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    Library Access for all SBUSD Students
    Libraries help kids succeed and Santa Barbara Public Library (SBPL) and Santa Barbara Unified School District (SBUSD) are working together to make library access easier than ever for students.
    Community Archive Day 2026
    Community Memory Digitization Project
    You’re invited to have school artwork, photographs, and other paper-based materials carefully digitized by library staff.
    Lunch at the Library
    Free Lunches for Kids at Central Library
    Lunch at the Library returns with free food and fun from June 15 through August 14! Anyone ages 0-18 can enjoy free, nutritious lunches this summer through the USDA Summer Food Service Program.
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Celebrate the Freedom to Read
Join a special book club discussion of Ray Bradbury’s, Fahrenheit 451, and a banned books bookmark design contest.
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Santa Barbara Reads 2025: The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen
The wait is over, library patrons! Santa Barbara Public Library is excited to announce the SB Reads 2025 selection, and first graphic novel choice, early so that you can gear up for inspiring conversations and engaging community events.
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Lunch at the Library
Free Food and Fun All Summer Long!June 16 through August 15 - 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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Children’s Resource Fair Connecting Families with Resources for Childcare, Education, and Parenting Support
The Santa Barbara Public Library, in partnership with the Santa Barbara County Education Office and Santa Barbara Childcare Planning Council, invites community members to the Children’s Resource Fair. This event offers information on…
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Santa Barbara Public Library Now Offering Ice in Paradise Passes
Glide into fun with this new addition to the Library of Things Collection!The Santa Barbara Public Library is thrilled to announce the addition of 30 passes to Ice in Paradise, each offering free admission for two skaters. This new…
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Immigration Resources
Information services and resource navigation is a core library service. Listed below are immigration resources. For a complete list of local community resources, please visit our Community Connections page.
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Lunar New Year Family Festival at the Central Library
Free activities, performances, snacks, prizes, and Chinese books for all families big and small!
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SBPL Hosts Workshops for Teens to Boost Emotional Intelligence and Strengthen Social Connections
Santa Barbara Public Library (SBPL) is inviting teens in grades 7-12 to participate in a series of dynamic, hands-on workshops designed to improve emotional intelligence and foster healthier relationships. Led by Christy Stillwell, M.A.…
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