Enjoy Free, All-Ages Programming at Your Local Library

Community members of all ages are invited to attend engaging programs at the Goleta Valley Library Express this December. Classic favorites and innovative pilot programs are held each week. Like borrowing library materials, attending a program is completely free, which helps create affordable, seasonal fun all month long. Read below for details on what’s happening the rest of this month at your local library.

Goleta Valley Library Express
6500 Hollister Avenue, Suite 105, Goleta, CA 93117
805-964-7878

Goleta Valley Library staff are piloting exciting new adult programs this winter. Without dedicated space onsite to gather for programs at the library’s temporary GVL Express location, staff are hosting attendees at the Goleta Community Center, located at 5679 Hollister Avenue. In addition to the ever-popular Senior Happy Hour, Goodland Yarn Works, Mystery Book Club, and Writers’ Workshop, staff have designed programs to engage the community in new ways, such as learning mending, discussing literature, or sharing the joy of cinema.

• Film Club: Do you enjoy watching movies? Library Assistant Homer Morro is curating film screenings for group viewing and discussion. Join us to share thoughts, feedback, and humor on various film genres. All are welcome. Film club meets monthly and the next movie will be The Bishop’s Wife shown on Thursday, December 18, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
  
  
• Clara in the Land of Sweets: Join us for a seasonal dance performance from Inspire Dance Santa Barbara in celebration of their 10th year of performances with Goleta Valley Library! On Saturday, December 20 at 11:00 a.m., patrons of all ages are invited to the Goleta Community Center, where you will surely catch the holiday spirit as you enjoy favorite songs inspired by the Nutcracker and applaud the talents of local youth dancers ages 5-13. For more information, email info@inspiredancesb.com.

• Horror Book Club: Every other month, Library Technician Craig Clevenger takes you on a deep dive into the current renaissance of the horror genre. Aficionados and novices are all invited to discuss contemporary horror fiction from a diverse range of writers. December’s pick is The Eyes Are the Best Part by Monica Kim, meeting on Saturday, December 20, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
  
  
• Poetry Club: Whether you want to read a favorite poem or simply enjoy the voices of others, join us to discover new poets, explore different styles, and deepen your appreciation for the beauty and power of poetry. Library Technician Tara Patrick welcomes you to come together and hear favorite poems in a group setting on Sunday, December 21, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.

Library staff look forward to welcoming you to our programs this month! For January programming, visit the Calendar of Events at www.goletavalleylibrary.org/calendar.