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Welcome to the Library Reading Corner
for April 2025
A Note from City Librarian Elizabeth Saucedo:
Welcome to April, library patrons! Spring is in full bloom and our libraries are abuzz with activity. At Goleta Valley Library, we have closed our doors for in-person service while we pack our collection and supplies for the move to our temporary home during construction at 6500 Hollister Avenue, which will open in early June. In the meantime, the book drops remain open and the Bookvan is a convenient way to pick up your holds, with additional stops added twice a week at the Goleta Union School District Office. Keep informed of all the project details through our webpage and social media, and view a copy of our April-May Calenda here to join us at engaging programs offsite in the community.
Buellton and Solvang Libraries have designed creative programs to expand your learning through science, entertain your creativity with scavenger hunts and crafts, and bring readers together through book club discussions.
We look forward to continuing to bring you high-quality service this month, whether from inside our cozy branches or out in the beautiful community – your libraries are here for you!
-Elizabeth Saucedo,
City Librarian
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Goleta Valley Library has temporarily closed its location at 500 N. Fairview Avenue with its last day of service on March 30 in order to start the process of moving to its new home during construction. The relocation is scheduled to occur from April to June, and when it is complete patrons will be able to visit the “GVL Express” located just 3 miles away at 6500 Hollister Avenue.
Click here to learn the many ways you can continue to receive service and attend programs while the library is closed for the move.
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:
- 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!
The Zip Books Program has resumed! Request titles to be mailed directly to your home.
Click here to learn more!
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Goleta Valley Library
Wednesday, April 2, 10:30am - 11:00am
Goleta Community Center (5679 Hollister Ave)
Bring your little one to wiggle, jump and sway to music and nursery rhymes! Sean Lynn Crawford from Inspire Dance Santa Barbara will lead fun movements to help your child develop coordination and experience the joy of music and dancing.
Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00pm
Goleta Community Center
(5679 Hollister Ave)
This fun group knits and crochets useful items for local and national charities. If you know how to knit or crochet, this group is for you! No registration required. Join us for fun and friendship!
For adults
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Baby & Me Storytime
Fridays, 10:00-10:30am
Join Miss Kaeley 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.
Wiggly Storytimes
Fridays, 10:30-11:00am
Join us for Storytime with Miss Nicole! We'll do a short story, songs, a dance party and bubbles.
Best for ages 15 months-5 years old.
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Tuesday, April 29, 4:00 - 5:15pm
UCSB Library (UCen Road)
The event will kick off with a reading by local poet and UCSB Professor Emerita Shirley Geok-Lin Lim, of one of her favorite poems. Afterward, other participants will read their selected poems to the audience. Please see event calendar for details on how to participate. Registration required.
For adults and teens.
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Spring Flowers Treasure Hunt
All Month
Spring is in full bloom! We need your help finding all the flowers throughout the library. Stop by the service desk for more info, and find the flowers to earn a special prize!
Best for ages 3-12.
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Take-Home Popsicle Stick Bunny
All Month
Stop by the Buellton library during open hours and grab a craft kit or two to do at home with a friend! This month's craft is a Popsicle Stick Bunny.
All materials are provided.
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Friday, April 18, 1:00pm
Join the Buellton Bookworms book club for a lively discussion of what everyone's reading in a bring-your-own-book style round table! It's a great opportunity to expand your bookshelf with new authors and books while connecting with others in your community. Each month we have a prompt theme that can be related to your book if you're looking to narrow down your options. The circulation desk is always here to help find that next read.
April's theme: NATURE. See you there!
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The Great Sunflower Project
All month
Join us in participating in the Great Sunflower Project! Pick up a quick start guide and some Lemon Queen Sunflower seeds (while supplies last). You can take part in some citizen science by observing pollinators in your area!
For all ages.
Make a Poetry Mini Book Craft
All Month
Pick up our April craft kit in celebration of Poetry Month! Make a poetry mini book! Pick up a pocket poem as well to be ready for Poem in Your Pocket Day, April 10!
For all ages.
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Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10:30am
Join us for stories, songs, and more!
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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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