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Featured Events

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Zumbando con Eva

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am

MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) at Eastside Library

Program Type:

Adult Literacy, Arts & Culture, Civic Engagement, Parents & Caregivers, Spanish

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Eastside Library

Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Adult Literacy, Arts & Culture, Civic Engagement, Parents & Caregivers, Spanish

Details/Detalles:

This class will be conducted entirely in Spanish, however all are welcome.

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Stuffed Animal Sleepover: All Aboard the Library Express!

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

MLK Jr. Room (Eastside) at Eastside Library

Program Type:

Books & Reading, Early Literacy, Spanish, Special Event

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family

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Library Branch: Eastside Library

Room: MLK Jr. Room (Eastside)

Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family

Program Type: Books & Reading, Early Literacy, Spanish, Special Event

Details/Detalles:

Celebrate the Holidays with a Stuffed Animal Sleepover on the Library Express!

LOTG | Santa Barbara High School Swap Meet

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 8:00am - 1:00pm

In the Community at Library on the Go (LOTG)

Program Type:

Civic Engagement, Library on the Go, Spanish, 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), Adults, Family, All Ages

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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 (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults, Family, All Ages

Program Type: Civic Engagement, Library on the Go, Spanish, Special Event

Details/Detalles:

Join the Library on the Go van at the Santa Barbara High School Swap Meet where we will be stocked with mostly adult items, but we’ll also have some children’s items available.

SBPL hosts workshops for intermediate Spanish speakers to practice language skills

Intermediate Spanish Conversation Class

Saturday, December 13, 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 13, 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.

Teen Volunteer Time

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

Eastside Library

Program Type:

Civic Engagement, For Teens, Spanish

Age Group:

Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)

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Library Branch: Eastside Library

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

Program Type: Civic Engagement, For Teens, Spanish

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Relax & Craft for Teens

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Upper Level (Central) at Central Library

Program Type:

For Teens, Spanish, STEAM & Maker

Age Group:

Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Upper Level (Central)

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

Program Type: For Teens, 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.

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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

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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 "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 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 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), 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):
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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):
1 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled English Conversation Group 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Eastside Library This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled 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 The Art of Ekphrastic Poetry Workshop with David Starkey 2:00pm–3:30pm 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: Arts & Culture, Special Event Registration Required Details/Detalles: Join SBPL and former Santa Barbara Poet Laureate, David Starkey, on an exploration of the art of ekphrasis: writing poetry about works of art.			This event is in the "Adults" group Knit 'n' Needle 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults Montecito Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Montecito Library 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.
3 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 (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 LOTG \| Bohnett Park 3:30pm–5:00pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Library on the Go (LOTG) Room: Bohnett 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: The Library on the Go will be at Bohnett Park with a ton of books for all ages. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop by to say hi! Disclaimer(s):
4 pm
5 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group Practical Skills Workshop for Adult Literacy Tutors 5:00pm–6:30pm Adults Off Site Closed Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Literacy, Tutor Training Registration 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. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group Plants on Your Plate: Simple Steps to Healthier Eating in 2025 5:30pm–7:00pm Adults, Family Eastside Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" 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, Family Program Type: Sustainably SBPL Registration Required Details/Detalles: Join Registered Dietitian Diurka Sotomayer and Mary Galindo from Rooted Santa Barbara County for an interactive workshop designed to make healthy eating easy, delicious, and sustainable!
6 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group Trail Talks: Precious Gems Along Our Coastline - Conservation Stories on California’s Channel Islands 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: Trail Talks Details/Detalles: The California Channel Islands are world-renowned for their scenic beauty and rich natural resources, including a large proportion of plants and animals found nowhere else on earth.

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