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Library Tech with a Movie Rec
During this Film Festival season take some recommendations from Library Technician, Justin. Learn all about the movies they love, why they love them, and how to find more films in the library’s catalog.
Patron reads poetry at Open Mic Night
Open Mic & Art Gallery Nights at the Library!
SBPL is excited to highlight our community’s many talents during quarterly Open Mic Night & Art Gallery events throughout 2026. Join us on January 30 for the first event in the series!
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Every Story Counts Survey
Every Story Counts is a statewide initiative designed to collect data, stories, and photos that show how and why Californians use their local public libraries. The survey will be open from January 25th through 31st.
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As an original Carnegie Library SBPL receives $10,000
This $10,000 gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York is in celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary.
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Family Emergency Preparedness Workshop in Spanish
Join SBPL and Legal Aid Foundation for a Spanish Emergency Preparedness Workshop at Eastside Library.
A microphone on a stand in the foreground with the text “SB Speaks!” above on a transparent room background.
SB Speaks! Cultural Storytelling at Central Library
Join storytellers at the SB Reads themed “SB Speaks: Cultural Storytelling” on November 14.
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Eastside Library Receives a Colorful New Book Bench
Friends of the Santa Barbara Public Library have donated a joyful Book Bench to the Eastside Library, inspired by the children’s book Makana is a Gift and painted by a local artist.
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Temporary Delays in New Print Book Availability
What’s causing the hold up, and how we’re working to keep great reads in your hands.
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You’re invited: Community Baby Shower
Get Ready to welcome your bundle of joy! New and expecting parents and caregivers can connect, learn, and access free resources on October 4th at Central Library.
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City of SB Appoints New Library Director
Brandon Beaudette will lead the Library into its next chapter
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Your Library Card: The One Card to Rule them All!
We’re celebrating national library card sign up month with unique new designs and a community event!
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Happy Birthday, Children’s Library!
Celebrate 10 Years of the Children’s Library at a Community Birthday Party on September 20.
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