Library Events

We are very excited to resume our in-person Teen Volunteer Program this summer! Teen volunteers have the opportunity to earn community service hours for school by awarding prizes to Youth participants, who report on their reading to volunteers in order to receive their prizes at each milestone. Teen...read more

Readers of all ages are invited to participate in our annual Summer Reading Program, “Oceans of Possibilities,” from June 3rd – July 30th. Visit your local branch to register for the program and pick up a reading log to get started. Youth Participants in grades 6 and belo...read more

Readers of all ages are invited to participate in our annual Summer Reading Program, “Oceans of Possibilities,” from June 3rd – July 30th. Visit your local branch to register for the program and pick up a reading log to get started. Youth Participants in grades 6 and belo...read more

We're kicking off our Summer Reading Program with a splash! Following the theme of Oceans of Possibilities, we're giving out free craft kits to build undersea creature race cars, with exclusive stickers on June 4th! Then, once you've built and decorated your racer, come by the library an...read more

After two years of virtual sessions, The Goleta Valley Library Writers' Workshop will resume meeting in person beginning Saturday, June 4th. The workshop is open to adults and teenagers, to writers of all genres and every level of experience. Participants are encourged to share their work, excha...read more

An open conversation opportunity with memory care expert Lauren Mahakian, held on the Solvang Library patio. Please reserve a spot.When a member of the family shows signs of dementia or is diagnosed with Alzheimer's or other cognitive disorders, the entire family is impacted: questions of care a...read more

Friendship Manor

We are happy to kick off the Summer's family entertainment with this amazing, hilarious, and thought-provoking magician!  Shawn McMaster will present his world famous show outside on the library lawn!  Don't miss it.  Bring a blanket to sit on. 

 Join us for a dazzling performance from renowned magician Shawn McMaster! You’ll be amazed by his show and even learn a few tips for doing your own tricks, too.

For readers 8-11 years old.  Join us to explore some great new books! The group meets online on Wednesday June 15 at 4:00 pm to talk about this month's book (and later, on June 24th, the group will have an in-person get-together to have fun and talk about other favorite reads...read more

Join in the conversation with our monthly bookclub!We meet once a month via Zoom to discuss the book. This month we have chosen Alta California; from San Diego to San Francisco, a journey on foot to rediscover the Golden State by Nick Neely. A national best seller about one man's 650 mile journe...read more

Original, whimsical master puppeteer Elizabeth Luce brings us the story of Sailor Sam and his little pal Salty as they search for adventure, treasure and…. a boat that won’t sink! Join in the slapstick hijinks and meet mythical creatures along the way -a giant octopus, a dangerous ...read more

Enjoy a fantastic puppet show from Luce Puppet Company! In Splashy Sea Saga, you can sail the Seven Seas with Sailor Sam and his little pal Salty as they search for adventure, treasure and…a boat that won’t sink! Join in the slapstick hijinks and meet mythical creatures along the way in...read more

An introductory workshop for ages 10-17.  Join us as we design a simple 3D model in TinkerCAD.  Space is limited, please register to reserve a spot.

We've resumed our in-person Teen Volunteer Program this summer! Teen volunteers have the opportunity to earn community service hours for school by awarding prizes to Youth participants, who report on their reading to volunteers in order to receive their prizes at each milestone. Teen Volunteers ...read more

Ventriloquist and master storyteller Randel McGee returns to Solvang library with his hilarious dragon friend Groark!   For all ages.The show will be outdoors on the lawn, bring a blanket!

Your favorite stuffed toy gets to explore the library at this fun sleepover! Drop them off in the afternoon, and when you pick them up the next day you will receive a goody bag and photos from their overnight adventure!

For readers 8-11 years old.  This is an in-person get-together to have fun and talk about our favorite books and authors. We'll meet outside under the Sycamore tree.  A loose theme for this month might be Journeys- have you read any books where the main character ma...read more

Your favorite stuffed toy gets to explore the library at this fun sleepover! Drop them off in the afternoon, and when you pick them up the next day you will receive a goody bag and photos from their overnight adventure!

For middle  grades and high school readers.  This is an in-person get-together to have fun and talk about our favorite books and authors. We'll meet outside under the Sycamore tree.  A loose theme for this month might be Journeys- have you read any books where the m...read more

This workshop is taught by Mie of Mie's Beads in Solvang!   For ages 10- 17.A "Morse Code" bead string contains a personalized saying or message, symbolized by dots and dashes created by beads of different shapes of colors.  All supplies are provided.  Space is limi...read more

Many Rivers to Cross, by Peter RobinsonIn Eastvale, a young Middle Eastern boy is found dead, his body stuffed into a wheelie bin on the East Side Estate. Detective Superintendent Alan Banks and his team know they must tread carefully to solve this sensitive case, but tensions rise when they learn t...read more

Let’s celebrate Independence Day with some patriotic crafts! Stop by the library to create a red, white and blue treasure to take home.