pm Central Library Branch: Central Room: Island Room 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. Mar 14 2025 Fri ¡A bailar! 9:30am - 10:30am 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 Eastside 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. Mar 14 2025 Fri ¡A bailar! 9:30am - 10:30am Eastside Library Branch: Eastside 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.
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. Mar 14 2025 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. Mar 14 2025 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 "Adults" group. Mar 15 2025 Sat Clases Básicas de Computación 9:30am - 10:30am Adults Eastside Open Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 15 2025 Sat Clases Básicas de Computación 9:30am - 10:30am Eastside Open Library Branch: Eastside Room: MLK Jr. Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Literacy, Spanish, Tech Skills Registration Required Details/Detalles: La Biblioteca Pública de Santa Bárbara invita a nuestra comunidad hispana a un curso de seis sesiones en español, centrado en la alfabetización básica en informática, diseñado para proporcionarle a los participantes las herramientas necesarias par
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. Mar 15 2025 Sat Composting Made Easy: A Hands-on Workshop 10:00am - 12:00pm School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults 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. 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. Mar 15 2025 Sat Composting Made Easy: A Hands-on Workshop 10:00am - 12:00pm Central Library Branch: Central Room: Faulkner Gallery Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults Program Type: Sustainably SBPL Details/Detalles: Join SBPL and Dr. David White for a fun and informative composting program designed for families and adults! This interactive session includes a detailed PowerPoint presentation on composting, followed by a Q&A to address your questions.
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 "Family" group. Mar 15 2025 Sat Explore Together 10:30am - 11:30am Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), Family Central 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 "Family" group. Mar 15 2025 Sat Explore Together 10:30am - 11:30am Central Library Branch: Central Room: Island Room Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), Family Program Type: STEAM & Maker Details/Detalles: Join us Saturday mornings at the library for fun, interactive learning activities for the whole family! Explore science, math, literacy, and art concepts together in a hands-on, engaging way.
This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. Mar 15 2025 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. Mar 15 2025 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 "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. Mar 15 2025 Sat Family Literacy Carnival and Immigration Resource Fair 2:30pm - 4:30pm 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 Central 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. Mar 15 2025 Sat Family Literacy Carnival and Immigration Resource Fair 2:30pm - 4:30pm Central Library Branch: Central Room: Michael Towbes Upper Plaza 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: Adult Literacy, Early Literacy, Spanish Details/Detalles: Join SBPL for our Second Annual Immigration Resource Fair and Family Literacy Carnival! This special event invites immigrant families to learn about the many ways in which our community supports newcomers and promotes literacy.
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Mar 18 2025 Tue Stay & Play 9:00am - 10:30am Early Childhood (Ages 0-5) Montecito This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Mar 18 2025 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. Mar 18 2025 Tue Intermediate Spanish Conversation Class 10:00am - 11:00am Adults Central Open Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 18 2025 Tue Intermediate Spanish Conversation Class 10:00am - 11:00am Central Open Library Branch: Central Room: Tech Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Literacy, Spanish Registration Required Details/Detalles: Are you looking to improve your Spanish-language skills? This class is designed to help intermediate learners improve their speaking, listening, and conversational skills.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 18 2025 Tue LOTG | Samarkand 10:30am - 11:30am Adults Library on the Go (LOTG) Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 18 2025 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. Mar 18 2025 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. Mar 18 2025 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 "Adults" group. Mar 18 2025 Tue LOTG | Grace Village 12:15pm - 1:15pm Adults Library on the Go (LOTG) Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 18 2025 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. Mar 18 2025 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. Mar 18 2025 Tue Imagine That! : STEAM Hour 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central 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):
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Mar 18 2025 Tue LOTG | State St. near the Farmers Market 4:00pm - 6:30pm All Ages Library on the Go (LOTG) Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group. Mar 18 2025 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: 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.