Join SBPL and the Junior League of Santa Barbara for an evening of connection and career exploration! Teens and young adults will connect with working professionals from a variety of industries from 4-5 PM, followed by a Career Panelists Q&A session from 5-6 PM. Snacks and gift bags will be provided. The Junior League of […]
Trail Talks: Far-flung hikes of the Los Padres with Perry Van Houten Thursday, February 19, 6:30pm Faulkner Gallery – Santa Barbara Public Library 40 East Anapamu St., Santa Barbara, CA Join local author Perry Van Houten as he shares about destinations in the mountains past Ojai that aren't so easy to get to. We'll travel […]
Greetings, Santa Barbara Black Culture House supporters! It's Darrell and Sally back for another Black History Month season of programming. It's been a while since we last made contact. We're looking forward to engaging you all once again! We are launching this season's events under the theme "!00 Years of Black History Month," […]
Santa Barbara, CA — The Santa Barbara Reading Coalition will host a free community workshop on Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at the Faulkner Gallery at the Santa Barbara Public Library, aimed at helping families better understand how children learn to read and how to recognize when a child may be […]
To close out the year, we are handing the mic to you for a special Trail Talks Open Mic event on Thursday, December 18, 6:30-7:30 PM! This is where we get to hear from you, yes you! Are you a hiker, backpacker, or outdoor enthusiast? Are you passionate about birding, wildflowers, nature photography, or some […]
Teens and Young Adults - Looking to freshen up your wardrobe? Join SBPL to swap your old clothes out for something new to you! Swapping clothes helps save them from the landfill and is a sustainable way to add fresh items to your wardrobe. Please make sure all items are washed beforehand and in usable […]
Conservation Stories Behind Some of Our Favorite Trails with the Land Trust for Santa Barbara County Thursday, September 18, 6:30pm Faulkner Gallery – Santa Barbara Public Library 40 East Anapamu St., Santa Barbara, CA Have you ever walked along your favorite trail and wondered how it was established? Who were the key players and communities […]
Join Santa Barbara Public Library for a vibrant afternoon celebrating culture, creativity, and community as part of the Raíces y Sueños programming for Hispanic Heritage Month. The event kicks off at 12:00 PM with a stunning display of lowrider cars, made possible by the Nite Life Car Club of Santa Barbara. Admire these beautifully restored vehicles […]
The Mystery and Magic of the Mojave with Joshua Jackson Free Presentation with Q&A Thursday, August 21, 6:30pm Faulkner Gallery – Santa Barbara Public Library 40 East Anapamu St., Santa Barbara, CA Join author Joshua Jackson as he highlights his time in the Mojave Desert, drawn from his book The Enduring Wild, which documents five years […]
The Mystery and Magic of the Mojave with Joshua Jackson Free Presentation with Q&A Thursday, August 21, 6:30pm Faulkner Gallery – Santa Barbara Public Library 40 East Anapamu St., Santa Barbara, CA Join author Joshua Jackson as he highlights his time in the Mojave Desert, drawn from his book The Enduring Wild, which documents five years […]
Join SBPL for fun filled Fridays! Explore board games, puzzles, Lotería, role playing games, and more. Tables and games are available on a first come, first served basis. Children are welcome to eat a free lunch while they play!
Join SBPL for fun filled Fridays! Explore board games, puzzles, Lotería, role playing games, and more. Tables and games are available on a first come, first served basis. Children are welcome to eat a free lunch while they play!