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Branches:
Central,
Eastside,
Montecito,
Library on the Go (LOTG),
Virtual,
Off Site
Description:
All SBPL locations will be closed for New Year's Day.
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This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group.
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Eastside
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group.
Jan
2
2025
Thu
Stay & Play
9:00am - 10:30am
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):
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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
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.
Jan
2
2025
Thu
Cancelled
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.
Cancelled
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Library on the Go (LOTG)
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group.
Jan
2
2025
Thu
Cancelled
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.
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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.
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.
Jan
3
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 "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5),
Family
Library on the Go (LOTG)
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Jan
3
2025
Fri
Little Dancers | Oak Park
10:30am - 11:00am
Library on the Go (LOTG)
Library Branch:
Library on the Go (LOTG)
Room:
Oak Park
Age Group:
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5),
Family
Program Type:
Early Literacy,
Library on the Go,
Parents & Caregivers,
Spanish,
Special Event
Details/Detalles:
Join the Library on the Go van and the Santa Barbara Dance Institute for a joyful, bilingual early childhood creative dance program at Oak Park!
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This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group.
This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group.
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.
Jan
4
2025
Sat
Teen Volunteer Time
11:00am - 12:30pm
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
2
2025
Thu
English Conversation Group
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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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
2
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.
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This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group.
This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group.
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.
Jan
3
2025
Fri
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
Details/Detalles:
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!
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Branches:
Central,
Eastside,
Montecito,
Library on the Go (LOTG),
Virtual,
Off Site
Description:
All SBPL locations will close early for New Year's Eve.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
2
2025
Thu
Cancelled
1st Thursday Art Reception
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. Disclaimer(s):
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group.
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Central
This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group.
Jan
2
2025
Thu
Library Branch:
Central
Room:
All Faulkner Galleries
Age Group:
Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)
Program Type:
Early Literacy
This storytime engages children and their caregivers with short stories, action rhymes, and songs. Your toddler will learn sounds, letter recognition, new words, listening skills, and motor skills that will help them grow into pre-readers, all while having fun. This class is designed for toddlers ages 14 months - 3 years.
Disclaimer(s):
Participants in this event may be photographed by Library staff. These photos may be used in promotional or educational publications, including in print, social media, and presentations. Please see staff if you do not consent to having your photo taken. Staff will obtain individual, signed photo releases of photographs that contain only an individual as opposed to a group.
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