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The Eastside and Montecito Branch locations will be closing early for staff training on May 6th, 2026 at 2:00 P.M.


 

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All SBPL locations will be closed for staff training on May 5th, 2026 (5/5/26)

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Teens gathered at the Teen Job & Volunteer Fair on the Library Plaza
Teen Job and Volunteer Fair
Calling all teens! Discover opportunities at the Teen Job & Volunteer Fair on Wednesday, April 15 from 4-6pm on the Michael Towbes Library Plaza! Opportunities include part-time jobs in retail, food service, internships with local…
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Celebrate Día de los Niños!
Don't miss our annual Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros celebration on April 18 from 10a-2p on the Michael Towbes Library Plaza! This joyful, nationwide celebration of children and literacy will bring the community together for a day full…
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Welcome Library on the Go 2.0!
Santa Barbara Public Library is thrilled to announce the arrival of its second Library on the Go mobile outreach vehicle. Celebrate the arrival of our second van on March 25 at Central Library! We can’t wait to see you there.
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