All events at the Santa Ynez Valley libraries have free admission, thanks to funding from the Friends of the Library of SYV and Buellton Friends of the Library.

April Events

Thurs., April 5: 10-10:50 a.m. “TED & Conversation” Come view one or two short talks from the famous TED Talks series, and explore the topic together afterward. Call the library for information on the topic. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214

Sat., April 7: 11 a.m.-12 p.m. “Coding Club” Come learn about code, and what you can create! All ages welcome. This month we are exploring Bloxels. Meets twice monthly, once at Buellton and once at Solvang. Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-3115

Sat., April 7: 1-2 p.m. “Maker Workshop: The Hand” Design and build a working hand out of craft materials to demonstrate how the tendons in your own hand work. Call ahead to register. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214

Sat., April 14: 3-4:30 p.m. “Investors’ Roundtable: AT&T as a Study Stock,” with Richard Evans, presenter. Helping individual investors since 1995, the Investors’ Roundtable welcomes both novice and veteran investors to informal presentations and discussions. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214

Fri., April 17: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. “Caterpillar Puppets: Aztec Pinocchio” The story of Maldo the Magician and how he turns his little marionette boy alive using a butterfly for a heart. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214

Thurs., April 19, 12-6 p.m. “Board Game Day” Drop in to play one of our games, or bring one of your own. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214

Thurs., April 19, 4-5 p.m. “Pokemon/Magic the Gathering Card Club.” The group meets at 4 p.m. on monthly Board Game days to both trade and Battle! Beginners are welcome. Don’t have a deck? You can borrow one for the afternoon. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214

Fri., April 20: 12:30-2 p.m. “Buellton Bookworms Book Club” Join us on the third Friday of every month to discuss the latest selection. Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-3115

Sat., April 21: 4-5 p.m. “Coding Club” Come learn about code, and what you can create! All ages welcome. This month we are exploring Bloxels. Meets twice monthly, once at Buellton and once at Solvang. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214

Wed., April 25: 10:30-11:30 a.m. “Music Together” A music participation program for you and your baby/toddler/preschooler. Diane Byington of Solvang Conservatory shares songs, instrument play, rhythm chants and movement in a relaxed, playful setting. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214

Wed., April 25: 5:30 p.m. “Poetry Challenge: Live Reading!” SYV Middle school students (6^th – 8^th grades) were invited in March to submit a single page poem on the theme of the The Selfie: Pretense, Truth, and Dreams” This reading and reception will celebrate all submissions. Hosted by poet Steve Braff. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214

Fri., April 27: 12-5:30 p.m. “Family Board Game Day/Puzzle Club” Come play Gone Fishin’, No Stress Chess, Blokus, Yahtzee, and Connect Four! OR join us in putting together a few puzzles. Stay all day or pop in to contribute at any time. Puzzles will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-3115

Sat., April 28: 1-2:35 p.m. “Movie: Loving Vincent” In a story depicted in oil painted animation, a young man comes to the last hometown of painter Vincent van Gogh to deliver the troubled artist’s final letter and ends up investigating his final days there. 2017 animated drama, Rated PG-13, 95 minutes. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214

Every Mon., 11 a.m., “Preschool Storytime” Bringing your preschooler to storytime will help get them ready to read! Stay for a craft or play session afterward and make a new friend. Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-3115

Every Tue., 10:30 a.m., “Preschool Storytime” Bringing your preschooler to storytime will help get them ready to read! Stay for a craft or play session afterward and make a new friend. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214

Every Wed. 10:30 a.m., “Wiggly Storytime” Short stories, songs, rhymes, and activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Be ready to participate with your child, and spend some time being silly together. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214

Every Tue., 5:30-6:30 p.m., “One-on-One Tutoring: E and Audiobooks on your Mobile Device” Drop in for a free 20 minute session with volunteer Bethany C., and start accessing the library’s free online materials. Bring your device (E-reader, tablet, laptop, or smartphone). Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-3115

April 11, 18, 3:30-4:30 p.m., “Reading with Dogs” Our Tail Waggin’ Tutors help young readers practice reading skills by reading aloud to the kindest, least judgmental listeners around. Drop in for a 10-15 minute individual session with a “tutor.” Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-3115

Every Thurs., 3:30-4:30 p.m., “Reading with Dogs” Our Tail Waggin’ Tutors help young readers practice reading skills by reading aloud to the kindest, least judgmental listeners around. Drop in for a 10-15 minute individual session with a “tutor.” Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214

LIBRARY INFO & HOURS

Buellton: 140 W. Highway 246, 805-688-3115, BuelltonLibrary@santabarbaraCA.gov; Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, noon-5:30 p.m..

Solvang: 1745 Mission Drive, 805-688-4214, SolvangLibrary@santabarbaraCA.gov; Tuesday and Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Los Olivos: Grange Hall, 2374 Alamo Pintado Ave.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Santa Ynez: 3598 Sagunto St.; Saturday, 1 p.m.-4 p.m.