Join us on August 11th at 3:00 p.m. for a demonstration and workshop on how to turn a recycled water bottle into a hanging herb planter. Material kit included.  Registration is required and patrons may register beginning August 2nd.  

The Valley Reads Book Club meets the first Tuesday of every month at 2:00 PM.The book for the month of August will be The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd.Patrons can register here by providing their name, email and phone number to be included in the video conferencing meeting.Patrons m...read more

Program Dates: August 7 - 14 Ages: 3-5Learning and talking about colors at home with a preschooler? Pick up a Preschool Activity Pack on the theme of colors.  These packs focus on strengthening fine motor skills, identification of shapes, colors, and textures, all while encouraging learning thr...read more

The Youth Services department is excited to offer the popular Lego program in a check out format for children aged 6 to 17. Register for a Lego Pack, and pick up a bag containing a Lego book list, challenge cards, activity ideas, and LEGO bricks (please keep separate from your own). Build with ...read more

Join the bookmobile Librarian for outdoor story time. Bring a blanket to sit and enjoy literacy building and fun for the whole family.

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.Recoger un paquete de arte y crear una obra maestra en casa. Los paquetes de arte incluyen proyectos que guían a...read more

Program Dates: August 14-21Ages: Teen- junior high and high schoolVisit a local Santa Maria Public Library branch to pick up a Teen DIY Coasters Pack. Packs will contain supplies to make four custom drink coasters. This program is open to junior high and high school students only.  Pick up a pa...read more

This summer, teens will have a chance to use Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Technology concepts to complete fun experiments. These packs are a great opportunity to have a great time, make stuff, and learn something too. This program is open to junior high and high school students only.&...read more

Create important moments of mindfulness with the Back-to-School Mindfulness Youth Pack. This pack will contain activities to help create a moment of stillness, design a Zen garden, and yoga cards to stretch and learn breathing exercises. Get some fresh air and pick up a branch to make a windchi...read more

Program Dates: August 21-28 Zoom: Monday August 30Ages: Teen- junior high and high schoolThis program is for teen fans of Manga and Anime. Pick up an Anime Club Pack from the Library which will include something bookish, something crafty, and of course, something yummy. Pick up a pack from the Youth...read more

Visit the bookmobile for a special makerspace event. Bookmobile ScheduleTuesday: 1:00-3:00 Central Plaza Apartments (200 N. McClelland St.) 3:30-5:30 Armstrong Park (1000 E. Chapel St.)Wednesday: 3:30-5:30 Boys and Girls Club (901 N. Railroad Ave.)Thursday: 1:00-3:00 Evans Park (200 W. William...read more

Visit the bookmobile for a special makerspace event.Bookmobile ScheduleTuesday: 1:00-3:00 Central Plaza Apartments (200 N. McClelland St.) 3:30-5:30 Armstrong Park (1000 E. Chapel St.)Wednesday: 3:30-5:30 Boys and Girls Club (901 N. Railroad Ave.)Thursday: 1:00-3:00 Evans Park (200 W. Williams St.) ...read more

EVENT CANCELLEDFor more information, please call the Santa Maria Public Library at 805-925-0994.Hosted by: The Santa Maria Public Library Foundation

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.

Monday – Thursday in Youth Services 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Grades K-6 Free after school tutoring for grades K-6 in person. Volunteer tutors available to help with homework and work on skills. First come, first served, no sign-ups are required for in person help.