Santa Barbara Public Library

10/21/2026

This Friends of Libraries week we're celebrating our amazing Friends Groups: Friends of the Santa Barbara Public Library and Friends of the Montecito Library . 💛

From book sales to Mahjong to homemade lunches for library staff and helping make Summer Reading a success, and so much more, you show up for our Libraries all the time. We're so grateful for all you do to support SBPL. You're the best of Friends!

Thank you for everything!

10/20/2026

Let's get Wiggly at Oak Park! Get little ones learning and having fun through short stories, action rhymes, songs, and dance. This lively storytime teaches early literacy skills including sounds, letter recognition, new words, and motor skills -- all while having fun!

Library on the Go will also be onsite for the program. Families can check out or return books and discover even more ways to engage with the Library.

Every Friday, 10:30 - 11 a.m.
Oak Park (600 West Alamar Avenue)

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¡Vamos a divertirnos con cuentos y canciones en Oak Park! Los más pequeños aprenderán y se lo pasarán genial con historias cortas, rimas de acción, canciones, y baile. La clase desarrolla las habilidades de alfabetización temprana, como los sonidos, el reconocimiento de letras, nuevas palabras y la motricidad, ¡todo mientras se divierten! ¡Proveedoras si desean que sus pequeños practiquen inglés esta clase es perfecta para usted! ya que esta clase será dirigida en inglés.

La biblioteca móvil también estará presente en el parque Oak. Las familias podrán sacar o devolver libros y descubrir aún más formas de participar en las actividades de la biblioteca.

Todos los viernes 10:30 - 11 a.m.
Parque Oak (600 West Alamar Avenue)

10/19/2026

Get a sneak peek at SBPL's new circulating Tool Library Collection at a Tool Library Launch Party this Thursday.

Tool Library Launch Party!
Thursday, October 22, 2026
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Central Library, Faulkner Gallery (40 E. Anapamu St.)

The tools will be available for checkout (or to put on hold) on Friday, October 23.

Learn more here: https://library.santabarbaraca.gov/news/introducing-tool-library

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¡Echa un vistazo a la nueva colección de la Biblioteca de Herramientas de la SBPL, disponible para préstamo!

¡Evento de lanzamiento de la Biblioteca de Herramientas!
Jueves 22 de octubre de 2026
4:00 p.m. a 6:00 p.m.
Biblioteca Central, Galería Faulkner (en el 40 E. de la calle Anapamu).

Las herramientas estarán disponibles para préstamo o para ser reservadas el viernes 23 de octubre.

10/16/2026

Montecito Library and UC Master Gardeners invite the community for a presentation focused on gardening and environmental stewardship!

Cover crops can be a great way to build healthy soils, both in the ground and in raised beds, and can be attractive seasonal additions to your garden. This talk will cover the benefits of cover crops for soil and pollinators; when and how to plant them; recommended species for Santa Barbara County; and using them for mulch or compost. Seed packets for some popular fall cover crops will be available.

Click the link in our bio to learn about upcoming UC Master Gardeners at Montecito Library presentations.

Cover Crops for the Home Garden
Friday, October 23
Montecito Library
10:00-11:00am

About UC Master Gardeners

UC Master Gardeners are rooted in education and grown in service. UC Master Gardener volunteers offer services and outreach to the public in more than 1,286 demonstration, community, and school gardens across 52 California counties.

10/12/2026

Join Teens Teach Tech: Apply by October 24!

Santa Barbara Public Library (SBPL) is seeking teen volunteers, aged 14-17, to participate in Teens Teach Tech, a hands-on volunteer program where teens will learn about robotics and coding and develop engaging programs for their peers and younger children.

Working in pairs, participants will collaborate to create, plan, and lead one robotics program for children and one program for teens. This group of volunteers will deliver a series of six robotics programs at SBPL giving participants an opportunity to share and expand their STEM experience and workplace readiness, while inspiring others to explore technology. Teens will build skills in teamwork, organization, problem-solving, and public speaking.

Learn more:

SBPL is seeking motivated teens interested in robotics, coding or science for a new volunteer program. Teens will build teamwork, organization, and problem solving skills while earning community service hours.

10/10/2026

Are you ready to start a home improvement project but don’t own the tools for the job? SBPL’s new Tool Library is here to help!

This brand-new collection features 40+ items to help patrons tackle home & gardening projects, repairs, and creative ideas. From cordless drills and a hand sander to a gardening tool kit and a fruit picker, even a measuring tape - this new, sustainable collection is designed to help you explore and experiment, without the commitment of buying. We’re inviting everyone to celebrate the launch, get a sneak peek, and take part in themed crafts at our Tool Library Launch Party! You’ll be able to explore all the items, check out DIY and crafting books; bedazzle a mini measuring tape; and chat about your home improvement ideas.

While a small selection of tools is available now, the full tool collection will be available for checkout on Friday, October 23.

More info: https://library.santabarbaraca.gov/news/introducing-tool-library

10/07/2026

Become a Homework Help Volunteer!
Attend a 1-hour training session to become a Homework Help Volunteer, assisting youth between 6 and 11 years old with their homework in subjects like math, science, and social studies.

Tuesday, October 13
4 - 5 PM
Central Library
40 East Anapamu St.

Click here to register:
https://calendar.library.santabarbaraca.gov/event/tutor-training-homework-help-33029

10/04/2026

Show us your library card! (pictures only)

10/01/2026

Make a difference by volunteering at the Library!
Whether you enjoy helping students succeed in school, pulling books from the shelves for patrons in the Children’s Library, or helping someone build their technology skills, there are opportunities to match a wide range of skills.

Click to learn more:

Make a difference by volunteering at the Library! Whether you enjoy helping students become more successful at school, pulling books from the shelves for patrons in the Children’s Library, or helping someone build their technology skills, there are opportunities to match a wide range of skills.