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Welcome to the Library Reading Corner
for May 2025
A Note from City Librarian Elizabeth Saucedo:
Welcome to May, library patrons! We’re celebrating these lovely warmer and longer days with another month of bubble-filled storytimes at our local parks and open spaces in Goleta, outreach Bookvan stops, and some lively book clubs and crafts at our blooming Buellton and Solvang Libraries. When they’re not providing programs, our dedicated staff at Goleta Valley Library are busy unpacking at GVL Express, our temporary home during construction opening in early June at 6500 Hollister Ave, Suite 105. Visit our online project page for the latest updates, including the new locations of our book drops in front of City Hall and at the thriving Goleta Community Center.
We wish to thank each of you for your continued patronage of all our libraries, especially during our periods of change. Whether you visit us in person each week, read the New York Times online, or stream audiobooks on your commute – we’re honored to offer services that enrich your days. May the month ahead bring you abundant library joy!
-Elizabeth Saucedo,
City Librarian
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Goleta Valley Library has temporarily closed its location at 500 N. Fairview Avenue and the entire Library staff is hard at work with the move to its new home during construction. The relocation is scheduled to occur now through 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.
 New Book Drop Locations in Goleta
Book drops are no longer available at 500 N. Fairview. Two of the book drops are now located at the front of Goleta City Hall (130 Cremona Drive) and the entrance to the Goleta Community Center (5679 Hollister Avenue). Materials are retrieved and checked in daily Monday-Friday.
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:
- 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
Thursday, May 1, 2:00-3:30pm
Goleta Community Center (5679 Hollister Ave)
Paint a Kindness Rock with the Senior Happy Hour! Bring a rock or use one that we have to write a message of kindness and hope. All of the supplies are provided in this fun and free craft class.
Saturday, May 3, 12:30-2:00pm
Goleta Community Center
(5679 Hollister Ave)
The GVL Writers' Workshop is open to adults and teens who write in any genre, fiction or non-fiction. The workshop meets on the first Saturday of each month to share work, exchange feedback, offer mutual support and discuss the tools of the trade.
For adults and teens.
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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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Plan your visit to our rotating locations in Isla Vista and Goleta. Browse, check out what's new, get help from library staff, return materials, and pick up holds.
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Rock Star Treasure Hunt
All Month
Rock out here at the library with a Rock Star Themed scavenger hunt.
Best for ages 3-12.
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Take-Home Rainbow Keychain
All Month
Come by the library and grab a craft! This month's craft is a rainbow keychain. All instructions and supplies are included.
For all ages.
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Friday, May 16, 1:00pm
Join the Buellton Bookworms book club for a lively discussion on Music! Bring a book you've read or are reading that has themes or are about musicians. If you also just want to listen and get book recommendations that is fine too! Our circulation desk is always here to help you find that next great read.
May's theme: MUSIC. See you there!
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Paper Origami Craft Kit
All month
Pick up our May craft kit! Try some origami -it will help you reduce stress, improve hand-eye coordination, boost creativity, and enhance patience and persistence!
For all ages.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10:30am
Join us for stories, songs, and more!
Best for preschool age.
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Magpie Book Club
Saturday, May 24, 3:30pm
We will be discussing Lab Girl by Hope Jahren.
Our Magpie book club meets at 3:30pm every 4th Saturday!
For adults.
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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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