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Pre & Postnatal Yoga

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Faulkner Gallery (Central) at Central Library

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Parents & Caregivers

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), Adults

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central)

Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), Adults

Program Type: Parents & Caregivers

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Join us for a gentle, accessible, and all-levels yoga class for expecting or new parents that includes stretching, dynamic movement, conscious breathing, and meditation.

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Bilingual Songs & Stories for Kids

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 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

Everyone Has a Story: A Memoir Writing Workshop with Diana Raab

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Montecito Library

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Arts & Culture

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Montecito Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Culture

Registration Required

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Turn your memories into stories! Join memoirist and poet, Diana Raab, for a workshop welcoming writers of all levels to explore personal moments, engage in reflective writing prompts, and if inspired, share their work in a supportive environment.

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Bilingual Music & Movement

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am

All Faulkner Galleries (Central) at Central Library

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Early Literacy, Spanish

Age Group:

Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: All Faulkner Galleries (Central)

Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)

Program Type: Early Literacy, Spanish

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Creator's Club

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Library

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

Age Group:

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

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Library Branch: Eastside Library

Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family

Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Reading, Spanish, STEAM & Maker

Event Details / Detalles del evento:

Looking for a fun and creative after-school activity? Join us at the Eastside Library for a weekly STEAM activity inspired by children’s literature. Bilingual Spanish and English speaking staff will be present.

Read to a Dog

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 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

Lego Club

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Island Room (Central) at Central Library

Program Type:

STEAM & Maker

Age Group:

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

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Island Room (Central)

Age Group: School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Family

Program Type: STEAM & Maker

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Get creative with Legos at Central Library or try one of our challenges to master your Lego-building skills!

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Knit 'n' Needle

Thursday, March 19, 2026 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

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Sensory-Friendly Storytime

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 4:45pm - 5:15pm

Island Room (Central) at Central Library

Program Type:

Early Literacy, Parents & Caregivers

Age Group:

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

Program Type: Early Literacy, Parents & Caregivers

Registration Required

Event Details / Detalles del evento:

Enjoy a sensory-friendly storytime where all children are welcome. Participate in songs, read stories, and have fun with bubbles while gaining early literacy tips, socialization, and calming breath techniques.

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Time	Sun (3/22)	Mon (3/23)	Tue (3/24)	Wed (3/25)	Thu (3/26)	Fri (3/27)	Sat (3/28)
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 "Teen (Junior High)" group This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group This event is in the "Family" group Children's Resource Fair 10:30am–1:00pm Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), 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 "Teen (Junior High)" group This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group This event is in the "Family" group Library Branch: Central Library Room: Michael Towbes Library Plaza (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 Program Type: Early Literacy, Parents & Caregivers, Special Event Event Details / Detalles del evento: Do you have a child between 0-12 years old? Join SBPL for this special event co-sponsored by Santa Barbara County Education Office to learn what our community has to offer.		This event is in the "Adults" group Intermediate Spanish Conversation Class 10:00am–11:00am Adults Central Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Central Library Room: Tech Lab (Central) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Literacy Registration Required Event Details / Detalles del evento: Are you looking to improve your intermediate Spanish-language skills? This class focuses on speaking, listening, and conversational practice. This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Pre & Postnatal Yoga 10:30am–11:30am Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), Adults Central Library This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Central Library Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central) Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), Adults Program Type: Parents & Caregivers Event Details / Detalles del evento: Join us for a gentle, accessible, and all-levels yoga class for expecting or new parents that includes stretching, dynamic movement, conscious breathing, and meditation.	This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group Bilingual Music & Movement 10:15am–10:45am Early Childhood (Ages 0-5) Central Library This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group Library Branch: Central Library Room: All Faulkner Galleries (Central) 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 "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades K-2)" group This event is in the "Family" group Explore Together 10:00am–11:15am Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), 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 "Family" group 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 Event Details / Detalles del evento: 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.
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 Library This event is in the "Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)" group Library Branch: Central Library Room: Island Room (Central) 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 "All Ages" group Library on the Go 2.0 Launch Event! 11:00am–12:30pm All Ages Central Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Central Library Room: Michael Towbes Upper Plaza (Central) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Library on the Go Event Details / Detalles del evento: You’re invited to get to know Library on the Go 2.0: Santa Barbara Public Library’s second mobile outreach van! Join us for a celebration of this exciting milestone, two years in the making.	This event is in the "Adults" group Basic Spanish Conversation Class 11:00am–12:00pm Adults Central Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Central Library Room: Tech Lab (Central) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Literacy Registration Required Event Details / Detalles del evento: Are you looking to improve your Spanish-language skills? This class focuses on speaking, listening, and conversational practice.
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1 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group English Conversation Group 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Central Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Central Library Room: Tech Lab (Central) 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 "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 Math Festival 2:00pm–4:00pm 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 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: Special Event, STEAM & Maker Event Details / Detalles del evento: Anyone can be a Mathmagician! Join us for a special event sponsored by the Santa Barbara County Education Office with art, games, and puzzles that explore new ways to use math.			This event is in the "All Ages" group Chess Club 2:30pm–4:00pm All Ages Central Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Central Library Room: Faulkner Gallery (Central) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Culture Event Details / Detalles del evento: Ready to make your move? Find your next opponent at our all-ages Chess Club. Stop by for relaxed, drop-in play where beginners and experienced players can learn, practice, and have fun together.
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 Read to a Dog 3:30pm–4:30pm Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6) 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 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) Program Type: Books & Reading 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 "Teen (Junior High)" group This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group SBPL x SBMA Teen Art pARTy 3:45pm–5:30pm Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School) Central Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group Open Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School) Program Type: Arts & Culture, For Teens, Spanish, Special Event Registration Required Event Details / Detalles del evento: Teens, join SBPL and SBMA for a special art party, where you’ll get to learn from and work with Teaching Artist Carlos Bardales in the Art Learning Lab to create unique works of art. Open to teens in grades 7-12; all materials will be provided.	This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group Relax & Craft for Teens 3:00pm–4:30pm Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School) Central Library This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group Library Branch: Central Library Room: Upper Level (Central) Age Group: Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School) Program Type: For Teens, Spanish, STEAM & Maker Event Details / Detalles del evento: 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.
4 pm				This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group Story Creators 4:00pm–5:00pm School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High) Central Library This event is in the "School-aged children (Grades 3-6)" group This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group Library Branch: Central Library Room: Island Room (Central) Age Group: School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High) Program Type: Arts & Culture Event Details / Detalles del evento: 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.	This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group Teen Volunteer Time 4:15pm–5:45pm Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School) Central Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group Open Library Branch: Central Library Room: Upper Level (Central) Age Group: Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School) Program Type: Civic Engagement, For Teens, Spanish Registration Required Event Details / Detalles del evento: Teens can earn 90 minutes of community service time every week at the Central Library. Teens will help find books, organize library materials, prepare arts and crafts activities, and other tasks.
5 pm						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 Santa Barbara Poetry Series Reading with David Oliveira and Laure-Anne Bosselaar 5:30pm–6:30pm Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults Central Library 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 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Fireplace Room (Central) Age Group: Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School), Adults Program Type: Arts & Culture Event Details / Detalles del evento: Santa Barbara Public Library and Santa Barbara Poetry Series present a reading by David Oliveira, SB’s millennium Poet Laureate (1999-2000), and Laure-Anne Bosselaar, SB’s eighth Poet Laureate (2019-2021).

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