In 2025, the City of Santa Maria will receive an interactive museum featuring exhibits, educational programs, flight demonstrations and more! The new Planes of Fame Air Museum will be constructed at the Santa Maria Airport and aims to preserve aviation history, inspire interest in aviation, educate ...read more

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 required. Please call the Information desk at (805) 925-0994 extension 8562.

It's time to create, explore, and use your imagination! -- ¡Es hora de crear, explorar y usar su imaginacion! 3D Printing - Impresión de 3D Straw Weaving - Tejido de paja Origami Corner Bookmark - Marcapáginas de esquina de origami

Visit the Youth Services Desk on the first Sunday of each month to receive a coupon for a free book of your choice from the Library Bookstore! For ages 0-17. For more information, please call the Information Desk at 805-925-0994.

Visit the Youth Services Desk to borrow a board game to play while at the library. Play a favorite or try something new.

Meet a curious bunch with this interactive theatre piece! Enjoy a dramatic night with an investigative element presented by Exit Pursued by a Bear. Registration is required. For more information, please call the Information Desk at 805-925-0994.

Mondays, January 6- February 10; 10:00amExplore pre-literacy skills through music, movement, and visual stimulation, and promote a healthy bond between baby and caregiver. Learn, connect, and grow with other babies and caregivers. For ages 0-12 months. This program runs approx. 30 mins. 

Mondays-Thursdays in Youth ServicesFree after school homework help Volunteer tutors are available to help with assignments and work on skills.  For children in grades K-6. First come, first served, no sign-ups are required

Tuesdays, January 7 – February 11; 10:00am (English/Spanish) High-energy learning experience just for toddlers. Toddlers learn and grow through stories, movement, and music. Sign up for only one six-week timeslot. For ages 1-3. Registration is required and begins Monday, December 30.

Orcutt Preschool Story TimeStory Time is held on:Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.For Preschoolers ages 3 to 5. Featuring stories, puppets, fingerplays, and songs.*Please note the library will open ONLY to parents/caregivers and preschool children at 10:15 a.m. for nametags, playing with puzzles,...read more

Mondays-Thursdays in Youth ServicesFree after school homework help Volunteer tutors are available to help with assignments and work on skills.  For children in grades K-6. First come, first served, no sign-ups are required

Families get creative with an afternoon of Arts and Crafts. Try out a new medium, make something amazing together, and take home a piece of art. All skillsets are welcome.  

Story time is designed to build literacy skills and school readiness, all while having a great time. This fun story time will feature songs, fingerplays, and stories. For ages 3-6. This program runs approx. 30 mins.

Celebrate imagination and creativity with hands-on activities that are just right for preschoolers. Make new friends at this monthly drop-in program. For ages 3-5. 

Mondays-Thursdays in Youth ServicesFree after school homework help Volunteer tutors are available to help with assignments and work on skills.  For children in grades K-6. First come, first served, no sign-ups are required

Thursdays, January 9 – February 13; 10:00am High-energy learning experience just for toddlers. Toddlers learn and grow through stories, movement, and music. Sign up for only one six-week timeslot. For ages 1-3. Registration is required and begins Monday, December 30.

Mondays-Thursdays in Youth ServicesFree after school homework help Volunteer tutors are available to help with assignments and work on skills.  For children in grades K-6. First come, first served, no sign-ups are required

Proud Fellowship is a program created for LGBTQIA+ young adults (ages 16-22) to collaborate in a safe and welcoming environment. Discuss ideas, create art, play games and more in “Proud Fellowship”; meetings will occur every first and third Thursday of the month. This program is sponsore...read more

Celebrate National Send a Card to a Friend Day with a special story time. Listen to a sweet story and create a card to send to your friend.  

Pack pick-up begins Saturday, February 8 Get creative and spread joy with this crafty pack! It will include all the supplies needed to make fun personalized cards for your friends and family. For ages 6-12.  

Pack pick-up begins Saturday, February 8 Get creative and spread joy with this crafty pack! It will include all the supplies needed to make fun personalized cards for your friends and family. For ages 6-12.  

Young minds will become master builders! Join us to construct wondrous structures with a variety of craft supplies, recycled materials, and endless creativity.  

It's time to create, explore, and use your imagination! -- ¡Es hora de crear, explorar y usar su imaginacion! Silhouette Cutter - Diseños de papel usando Silhouette Yarn Hearts - Corazones de hilo Pocket Heart Valentine - Corazón de bolsillo san valentin

Celebrate the season of love and let your creativity loose with these DIY clay Valentine's Day earrings! All materials will be provided. Registration is required; for patrons 18 and up.

Be prepared for epic excitement with tabletop gaming presented by the Santa Maria Adventurer's League. Everyone is welcome regardless of previous experience. All children under the ages of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited and registration is required.

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 required. Please call the Information desk at (805) 925-0994 extension 8562.

Make and decorate a paper flower frame to display your photo! Kits are available for pick-up at Orcutt, Los Alamos and Cuyama branch libraries beginning February 10th. For ages 18 and up, while supplies last.

Mondays, January 6- February 10; 10:00amExplore pre-literacy skills through music, movement, and visual stimulation, and promote a healthy bond between baby and caregiver. Learn, connect, and grow with other babies and caregivers. For ages 0-12 months. This program runs approx. 30 mins. 

Mondays-Thursdays in Youth ServicesFree after school homework help Volunteer tutors are available to help with assignments and work on skills.  For children in grades K-6. First come, first served, no sign-ups are required

Calling all mad scientists! Conduct an experiment, engineering challenges, and create art once a month at this drop-in program. For ages 6-12.

Flirty Fiction is a book club for readers of contemporary romance fiction. The group meets each month to discuss a new title. Diverse romance books of all types are welcome in this inclusive space. If it’s a romance, we’ll read it! The book for February is The Love Hypothesis by Ali Haze...read more

Story time is designed to build literacy skills and school readiness, all while having a great time. This fun story time will feature songs, fingerplays, and stories. For ages 3-6. This program runs approx. 30 mins.

Mondays-Thursdays in Youth ServicesFree after school homework help Volunteer tutors are available to help with assignments and work on skills.  For children in grades K-6. First come, first served, no sign-ups are required

Stop by the library for an afternoon of Lego madness. Meet with other Lego fans, build together, or build your own creation. This program runs approx. 1.5 hrs.

Thursdays, January 9 – February 13; 10:00am High-energy learning experience just for toddlers. Toddlers learn and grow through stories, movement, and music. Sign up for only one six-week timeslot. For ages 1-3. Registration is required and begins Monday, December 30.

Mondays-Thursdays in Youth ServicesFree after school homework help Volunteer tutors are available to help with assignments and work on skills.  For children in grades K-6. First come, first served, no sign-ups are required

Youth will learn to sew, and practice sewing skills at the library.  Learn the basics of a machine and sewing by hand, or practice skills with the club. Materials will be provided.  Youth are welcome to bring fabric from home. This program runs approx. 2 hrs.

Celebrate Galentine's Day at the Santa Maria Public Library! Show appreciation for the friendships that inspire, empower, and motivate with the creation of friendship bracelets. All materials will be provided. Registration is required.  

Preschoolers will discover early literacy skills through stories, play, and songs. This special play time is designed especially for nontraditional caregivers (friends, family, and neighbors). Snacks will be provided. For ages 3-5. This program runs approx. 2 hrs. 

Interested in anime or manga; come to Anime Club! Hang out with other fans, eat Japanese snacks, and do fun activities. New members are always welcome!

Let’s read together! Each month will feature a new book and activity. Free copies of the book will be provided on a first come, first served basis. The book for February is Flora & Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo. For ages 9-14.  

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. Please call the Reference desk at 805-925-0994 ext. 8562 to reserve a seat.

It's time to create, explore, and use your imagination! -- ¡Es hora de crear, explorar y usar su imaginacion! Programming Games - Juegos de programación Painted Collage - Collage pintado Animal Puppets - Marionetas de animales

Help kick off our new Junk Journal Book Club. Participants will vote for what book to read for the next book club meeting and create a junk journal with a mix of found and recycled materials. The junk journals will be used for journaling discussion questions and creating vision boards. Please call t...read more

Looking for a new form of self-expression? Poetry facilitation is the use of poetry to promote well-being. Workshop participants will be introduced to a poem and explore their reaction through writing or illustration with guest facilitator Dot Winslow. Registration is required and this workshop is f...read more

Mondays-Thursdays in Youth ServicesFree after school homework help Volunteer tutors are available to help with assignments and work on skills.  For children in grades K-6. First come, first served, no sign-ups are required

Write a creative and heartfelt message with these DIY gift cards! This workshop is free, all materials and supplies will be provided. Registration is required. For patrons 18 or older.

Orcutt Preschool Story TimeStory Time is held on:Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.For Preschoolers ages 3 to 5. Featuring stories, puppets, fingerplays, and songs.*Please note the library will open ONLY to parents/caregivers and preschool children at 10:15 a.m. for nametags, playing with puzzles,...read more

Reading to dogs is a wonderful way for children to gain confidence while reading aloud. These dogs absolutely love all kinds of books and are excellent listeners. No one pays attention to a child reading quite like dogs do! First come, first served for a 15-minute time slot. This program runs a...read more

Mondays-Thursdays in Youth ServicesFree after school homework help Volunteer tutors are available to help with assignments and work on skills.  For children in grades K-6. First come, first served, no sign-ups are required

Sing, dance, play instruments, and move to the beat. Develop motor skills and listening skills while having fun. Ideal for younger children but all ages welcome.

Mondays-Thursdays in Youth ServicesFree after school homework help Volunteer tutors are available to help with assignments and work on skills.  For children in grades K-6. First come, first served, no sign-ups are required

Join us for reading fun in the Altrusa Theater! Build your own mini fort and read in the dark with a flashlight. Feel free to bring your own fort supplies and flashlight. Space and supplies provided by the library are limited. 

Take advantage of a welcoming and relaxed environment to do homework or study after school with your peers. Grab a snack, sit with friends, or ask the Teen Librarian about the library and its free resources. Need a brain break in between studies? Take part in a passive activity. This program runs ap...read more

Mondays-Thursdays in Youth ServicesFree after school homework help Volunteer tutors are available to help with assignments and work on skills.  For children in grades K-6. First come, first served, no sign-ups are required

Proud Fellowship is a program created for LGBTQIA+ young adults (ages 16-22) to collaborate in a safe and welcoming environment. Discuss ideas, create art, play games and more in “Proud Fellowship”; meetings will occur every first and third Thursday of the month. This program is sponsore...read more

Join us for a morning of sport stories and activities, learn more about a sport and meet local athletes. This program is in partnership with Allan Hancock College Athletics. February's session will be all about softball and baseball!

Come hang out for an afternoon of gaming. Play to win on our Nintendo Switch or sit back and watch the action on our large screen. Light snacks will be provided.

Join us every month as we read and discuss literature that focuses on LGBTQIA+ authors, characters, and themes! The book for February is One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston. See sm.blackgold.org for available titles! Registration is required. 

Join other Pokémon trainers at the popular Pokémon Club. Learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card game, watch Pokémon, and participate in other fun activities. Bring a deck from home to battle or use one from the library.

It's time to create, explore, and use your imagination! -- ¡Es hora de crear, explorar y usar su imaginacion! Legos - Construir con Lego Word Scramble Poetry - Poesía de lucha de palabras Stained Glass Bookmarks - Marcapáginas de vidrieras

Join Master Gardener Sheryl Reimers and learn about local pollinators and how to choose appropriate pollinator-friendly plants for your local microclimate. Drought tolerant and native plants will be emphasized. For all ages.  

The Valley Reads is a monthly book club for adults featuring coffee, snacks, and lively discussion!  The book selection for February is Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson. Please call the Reference desk at 805-925-0994 ext. 8562 to reserve a seat.

Novel Nightmares is a book club for lovers of haunting horror. This group meets the third Tuesday of each month to discuss a creepy tale. The book for February is Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier. Registration is required, ages 18 and older.

Get ready to join an epic adventure with Dungeons and Dragons presented by Central Coast Games. This easy to learn game is the world’s most popular tabletop role playing game, and everyone is welcome regardless of previous experience. Space is limited and registration is required, designed for...read more

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. For more information, please call the Information Desk at 805-925-0994.

Mondays-Thursdays in Youth ServicesFree after school homework help Volunteer tutors are available to help with assignments and work on skills.  For children in grades K-6. First come, first served, no sign-ups are required

Reading to dogs is a wonderful way for children to gain confidence while reading aloud. These dogs absolutely love all kinds of books and are excellent listeners. No one pays attention to a child reading quite like dogs do! First come, first served for a 15-minute time slot. This program runs a...read more

Mondays-Thursdays in Youth ServicesFree after school homework help Volunteer tutors are available to help with assignments and work on skills.  For children in grades K-6. First come, first served, no sign-ups are required

Calling all royals and friends, you are invited to a royal ball. Where you can enjoy fairy tales, crafts and games.  Your finest attire is encouraged but not required. Ideal for younger children but all ages welcome.

Mondays-Thursdays in Youth ServicesFree after school homework help Volunteer tutors are available to help with assignments and work on skills.  For children in grades K-6. First come, first served, no sign-ups are required

Mondays-Thursdays in Youth ServicesFree after school homework help Volunteer tutors are available to help with assignments and work on skills.  For children in grades K-6. First come, first served, no sign-ups are required