Library News

Santa Barbara Public Library was one of 75 organizations across the country to receive Library of America’s Latino Poetry: Places We Call Home grant to support free, public programs celebrating Latino poetry.

Free Food and Fun All Summer Long! June 17 through August 16 - Monday through Friday - 12-1 pm.

As construction progresses at SBPL locations, please return here for the latest information regarding closures or changes at all of our branches. We look forward to inviting you into revitalized spaces very soon!

Learn how to mend your clothing to give it a longer lifespan and keep it out of the landfill.

Join us for a series of Community Town Halls dedicated to discussing the City's finances and the status of essential City services. Spanish interpretation will be provided. 

The Santa Barbara Public Library invites job seekers to join us at the State Street Job Fair on April 3, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. This event offers an excellent opportunity to connect with over 100 employers actively seeking committed,…

In preparation for the partial solar eclipse on the morning of April 8th, Santa Barbara Public Library will be giving out eclipse glasses starting on March 18th. Library staff will give out eclipse glasses at Eastside Library, Montecito…

The Santa Barbara Public Library is bringing you new, family-friendly technology to try out! We are so excited to introduce our brand-new Hublets. Hublets are tablets that you can check out with your library card for use inside the Central…