Library Events

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

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Private Event
12:30-3:00
 Private Event
Wednesday, May 1, 12:30-3:00
Shepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library
Annual Volunteer Luncheon
Spring Makerspace
5:00pm - 7:00pm
 Spring Makerspace
Wednesday, May 1, 5:00pm - 7:00pmSpring Makerspace
Learning Center
It's time to create, build, explore, and use your imagination at the Library Maker Events. May 1 Egg Maracas OrigamiFor more information, please call the Library, 805-925-0994. 
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Bi-Lingo
6:00-7:30
 Bi-Lingo
Thursday, May 2, 6:00-7:30
Shepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library
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One Justice--Free Legal Assistance
10:30-4:30
One Justice--Free Legal Assistance
Friday, May 3, 10:30-4:30
Shepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library
OneJustice Legal Clinic
11:15 AM to 4:00 PM
 OneJustice Legal Clinic
Friday, May 3, 11:15 AM to 4:00 PM
Shepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library
OneJustice's Justice Bus Project is partnering with the Santa Barbara Public Defender's Office to provide a "Free Criminal Record Clearance"  clinic in Santa Maria. During the clinic individuals with appointments will meet one-on-one with volunteer attorneys to complete their ...read more
Teen Manga Drawing Demonstration
4:00pm-5:30pm
Teen Manga Drawing Demonstration
Friday, May 3, 4:00pm-5:30pmTeen Manga Drawing D
Altrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library
Do you like to draw? Come meet Manga illustrator Irene Flores for a drawing demonstration. Get tips on sketching and learn how to become a professional artist. Light snacks will be served.
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Spring Makerspace
10:00am - 3:00pm
 Spring Makerspace
Saturday, May 4, 10:00am - 3:00pmSpring Makerspace
Learning Center
It's time to create, build, explore, and use your imagination at the Library Maker Events.May 4 Pinata paper Bags Duct Tape May the 4th be with you OrigamiFor more information, please call the Library, 805-925-0994.
Free Comic Book Day/Star Wars Day
11:00am-4:00pm
Free Comic Book Day/Star Wars Day
Saturday, May 4, 11:00am-4:00pmFree Comic Book Day/
Altrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library
Join us as we celebrate National Free Comic Book Day and Star Wars May the 4th.  Special Star Wars and comic themed activities offered throughout the event. Don’t forget to choose up to two free comics to take home for your own collection (while supplies last).
Private Event
2:00-4:00
 Private Event
Saturday, May 4, 2:00-4:00
Shepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library
Congressional Art Competition Reception
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Veterans Connect: "Visions of Warriors"
2:30 to 4:30 PM
Veterans Connect: "Visions of Warriors"
Monday, May 6, 2:30 to 4:30 PM
Shepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in honor of that, the City of Santa Maria Public Library will be participating by screening the film, "Visions of Warriors", from director/producer/writer/editor Ming Lai. After the movie there will be a question and answer segment with Mr. Lai! Th...read more
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Spring Makerspace
5:00pm - 7:00pm
 Spring Makerspace
Wednesday, May 8, 5:00pm - 7:00pmSpring Makerspace
Learning Center
It's time to create, build, explore, and use your imagination at the Library Maker Events. May 8 Rock Painting Card MakingFor more information, please call the Library, 805-925-0994. 
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Private Event
10:30- 12:30
 Private Event
Thursday, May 9, 10:30- 12:30
Learning Center
Let’s Blow Off Some STEAM
4:00pm-5:00pm
 Let’s Blow Off Some STEAM
Thursday, May 9, 4:00pm-5:00pmLet’s Blow Off
Altrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library
Curious preschoolers and caregivers, join us for a special story time filled with exploration and discovery, designed just for your preschooler aged 3-5. Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math themes will be explored through stories, and then discovered through hands-on activities. Com...read more

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Spring Makerspace
10:00am - 3:00pm
 Spring Makerspace
Saturday, May 11, 10:00am - 3:00pmSpring Makerspace
Learning Center
It's time to create, build, explore, and use your imagination at the Library Maker Events.May 11 Rock Photo Holder Green Screen Creations Paper LiliesFor more information, please call the Library, 805-925-0994.
Mental Health Resource Fair
11:00 - 2:00 PM
 Mental Health Resource Fair
Saturday, May 11, 11:00 - 2:00 PMMental Health Resour
Shepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library
Come by and enjoy this FREE Library event!  Our Mental Health Resource Fair will have many community agencies on hand to assist with questions.  We’ll have crafts, stress-relieving activities and much more! For more information, please call 805.925.0994 and ask for Mrs. Fierro. This ...read more
Mother’s Day Crafts
11:00AM - 1:00PM
 Mother’s Day Crafts
Saturday, May 11, 11:00AM - 1:00PMMother’s Day C
Orcutt Branch Library
Come to the Orcutt Library to make a gift for your Mom!
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Movie Night - Sing
3:00 to 5:00 PM
 Movie Night - Sing
Monday, May 13, 3:00 to 5:00 PM
Shepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library
Theme: Animation, PG (2016), 108 minutes In a city of humanoid animals, a hustling theater impresario's attempt to save his theater with a singing competition becomes grander than anticipated even as its finalists' find that their lives will never be the same. Staring the voice talents ...read more
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Whimsy in the Garden
2:30 to 4:30 PM
 Whimsy in the Garden
Wednesday, May 15, 2:30 to 4:30 PM
Shepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library
Spring Makerspace
5:00pm - 7:00pm
 Spring Makerspace
Wednesday, May 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pmSpring Makerspace
Learning Center
It's time to create, build, explore, and use your imagination at the Library Maker Events. May 15 Using a Digital Camera Clay CreationsFor more information, please call the Library, 805-925-0994. 
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Spring Makerspace
10:00am - 3:00pm
 Spring Makerspace
Saturday, May 18, 10:00am - 3:00pmSpring Makerspace
Learning Center
It's time to create, build, explore, and use your imagination at the Library Maker Events.May 18 Edit Digital Image Photo Magnets Paper Plate Dream CatcherFor more information, please call the Library, 805-925-0994.
Heart of the Valley - Local History
10:15 to 11:15 AM
Heart of the Valley - Local History
Saturday, May 18, 10:15 to 11:15 AM
Shepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library
Join us on the third Saturday of the month in Shepard Hall for our NEW speaker series called "Heart of the Valley". May 18, 2019 from 10:15 to 11:15 am Guest Speaker: Dick Mininger Presentation: Museum of Flight and the History of Aviation in the Santa Maria Valley Seating i...read more
Cowboy Poetry
2 pm to 4 pm
 Cowboy Poetry
Saturday, May 18, 2 pm to 4 pm
Shepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library
Join us for a cowboy afternoon as winners of the cowboy poetry contest read their work and award winning children's western writer, Mike Prince, talks about his westerns for children. Prince is traveling to Santa Maria from his home state of Nevada.  He won the Will Rogers Me...read more
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Summer Teen Volunteer Orientation
5:00pm-6:00pm
Summer Teen Volunteer Orientation
Monday, May 20, 5:00pm-6:00pmSummer Teen Voluntee
Altrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library
Do you want to help the library and earn community service credit? If you’re interested in volunteering during the summer, you must attend ONE volunteer orientation session. If you have volunteered at the library in the 2018-2019 school year, you do not need to attend an orientation.Orientatio...read more
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Night Light Theater: How to Train Your Dragon
6:00pm-7:30pm
Night Light Theater: How to Train Your Dragon
Tuesday, May 21, 6:00pm-7:30pmNight Light Theater:
Altrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library
Drop by for a monthly family movie night at the Library! No sign-ups or tickets required. All ages welcome with caregivers. All Night Light Theater evenings are on Tuesdays at 6:00pm in the Altrusa Theater. Sorry, food and drinks are not allowed at this event. May 21: How to Train Your Dragon&n...read more
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Spring Makerspace
5:00pm - 7:00pm
 Spring Makerspace
Wednesday, May 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pmSpring Makerspace
Learning Center
It's time to create, build, explore, and use your imagination at the Library Maker Events. May 22 Lego Building Leather CraftFor more information, please call the Library, 805-925-0994. 
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Spring Makerspace
10:00am - 3:00pm
 Spring Makerspace
Saturday, May 25, 10:00am - 3:00pmSpring Makerspace
Learning Center
It's time to create, build, explore, and use your imagination at the Library Maker Events.May 25 Lego Building Button Making Leather CraftFor more information, please call the Library, 805-925-0994.
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Library Closed
 Library Closed
Monday, May 27, Library Closed
Altrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library
The library will be closed on Monday, May 27th in observance of Memorial Day.Cerrado lunes, 27 de mayo para el Día Memorial
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Spring Makerspace
5:00pm - 7:00pm
 Spring Makerspace
Wednesday, May 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pmSpring Makerspace
Learning Center
It's time to create, build, explore, and use your imagination at the Library Maker Events. May 29 Using a Silhouette Cutter Popcicle Stick CreaturesFor more information, please call the Library, 805-925-0994. 
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Private Event
10:00-4:00
 Private Event
Thursday, May 30, 10:00-4:00
Shepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library
ADA Training
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Private Event
2:00-4:00
 Private Event
Friday, May 31, 2:00-4:00
Shepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library
Family Partnership Charter School
 
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