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SBPL hosts workshops for intermediate Spanish speakers

Intermediate Spanish Conversation Class

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Tech Lab (Central) at Central Library

Program Type:

Adult Literacy

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Tech Lab (Central)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Adult Literacy

Registration Required

Details/Detalles:

Are you looking to improve your intermediate Spanish-language skills? This class focuses on speaking, listening, and conversational practice.

Bilingual Songs & Stories for Kids

Tuesday, December 16, 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)

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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

T.A.B. Presents: Cozy Reading & Cocoa

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Island Room (Central) at Central Library

Program Type:

For Teens, Special Event

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), Family, All Ages

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Island Room (Central)

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), Family, All Ages

Program Type: For Teens, Special Event

Details/Detalles:

Join members of the Teen Advisory Board (T.A.B.) for a cozy holiday evening! Sip hot cocoa, browse cozy holiday books, make paper snowflakes, and enjoy a festive, joyful time. For teens, families, and friends.

White and orange outline of a dog face with a blue book with a tie dye background

Read to a Dog

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Eastside Library

Program Type:

Books & Reading, Spanish

Age Group:

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

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Library Branch: Eastside Library

Age Group: School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family

Program Type: Books & Reading, Spanish

Story Creators

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Island Room (Central) at Central Library

Program Type:

Arts & Culture

Age Group:

School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High)

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Island Room (Central)

Age Group: School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High)

Program Type: Arts & Culture

Details/Detalles:

Play with writing and storytelling by exploring how to create characters, setting, and plot. Try your hand at writing opinion pieces or storyboarding a script or graphic novel.

Stay & Play

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:30am

Eastside Library

Program Type:

Early Literacy, Spanish

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)

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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.

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Knit 'n' Needle

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Montecito Library

Program Type:

Arts & Culture

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Montecito Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Culture

Trail Talks Open Mic: Tales from the Wild

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Faulkner Gallery (Central) at Central Library

Program Type:

Trail Talks

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Trail Talks

Details/Detalles:

To close out the year, we are handing the mic to you for a special Trail Talks Open Mic event!

We’re welcoming five speakers to share their stories with us!

SBPL hosts workshops for intermediate Spanish speakers to practice language skills

Intermediate Spanish Conversation Class

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am

MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) at Eastside Library

Program Type:

Adult Literacy

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Eastside Library

Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Adult Literacy

Registration Required

Details/Detalles:

Are you looking to improve your intermediate Spanish-language skills? This class focuses on speaking, listening, and conversational practice.

SBPL hosts family-friendly, interactive learning activities that explore science, math, literacy, and art

Explore Together

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am

Island Room (Central) at Central Library

Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Early Literacy, STEAM & Maker

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), Family

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Island Room (Central)

Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), Family

Program Type: Arts & Culture, Early Literacy, 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.

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10 am		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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group LOTG at the Pool \| Ortega Park 10:30am–1:30pm Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Adults, Family 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG) Room: Ortega Park Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Adults, Family Program Type: Library on the Go Details/Detalles: Join SBPL for summer fun at the Parks and Recreation Community Pools! The Library on the Go will be stopping by the park on Wednesdays all summer with books for all ages, from board books to graphic novels to adult fiction!	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 Cancelled 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 Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group Maker Hour 10:30am–11:30am School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6) Montecito Library This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Montecito Library Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6) Program Type: STEAM & Maker Details/Detalles: Join us for Maker Hour once a month at Montecito Library! All supplies will be provided, and children will be encouraged to take home their creations. Supplies are limited. Best for children 6 and up. 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 Cancelled Library Lab 10:00am–3:00pm School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6) Central Library This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central) Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6) Program Type: Spanish, STEAM & Maker Ready for hands-on science learning? Children of all ages are invited to play and learn together in this drop in event. Library staff will have STEAM activities for both older and younger children to learn about science, technology, engineering, and math in fun, interactive ways. All ages are welcome to interact with all activities, but an adult assistant may be necessary for younger children. Activities rotate weekly. 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.
11 am	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 (High School)" group This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group Lunch at the Library 11:30am–12:30pm Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (High School), Teen (Junior High) Central Library 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 (High School)" group This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central) Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (High School), Teen (Junior High) Program Type: Special Event Details/Detalles: Children and teens are invited to come pick up a free nutritious meal as part of the USDA Summer Food Service Program. Lunch will be served on a first come, first served basis, and there’s no need for applications or any kind of documentation. 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 "Family" group Dinosaur Day @ Lunch at the Library 11:30am–1:00pm Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family Central Library 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 "Family" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central) Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family Program Type: STEAM & Maker Details/Detalles: Calling all dino fans! Get ready for dino-mite day at the Library. Go back in time to experiment with STEM activities and crafts all about dinosaurs for children of all ages!	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 (High School)" group This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group Lunch at the Library 11:30am–12:30pm Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (High School), Teen (Junior High) Central Library 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 (High School)" group This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central) Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (High School), Teen (Junior High) Program Type: Special Event Details/Detalles: Children and teens are invited to come pick up a free nutritious meal as part of the USDA Summer Food Service Program. Lunch will be served on a first come, first served basis, and there’s no need for applications or any kind of documentation.	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 (High School)" group This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group Lunch at the Library 11:30am–12:30pm Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (High School), Teen (Junior High) Central Library 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 (High School)" group This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central) Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (High School), Teen (Junior High) Program Type: Special Event Details/Detalles: Children and teens are invited to come pick up a free nutritious meal as part of the USDA Summer Food Service Program. Lunch will be served on a first come, first served basis, and there’s no need for applications or any kind of documentation.	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 (High School)" group This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group Lunch at the Library 11:30am–12:30pm Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (High School), Teen (Junior High) Central Library 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 (High School)" group This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central) Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (High School), Teen (Junior High) Program Type: Special Event Details/Detalles: Children and teens are invited to come pick up a free nutritious meal as part of the USDA Summer Food Service Program. Lunch will be served on a first come, first served basis, and there’s no need for applications or any kind of documentation.	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 LOTG \| Ortega Park School Supply Drive 11:00am–3:00pm School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG) Room: Ortega Park Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family Program Type: Library on the Go Details/Detalles: Join the Library on the Go at the Ortega Park School Supply Drive This event is organized by a local youth collective that aims to empower all Santa Barbara youth. The event includes art workshops, youth activities, entertainment, and more!
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2 pm		This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group Library Lab 2:00pm–3:30pm School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6) Central Library This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central) Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6) Program Type: Spanish, STEAM & Maker Ready for hands-on science learning? Children of all ages are invited to play and learn together in this drop in event. Library staff will have STEAM activities for both older and younger children to learn about science, technology, engineering, and math in fun, interactive ways. All ages are welcome to interact with all activities, but an adult assistant may be necessary for younger children. Activities rotate weekly. 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 K-2)" group This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group Diary of a Wimpy Kid Party 2:30pm–4:00pm School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6) Central Library This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central) Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6) Program Type: Special Event, STEAM & Maker Details/Detalles: Join us to celebrate the world of Diary of a Wimpy Kid! This book series is full of outrageous fun and we hope that this party will be too! Do crafts, race robots, take part in contests, and more.
3 pm		This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group Read to a Dog 3:00pm–4:00pm School-aged children (Grades 3-6) Eastside Library This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Eastside Library Age Group: School-aged children (Grades 3-6) Program Type: Books & Reading, Early Literacy, Spanish 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 "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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group Cancelled LOTG at the Pool \| Oak Park 3:30pm–5:30pm Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Adults, Family 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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), Adults, Family Program Type: Library on the Go Details/Detalles: Join SBPL for summer fun at the Parks and Recreation Community Pools! The Library on the Go will be stopping by the park on Wednesdays all summer with books for all ages, from board books to graphic novels to adult fiction!	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 LOTG \| Bohnett Park 3:30pm–5:00pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
4 pm		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 (High School)" group This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group This event is in the "Family" group Library on the Go at Santa Barbara County Back to School Health Fair 4:00pm–6:00pm Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (High School), Teen (Junior High), Family 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 (High School)" group This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group This event is in the "Family" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 (High School), Teen (Junior High), Family Program Type: Civic Engagement, Library on the Go Details/Detalles: Join the Library on the Go at the SB County Health Department’s Back to School Health Fair.

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