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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Santa Barbara Public Library Invites Artists to Submit a Library Card Design
Calling all artists! What does a library card mean to you? Enter the 2023 Library Card Design Contest for a chance to have your artwork featured in a limited edition SBPL library card.Submissions may be made electronically or in person at…
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Central Library Will Have Limited Services Due to Construction March 6 - March 13
Santa Barbara Public Library will have limited services at Central Library March 6, 2023 through March 13, 2023 due to construction projects. Asbestos abatement will be conducted as part of the new ADA elevator construction and for the…
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Santa Barbara Public Library and Santa Barbara Museum of Art “Start with Art” on State Street
The Santa Barbara Public Library has partnered with the Santa Barbara Museum of Art to host a new free monthly art experience on State Street starting March 17 at 2 p.m. The program is designed for preschoolers and kindergartners. All…
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Santa Barbara Public Library’s 2023 Book to Action Event Series Examines Housing and Homelessness
Each year, Santa Barbara Public Library chooses a social topic of community interest or challenge that the community is facing and develops a series of programs to explore potential solutions. Through selected readings, presentations, and…
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Central Library Closed Due to Construction Activity
February 9, 2023 Central Library will reopen at 10am on February 9, 2023. February 7, 2023 Central Library remains closed due to air quality issues. January 31, 2023 Santa Barbara Public Library will continue with modified…
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Santa Barbara Public Library Increases Access to Central Library – Computers, Printing, and Additional Seating Available
The City of Santa Barbara's construction projects at Central Library at 40 E. Anapamu Street have progressed to the point that will allow individuals to access the upper level beginning Tuesday, January 24.  Patrons…
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Announcing Call for Santa Barbara Poet Laureate Applications for 2023-2025 Term
The Santa Barbara County Office of Arts and Culture, in partnership with the City of Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Public Library, is seeking applications for the position of Santa Barbara Poet Laureate for the 2023-2025 term. The…
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Santa Barbara Public Library now has Adventure Packs filled with outdoor gear for check out!
Get the gear you need to explore State Parks, State Beaches, and more by checking out an Adventure Pack at Santa Barbara Public Library!
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City of Santa Barbara Construction Project at Central Library Progressing - Children's Library Now Open
The City of Santa Barbara's construction projects at Central Library at 40 E. Anapamu Street have progressed to the point that will allow families to access the Children's Library on the Lower Level beginning Friday, November 18, 2022.The…
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