Santa Barbara Public Library

Santa Barbara Public Library The Santa Barbara Public Library is a department of the City of Santa Barbara. Visit SBPLibrary.org for details.

SBPL is a department of the City of Santa Barbara dedicated to supporting education for all ages through classes and events and building a community of readers. Under an Agreement for Operation of a County-Wide Free Library System, in partnership with the County of Santa Barbara, the Santa Barbara Public Library also administers Library facilities and services in County branch libraries in Eastsid

e, and Montecito,

The Public Library system offers many services such as:
Downloadable eBooks and Audiobooks
Adult Programs
Book Clubs
Story times..and many more!

Join us in the Faulkner Gallery for a powerful and thought-provoking reading in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month f...
09/05/2026

Join us in the Faulkner Gallery for a powerful and thought-provoking reading in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month featuring Creep: Accusations and Confessions, the award-winning essay collection by acclaimed writer Myriam Gurba, who grew up in nearby Santa Maria. A finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award and winner of the Lambda Literary Award, this bold and provocative work has been recognized as one of the most impactful books of the decade.

Click the link in bio for more info.

Saturday
September 12 @ 3:30 PM
Central Library
40 E. Anapamu Street

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Acompáñanos en la Galería Faulkner para disfrutar de una lectura inspiradora y enriquecedora en celebración del Mes de la Herencia Hispana, con Creep: Accusations and Confessions, la galardonada colección de ensayos de la reconocida escritora Myriam Gurba, quien creció en la cercana ciudad de Santa María. Finalista del National Book Critics Circle Award y ganadora del Lambda Literary Award, esta obra audaz y provocadora ha sido reconocida como uno de los libros más influyentes de la última década.

Sábado
12 de septiembre a las 3:30 p. m.
Biblioteca Central
40 E. Anapamu Street

This September, B Sharp! Sign up for your Library Card and hit all the right notes. Visit any Santa Barbara Public Libra...
09/03/2026

This September, B Sharp! Sign up for your Library Card and hit all the right notes. 

Visit any Santa Barbara Public Library branch or catch Library on the Go to get your card and start singing the song about all the amazing things you can do with the best card in your wallet!

Grieving the loss, or anticipated loss, of a beloved companion animal can be deeply difficult. Join Joan Hunter Mayer, f...
09/02/2026

Grieving the loss, or anticipated loss, of a beloved companion animal can be deeply difficult. Join Joan Hunter Mayer, founder of the Inquisitive Canine, at Central Library for a compassionate gathering honoring the special bond between people and their companion animals.

Central Library
Wednesday,
September 2, October 7, November 4, & December 2
5:30-6:30 PM

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Acompaña a la Biblioteca Pública de Santa Bárbara y a Joan Hunter Mayer en un encuentro compasivo dedicado a honrar el profundo vínculo entre las personas y sus animales de compañía.

Perder a una mascota es una pérdida significativa. Las investigaciones muestran que el duelo tras la muerte de un animal puede ser tan intenso como el duelo por la pérdida de un ser querido humano y, sin embargo, muchas personas atraviesan este proceso en silencio debido al estigma o la falta de apoyo. Tu duelo es real, válido y merece reconocimiento.

Las discusiones sobre el libro serán en inglés, ¡pero todos son bienvenidos!

Biblioteca Central
Miércoles,
2 de septiembre, 7 de octubre, 4 de noviembre y 2 de diciembre
5:30 a 6:30 p. m.

flash day at sbpl!!!!!! who's next?
08/20/2026

flash day at sbpl!!!!!! who's next?

Mark your calendars for Raíces y Sueños (Roots & Dreams) 2026, an annual series of vibrant, free, family-friendly events...
08/18/2026

Mark your calendars for Raíces y Sueños (Roots & Dreams) 2026, an annual series of vibrant, free, family-friendly events celebrating the richness of Hispanic culture. This year’s programming focuses on honoring our culturally diverse roots, sharing our traditions, and creating spaces where people of all backgrounds can learn, engage, and celebrate. Community members of all ages are invited to participate in more than 15 events, including curated art exhibits, a celebration honoring grandparents, a cooking workshop series, musical performances, a special mercado, and so much more! 

Events will be held from September 3 through October 14.

🧡 For more information and the full lineup of events, visit the link in our bio! 

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La Biblioteca Pública de Santa Bárbara se enorgullece de presentar Raíces y Sueños 2026, una serie anual de eventos vibrantes, gratuitos y para toda la familia; estos eventos celebran la riqueza de la cultura hispana. La programación de este año se enfoca en honrar nuestras diversas raíces culturales, compartir nuestras tradiciones y crear espacios donde personas de todos los orígenes puedan aprender, participar y celebrar. Invitamos a miembros de la comunidad de todas las edades a participar en más de 15 eventos, que incluyen exposiciones de arte, una celebración en honor a los abuelos, una serie de talleres de cocina, presentaciones musicales, un mercado especial y mucho más. 

Eventos: Del 3 de septiembre al 14 de octubre.  Para obtener más información y consultar la programación completa de eventos, visita sbplibrary.org/raicesysuenos

kinda chic 💫
08/17/2026

kinda chic 💫

08/06/2026

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Unleash your creativity!Wild About Reading: How does your favorite zoo animal read a book?​We’re looking for local artis...
08/01/2026

Unleash your creativity!
Wild About Reading: How does your favorite zoo animal read a book?

​We’re looking for local artists of all ages to help design our next collection of limited-edition library cards in partnership with the SBZoo!

Submit your design by August 12, 2026!

​Click the link in bio to learn more!

Address

40 E. Anapamu Street
Santa Barbara, CA
93101

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 7pm
Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+18059627653

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