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Name: Little Dancers | Oak Park
Start: 2024-11-22T10:30:00-08:00
End: 2024-11-22T11:00:00-08:00
Location: Oak Park

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Little Dancers | Oak Park

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am

Oak Park at Library on the Go (LOTG)

Program Type:

Early Literacy, Library on the Go, Parents & Caregivers, Spanish, Special Event

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), Family

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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

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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!

Lego Club

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Children's Area at Central

Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, STEAM & Maker

Age Group:

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

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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, STEAM & Maker

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Enjoy the end of the school week with Lego building at the Santa Barbara Public Library!

Get creative with Legos in the Children’s area of the Central Library or try one of our challenges to master your Lego-building skills!

Sustainably SBPL: Garden Volunteers

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am

Off Site

Program Type:

Civic Engagement, Spanish, STEAM & Maker

Age Group:

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

Open

Library Branch: Off Site

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

Program Type: Civic Engagement, Spanish, STEAM & Maker

Required

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.

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Tutor Training for New Adult Literacy Volunteers

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Faulkner Gallery at Central

Program Type:

Adult Literacy, Tutor Training

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Central

Room: Faulkner Gallery

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Adult Literacy, Tutor Training

Required

Details/Detalles:

Create connections and serve your community by volunteering as an Adult Literacy Tutor at Santa Barbara Public Library!

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Practical Skills Workshops for OG Readers Tutors

Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Faulkner Gallery at Central

Program Type:

Adult Literacy, Tutor Training

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Central

Room: Faulkner Gallery

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Adult Literacy, Tutor Training

Required

Details/Detalles:

Join fellow volunteers for a hands-on tutoring skills workshop! Learn new skills to use during sessions with learners. Problem-solve challenges and celebrate successes in collaboration with current tutors.

Stay & Play

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:30am

Montecito

Program Type:

Early Literacy

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)

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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.

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Minecraft Club

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tech Lab at Central

Program Type:

Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, STEAM & Maker

Age Group:

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

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Library Branch: Central

Room: Tech Lab

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 in the library’s terrific Tech Lab.

Relax & Craft for Teens

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Upper Level at Central

Program Type:

Spanish, STEAM & Maker

Age Group:

Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)

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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.

Stay & Play

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:30am

Montecito

Program Type:

Early Literacy

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)

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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.

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Imagine That! : STEAM Hour

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Children's Area at Central

Program Type:

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

Age Group:

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

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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.

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All Day	Closing Winter Holiday Closure All Day 12/30 - 1/1 All Branches Branches: Central, Eastside, Montecito, Library on the Go (LOTG), Virtual, Off Site Description: All SBPL locations will be closed for the winter holiday break.
10 am		This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Wiggly Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Early Childhood (Ages 0-5) Central This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Room: All Faulkner Galleries Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5) Program Type: Early Literacy Details/Detalles: 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 "Adults" group. LOTG \| Samarkand 10:30am - 11:30am Adults Library on the Go (LOTG) Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" 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: 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 "All Ages" group. LOTG \| Alameda Park 10:00am - 12:00pm All Ages Library on the Go (LOTG) 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: Alameda Park Age Group: 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. This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Bilingual Music & Movement 10:15am - 10:45am Early Childhood (Ages 0-5) Central This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "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 \| 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. 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 "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. OG Readers New Tutor Training: 3-Part Series 10:00am - 1:00pm Teen (High School), Adults Central Closed Required This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Room: Faulkner Gallery Age Group: Teen (High School), Adults Program Type: Tutor Training Required Details/Detalles: Teens and adults are invited to become OG Readers Volunteer Tutors as part of our reading intervention program for kids! This 3-part training is based on the Orton-Gillingham Approach, used to teach kids who are struggling readers. This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. Cancelled SBPL Works! Typing Course 10:30am - 11:30am Adults Central Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Room: Faulkner Gallery West Age Group: Adults Program Type: Job & Career, Tech Skills Details/Detalles: SBPL Works! Is offering an Open Lab for job seekers to improve their typing skills, designed to help participants boost your career readiness, and enhance your digital communication abilities.	This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. LOTG \| MacKenzie Park 10:00am - 12:00pm Family, All Ages Library on the Go (LOTG) 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: MacKenzie Park Age Group: Family, All Ages 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 "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. OG Readers New Tutor Training: 3-Part Series 10:00am - 1:00pm Teen (High School), Adults Central Closed Required This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Room: Faulkner Gallery Age Group: Teen (High School), Adults Program Type: Tutor Training Required Details/Detalles: Teens and adults are invited to become OG Readers Volunteer Tutors as part of our reading intervention program for kids! This 3-part training is based on the Orton-Gillingham Approach, used to teach kids who are struggling readers.	This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. OG Readers New Tutor Training: 3-Part Series 10:00am - 1:00pm Teen (High School), Adults Central Closed Required This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Room: Faulkner Gallery Age Group: Teen (High School), Adults Program Type: Tutor Training Required Details/Detalles: Teens and adults are invited to become OG Readers Volunteer Tutors as part of our reading intervention program for kids! This 3-part training is based on the Orton-Gillingham Approach, used to teach kids who are struggling readers.
11 am			This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Baby & Me 11:00am - 11:30am Early Childhood (Ages 0-5) Central This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Music & Movement \| MacKenzie Park 11:00am - 11:30am Early Childhood (Ages 0-5) Library on the Go (LOTG) This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG) Room: MacKenzie 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.
12 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. Digital Library Hour 12:00pm - 1:00pm Adults Central This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Room: Faulkner Gallery West Age Group: Adults Program Type: Tech Skills Details/Detalles: Have questions about Santa Barbara Public Library’s Digital Resources? This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. LOTG \| La Cumbre Jr High 12:30pm - 2:00pm Teen (High School), Teen (Junior High) Library on the Go (LOTG) Offsite Event 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: Library on the Go (LOTG) Room: In the Community Age Group: Teen (High School), Teen (Junior High) Program Type: Library on the Go Details/Detalles: Need something to read over the winter break? 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!
1 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled English Conversation Group 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Eastside This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
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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 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 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 "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 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): 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 part of the Santa Barbara Unified and City of Santa Barbara Open Campuses Initiative.
4 pm			This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. Teen Volunteer Time 4:15pm - 5:45pm Teen (High School), Teen (Junior High) Central Closed Required This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Room: Upper Level Age Group: Teen (High School), Teen (Junior High) Program Type: Civic Engagement, Spanish Required Details/Detalles: Teens are welcome to come and earn 90 mins of community service time every week at the Central Library. Teens will be helping with finding books, organizing library materials, preparing arts and crafts activities and other tasks.
5 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. English Conversation Group 5:00pm - 6:00pm Adults Central This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Room: Faulkner Gallery West Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Literacy Details/Detalles: Join SBPL’s Literacy staff for a fun, informal opportunity to practice your English language skills. All skill levels are welcome.	This event is in the "Adults" group. 1st Thursday Art Reception 5:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Central This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Room: Faulkner Gallery 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. 1st Thursday Art Reception 5:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Central This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Room: Faulkner Gallery East Age Group: Adults Program Type: 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. 1st Thursday Art Reception 5:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Central This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Room: Faulkner Gallery West 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.

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