November 1st- 30th, 2021Patrons can donate books to designated drop off location near the Veterans Connect Desk for the month of November.

The Valley Reads Book Club meets the first Tuesday of every month at 2:00 PM.The book for the month of November will be The Lord of the Flies by William Golding.Patrons can register here by providing their name, email and phone number.Patrons may also provide their information over the tel...read more

The County of Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Foundation are hosting a job fair for organizations hiring for positions in social services agencies. Interested in learning more about opportunities in this growing field where you will have the opportunity to help connect people with housing and other ...read more

Story time session: Wednesdays, November 3 – December 15, at 4:00pm  Songs, fingerplays, and stories in English and Spanish. Story time is designed to build literacy skills and school readiness, all while having a great time. Seating for this program is ...read more

Story time session: Thursdays, November 4 – December 16, at 10:00 am.  Storytime is designed to build literacy skills and school readiness, all while having a great time. This fun storytime will have songs, fingerplays, and stories. Seating for this prog...read more

Friday, November 5, 2021 at 10:30 am, Live Virtual ProgramGather family and join us for a live virtual Chumash and Tataviam storytelling, to recognize and honor Native American Heritage during the month of November.  Discover, listen, and learn from a local Chumash and Tataviam Elder. ...read more

Create a super useful and awesome paracord bracelet following simple, step-by-step instructions. Wear it or store it in your bugout bag! Join us to complete the project in person on Friday, November 5.

Celebrate picture book month by creating an original book. Included will be material to write and illustrate an original picture book. 

Create a super useful and awesome paracord bracelet following simple, step-by-step instructions. Wear it or store it in your bugout bag! Pick up a pack at any Library branch beginning Saturday, November 6 to do the project on your own.Program packs are available while supplies last, and are limited ...read more

Come and celebrate Indigenous Heritage Month with a virtual presentation by Dr. Niki Sandoval on ‘amuyich ~ Spirit of Generosity, and an in-person discussion/display of artwork inspired by indigenous Latin-American cultures by artist and nurse, Linda Ramirez. Free; open to the public.(co-...read more

November 20th from 11:00 AM-12:30 PM.Want to learn new skills or want to further develop the skills you already have? Library staff will be offering training on the new LinkedIn Learning database. LinkedIn Learning offers over 16,000 online courses taught by real-world professionals that help users ...read more

Shepard HallWednesday November 10th, @ 3:00 PM The Goodwill Industries of Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties and the Santa Maria Public Library are partnering up to offer a free presentation on the Goodwill’s Veterans Employment Assistance Program (VEAP). Veteran Services Coordinator Rae-...read more

Thursday, November 11, 2021 6:30 pm,  Virtual Program. Gather family and join us for a virtual Chumash and Tataviam storytelling, to recognize and honor Native American Heritage during the month of November. Discover, listen, and learn from a local Chumash and Tataviam Elder...read more

If you’re a teen who is into anime or manga, come to Anime Club! Hang out with other fans, eat Japanese snacks, and do fun activities. New members are always welcome! 

Pick up an art pack to create a masterpiece at home. Art packs include projects that guide students in learning basic principles of art. These packs are geared towards aged 6 to 12.Program packs are available while supplies last and are limited to one pack per youth.Recoger un paquete de arte y crea...read more

Visit the bookmobile at monthly Saturday Bookmobile Pop-up Stops for a family friendly maker project. Join us at Adam Park 600 West Enos Drive

Join us November 18th from 3:00-4:30 PM and learn how to locate jobs on the web and submit applications through online portals. Participants will gain hands-on experience to jumpstart their job search. Registration begins November 8th. 

Preschool  Sensory packs will include everything needed to create a sensory bin. Sensory bins allow children to explore, discover, imagine, create, and learn while engaging their senses. This program is for children ages 3-5, adult assistance is required to assemble sensory bins. Program p...read more

Celebrate and recognize this month by reading a book by an author with a Native American background, learn more about local tribes, customs, and even visit local heritage sites.  Designed for ages 6 through 18. Family packs are available while supplies last, and are limited to one pack per hous...read more

Join us for a festive holiday crafting workshop. This free workshop will offer three different handmade crafts for patrons to create. Handmade crafts are fun to make and a great way to save money. All materials will be provided at the workshop.

Schedule a one-on-one appointment for instruction on technology topics like setting-up new devices, installing apps, privacy best practices, and enjoying library e-resources at home. Registration is required. Call the Library at 805-925-0994 ext. 8562 to schedule an appointment.

A Librarian will be at the Elwin E. Mussell Senior Center to perform a special storytime for people of all ages. Intergenerational storytimes benefit all that participate. It brings people of different age groups together to have fun, learn, and sing together.

November 22-24 and Saturday November 27, 20212:00pmMonday, November 22: Raya and the Last Dragon (PG, 114 minutes) 2021Tuesday, November 23: How to Train Your Dragon (PG, 98 minutes) 2010Wednesday, November 24: How to Train Your Dragon 2 (PG, 102 minutes) 2014Saturday, November 27: How to Train Your...read more

The Santa Maria Public Library is closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

November 1st- 30th, 2021Patrons can donate books to designated drop off location near the Veterans Connect Desk for the month of November.