Goleta Valley Library

Library Events

Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Goleta Valley Library! All events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted.

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CANCELED: Baby & Toddler Time
11:15am
 CANCELED: Baby & Toddler Time
Thursday, Oct. 1, 11:15am
Goleta Valley Library
Baby & Toddler Time Storytime is canceled this morning. We will see you next week!
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LIVE ONLINE: Roll Quest - Solvang Library
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
LIVE ONLINE: Roll Quest - Solvang Library
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pmLIVE ONLINE: Roll Qu
Solvang Library
Roleplaying gamers grades 7-12! Join the Solvang Library for a weekly online adventure set in a mythical world where there will be dice rolling, monster-battling, and high fantasy action. The first session will include building characters, but if you want to join after that, there will be pre-made c...read more

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LIVE ONLINE - Writers’ Workshop
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
LIVE ONLINE - Writers’ Workshop
Saturday, Oct. 10, 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.LIVE ONLINE - Writer
Buellton Library
Join the Buellton Library in another Writers' Workshop. This month, local author and staff, Craig Clevenger will be hosting the workshop with guest author Vanessa Veselka. To join the meeting click on the link from your smart phone, tablet or computer:https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/82779570...read more
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LIVE ONLINE: Paper Bag Upcycle Craft Workshop
3-4pm
LIVE ONLINE: Paper Bag Upcycle Craft Workshop
Wednesday, Oct. 14, 3-4pmLIVE ONLINE: Paper B
Goleta Valley Library
Join us and share what you have made out of all of your paper bags!Then create a crazy hat, a doggie bag or a spooky tree!Use your paper bags from Sidewalk Service and Grab-N-Go or any paper bags you have at home.

or call 805-964-7878.
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LIVE ONLINE - Buellton Bookworms
1-2:30pm
LIVE ONLINE - Buellton Bookworms
Friday, Oct. 16, 1-2:30pmLIVE ONLINE - Buellt
Buellton Library
Join the Buellton book club in our virtual monthly discussion! This month we are reading Educated by Tara WestoverCall the library to reserve a copy or request one online at Blackgold.orgRegistration is suggested but not required. To join the link for the book club please login by clicking on the li...read more
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LIVE ONLINE - Spook-tacular DIY Treats!
2pm
LIVE ONLINE - Spook-tacular DIY Treats!
Saturday, Oct. 24, 2pmLIVE ONLINE - Spook-
Buellton Library
Join our host witch Hazel as she prepares special treats for a Halloween party!This event will be hosted on Facebook live:https://www.facebook.com/BuelltonLibraries
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Literary Pumpkin Contest
 Literary Pumpkin Contest
Sunday, Oct. 25, Literary Pumpkin Con
Goleta Valley Library
Program: Literary Pumpkin ContestDates: Week of Sunday, 10/25 – Saturday, 10/31Platform: Facebook EventAge categories: Two categories – Children (grade 6 and under) and Teen (grades 7-12)Instructions: Participants are invited to decorate a pumpkin to look like their favorite book charact...read more
LIVE ONLINE Friends of the Goleta Library Lecture Series with Sandra Richter-Digging Up The Bible: What Archeology Can Tell Us About The Bible
2:15pm
LIVE ONLINE Friends of the Goleta Library Lecture Series with Sandra Richter-Digging Up The Bible: What Archeology Can Tell Us About The Bible
Sunday, Oct. 25, 2:15pmLIVE ONLINE Friends
Goleta Valley Library
Every year at Christmas, Passover and Easter, we are flooded with documentaries that new discoveries prove or disprove the Bible.So what exactly can archaeology tell us about the Bible?Professor Richter, an expert in the intersection between Bible and archaeology, has spent many summers unearthing I...read more
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LIVE ONLINE Family Halloween Storytime
2pm
LIVE ONLINE Family Halloween Storytime
Monday, Oct. 26, 2pm
Goleta Valley Library
Join us for a Family Halloween Storytime with special guest Ms. Hilary from the Buellton Branch!We will read fun Halloween stories for the whole family to enjoy.Attend live or view the recording at www.facebook.com/goletavalleylibrary or the Goleta and Santa Ynez Valley Libraries YouTube channel.&nb...read more
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LIVE ONLINE Wiggly Halloween Storytime
10:15am
LIVE ONLINE Wiggly Halloween Storytime
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 10:15amLIVE ONLINE Wiggly H
Goleta Valley Library
Come wiggle with us during our toddler storytime!Our storyteller will share short stories, songs, dancing and bubbles. Ages 14 months to 3 years.Attend live or view the recording at www.facebook.com/goletavalleylibrary or the Goleta and Santa Ynez Valley Libraries YouTube channel...read more
LIVE ONLINE Bilingual Halloween Storytime
2pm
LIVE ONLINE Bilingual Halloween Storytime
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2pm
Goleta Valley Library
Bring the whole family to enjoy bilingual stories every Tuesday afternoon! Listen to exciting stories in English and Spanish and enjoy fun songs, rhymes, and art activities. Recommended for children 7 and younger.¡Traiga toda la famila para disfrutar de cuentos bilingües cada martes por l...read more
LIVE ONLINE Mystery Book Club: Murder at Cape Three Points
5pm
LIVE ONLINE Mystery Book Club: Murder at Cape Three Points
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 5pmLIVE ONLINE Mystery
Goleta Valley Library
Mystery Book Club: Murder at Cape Three Points by Kwei QuarteyTo receive an invitation to the meeting please email Brent at bfield@cityofgoleta.orgPart 3 of the Darko Dawson seriesA canoe washes up at a Ghanaian offshore oil-rig site. Inside it are the bodies of a prominent, wealthy couple, Charles ...read more
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LIVE ONLINE: Halloween Snack Craft Workshop
3-4pm
LIVE ONLINE: Halloween Snack Craft Workshop
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 3-4pmLIVE ONLINE: Hallowe
Goleta Valley Library
Join us to make a fun and creative Halloween snack that will be as spooky as it is delicious!What you will need for the Monster Mouth Snack Craft Workshop: Green or red apple slices Nuts, seeds or marshmallows for teeth Strawberry slices or fruit leather Nut butter Candy eyes (optional) Toothpicks (...read more

or call 805-964-7878.
LIVE ONLINE Teen Graphic Novel Club
4:30-5:30pm
LIVE ONLINE Teen Graphic Novel Club
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 4:30-5:30pmLIVE ONLINE Teen Gra
Goleta Valley Library
Join us for the Goleta Valley Library's Teen Graphic Novel Club!Registration is limited to ages 13-17 only, please. Meetings will be virtual and hosted via GoToMeeting.Everyone who registers for the meeting will receive a link to the meeting and a form to join the Club.Join now to read free...read more

or call 805-964-7878.
LIVE ONLINE: Pajama Halloween Storytime
7pm
LIVE ONLINE: Pajama Halloween Storytime
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 7pm
Goleta Valley Library
Bring your stuffed animal and favorite blanket -- it’s time for a bedtime story! We will say goodnight with a cozy reading and some favorite songs in this entertaining storytime for children ages 7 and under.
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LIVE ONLINE: Baby & Toddler Halloween Storytime
11:15am
LIVE ONLINE: Baby & Toddler Halloween Storytime
Thursday, Oct. 29, 11:15amLIVE ONLINE: Baby &
Goleta Valley Library
Calling all Babies and Toddlers! Please join us for our new online Baby & Toddler Time. This program will combine all the fun of “Baby & Me” with lots of fun for Toddlers, too: dancing, songs, a short story and bounces! Ages 0-3 years.Attend live or view the recording at www.face...read more
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LIVE ONLINE Halloween Treat Tutorial
1pm
LIVE ONLINE Halloween Treat Tutorial
Friday, Oct. 30, 1pm
Goleta Valley Library
Join us for a fun tutorial to learn how to make yummy Halloween treats with special guest Monica from the Buellton Branch!Attend live or view the recording at www.facebook.com/goletavalleylibrary or the Goleta and Santa Ynez Valley Libraries YouTube channel.
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LIVE ONLINE Monster Mash Dance Party
2pm
LIVE ONLINE Monster Mash Dance Party
Saturday, Oct. 31, 2pmLIVE ONLINE Monster
Goleta Valley Library
Let’s have a virtual Halloween dance party! Wear your best costume and put on your dancing shoes to celebrate this spooky holiday with us. We will dance to Halloween favorites and learn new songs!Register here to receive the link to the GoToMeeting event via email.

or call 805-964-7878.
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