Admission is free to all activities listed, thanks to funds from local Friends of the Library groups. Libraries in the Santa Ynez Valley will be closed May 28 for Memorial Day. Visit www.SBPLibrary.org for more information.
Thursday, May 3: 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
Thursday, May 3: 1:00 p.m. “Crosscurrents: The Painted Portrait in America, Britain, and France, 1750-1850” A free one-hour lecture by Kathryn Padgett on the fascinating subject of painted portraiture from the Colonial period through the Industrial Revolution. Presented by the Docent Council of the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214
Saturday, May 12: 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 WonderBots. Meets twice monthly, once at Buellton and once at Solvang. Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-3115
Saturday, May 12: 3-4:30 p.m. “Investors’ Roundtable” 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
Wednesday, May 16: 6-7:00 p.m. “Shawn McMaster, Magician” A crowd pleasing favorite, Shawn McMaster performs a high-energy, interactive show filled with wit, astonishment and hilarity for the whole family. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214
Thursday, May 17, 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
Thursday, May 17, 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
Friday, May 18: 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
Saturday, May 19: 4-5 p.m. “Coding Club” Come learn about code, and what you can create! All ages welcome. This month we are exploring WonderBots. Meets twice monthly, once at Buellton and once at Solvang. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214.
Monday, May 21: 4-5 p.m. “Summer Volunteer Training” Are you interested in helping young readers? Both Solvang & Buellton libraries are in need of teen volunteers to engage with young readers during our Summer Reading Program. The theme this year is CHOOSE ADVENTURE! Pick up an application when you register for the training session. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214
Wednesday, May 23: 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
Wednesday, May 23: 10:15 a.m. “Full Spectrum: Crazy About Chemistry” Let our Zany Professor guide your students Through a GOOEY, SLIPPERY, SLIMY, SMOKY world of chemistry. Perform experiments and change everyday household items using the principles of chemistry. Weather permitting, this event will be held on the lawn to the west of the Post Office. Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-3115
Friday, May 25: 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
Monday, May 26: 10 -11 a.m. “Summer Volunteer Training” Are you interested in helping young readers? Both Buellton & Solvang libraries are in need of teen volunteers to engage with young readers during our Summer Reading Program. The theme this year is CHOOSE ADVENTURE! Pick up an application when you register for the training session. Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton; 805-688-3115
Saturday, May 26: 1-3:10 p.m. “Movie: Phantom Thread” Academy award winning film starring Daniel Day Lewis and Vicki Krieps. Free to the public. 2017 drama, Rated R, 130 minutes. Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-4214
RECURRING EVENTS
Every Monday, 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 Tuesday, 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 Wednesday 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 Tuesday, 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
May 16 & 30, 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 Thursday, 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.
