Services

:: Outreach

Staff of the Santa Barbara Public Library continuously strive to provide high quality Library services to people of all ages, all interests, and all backgrounds in our local communities, and to promote use of library services in a variety of ways, including performances, lectures, literacy development, visits to schools, library workshops, and through regular outreach programs.
 

 Adult Literacy Program

Local adult residents who want to improve reading, writing or spelling skills may enroll in the free tutoring program available through the SBPLS. Others who may wish to volunteer to help another adult learn to read can complete tutor training and go on to make a difference in the life of an adult learner. If you or someone you know would like to know more about the Adult Literacy Program, click here.
 

 Youth Outreach Programs

The SBPLS is committed to promoting awareness of library services, resources, and materials to underserved populations in its service area.  In particular, the Library is interested in promoting library use and reading among families and youth in the community, and fostering early literacy.  For more information about our youth outreach efforts, click here.
 

Multi Cultural Arts Events

With funding provided by the Santa Barbara County Arts Commission, programs representing a variety of ethnic traditions are presented at the Eastside Branch Library and other Library locations each month. Professional performers and artists bring storytelling, crafts, music, performance art, and dance from world cultures to young people in local communities. See the Library Monthly Calendar of Events for dates and times of show.