Join the bookmobile Librarian at Evans Park located at 200 W. Williams St. for outdoor story time. Bring a blanket to sit and enjoy literacy building and fun for the whole family. 

Join the bookmobile Librarian at Preisker Park located at 330 Hidden Pines Way for outdoor story time. Bring a blanket to sit and enjoy literacy building and fun for the whole family. 

Recently awarded the "Best place to view art" in Northern Santa Barbara County by the Santa Maria Sun, patrons are invited to come visit the Library's Shepard Hall Gallery. Beginning Friday, September 3, the works of talented local artists Floyd and Barbara Snyder w...read more

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 ...read more

The Valley Reads Book Club meets the first Tuesday of every month at 2:00 PM.The book for the month of September will be The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot.Patrons can register here by providing  their name, email and phone number. Patrons may also provide their in...read more

Join the bookmobile Librarian at Central Plaza Apartments located at 200 N. McClelland St. for outdoor story time. Bring a blanket to sit and enjoy literacy building and fun for the whole family. 

Join the bookmobile Librarian at Armstrong Park located at 1000 E. Chapel St. for outdoor story time. Bring a blanket to sit and enjoy literacy building and fun for the whole family. 

Story time session: Wednesdays, September 8 – October 13, 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. Storytime will be held outsi...read more

Story time session: Thursdays, September 9 – October 14, 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. Storytime will be hel...read more

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month-- pick up a Hispanic Heritage Month Pack to learn more about the importance of this month. Packs will focus on art from different countries and regions. Program packs are available while supplies last and are limited to one pack per youth.

 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month-- pick up a Hispanic Heritage Month Pack to learn more about the importance of this month. Packs will focus on art from different countries and regions. Program packs are available while supplies last and are limited to one pack per youth.

Join us September 23rd at 3:00 p.m. and create a one of a kind Decoupage Keepsake Box! This beginning level workshop will teach the  basics of decoupage. All materials will be provided. Registration is required. 

Join the bookmobile Librarian at Grogan Park located at 1155 W. Rancho Verde for outdoor story time. Bring a blanket to sit and enjoy literacy building and fun for the whole family. 

Join the bookmobile Librarian at Boys and Girls Club located at 901 N. Railrad Ave. for outdoor story time. Bring a blanket to sit and enjoy literacy building and fun for the whole family. 

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! 

Begin story time at home with a Baby Story Time Pack.  Pick up a pack from the Youth Services desk; includes activity ideas, a list of suggested books for our early literacy learners, rhymes, and supplies to create a sensory play bag.    Comenza la hora del cuento en ca...read more

Create home-made maracas! Join us on October 9th for a music-themed celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month. Each supply kit includes an English and Spanish reading list comprised of Hispanic and Latino authors. Registration required.

Join the bookmobile Librarian at The Residences at Depot Street located at 205 N. Depot St. for outdoor story time. Bring a blanket to sit and enjoy literacy building and fun for the whole family. 

Join us for a tea-tastic experience. Learn how to make boba tea, then relax and enjoy some tea and snacks with friends!  

Join the bookmobile Librarian at Rotary Park located at 2625 S. College Dr. for outdoor story time. Bring a blanket to sit and enjoy literacy building and fun for the whole family. 

Meet with other Lego fans and build together or check out a Lego pack to take home. Build with the bricks provided by the library for two weeks and return them to the library when finished. All bricks are sanitized before and after use.   September 25 - Octobe...read more

Join us October 13th to craft a resume that showcases your skills, experience, and education. Patrons will learn strategies for communicating their potential in a professional format to potential employers and schools.