Goleta Valley Library is kicking off fall with some exciting programs for all ages. Join us this month at Goleta Community Center (GCC), Ice in Paradise, Stow Grove Park, Evergreen Park, Santa Barbara Shores Park, and the Lemon Festival. For the full calendar of events, please visit goletavalleylibrary.org/calendar.

Skate into the School Year with Some Cool Reads
Sunday, 9/7, 1:30-3:30pm, Ice in Paradise
Visit the Bookvan for a fun craft. Hear stories about ice skating and going back to school. Show your library card (or sign up for one) for free admission; there is a $5 skate rental fee. More info here.

Writers’ Workshop
Saturday, 9/13, 12:30-2pm, GCC
Open to adults and teens who write in any genre, fiction or non-fiction.

Mending Workshop
Saturday, 9/13, 2-3pm, GCC
Thread, fabric, and supplies provided, come with your clothes in need of a little care.

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Party
Saturday, 9/20, 11am-12pm
Finishers will receive certificates and newcomers can sign up for their first log

Mystery Book Club: Nobody’s Fool, by Harlan Coben
Tuesday, 9/23, 5:30-6:30pm, GCC
Join us as we discuss this month’s pick.

Art Reception for Creek Week
Thursday, 9/25, 5:30-7pm, GCC
Come see our community’s creativity come to life!

Goodland Yarn Works
Wednesdays, 2-4pm, GCC
If you know how to knit or crochet, this group is for you!

Baby & Me and Wiggly Storytimes, rotating Goleta locations
Fridays, 10-10:30 Baby & Me and 10:30-11 Wiggly
Baby & Me is best for ages 0-12 months while Wiggly Storytime is best for ages 15 months – 5 years old.

Stay up-to-date on what’s happening at the Library by visiting www.GoletaValleyLibrary.org.