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Welcome to the Library Reading Corner
for February 2025
A Note from City Librarian Elizabeth Saucedo:
Libraries observe many occasions, themes, and events throughout the year, but February is particularly special because it is Library Lovers’ Month! Our communities mean the world to us, and the opportunity to celebrate your patronage all month long seems only fitting for the many visitors who enable us to bring our service mission to life. Next time you’re out enjoying this beautiful area, visit the ever-thriving Goleta Valley Library, pick up materials from our dedicated Bookvan team in the Isla Vista community, meet our stellar new branch manager at Solvang Library, and explore the enriching offerings at the Los Olivos and Santa Ynez libraries. Soon, our Buellton Library will open its doors to patrons from its stunning new location at 202 Dairyland Road, where you will find endless things to love at this vibrant new neighborhood library.
We’d be remiss not to spotlight some of the top Library Lovers in our community this month, the Friends of the Library. Our libraries are incredibly fortunate to receive ongoing support from three active Friends groups: the Friends of the Goleta Valley Library, the Friends of the Library of the Santa Ynez Valley, and the Friends of the Buellton Library. From supporting all-ages library programming to sponsoring seasonal events to fundraising for specialty items, the Friends’ support makes an invaluable impact in extending the reach of library services into our communities.
Visit our website to learn more about the Friends and how you can get involved with these lively community groups today.
There is truly something for everyone at the library. We look forward to seeing you this month, library lovers!
-Elizabeth Saucedo,
City Librarian
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First Sunday of Every Month
Ice in Paradise has generously donated free skating admission on the first Sunday of every month in 2025 to patrons of the Goleta & Santa Ynez Valley Libraries! Choose from two sessions: 1:30pm - 3:30pm or 7:00pm - 9:00pm.
Present your Goleta Valley Library or Santa Ynez Valley Libraries card at Ice in Paradise to receive free skating admission on the dates below. Skate rentals are not included. One library card per skater is required. Skaters must be ages 3+.
Free Admission Dates in 2025:
- February 2nd
- March 2rd
- April 6th
- May 4th
- June 1st
- July 6th
- August 3rd
- September 7th
- October 5th
- November 2rd
- December 7th
Thank you to Ice in Paradise for this generous gift to our patrons!
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Goleta Valley Library
Thursday, February 6, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Come create a fun sharpie doodle card or pop-up card with all of the supplies provided! In this class you will experience the relaxing benefits of doodle art, create a doodle design, and turn it into a giftable card.
Open to All Ages
Fridays, 10:30am
Join us for a relaxed storytime with happy songs, lap bounces, a short story, fun bubbles, and parachute play! This calm program has a focus on bonding with your child and building community.
Best for ages 0-12 months / pre-walkers
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Tuesday, February 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Join us as we discuss this month’s pick: Anxious People by Fredrik Backman.
“A poignant, charming novel about a crime that never took place, a would-be bank robber who disappears into thin air, and eight extremely anxious strangers who find they have more in common than they ever imagined.” - Goodreads
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Welcome Erin Herzog, New Solvang Library Branch Supervisor!
We are pleased to introduce our new Branch Supervisor at Solvang Library, Erin Herzog!
Erin brings an impressive 18 years of library experience and has served most recently as Senior Librarian for Oxnard Public Library, where she supervised the circulation, volunteer, and marketing teams for the City of Oxnard Public Library System. Prior to that, Erin was a Librarian Specialist for Glendale Library Arts & Culture - Brand Library & Art Center, where she provided reference, programming, and circulation services in addition to social media and marketing promotions.
In her new role, Erin will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations, programs, collections, staff, and volunteers at Solvang Library, as well as the Los Olivos and Santa Ynez Libraries. Her passion for teambuilding and genuine, community-focused approach to library services make her the ideal candidate for the next chapter of this beloved branch. Please stop by the library to welcome Erin aboard!
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10:30am
Join us for stories, songs, and more!
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Saturday, February 22, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Join this lively book group for readers who like to explore a wide variety of books. This month’s title is Generations: The Real Differences Between Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, Boomers, and Silents―and What They Mean for America's Future by Jean M. Twenge: “Twenge, a professor of Psychology at San Diego State University, presents a picture of the United States amid the interwoven lives of six generations of people: the Silents, Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z, and those born after 2012 (generation yet unnamed). She researched 24 long-running government surveys which included 39 million people, with her results offering a unique way to understand history.” -Booklist Reviews. Print copies available at Solvang Library.
All readers are welcome at the Magpie Club discussions.
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Buellton Library Grand Opening!
We are thrilled to share that Buellton Library will be reopening to the public from its new location at 202 Dairyland Road on Saturday, February 8th!
The community is invited to celebrate this milestone occasion at the grand opening event from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The City of Buellton will be providing numerous festive outdoor activities including a ribbon cutting, bounce house, lawn games, music, refreshments, and more. Library staff will be excited to welcome patrons into the facility to register for a library card, participate in themed stations, and enjoy browsing the shelves in the freshly remodeled historic building.
Starting February 8th, normal library operating hours will resume:
- Monday and Tuesday 10am – 7pm
- Wednesday 10am – 5pm
- Friday and Saturday 11am – 4pm
- Closed Thursday and Sunday
Stay tuned for programming information coming later this spring. We look forward to making new library memories together!
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Stay Connected
Keep up to date on our fun programs, new materials, free resources, and more!
Visit www.GoletaValleyLibrary.org for the latest information.
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Thank you for your interest and support in our libraries. Happy Reading!
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