We are working on economic and public safety response time analysis. Our next City Council meeting on the State Street Master Plan is anticipated in September 2025. 

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Faulkner Gallery will be closed for audiovisual upgrades. 
The Eastside Library will be partially closed from July 7-12.

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All SBPL locations will open late on Thursday, July 3. Visit our calendar for details.
All SBPL locations will be closed on Friday, July 4, for Independence Day.

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Eastside Library Partially Closed for Improvements
The Eastside Library (1102 E. Montecito St.) will be partially closed from July 7 to July 12 for shelving installation throughout the building. These new shelves will improve access to collections and replace damaged and worn shelving,…
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Lunch at the Library
Free Food and Fun All Summer Long!June 16 through August 8 - Monday through Friday - Noon to 1 p.m.
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Santa Barbara Public Library Announces New Logo
Santa Barbara Public Library is excited to unveil a new logo, marking the next chapter in our visual identity and evolution of our branch libraries as vibrant hubs for their communities.Designed in-house by Library staff, the logo draws…
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SBPL Celebrates the Freedom to Read for Banned Books Week
Santa Barbara Public Library invites the community to celebrate the freedom to read this October with special events and book giveaways as part of Banned Books Week.
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The Library Expands Hours on Evenings and Weekends
The Library received additional funding for staffing from City Council during the FY24 budget process in order to restore open hours on evenings and weekends. After recruitment, hiring, and training, SBPL will we implementing expanded…
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SBPL Distributes Free Eclipse Glasses and Hosts Related Programming
In preparation for the Solar Eclipse on the morning of October 14th, Santa Barbara Public Library will be giving out 4000 eclipse glasses and hosting educational events to help the community of Santa Barbara observe this celestial…
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Santa Barbara Public Library Expands Hours on Evenings and Weekend
Santa Barbara Public Library received additional funding for staffing from City Council during the FY24 budget process in order to restore open hours on evenings and weekends. After recruitment, hiring, and training, SBPL will we…
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Santa Barbara Public Library Offers Computer and Internet Classes in English and Spanish
In today's fast-paced digital landscape, possessing basic computer and internet skills is essential for both personal and professional growth. To ensure that everyone has an opportunity to advance their career, stay connected with friends…
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Santa Barbara Public Library Hosts the State Street Job Fair on September 27th
Santa Barbara Public Library invites job seekers to join us at the State Street Job Fair on September 27, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. This event offers an excellent opportunity to connect with over 100 employers actively seeking committed,…
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Santa Barbara Public Library Offers Volunteer Tutor Training for Reading Intervention Program
The Santa Barbara Public Library will host a three-session tutor training September 11th, 14th & 18th from 5:30-8:00 p.m. for volunteers interested in supporting struggling students through the SBPL OG Readers Tutoring Program at the…
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Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Eastside Library
Santa Barbara Public Library invites residents to celebrate 50 years of literacy, learning, and community building at the Eastside Library on Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Join us for crafts, activities, food…
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Santa Barbara Public Library Announces 2023 Santa Barbara Reads Title
Santa Barbara Public Library is pleased to announce the selection of Isabel Allende’s award-winning historical fiction novel A Long Petal of the Sea as the featured title for Santa Barbara Reads 2023. 
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