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Name: Recharge & Read in Nature: Introduction to Forest Bathing
Start: 2025-04-05T10:00:00-07:00
End: 2025-04-05T11:15:00-07:00
Location: Stevens Park

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Recharge & Read in Nature: Introduction to Forest Bathing

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:15am

Off Site

Program Type:

Sustainably SBPL

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Sustainably SBPL

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Feel the relaxation of being in nature, then keep it going with nature-inspired reads!

Explore Together

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am

Island Room (Central) at Central Library

Program Type:

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: STEAM & Maker

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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, April 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

Eastside Library

Program Type:

Civic Engagement, 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, 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.

Celebrating Latino Poetry with Blas Falconer & Emma Trelles

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Faulkner Gallery at Central Library

Program Type:

Arts & Culture

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Faulkner Gallery

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Culture

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Join us for an afternoon of poetry and creative conversation celebrating the rich tradition of Latino poetry.

Relax & Craft for Teens

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Upper Level at Central Library

Program Type:

Spanish, STEAM & Maker

Age Group:

Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School)

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Upper Level

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

Program Type: Spanish, STEAM & Maker

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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.

SBPL hosts VC Defensa for a immigrant rights presentation

VC Defensa Presents: Know Your Rights

Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Faulkner Gallery at Central Library

Program Type:

Civic Engagement

Age Group:

Teen (High School), Adults

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Faulkner Gallery

Age Group: Teen (High School), Adults

Program Type: Civic Engagement

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This informative and empowering presentation by VC Defensa is dedicated to educating community members about their constitutional rights related to immigration.

Intermediate Spanish Conversation Class

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Tech Lab at Central Library

Program Type:

Adult Literacy, Spanish

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Tech Lab

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Adult Literacy, Spanish

Required

Details/Detalles:

Are you looking to improve your Spanish-language skills? This class is designed to help intermediate learners improve their speaking, listening, and conversational skills.

Bilingual Songs & Stories for Kids

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am

MLK Jr. Room 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

Age Group: Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)

Program Type: Early Literacy, Spanish

This class focuses on developing your child’s literacy skills with action rhymes, a short story, and songs in both English and Spanish. Your child will practice language skills, social skills, motor skills, and you’ll have the chance to connect with other caregivers.

This class is best for children 0-5 years of age and their caregivers.

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Minecraft Club

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Island Room (Central) at Central Library

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 Library

Room: Island Room (Central)

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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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!

First come, first served. Space is limited. Perfect for ages 7-11!

Read to a Dog

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Eastside Library

Program Type:

Books & Reading

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

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.

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All Day	Closing César Chávez Day All Day All Branches Branches: Central Library, Eastside Library, Montecito Library, Library on the Go (LOTG), Virtual, Off Site Description: All SBPL locations will be closed on Monday, March 31 for César Chávez Day.
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 "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):
11 am				This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. Teen Volunteer Time 11:00am - 12:30pm Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School) Eastside Library This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. Library Branch: Eastside Library 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.
12 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 "Family" group. Cancelled LOTG \| Harding School 12:30pm - 2:00pm Early Childhood (Ages 0-5), School-aged children (Grades K-2), School-aged children (Grades 3-6), Teen (Junior High), Family 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 (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Cancelled 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 (Junior High), Family Program Type: Library on the Go, Spanish Details/Detalles: The Library on the Go will be at Harding School with a ton of children's materials. Load up on books, get a library card, return items, or just drop by to say hi! We'll be parked on the Mountain Avenue side of the school.
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3 pm				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 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.
4 pm		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 Closed Required This event is in the "Teen (Junior High)" group. This event is in the "Teen (High School)" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Upper Level Age Group: Teen (Junior High), Teen (High School) Program Type: Civic Engagement, Spanish Required Details/Detalles: 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.

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