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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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Bouncing Baby Story Time
12:00PM Bouncing Baby Story Time Friday, Jul. 1, 12:00PMAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Explore pre-literacy skills through music, movement, and visual stimulation while promoting a healthy bond between baby and caregiver. Learn, connect, and grow with other babies up to 12 months and their caregivers.
Teen Gaming
4:00pm-5:45pm Teen Gaming Friday, Jul. 1, 4:00pm-5:45pmShepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library Teens bring your friends for a Friday afternoon of gaming. Play against your friends or sit back and watch the action on our large screen. Light snacks will be provided.
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Bookmobile Pop-up Stop
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Summer Makerspace / Semos Creadors Eventos del Verano
12:00pm-3:00pm Summer Makerspace / Semos Creadors Eventos del Verano Saturday, Jul. 2, 12:00pm-3:00pmLearning Center It's time to create, build, explore, and use your imagination at the Library Maker Events. 3D Printing Paper Wreath Jewelry MakingEs hora de crear, construir, explorar ye usar su imaginación en el iEventos de la biblioteca! Impresión de 3D Coronas de papel para la puerta Dise&ntild...read more
Jedi Training
2:00 pm Jedi Training Saturday, Jul. 2, 2:00 pmAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Saturday, July 2, 2:00pmLearn or test Jedi skills and talents with Jedi Masters from A Wish Your Heart Makes. Explore Jedi training, Jedi orders, and learn what it takes to be a Jedi.
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LIBRARY CLOSED / Biblioteca Cerrada
LIBRARY CLOSED / Biblioteca Cerrada Monday, Jul. 4, All Locations The Library and Branches will be closed in observance of Independence Day.Cerrado en cumplimiento del Día de la Independencia.
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Youth Art Time
4:00 pm Youth Art Time Tuesday, Jul. 5, 4:00 pmAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Get creative with an afternoon of art. Youth create a masterpiece while exploring different mediums. Each lesson focuses on an artist, their process, and a different element of art. This program is for ages 6-12.
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Let’s Blow Off Some STEAM!
11:00am Let’s Blow Off Some STEAM! Friday, Jul. 8, 11:00amAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Curious preschoolers and caregivers, come to a special story time filled with exploration and discovery, designed for preschoolers aged 3-5. Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math themes will be explored through stories and discovered through hands-on activities. Come dressed for mess! Regi...read more
Ancient Homelands: Native Music from North, Central, and South America
4:00pm - 5:00pm Ancient Homelands: Native Music from North, Central, and South America Friday, Jul. 8, 4:00pm - 5:00pmBookmobile The Santa Maria Public Library is excited to host the Ancient Homelands: Native music from North, Central, and South America. Martin Espino will perform this cultural, entertaining, and educational program. This amazing interactive program will be in English and Spanish.The project was made possible...read more
Teen Stranger Things Escape Room
4:00pm-5:30pm Teen Stranger Things Escape Room Friday, Jul. 8, 4:00pm-5:30pmAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Can you help Eleven escape the Upside Down? Bring friends and try to solve the clues to this Stranger Things puzzle before time runs out. Prizes will be awarded to the team with the best time, and Elle’s favorite food will be served.
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Ancient Homelands: Native Music from North, Central, and South America
11:00 am Ancient Homelands: Native Music from North, Central, and South America Saturday, Jul. 9, 11:00 am Altrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Saturday, July 9, 11:00amMartin Espino will present a cultural, entertaining, and educational program featuring music from the Americas. This amazing interactive program will be presented in English and Spanish for the whole family to enjoy. This project was made possible in part by the Instit...read more
Tech Help Saturdays
11:00am-1:00pm Tech Help Saturdays Saturday, Jul. 9, 11:00am-1:00pmDorothea Nelson Conference Room 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. Please call the Library at 805-925-0994 ext. 8562 to schedule an appointment.
Summer Makerspace / Semos Creadors Eventos del Verano
12:00pm-3:00pm Summer Makerspace / Semos Creadors Eventos del Verano Saturday, Jul. 9, 12:00pm-3:00pmLearning Center It's time to create, build, explore, and use your imagination at the Library Maker Events. Silhouette Cutter Friendship Bracelets 3Doodler PensEs hora de crear, construir, explorar ye usar su imaginación en el iEventos de la biblioteca! Cortador de Silhouette Brazalete de amistad Bol&iacu...read more
Music, Sign, and Play
2:00 pm Music, Sign, and Play Saturday, Jul. 9, 2:00 pmAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Music, Sign, and PlaySaturday, July 9, 2:00pmLearn baby sign to communicate more effectively with your child. Attend three-part series June 11, July 9, and August 13. Program content will progressively increase. For parents or caregivers with babies 0-3 years of age, presented by&nb...read more
Valley Reads Book Club
2:00 PM Valley Reads Book Club Saturday, Jul. 9, 2:00 PMShepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library The Valley Reads Book Club meets the second Saturday of every month at 2:00 PM.The Valley Reads Book Club for the month of July will meet Saturday, July 9th, 2:00 PM.The book for the month of July will be 1984 by George Orwell.Patrons can register here by providing their name, email and ph...read more
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Pyjama Drama
Pyjama Drama Monday, Jul. 11, Altrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Pyjama DramaMonday, July 11, 11:00amMonday, July 18, 12:00 noonMonday, July 25, 11:00amInteractive and imaginative learning play, stories, and songs for families with children ages 18 months through 3 years old. Presented by Pyjama Drama, in a three-part series.
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Financial Literacy Workshops, presented by Randy and Naomi Altergott
Financial Literacy Workshops, presented by Randy and Naomi Altergott Tuesdays, July 12, 19, 26 and August 2, 4 p.m.Learning Center Tuesdays, July 12, 19, 26 & August 2 | 4-5:30 pm | 7/2 in Shepard Hall, the rest in Learning CenterThe Santa Maria Public Library is pleased in welcoming Naomi and Randy Altergott from World Financial Group (WFG).WFG's goal is to help people understand how their money works to avoid fin...read more
Create a Nature Journal
3:00 pm Create a Nature Journal Tuesday, Jul. 12, 3:00 pmAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Tuesday, July 12, 3:00pm Celebrate “Reading Beyond the Beaten” path and create a custom nature journal. A nature journal is used to record observations, thoughts, and feelings about what you see in nature. Get your journal ready for your next adventure outside!
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Sensory Bin Creation Station
11:00 AM Sensory Bin Creation Station Wednesday, Jul. 13, 11:00 AMAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Wednesday July 13, 11:00amPreschoolers and caregivers, learn how to create your own 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. Reg...read more
SCORE--Small Business: Business Planning
3 pm SCORE--Small Business: Business Planning Wednesday, Jul. 13, 3 pmShepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library Wednesday, July 13 | 3-5 pm Starting a business? Growing a business? Business planning is THE roadmap to success. SCORE will show you two forms of business plans: the Business Model Canvas which gives you a one page, 10,000 foot overview of what your business does and the Traditional Business P...read more
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Preschool Yoga Story Time
11:00am Preschool Yoga Story Time Friday, Jul. 15, 11:00amAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Drop in for a morning of yoga with stories and breathing exercises. Children are introduced to mindfulness and will learn exercises to help regulate emotions. Space and supplies are limited. Yoga mats will be provided or bring one from home. Open to children ages 3-5 with caregivers. Registration is...read more
Dinosaur Tea Party
4:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen Anime Club
4:00pm-5:30pm Teen Anime Club Friday, Jul. 15, 4:00pm-5:30pmShepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library Friday, July 15, 4:00pmIf 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!
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Pokémon Club
11:00AM Pokémon Club Saturday, Jul. 16, 11:00AMAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Pokémon trainers participate in the popular Pokémon Club at the Library. Learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game, watch an episode of Pokémon the Series, and participate in other fun activities. Bring a deck from home to battle or borrow one of the Library’s...read more
Duct Tape Water Bottle Holder
11:00am-12:30pm Duct Tape Water Bottle Holder Saturday, Jul. 16, 11:00am-12:30pmShepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library Join us for adult summer camp! We will be make fun, colorful water bottle holders out of duct tape! All materials will be provided, registration is required.
Summer Makerspace / Semos Creadors Eventos del Verano
12:00pm-3:00pm Summer Makerspace / Semos Creadors Eventos del Verano Saturday, Jul. 16, 12:00pm-3:00pmLearning Center It's time to create, build, explore, and use your imagination at the Library Maker Events. Screen Printing Duct Tape Zip Bag Make a CardEs hora de crear, construir, explorar ye usar su imaginación en el iEventos de la biblioteca! Serigrafia textil Bolsa de Duct Tape Haz una tarjeta
A Teddy Bear Picnic
2:00 pm A Teddy Bear Picnic Saturday, Jul. 16, 2:00 pmAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library A Teddy Bear PicnicSaturday, July 16, 2:00pmMonday, July 25, 2:00pmAttend a Teddy Bear Picnic with the family, follow along with an interactive performance by Pyjama Drama. Strengthen and use imagination to help make this the best picnic of the summer.
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Summer Craft Adventure
1:00 pm Summer Craft Adventure Tuesday, Jul. 19, 1:00 pmAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Summer Craft AdventureTuesdays, July 19, and July 26, 1:00pmCelebrate summer with the Santa Maria Public Library.Come to the Altrusa Theatre to complete a fun and adventurous craft.
Summer Craft Adventure
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Celebrating Summer with Nathalia Music
4:30 pm Celebrating Summer with Nathalia Music Wednesday, Jul. 20, 4:30 pmShepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library Nathalia’s South American heritage and passion for bilingual education has served as a major influence in the music she creates. From rock to cumbia, jazz to reggaeton, Nathalia's songs are produced in a number of different musical styles and written with the whole family in mind.&nbs...read more
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Next Chapter Book Club
3:30pm Next Chapter Book Club Thursday, Jul. 21, 3:30pmAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Thursday, July 21, 3:30pmLet’s read together! Each month will feature a new chapter book. Talk about last month’s book, and then read the first chapter of the new book together. Copies of the book will be provided on a first come, first served basis. Designed for youth, 8 through 1...read more
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Really a Villain Story time
11:00 am Really a Villain Story time Friday, Jul. 22, 11:00 amAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Really a Villain Story timeFriday, July 22, 11:00am Join us for a special story time by reading beyond the beaten path. Stories presented by Villains from A Wish Your Heart Makes.
Teen Smash Bros. Tournament
4:00pm Teen Smash Bros. Tournament Friday, Jul. 22, 4:00pmShepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library Teens, enter the FREE Super Smash Bros. Tournament. The winner will receive an awesome prize. Controllers will be supplied, and light snacks will be provided.
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Tech Help Saturdays
11:00am-1:00pm Tech Help Saturdays Saturday, Jul. 23, 11:00am-1:00pmDorothea Nelson Conference Room 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. Please call the Library at 805-925-0994 ext. 8562 to schedule an appointment.
Bookmobile Pop-up Stop
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Wild Child Bubble Adventures
12:00 pm Wild Child Bubble Adventures Saturday, Jul. 23, 12:00 pmAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Saturday, July 23, 12:00pmEver wondered what it would be like inside of a giant bubble? Take a journey off the beaten path into a world of bubbles. Explore the fun and science behind what makes bubbles so intriguing during this bubble adventure.
Summer Makerspace / Semos Creadors Eventos del Verano
12:00pm-3:00pm Summer Makerspace / Semos Creadors Eventos del Verano Saturday, Jul. 23, 12:00pm-3:00pmLearning Center It's time to create, build, explore, and use your imagination at the Library Maker Events. 3D Printing Book Page Bows Straw RollercoasterEs hora de crear, construir, explorar ye usar su imaginación en el iEventos de la biblioteca! Impresión de 3D Moños de papel de libros Mon...read more
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Camp Ocean
2:00 pm Camp Ocean Tuesday, Jul. 26, 2:00 pmAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Camp Ocean Traveling Lantern Theatre CompanyTuesday, July 26th, 2:00 pmWelcome to Camp Ocean, little guppies! Attend this lively fish-fact-filled voyage to the bottom of the sea, through an interactive program and performance. All hands-on deck for this program!The July 14th perform...read more
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Camping with Harry Potter
3:30PM Camping with Harry Potter Thursday, Jul. 28, 3:30PMAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Together at the Library, create a boot to apparate, learn and practice playing quidditch, make a Hermione extension bag and more fun activities. Or pick up a pack and grab your magical tent and head out into the backyard or local park with camping crafts from Harry Potter. If you can't apparate ...read more
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Teen Manga Drawing
4:00pm Teen Manga Drawing Friday, Jul. 29, 4:00pmShepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library Join former The Simpsons artist Carlos Nieto III as he teaches you how to create and modify an anime character from scratch, no matter what your drawing level is! All materials are provided.
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Camping Pack with Harry Potter Pack
Camping Pack with Harry Potter Pack Saturday, Jul. 30, All Locations Grab your magical tent and head into your local branch library. Pick up a pack beginning on Saturday, July 30. Pack will have some fun camping ideas from Harry Potter. Create a boot to apparate, learn and practice playing quidditch, make a Hermione extension bag and more fun activities. Wh...read more
Camping Pack with Harry Potter Pack
Camping Pack with Harry Potter Pack Saturday, Jul. 30, Youth Services Desk Grab your magical tent and head into your local branch library. Pick up a pack beginning on Saturday, July 30. Pack will have some fun camping ideas from Harry Potter. Create a boot to apparate, learn and practice playing quidditch, make a Hermione extension bag and more fun activities. Wh...read more
Genealogy Workshop with Santa Maria Valley Genealogical Society
10:30am-12:30pm Genealogy Workshop with Santa Maria Valley Genealogical Society Saturday, Jul. 30, 10:30am-12:30pmShepard Hall - Santa Maria Public Library Please join us for a special workshop with the Santa Maria Valley Genealogical Society. Patrons will have the opportunity to learn about library resources available for genealogy research, the 1950 Census, and much more. The workshop will include time for exploration of the Library Edition of Ancest...read more
Summer Reading Participants Party
12:00 pm- 3:00 pm Summer Reading Participants Party Saturday, Jul. 30, 12:00 pm- 3:00 pm Altrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Saturday, July 30 12:00-3:00pmCheck in at the Youth Services desk to join the Summer Reading Participants Party. Face painting, crafts, therapy dogs, and treats will be available for those who participated in Summer Reading 2022.
Summer Makerspace / Semos Creadors Eventos del Verano
12:00pm-3:00pm Summer Makerspace / Semos Creadors Eventos del Verano Saturday, Jul. 30, 12:00pm-3:00pmLearning Center It's time to create, build, explore, and use your imagination at the Library Maker Events. Digital Photo Editing Rock Painting LegoEs hora de crear, construir, explorar ye usar su imaginación en el iEventos de la biblioteca! Editar fotos digitales Pintar piedras Construir con Lego
Central Coast Aquarium Tidepools on Tour- Session 1- REGISTRATION FULL
1:00 pm Central Coast Aquarium Tidepools on Tour- Session 1- REGISTRATION FULL Saturday, Jul. 30, 1:00 pm Altrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Central Coast Aquarium Tidepools on Tour Saturday, July 30, 1:00 pm Central Coast Aquarium will bring Tidepools on Tour in mobile aquarium tanks. Live animals include crabs, sea stars, sea snails, and more. Come learn about life under water, off the beaten path. Registration is...read more
Central Coast Aquarium Tidepools on Tour- Session 2- REGISTRATION FULL
1:30 pm Central Coast Aquarium Tidepools on Tour- Session 2- REGISTRATION FULL Saturday, Jul. 30, 1:30 pm Altrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Central Coast Aquarium Tidepools on Tour Saturday, July 30, 1:30 pm Central Coast Aquarium will bring Tidepools on Tour in mobile aquarium tanks. Live animals include crabs, sea stars, sea snails, and more. Come learn about life under water, off the beaten path. Registration is...read more
Central Coast Aquarium Tidepools on Tour- Session 3- REGISTRATION FULL
2:00 pm Central Coast Aquarium Tidepools on Tour- Session 3- REGISTRATION FULL Saturday, Jul. 30, 2:00 pmAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Central Coast Aquarium Tidepools on Tour Saturday, July 30, 2:00 pm Central Coast Aquarium will bring Tidepools on Tour in mobile aquarium tanks. Live animals include crabs, sea stars, sea snails, and more. Come learn about life under water, off the beaten path. Registration is...read more
Central Coast Aquarium Tidepools on Tour- Session 4- REGISTRATION FULL
2:30 pm Central Coast Aquarium Tidepools on Tour- Session 4- REGISTRATION FULL Saturday, Jul. 30, 2:30 pmAltrusa Theater - Santa Maria Public Library Central Coast Aquarium Tidepools on Tour Saturday, July 30, 2:30 pm Central Coast Aquarium will bring Tidepools on Tour in mobile aquarium tanks. Live animals include crabs, sea stars, sea snails, and more. Come learn about life under water, off the beaten path. Registration is...read more
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