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Storytime at Santa Barbara Museum of Art

Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am

Off Site

Program Type:

Early Literacy, Raíces y Sueños, Spanish, Special Event

Age Group:

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

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Library Branch: Off Site

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

Program Type: Early Literacy, Raíces y Sueños, Spanish, Special Event

Details/Detalles:

Join us for a joyful morning of bilingual storytime and art, designed to support your child’s early literacy development through action rhymes, movement, and short stories in both English and Spanish.

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.

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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.

Disclaimer(s):

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.

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10 am	This event is in the "Adults" group LOTG \| Villa Santa Fe 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 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 "Adults" group SBPL Works! Typing Course 10:30am–11:30am Adults Central Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Faulkner Gallery West (Central) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Job & Career, Tech Skills Registration Required 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 "Adults" group Eastside Job Fair for Spanish-Speakers and Bilingual Job-Seekers 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Eastside Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Eastside Library Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Job & Career, Spanish Registration Required Details/Detalles: Join us at the Eastside Job Fair to find your next job opportunity!
11 am				This event is in the "Adults" group Computer and Internet Basics 11:00am–12:00pm Adults Eastside Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Eastside Library Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Tech Skills Registration Required Details/Detalles: In today's fast-paced digital landscape, basic computer and internet skills are essential for both personal and professional growth.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group Grupo de apoyo prenatal y posparto 11:00am–12:00pm Adults, Family Eastside Library 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: Eastside Library Room: Eastside Patio (Eastside) Age Group: Adults, Family Program Type: Parents & Caregivers, Spanish Details/Detalles: This group is designed for moms before, during, and after having their babies who seek support in their transition to motherhood.
12 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group LOTG \| Presidio Springs 12:15pm–1:15pm 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 Details/Detalles: The Library on the Go will be in front of Presidio Springs housing complex loaded with adult materials like large type, fiction, nonfiction, and Spanish language materials. Disclaimer(s):	This event is in the "Adults" group Digital Library Hour 12:00pm–1:00pm Adults Central Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Faulkner Gallery West (Central) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Tech Skills Details/Detalles: Have questions about Santa Barbara Public Library’s Digital Resources?			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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "All Ages" group LOTG \| Paseo Nuevo 12:00pm–5:00pm Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (High School), Teen (Junior High), 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 (High School)" group This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group This event is in the "Adults" 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: 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), Adults, Family, All Ages Program Type: Books & Reading, Early Literacy, Library on the Go, Spanish, Special Event Details/Detalles: Join the Library and ColorBloq.org at QTCON (Q & T for Queer & Trans; pronounced like "cutie-con") at Paseo Nuevo!
1 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group English Conversation Group 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Eastside Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Eastside Library Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) 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.
2 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group Community Connections Office Hours: Project Heal of Santa Barbara County 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults Eastside Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Eastside Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Literacy Details/Detalles: Project Heal of Santa Barbara County Community Connections Office Hours at SBPL provide an opportunity for community members to easily access social services in the areas of health, mental wellness, nu
3 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program 3:00pm–7:00pm Adults, Family Eastside Library 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: Eastside Library Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) Age Group: Adults, Family 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program 3:00pm–7:00pm Adults, Family Eastside Library 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: Eastside Library Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) Age Group: Adults, Family 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.
4 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group ESOL Class for Beginning to early Intermediate Learners 4:00pm–5:00pm Adults Central Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Faulkner Gallery West (Central) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Literacy Registration Required Details/Detalles: Join our English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class for Beginning to early Intermediate learners to practice everyday vocabulary and basic grammar as we focus on the topics of family and home.	This event is in the "Adults" group Conceptos Básicos de Internet y Computadoras 4:00pm–5:30pm Adults Eastside Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Eastside Library Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Spanish, Tech Skills Registration Required Details/Detalles: This event is in Spanish. This event is in the "Adults" group Practical Skills Workshop for OG Readers Tutors 4:30pm–6:00pm Adults Central Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Tutor Training Registration Required Details/Detalles: If you are an OG Readers tutor who is currently tutoring or who has completed SBPL's New Tutor Training, join the Literacy Services Team and fellow volunteers at the Central Library for a hands-on tutoring skills workshop!
5 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group English Conversation Group 5:00pm–6:00pm Adults Central Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Faulkner Gallery East (Central) 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.
6 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Tending the Earth: Exploring Ethnobotany and Land Etiquette with Solange Aguilar 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Central Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Sustainably SBPL, Trail Talks Details/Detalles: Solange Aguilar will be sharing some practical uses of native plants, gathering tips, and why it's important to know where you are, who the people of the land are, and different ways on how to be a better relative to both the land and the people w

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