Black Gold Changes Coming

The Black Gold Cooperative Library System, of which the Goleta and Santa Ynez Valley Library System is a member, is currently undergoing a realignment that will ultimately allow Central Coast libraries to provide a more community-focused approach to library services. Over the next several months, the multi-step process will necessitate a few changes in service. Learn more here.

Zip Book Program Returns

The Goleta and Santa Ynez Valley Library staff are very happy to announce that the Zip Book Program is back! Thanks to the California State Library and the Legislature, the program has been funded for another year. The Zip Book Program provides funding to libraries to purchase books and audiobooks not already owned. If you are interested in a book that is not owned by Goleta Valley, Solvang or Buellton Libraries and was published at least two years ago, you can request it here on the Library website.

Book Club Kits in a Bag Debut

The Goleta and Santa Ynez Valley Libraries are excited to debut Book Club Kits in a Bag! The kits contain 10 copies of a particular title and can be checked out for up to six weeks. If you are looking for a particular title that is not offered at Goleta, Buellton or Solvang Library, let our librarians know and we will see if we can create a Book Club Kit around it. Send an email to goletavalleylibrary@cityofgoleta.org.

Join #TeamGoleta

Join #TeamGoleta by applying for a position at the library! We are actively recruiting for four part-time positions. Visit governmentjobs.com to apply for a position as a Library Technician at Buellton Library, Library Assistant at Goleta Valley Library/Isla Vista Bookvan, Library Page at Goleta Valley Library, and Department Aide on the Isla Vista Bookvan.

Homework Help Available for Kindergarten - 8th Graders

Students in Kindergarten - 8th grade can schedule free, online, one-on-one appointments with knowledgeable homework coaches to receive personalized help with their homework, all from the comfort and convenience of their homes! Homework Help sessions are offered by appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Appointments are either 30 or 60 minutes long and can be scheduled through an online form on the Goleta Valley Library website’s Request Homework Help page.

Los Olivos and Santa Ynez Branches Re-Open

The tiny historic branch libraries in Los Olivos and Santa Ynez are finally re-opening to the public after two long years of Covid related closure. With the help of volunteer docents, the branches will offer Saturday hours (Los Olivos, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.; Santa Ynez, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.). Come in and enjoy these small, non-digital spaces. Bring your library cards to check out a book! These branches are part of the Goleta and Santa Ynez Valley Libraries and borrowed materials can be returned to any of the system libraries.

Pictured: Santa Ynez Branch Library

Seed Day - April 6

Find a variety of plants to grow at Buellton Library's New Seed Day! This event takes place the first Wednesday of the month with the next one being April 6 from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Building on the success of our community supported Seed Library, we are giving out an exclusive run of new seeds once a month. The supplies are limited, so come early, and while you're here, share your gardening experiences with us and other patrons. No registration required, just ask staff at the desk for the new seed envelope. Contact the library for more information about the Seed Library or New Seed Day at 805-688-3115.